Cosmetics and beauty clinic services promise to prolong youth and preserve the beauty of a woman’s face. But who thinks about the technology of applying ordinary cream? It turns out that the result depends on the movements we perform. The massage lines of the face and neck - Langer's lines - are responsible for this. German anatomist Karl Langer first noticed them. A revolutionary discovery in cosmetology is named after him.
Massage lines are the directions of least stretching of the skin. They are located close to blood vessels and are very sensitive to beneficial substances supplied through lymph flows. Having studied their features, women can easily turn everyday facial care into a real cosmetology session.
The meaning of lines in massage of the face, neck, décolleté
It’s not scary if a woman doesn’t know about the location of massage lines on the skin. But if you take them into account during a facial massage, the results will double. First of all, they can be used while applying the cream: the nutrients will be better absorbed and the natural renewal of the epidermis will begin.
During a massage in these directions, the movement of lymph through the channels occurs more freely, which is reflected in the condition of the skin and its color.
The technique is safe, since the skin along these areas is less susceptible to stretching. It is important to determine the lines for facial massage and work them with the necessary effort. The only thing to avoid is dirty hands, strong pressure, rubbing.
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Discussion: 3 comments
- Alla:
05/31/2019 at 12:16 pmI think if a woman is over 40, then such a massage is simply a must. I do it systematically and the skin on my face has become much healthier and more elastic, I like the way I look now.
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- Natalia:
05/25/2019 at 11:52 am
Over the last couple of months I started giving myself this massage, I am delighted, I see that the condition of my skin has improved much.
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- Elena:
05/20/2019 at 6:07 pm
I repeatedly did this massage for myself, but with a specialist, where I really got the desired effect, after all, the person has the correct massage technique, I would not have been able to do that.
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Direction of lines
The movement of lymph flow coincides with active lines of collagen fibers, stimulating the skin to natural regeneration. If you use the wrong direction, collagen fibers are destroyed, tissues sag, and tone disappears. This is facilitated by rough transverse movements and incorrectly selected cosmetics. How to avoid such consequences and do a facial massage according to the rules? Features of working with massage lines:
- We need to move from the center to the periphery and from bottom to top;
- Smoothness and accuracy are important;
- The impact on all areas should be uniform;
- The method should be used regularly.
This approach is suitable for any age.
As a result, lymph circulation increases, swelling will decrease, and the skin will glow with health and beauty. A separate plus is self-confidence: knowing that your face looks amazing affects your mood.
The role of the location of the incision relative to the direction of collagen fibers
Skin is easier to stretch in one direction than in another, and this has been known for a long time. However, these lines have recently been discovered to have an important role.
First, surgeons use these lines to decide which direction to make the incisions in order to create the least noticeable scars. If the incision is made in a direction transverse to the collagen, the risk of keloid scar formation increases.
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Cut in the direction of aligned collagen and wounds heal better and produce less scarring. Surgeons currently use either skin tension line maps (of which there are many and often different) or manual manipulation to determine the local orientation of skin tension.
Manual manipulation is often imprecise, and research shows that skin tension line directions differ between.
Line layout
Information about where the facial massage lines are located is a must. Many photos in beauty clinics and fashion magazines will help you understand the exact technology. The diagram of massage lines is a template, on the basis of this the location of your zones is determined, they are marked with a cosmetic pencil. Not only the face is affected, but also the chin, neck, décolleté: every area is important. A classic facial massage will bring more benefits if you take into account the location of the massage lines on the face, and everyday self-care procedures will double the effect.
Self-massage technique for the face from Elena Zemskova
Elena Zemskova is the founder and director of the Moscow school “Chiromassage IQ”. Her methods are based on the latest advances in the field of anatomy, neurology and psychology. The school has representative offices in Russia, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia.
According to Elena’s method, massage is carried out in several stages:
- Soft stroking, leading to activation of the nervous system, transmitting excitement to the vascular and muscle tissue of the massaged area.
- Kneading the deeper layers with your fingertips to influence the lymphatic and blood vessels.
- Final passes with the phalanges of the fingers to improve the functioning of the muscular system.
Skin activation is carried out exclusively through massage lines. The movements are performed rhythmically, without strong pressure, avoiding pain. After working through the zone, the movement is fixed at the end of the line for 1-2 seconds.
