Use facial oil
With a smooth sentence structure, you can easily perform swiping and sliding movements on the skin. If we perform pinching, swiping, and sliding movements on dry skin, it can cause wrinkles and irritation.
Moreover, facial oils usually contain a high concentration of nutrients that are good for the skin. You should not use body massage oils on the face to avoid irritation and clogged pores.
Use serum
Using facial massage with a moisturizing serum will help the skin absorb the most nutrients. If the serum you use has a thick, dense, creamy texture, it will be easy to massage your face.
However, for serums with a thin or fast-absorbing texture, we will have a different facial massage technique. Gently tapping with the fingertips as if playing the piano on the face. The gentle tapping motion helps the nutrients penetrate deeper into the skin.
You can also perform pressing motions with lightweight, liquid serums. Just apply a few drops of serum to your palm, then warm it up, press and apply both hands to the face. The warmth of the palms, combined with the applied pressure, will help the nutrients penetrate the skin more effectively.
Use a massage device
You can use serums, facial oils, or moisturizers beforehand and finish with the use of beauty devices. The sonic vibration waves in these beauty devices will help push the nutrients deep into the skin cells.
You should thoroughly clean and dry the beauty devices before applying them to the facial massage.
Use Gua sha
Gua Sha is a traditional therapeutic method from China that uses a smooth tool with rounded edges, usually made of gemstones or ceramics, to rub on the skin. In addition to promoting blood circulation, it is also considered a natural beauty method as it helps improve the skin condition, reduce wrinkles, and create a slim face.
When blood circulation is improved, the skin’s elasticity is increased. Improving blood circulation on the skin not only helps improve the skin but also gently relaxes tension. However, consistency and perseverance are required to achieve positive results.
How to perform Gua Sha facial massage for a slim face
Gua Sha massage needs to be performed correctly. It is important to consult an expert or experienced spa technician.
– Start by cleansing and moisturizing the face and neck
– Apply facial oil or serum to the face and neck to allow the tool to glide easily and prevent damage to the skin.
– Start from the neck and move upwards. Hold the Gua Sha tool at a 15-degree angle and use the fingers of the other hand to apply gentle pulling force, gently slide the tool along the skin with upward strokes.
Massage movements should be performed gently to avoid causing damage to the skin. If your skin is experiencing issues such as irritation, wounds, or after undergoing treatment, it is not advisable to perform facial massage.