Lymphatic drainage on the face
This will naturally slim your face
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With lymphatic drainage on the face, eyes can appear more alert and a double chin can naturally disappear. We’ll show you how to do this.
Our lymphatic system extends through the entire human body and seems quite complex at first. After all, it is bound to our immune system and also ensures fluid transport. Like small blood vessels, the system runs through the body and has so-called lymph nodes in various places. The region around the heart, where the pathways merge into the venous blood system, can be called the collection point of this system. Every now and then the lymphatic system can be disrupted, which is why lymphatic drainage is used.
What is lymphatic drainage?
Lymphatic drainage is one medical massage of the body, in which the lymphatic flow is stimulated using gentle stroking techniques. Hence the name, because drainage comes from French and means “drainage”.
When the tissue is swollen, the normal lymph flow is disrupted, which is why lymphatic drainage is often used in this case. The lymphatic channels and nodes are activated, the accumulated fluid is removed and the swelling goes down.
Since the lymphatic system is also linked to the immune system, lymphatic drainage also has positive effects on our general health. This is mainly because with the lymph fluid Toxins removed become. Our immune system then becomes more stable and can make us more resistant to stress and infections, but can also help with digestive problems or skin diseases.
Lymphatic drainage is generally used for the following complaints:
- Lipedema or lymphedema
- After surgery to avoid swelling
- For sprains, bruises, etc.
- For wound healing
- For scars
What does lymphatic drainage do on the face?
Lymphatic drainage shows positive results not only on the legs, arms and upper body, but also on: Swelling in the facial area can she help. There are also lymphatic channels here where fluid builds up – this can happen particularly on the chin. If we rest our head on our hand, it creates more pressure than is good for the lymph nodes. The removal is prevented and, among other things, arises Double chin or the first small pockets of fat. This can be done with the help of gentle movements in the chin and cheek area Double chin minimized and the face is generally slimmer. With additional facial yoga, you can also strengthen your muscles, which will make your skin firmer. This is how lifting works naturally. But lymphatic congestion is also possible in the eyes. This often shows up in the form of bags under the eyes, because the lymphatic channels below the eyes cannot reduce swelling if they are disturbed. The eyes generally appear more tired and the area around the face looks duller. Fortunately, drainage can also help here and remove the lymphatic congestion in the lymphatic ducts. The bags under the eyes disappear and the eyes appear refreshed.
Step-by-step instructions for lymphatic drainage on the face
The lymphatic vessels are located almost directly under the skin, which is why too much pressure would be counterproductive and prevent the lymph flow. Start with instead gentle pressurewhich is more like one Swipe movement equals. No matter what swelling you want to treat, it will always started at the neck and collarbone. It is important that you carry out each movement calmly 30 times.
- First, the lymph nodes on the collarbone are activated. To do this, place your hands crossed on your left and right collarbones. Use your fingers to massage outwards on both sides without applying any pressure.
- Now the sides of your neck are massaged. To do this, your fingers move in circular movements.
- Next, the neck is massaged where your skull bone begins. Here too, you massage downwards synchronously. Slowly move your fingers towards your shoulder.
- Then your middle and index fingers are used, which are now placed in front of and behind the ears. Here you also massage around 30 times with gentle pressure.
- The chin is next in line. To do this, place your index and middle fingers on the left and right of your jaw and massage in circular movements from the inside out. Continue without pressure and in slow movements.
- The movement is repeated between the chin and lower lip.
- The procedure then continues above the lip, i.e. between the upper lip and the tip of the nose. Again with circular movements without pressure from the inside out.
- The bridge of the nose is also worked on in the same way, then you continue the movement with circular fingers from the inside out over the bags under the eyes and cheeks.
- Then it is the turn of the temples, which are gently worked on in circular movements.
- The eyebrows can be stroked from the inside out. Again, no pressure.
- Finally, the forehead is also prepared for the lymph flow using circular movements.
- For the Fluid removal the steps will now backward from the inside to the outside repeated. So start with the forehead, then stroke the eyebrows and temples, then the bridge of the nose and the cheeks. Then gently massage above and below the lip as well as the chin. Always in the same circular and slow movements as on the way up. Then there are the ears, the neck, the throat and finally the collarbone.
- For one Lifting effect You can easily stroke your hands from top to bottom over your skin and individual areas. To do this, work from the inside out and then down the sides. In this case, use a facial oil of your choice or a rich creamso your fingers can glide slowly and gently over your skin.
Dissolve lymphatic congestion with Gua-Sha
If the lymphatic channels in the eyes around the eye bags as well as on the chin and cheeks are disturbed, you can also help with Gua Sha. For that are you wearing your favorite one? facial oil on and begin to open the lymph nodes above your collarbone. Then a gua sha comes into play, with which you start from the middle outwards without putting pressure on your chin. Then move the stone down your ear toward your collarbone to remove fluid from the facial area.
For your eyes and eye bags, place the stone on the bridge of your nose and move it gently and in one swing over your skin. If possible, there should be no stretch wrinkles around the eyes. This won’t happen with a good facial oil Gua Sha will glide smoothly over your eye bags. Repeat the movement for both eyes at least ten times on each side; 30 strokes are better. With regular use, not only will the bags under your eyes disappear – your eyes will generally appear much fresher and more awake.
How often should you do lymphatic drainage?
For a quick and, above all, visible effect, it is worth using lymphatic drainage daily to carry out. Add them to your morning or evening ritual of your skincare routine. Within 15 minutes you’re done with it and your skin feels fresher. The whole thing also has a nice side effect, as many users report a general improvement in the appearance of their skin in the facial area. Acne sufferers report visibly positive changes – Inflammation, impurities and redness slowly subsided. The reason for this is the removal of toxins that lie in and under our skin and cause inflammation of the impurities there. Lymphatic drainage also promotes blood circulation, which in turn is good for the firmness of our skin and can reduce wrinkles.
How much does lymphatic drainage on the face cost from a professional?
How much professional cosmetic lymphatic drainage costs depends on the respective provider. However, there are costs to be expected between 40 and 80 euros for lymphatic drainage on the face.
Sources used: mondosano.de, apothekesterzing.com