Facial massage: possible mistakes
Incorrect massage can be harmful
Facial massage is one of the most popular procedures in beauty salons. Aimed primarily at the prevention of aging, massage improves microcirculation and lymphatic drainage, improves metabolic processes, and has an undeniable rejuvenating effect.
Olga Antonyuk, dermatocosmetologist, methodologist of the Academy of Scientific Beauty (Ukraine)
Wide possibilities
Massage has a versatile effect not only on the skin, muscles of the face and neck, but also on the whole body in general. Impulses sent by massage, reaching the cerebral cortex, have a peculiar effect on the central nervous system.
First of all, it is important to note that the massage should be performed by cosmetologists who have completed a special training course and have knowledge of the anatomical structure of the massaged area - only then will it be effective.
There are also contraindications for using this technique, such as:
- pustular lesions of the skin (pyoderma);
- viral diseases (herpes);
- atopic and allergic dermatitis in the acute stage;
- eczema;
- violations of the skin of the face (sores and cracks);
- pronounced rosacea;
- hypertrichosis.
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