Facial Massage

As an incredibly busy mother of four, I rarely have time for myself and desperately need some me time. I am always looking for ways to obtain a little time and pampering and of course if that can help release the stress of everyday life, I am all for it!

A couple weeks ago as I was browsing through Barnes and Noble, I came across a book that caught my attention and eye. It was a book that had creative snippets and suggestions for pampering yourself. It is driving me crazy that I can not remember the name of the book and a search on Barnes and Noble .com didn't help.

Regardless, I do remember one page on the benefits of fingertip facial massage. I thought it was interesting and I have been using those techniques suggested every time I feel tense and stress. And not only does it help relieve some stress, it has improved the look and quality of my skin.

HOW IT WORKS:

Facial Massages, as with any type, increase the blood flow and circulation to your face. This is why I suppose the color and quality of your face improve with facial massages.

I use a general moisterizer when I do my facial massages, but you can use just about anything else that is good for your skin type and tone.

Once I apply the moisturizer to my fingertips I begin at my neck and gently massage upward with a gentle pressure for about 30 seconds to a minute.

I then use the first and middle fingers and slide gently upward from my chin to my ears for another 30 seconds.

I then use the first and middle fingers and apply pressure to both sides of my nose for 3-4 seconds and then gently stroke downward.

I then move down to my chin and use the same fingers to apply pressure there and rub gently in a circular motion then apply slight pressure and stroke from the middle of my chin out along my jawline to my ears.

Finally I use the middle finger and ring finger to trace a line from the bridge of my nose, over my brows and to the edge of my eyes. After that I use my ring finger to massage from the corner of my eye by the nose out, around and down to the underside corner.

I try religiously to do this every evening and always when needed.

A quick fingertip facial massage is a great way to pamper yourself and give you a slight relaxing timeout.