A poor lifestyle, extreme weight loss, and aging have the potential to make facial skin lose its collagen content and elasticity; As a result, facial skin will look wrinkled and slack. Having a similar problem? Try the facial yoga techniques and/or anti-aging routines in this article to work it out!
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Method 1 of 2: Doing Facial Yoga
Step 1. Do the “Lion Face” pose for at least 1 minute
This exercise is able to tighten and shape all facial muscles so that your facial skin will look younger.
- Close your eyes and inhale slowly while tightening all your facial muscles as much as possible.
- Exhale and stick your tongue out as far as you can.
- Open your eyes wide and raise your eyebrows as high as possible.
Step 2. Exercise your forehead
This exercise is effective in reducing wrinkles and fine lines by tightening your forehead muscles.
- Place both hands on both forehead areas adjacent to the temples.
- Widen the distance between each finger and place your thumbs in the nape area (just below your hairline).
- Place your ring finger on the outer edge of the eyebrow.
- Slowly, pull the forehead skin with the help of your ring finger and thumb until it tightens.
- Raise the eyebrows as high as possible.
- Hold that position for 5 seconds; repeat the same process 5 times.
Step 3. Tighten the sagging cheek area using your fingers
Some types of exercises you can try:
- Keep your gaze straight up and place your index finger on your cheekbone.
- Press your index finger against the skin of your forehead and make a circular pattern with your index finger.
- Push your lips forward to form an “O”, then pull them back to form a very wide smile.
Step 4. Tighten the eyebrows and the hollows under the eyes
This exercise has a very similar effect to eyebrow lift surgery.
- Place both index fingers under your eyes, and point your fingertips toward your nose.
- Open your mouth slightly and hide your teeth with your lips.
- Stare at the ceiling for 30 seconds while vibrating the top of your eyelid.
Method 2 of 2: Applying Antiaging Techniques
Step 1. Increase the consumption of water
Water is able to hydrate the skin and increase its elasticity; As a result, your facial skin will feel smoother, softer, and firmer. Drink at least 8 glasses of water every day; replace the consumption of soda, coffee, and sugary juices with water.
Step 2. Quit smoking
Smoking can damage the collagen and elastin content in the skin, and reduce oxygen levels that enter the skin cells; in other words, smoking can accelerate the aging process of your skin! For those of you who smoke, stop smoking as soon as possible, and consult the best method you can take to reduce smoking to your doctor or other health professional.
Step 3. Consume more vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
Foods with whole nutrients and vegetables are very rich in vitamins and antioxidants that can improve the condition of elastin and collagen in the skin. Therefore, improve your diet by consuming more fruits, vegetables, nuts, low-fat protein, and legumes.
Step 4. Increase the hours of sleep
Sleep activity is effective in increasing the reproduction and growth of the body's skin cells, as well as being able to repair dead and damaged skin cells that have the potential to make the skin look slack. At least, sleep eight hours every night to ensure the health of the body's skin is well maintained.
Step 5. Massage facial skin using extra virgin olive oil
Olive oil contains vitamins and antioxidants that can moisturize and tighten facial skin naturally.
Massage facial skin using olive oil for one minute, then rinse with water until clean
Step 6. Wear a face mask made from natural ingredients
Popular branded face masks sold in major supermarkets generally contain chemicals and other formulas that have the potential to cause irritation and reduce the natural oil content of the face; As a result, fine lines and facial wrinkles will increase. Meanwhile, natural ingredients contain various nutrients that are able to tighten facial skin naturally.
- Mash the bananas using a fork, apply to the skin evenly, let stand for 20 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
- Mix egg whites and 2-3 drops of lemon juice. Apply the mixture to your face, let it dry, then rinse thoroughly.
Step 7. Make sure your facial skin is not too long exposed to the sun
If exposed to the sun for more than 15-20 minutes, the collagen content in the face can be damaged; As a result, the natural oil and moisture of the facial skin will be reduced so that the number of wrinkles and fine lines on the face will increase. Therefore, limit your outdoor activities or make sure you always wear a hat to protect your skin from direct sunlight.
Step 8. Ask your beautician or cosmetic surgeon for recommendations on facial tightening options
Treatments such as laser therapy and facial skin lift surgery are effective in helping to tighten facial skin while reducing fine lines and wrinkles on the face. Visit your nearest dermatologist or beautician to find out what face lift options you can try.
