What is face yoga? Know its technique, benefits

Instagram reels by models and skincare experts on face yoga are going viral on social media. These videos typically feature before and after shots of models showcasing a variety of massages and exercises that target the face and neck fat. 

Face yoga has proven effective in improving the facial structure and strengthening the face muscles. 

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What exactly is face yoga? 

It is described as a natural, alternative option for improving and toning the structural appearance of one’s face. Danielle Collins, a face yoga expert describes it as an exercise along with massage, relaxation, and acupressure techniques.

Face yoga promises long-term changes in the targeted area of your face if the routine is maintained consistently. 

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How can you do face yoga? 

There are countless techniques available online depending on what you are going for and what is your desired result. 

One of the exercises for a more lifted cheek look includes forming an ‘O’ shape with your mouth and positioning your upper lip over your teeth. Now smile to lift your cheek muscles and place your index finger above it. The next step involves smiling again and pushing the muscles upwards towards the eyes and then downwards. 

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To avoid the stress lines from appearing on your temple, clench your together while lifting your chin and pressing down into your temple region with your fingertips. Concentrating on the temple region, tightly clench your teeth and try moving your ears backward. Experts suggest that this exercise should be repeated three times for maximum results.  

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What are the benefits of face yoga? 

Other than its ability to tone the facial muscles, it can also reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness and it helps in improving blood circulation. It has also proven effective against reducing the appearance of dark circles under your eyes and helping control facial muscles. Face yoga can also correct skin sagging and firm the neckline.