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Swelling of the face, commonly known as “lymphedema” or “tissue swelling”, can occur for a number of reasons, but is usually associated with some form of damage to the lymphatic system. The symptoms create a feeling of swelling on the face, but in some people the swelling may be more localized. In addition, edema can give problems with the kidneys and heart, blood vessels, and they must be excluded. While the symptoms may vary from person to person, the underlying cause is usually the same.
The main goal of any treatment option is to focus on the underlying cause of facial swelling. If it’s due to a minor problem, such as a sluggish immune response or lymphatic congestion, blood clots in the capillaries, massage will definitely reduce the swelling and allow the face to return to normal.
According to research, the average person has between 501 and 700 lymph nodes in the body. Of these lymph nodes, some of the most important are located in the facial region, including the neck. When these knots get blocked by fluid, they can contribute to skin aging, acne, and a dull complexion. Luckily, lymphatic drainage facial massage, which can be performed both by professionals and at home, is a simple and effective solution.
Benefits of facial swelling massage for adults
If you are concerned about the accumulation of fluid under the skin, then lymphatic drainage massage can be a beauty treatment for you. The treatment includes a gentle massage of the lymph nodes located around the eyes, ears and neck. This process helps to detoxify the lymphatic system around the face as it encourages the accumulated fluid to return to the blood vessels for general circulation. This relieves pain, pressure and swelling.
Lymphatic drainage facial massage can be an excellent treatment for acne symptoms. Cosmetologists report that 90% of the world’s population suffers from acne throughout their lives. But, when performed regularly, lymphatic drainage facial massage prevents overload of the lymphatic system, promotes better blood circulation, improves the appearance of the skin, preventing clogged pores.
While lymphatic drainage facial massage can be done in the comfort of your home, it should be done with care. Optimal results can only be achieved when the correct lymphatic drainage points are worked out and gently massaged. In addition, the pressure on the skin must be correct. If it is soft or the massage is done in the wrong direction, it will be ineffective. This is why you should always opt for a lymphatic drainage facial massage from a professional beautician.
Lymphatic drainage facial massage is an effective means of combating toxins and swelling on the face and neck. However, no matter your age or skin condition, you will be amazed at how much a facial lymphatic drainage massage will improve the radiance and overall appearance of your face. Treat yourself to a professional lymphatic drainage facial massage, something you should be doing as part of your regular health and beauty routine.
The harm of massage from swelling of the face for adults
If massage is done incorrectly, it may not reduce, but only increase puffiness. Therefore, it is important to first study the video instructions or ask the massage therapist to show the correct massage movements.
Massage contraindications for facial edema for adults
It is important to understand that for any massage there are a number of contraindications, neglecting which is dangerous to health. For facial massage against edema, the following conditions are contraindicated:
- any type of oncology;
- colds, flu;
- any form of tuberculosis;
- exacerbation of herpes;
- acne, pustules, wounds on the skin in the affected area;
- swollen lymph nodes, lymphadenitis;
- couperose skin, presence of dermatoses;
- tendency to thrombosis;
- neuralgia in the area of the trigeminal nerve;
- allergic swelling of the face.
In these cases, massage is dangerous, negative consequences may occur.
How to massage facial swelling for adults at home
Every morning after cleansing the face, you can take the usual face cream or serum, apply it on your palms and rub it into the massage points on the face and décolleté, where the lymphatic fluid can clog, which can also lead to swelling of the face. Cream and serum help to gently massage the skin without rubbing or irritating it.
Here are some simple tips to reduce swelling. Try them in the morning at home, in the afternoon at work, anywhere, anytime!
Apply light pressure with your fingers to the area just below where the collarbone begins. For some, this may cause a little pain because the lymphatic fluid is clogged in the area. As soon as you let them go, the discomfort will pass.
Gently rub the sides of your neck in a downward motion from under your ears to your shoulders. This releases all tense muscles and also helps to remove toxins accumulated in the décolleté area.
With one finger, press the front tips of the eyebrows. This helps reduce swelling around the eyes.
Press down on the bottom half of the area between your lower lip and chin.
Finally, press on a soft area of skin in front of the earlobes and find an area that hurts slightly when you press on it – massage this area for a few seconds. Then massage the hollow area just behind the earlobes.
These simple steps should help reduce morning puffiness as well as improve circulation to your face, causing your skin to absorb nutrients more efficiently and increase elasticity.
Popular questions and answers
Georgy Temichev, a physiotherapist and sports medicine doctor, traumatologist-orthopedist, and rehabilitation specialist, answered popular questions about massage for facial swelling.