Girls go to any tricks if only to remain attractive as long as possible. In the fight against age-related skin changes, they manage to try many tools and procedures. It has long been known that French women are the personification of femininity, style and the ability to look after themselves. In the matter of preserving youth, they pretty much succeeded. The culture of proper nutrition, the right care and, of course, the technique of French facial massage played a big role in this. If you trust these sophisticated foreigners in everything related to the sphere of beauty, you should definitely try this procedure. In addition, it has been widely popular in recent years in Russia.
What is a French face massage? To whom it is shown, in which cases it is worth to refrain from its application, how the procedure is performed, and also what effect can be achieved - this is not only what you will learn from this article.
What is this technique
French massage was invented by a physiotherapist by the name of Pascal Kosh, but for the first time this method was successfully applied on the face by a three-time certified cosmetologist Joel Siocco. The action of this technique is based on the effect on the lines of the lymphatic flow, which leads to a similar result from a surgical facelift.
The specialist does not affect the muscles of the face, but only on the subcutaneous fat, sebaceous glands and lymph flow. As a result, certain zones are saturated with blood, they come in tone, and the contours of the face become more clear, even and smooth.
In addition to facial massage, there are also French massage programs aimed at reducing cellulite on the body and tightening problem areas.
How is a French modeling facial massage performed
If you decide on this procedure, but are afraid of pain or any other unpleasant sensations - do not worry. A professional cosmetologist will gently but confidently massage your face, paying special attention to problem areas.
The procedure begins with a make-up remover, then the specialist with a mild tool will properly relax the muscles of the face with stroking movements. After that, it will apply a special talcum powder, which will not allow his hands to slide on the skin of the face.
This procedure does not involve putting on rubber gloves by the beautician, as he should feel the muscles and lines of the patient’s lymphatic flow well, and such measures are aimed at a more pleasant process for the client. In connection with this feature of French face massage, make sure that the specialist handles the hands well with an antiseptic agent before proceeding directly to work.
Massage begins with three deep breaths and long exhalations to completely relax all organs. Then the cosmetologist proceeds to stimulate the back of the neck and continues in the decollete, then goes up to the forehead, he massages the area near the hairline in the opposite direction. All movements must coincide with the patient's breathing. At specific points near the nose, lips, temples, the master makes pressure movements.
Next, the patient must again deeply inhale and raise his hands, and exhaling, lower them.
The last step is to return the usual circulation by massaging the scalp and sipping some strands of hair.
Performing facial massage by a master
In the attached video, the principle of the correct technique for performing the French modeling massage is clearly visible. The cosmetologist as if sculpts from the skin and thereby creates clear facial contours. His movements are quick, accurate, but at the same time performed with a certain degree of pressure so that the lines of the lymphatic flow are well involved and the excess fluid does not linger in the nose, cheeks or under the eyes.
Who may need
Experts advise starting to use facial massage according to the French method only after 25 years, when age-related changes make themselves felt. Before this age, you can resort to this procedure if there are good reasons, such as puffiness of the face associated with improper water-salt metabolism in the body, swelling under the eyes, which is the result of the same reason, bruises and spider veins.
What result can a facial massage bring?
Using French facial massage you can:
- prevent excessive swelling;
- to establish the work of the lymphatic drainage system;
- remove harmful substances from the body;
- accelerate metabolic processes;
- smooth facial wrinkles and significantly reduce deep nasolabial and interbrow folds;
- forget about the bags and bruises under the eyes;
- remove double chin;
- get rid of sagging cheeks.
An excellent result from a massage course can last up to a year, provided that you eat right, as well as get enough sleep and moderate exercise.
In addition to the external effect, French sculptural facial massage can help in solving problems such as insomnia, neurotic conditions. The result is achieved due to complete relaxation during the session, as well as stroking movements that contribute to a state of rest.
Why can not be carried out at home
In no case should you do this procedure at home, especially to yourself. Especially if you are only partially familiar with the correct technique of French chiroplastic facial massage, don’t even start. As a result of your manipulations with your face, both the banal appearance of hematomas and inflammations can occur, as well as such a serious situation as the asymmetry of tissues. Correcting such a flaw even with a specialist will subsequently be extremely difficult.
But you should not be afraid to visit a professional cosmetologist who is engaged in such procedures at home, since they do not require special sterility. The most important thing is to first read the reviews about him, and ask about the availability of a certificate that would give him the right to provide the French Face Massage service. In the event that he has a clean home office, clients are satisfied and have a diploma of training, feel free to go to this master.
Contraindications
Like any procedure, the French massage has a number of contraindications, the observance of which will save from unpleasant consequences.
French facial massage involves the lymphatic and circulatory systems, and also affects the change in processes in the body at the cellular level. In connection with these features, it can be banned for people suffering from certain types of diseases and pathologies. For example, such as:
- allergic reactions of the body;
- various types of skin infections, for example, herpes and eczema in the acute stage;
- malignant tumors;
- rosacea;
- low intracranial pressure;
- increased hair growth of the skin;
- poor blood coagulability;
- fragility of blood vessels;
- a large number of birthmarks, especially convex and rapidly increasing;
- facial expressions, pinched facial nerve;
- lymphadenitis and lymphadenopathy.
And also, no qualified doctor will undertake a massage after a recent chemical peeling and microdermabrasion.
French face massage reviews
Reviews about this procedure are mostly positive. Girls who were able to cope with facial problems after attending a massage using French technology admit that after the third to fifth session, the result was clearly visible. To achieve the desired effect, they advise you to contact only qualified specialists who have successfully mastered this complex technique. Do not hesitate to ask for a certificate of training and look for reviews about this cosmetologist on the forums and the salon website.
Before and after
The photos below show the effect of a French facial massage.
The first photo clearly shows a decrease in bags under the eyes, reduced overall swelling of the face, and nasolabial folds became less pronounced.
In the second photo, it is clearly noticeable that the patient's complexion has improved, the contour has tightened, facial features have become clearer, wrinkles in the lip area have decreased.
The third photo shows a rather good result in the area of the lips: the deep fold became almost invisible and the contour of the face became more even and clear, and the wrinkles on the forehead were smoothed out well.
What cosmetologists say
Experts themselves say a lot about the fact that only professional doctors who are familiar with the anatomical atlas of the face can perform French facial massage. Otherwise, the procedure aimed at improving and improving the appearance, can either become a waste of money or worsen existing shortcomings.
Beauticians also warn that you should not expect a miracle after the first procedure: a worthy effect will be noticeable after five to ten sessions, while they must be performed at least two to three times a month. For women over 35 years old, beauty experts advise resorting to this type of massage once every six months with courses up to 12 times.
Thus, it is possible to preserve the freshness and youthfulness of the face without the use of injections or even plastic surgery - just visit the office of a professional cosmetologist in a timely manner, who will select the best quality care products and have a good facial massage session using French technology.