Girls go to any lengths to stay attractive as long as possible. In the fight against age-related skin changes, they manage to try many means and procedures. It has long been known that French women are the personification of femininity, style and the ability to take care of themselves. In the matter of preserving youth, they pretty much succeeded. The culture of proper nutrition, properly selected care and, of course, the technique of French facial massage played a big role in this. If you trust these sophisticated foreign women in everything related to the sphere of beauty, then you should definitely try this procedure. In addition, it has been widely popular in recent years in Russia.
What is a French facial massage? To whom it is shown, in what cases it is worth refraining from using it, how the procedure is performed, and what effect can be achieved - you will learn about this and not only from this article.
What is this technique
French massage was invented by a physiotherapist named Pascal Coche, but for the first time she was able to successfully apply this technique on her face three timesgraduate cosmetologist Joel Siocco. The effect of this technique is based on the influence on the lymph flow line, which leads to a result similar to that of a surgical facelift.
The specialist does not affect the muscles of the face, but only subcutaneous fat, sebaceous glands and lymph flow. As a result, certain areas are saturated with blood, they become toned, 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 to do a French sculpting facial massage
If you decide to undergo this procedure, but are afraid of pain or any other discomfort, do not worry. A professional beautician will gently but confidently massage your face, paying special attention to problem areas.
The procedure begins with make-up removal, then the specialist gently relaxes the muscles of the face with stroking movements. After that, he will apply a special talc that will not allow his hands to slide over the skin of his face.
This procedure does not involve putting on rubber gloves by the beautician, as he should feel the patient's muscles and lymph flow lines well, and such measures are also aimed at a more pleasant process for the client. In connection with this feature of the French facial massage, make sure that the specialist treats the hands well with an antiseptic before proceeding directly to work.
Massagebegins with three deep breaths and long exhalations to completely relax all organs. Then the beautician starts stimulating the back of the neck and continues in the décolleté area, then moves up to the forehead, he massages the area at the hairline in the opposite direction. All movements should coincide with the patient's breathing. At specific points near the nose, lips, temples, the master performs pressing movements.
Next, the patient needs to inhale deeply again and raise his hands, and while exhaling, lower them.
The last step is to restore normal circulation by massaging the scalp and pulling on some strands of hair.
Performing a facial massage by a master
In the attached video, the principle of the correct technique for performing a French modeling massage is clearly visible. The cosmetologist seems to sculpt from the skin and thereby creates clear facial contours. His movements are fast, accurate, but at the same time, they are performed with a certain degree of pressure, so that the lymph flow lines are well involved and excess fluid does not linger in the nose, cheeks, or under the eyes.
Who may need
Experts advise to start using 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-s alt metabolism in the body, swelling under the eyes, which are the result of the same cause, bruises and spider veins.
What is the result of facial massage
With French facial massage you can:
- prevent excessive puffiness;
- improve the functioning of the lymphatic drainage system;
- remove harmful substances from the body;
- speed up metabolic processes;
- smooth mimic wrinkles and significantly reduce deep nasolabial and interbrow folds;
- forget about bags and bruises under the eyes;
- remove double chin;
- get rid of sagging cheeks.
An excellent result from a course of massage can last up to a year, provided that you eat right, get enough sleep and exercise moderately.
In addition to the external effect, the French sculptural facial massage can help in solving problems such as insomnia, neurotic conditions. The result is achieved through complete relaxation during the session, as well as stroking movements that promote a state of rest.
Why can't you do it 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 French chiroplastic facial massage technique, don't even start. As a result of your manipulations with your face, both the banal appearance of hematomas and inflammations, and such a serious situation as tissue asymmetry can occur. Correcting such a flaw, even with a specialist, will subsequently be extremely difficult.
But to be afraid to visita professional cosmetologist involved in such procedures at home is not worth it, since they do not require special sterility. Most importantly, read the reviews about him first, and also ask about the availability of a certificate that would give him the right to provide the “French facial massage” service. In the event that his home beauty parlor is clean, his clients are satisfied and he has a diploma of training, feel free to go to this master.
Contraindications
Like any procedure, French massage has a number of contraindications, compliance with which will save you from unpleasant consequences.
French facial massage involves the lymphatic and circulatory systems, and also affects the change in body processes at the cellular level. In connection with these features, it may be prohibited for people suffering from certain types of diseases and pathologies. For example, such as:
- allergic reactions of the body;
- different types of skin infections, such as herpes and eczema in the acute stage;
- malignant tumors;
- rosacea;
- reduced intracranial pressure;
- increased hair growth of the skin;
- poor blood clotting;
- vascular fragility;
- a large number of birthmarks, especially bulging and growing rapidly;
- violations of facial expressions, pinching of the facial nerve;
- lymphadenitis and lymphadenopathy.
And also, no qualified doctor will undertake to massage after a recent chemical peel andmicrodermabrasion.
French facial massage reviews
Reviews about this procedure are mostly positive. Girls who were able to cope with facial problems after visiting a massage using French technology admit that after the third or fifth session, the result became clearly visible. To achieve the desired effect, they advise contacting only qualified specialists who have successfully mastered this complex technique. Feel free to ask for a training certificate and look for reviews about this beautician 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 the reduction of bags under the eyes, the overall puffiness of the face is reduced, the nasolabial folds have become 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 pretty good result in the lip area: a deep crease has become almost invisible and the contour of the face has become more even and clear, wrinkles on the forehead have also smoothed out well.
What beauticians say
Experts themselves say a lot that French facial massage can only be performed by professional doctors who are well acquainted with the anatomical atlas of the face. Otherwise, the procedure forimprovement and improvement of appearance, can either become a waste of money or worsen existing shortcomings.
Beauticians also warn that you should not expect a miracle after the very first procedure: a worthy effect will be noticeable after five to ten sessions, while they should be performed at least two to three times a month. For ladies over 35 years old, beauty experts advise resorting to this type of massage every six months in courses up to 12 times.
Thus, you can preserve the freshness and youth of your 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 high-quality care products and have a good facial massage session using French technology.
