lymphatic drainage
This is how you achieve first-class results at home
Manual lymphatic drainage is a form of physical therapy.
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Whether Hailey Bieber or Kendall Jenner – many stars swear by the lymph drainage massage and not just on the face. That’s how it’s done.
For the body, treatment with lymphatic drainage promises purification, defatting and a temporary reduction in water retention. Here’s what you need to know about this trending technique to get top-notch results at home, too.
What is the lymphatic system?
The lymphatic system is a network of vessels, tissues and organs in the body that removes waste products from the tissues to detoxify the body.
What is lymphatic drainage?
Lymphatic drainage is a special massage technique that can be performed by licensed massage therapists or at home. The gentle massage accelerates the body’s detoxification processes and loosens water retention. After the massage, the excess fluid is filtered through the kidneys and flushed out with the urine.
What are the benefits of lymphatic drainage?
Draining lymph from the body flushes out toxins that can lead to disease. It can also reduce swelling and bloating by draining water retention. Regular lymphatic drainage can strengthen the immune system, reduce cellulite, improve mood and shape the body at the same time.
DIY: how to do lymphatic drainage at home
Lymphatic massage strokes are gentle and slow. The massage should best be designed in a meditative and relaxing way, while breathing deeply through the abdomen. One can also enjoy some of the benefits at home with a dry brushing of the body and massaging the face.
Lymphatic drainage for the body
The dry brush is stroked over dry skin towards the upper body and chest with long, gentle strokes. It is recommended to brush in the direction of the heart as this stimulates the lymphatic system in its natural direction. Beginning at the feet, light to medium pressure is applied upwards without irritating the skin. To stimulate digestion, simply stroke the stomach with circular movements and continue the movements above the chest in the direction of the heart. Finally, use a nourishing body oil or cream to lock in moisture after the scrub.
Lymphatic drainage for the face
To drain the lymph fluid, the face is massaged with the fingertips. Always work from the center of the face up to the lymph nodes in the neck and ears. The key to a good lymphatic drainage massage is gentle movements. Because the lymph vessels are just under the skin, it’s important to use very light pressure. The massage always works upwards and outwards. After the neck, jawline and chin, gradually work your way to the mouth, nose and eyes and finally massage the forehead. Lymphatic drainage can also be ideally performed with a face roller or Gua Sha.