The school offers three types of facial massage. The first is a short universal express lifting that allows you to quickly restore tone. The second is differentiated corrective massage. The third is decongestant lymphatic self-massage.
Where is knowledge about massage lines used?
Where is such knowledge applied? The secret of their properties is used by modest housewives and outrageous celebrities. At home, a reminder will be useful on how to apply the cream to the face along the massage lines, and how often. In beauty clinics, all basic cosmetic procedures are also performed using Langer’s lines.
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Cupping massage
An additional option for home plastic surgery is vacuum massage. Tools for cupping massage can be purchased at a pharmacy. The pressure inside the cans creates a vacuum, pulling the skin. Here it is very important to act in the directions of least stretching of the skin, that is, to know the massage lines of the face. The body heals the resulting minor damage on its own, we get a natural renewal of the integument. It is important to feel the pulsating points, with them healing will be effective.
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How to properly apply cream along massage lines
Moisturizing at night or during the day is important for the condition of the skin, why not enhance the effect? For the cream to be more effective, it must be applied along massage lines. Let's look at this process step by step:
- Cleanse your face: use your usual products - milk or lotion.
- Wash your face with water and a cleanser: this will remove any remaining dirt and sebum.
- Dry your face with a towel and use toner. It is important to leave the skin damp before applying the cream.
- Take a small amount of cream: squeeze it out of a bottle with a dispenser or scoop it out of a jar with a spatula. Try not to touch the cream directly with your finger so that moisture from your hands does not get into your cosmetics.
- Warm the cream with your hands. This way it will be absorbed much better.
- Apply the cream confidently and smoothly. At the same time, move along the massage lines, against the vector of gravity.
Face cleaning
The outer stratum corneum is exposed to the environment and is prone to peeling. After complete renewal of the epidermis, the tissues become tender and the color changes. Cleaning, especially ultrasonic, speeds up the process. Tools for ultrasonic facial cleansing - scrubber, special liquids, consumables. Sound vibrations promote rapid regeneration. Cleaning actively interacts with the skin and therefore it is also important to strictly adhere to massage lines to minimize damage. In addition, if you set the scrubber in the desired direction, the cleaning effect will increase.
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Microcurrents
When the outer layers of the skin wither, it sagging and elasticity is lost. Microcurrents help tighten the skin and should also be used strictly along massage lines. Two electrodes in the device, through which low-frequency currents pass, stimulate metabolic processes in blood vessels and fatty tissue. This affects cells, appearance, and blood circulation increases.
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Skin treatment
When treating the skin for systematic rashes and acne, it is also important to apply antibacterial agents along Langer's massage lines. If the skin problem is serious, you need to consult a specialist.
Causes of facial wrinkles
The formation of facial wrinkles is associated with the motor activity of the facial muscles. Since the human face is not a frozen mask, emotions are expressed with the help of facial muscles and thousands of unconscious micromovements are performed. The corresponding areas of the skin are involved in this continuous motor flow.
Up to a certain age, our skin is elastic and after muscle contractions immediately returns to its original state. But over time, the collagen content in the skin decreases and, accordingly, its elasticity decreases. So, in places where the skin is subject to frequent deformation, creases appear, that is, facial wrinkles. The more active facial expressions, the higher the likelihood of wrinkles appearing.
Types of facial wrinkles
The most common places where the problem is observed first and most often are the forehead and areas around the eyes. Expression wrinkles on the forehead are divided into horizontal and vertical. Those who often raise their eyebrows upward develop clearly defined horizontal lines on their forehead. Those who like to put on a frown form an interbrow fold. In fact, we make many involuntary movements, forming an individual pattern of facial activity. Therefore, the appearance of a certain type of wrinkle does not always correspond to a specific emotion.
The pattern of wrinkles around the eyes also forms differently. The greatest impact on thin and delicate skin here is the habit of squinting, reacting to sunlight, or trying to see something better. As a result, “crow’s feet”—a network of fine wrinkles—appear in the corners of the eyes.
Nasolabial folds can also be classified as facial wrinkles, but facial expressions are not always the main reason for their appearance. Of course, the personal picture of the formation of facial wrinkles is influenced by the types of facial activity.
Types of facial activity
According to M. Mayo’s classification, there are 3 types of facial activity:
- Normokinetic (a person cannot always control his facial expressions, but can completely relax his facial muscles if desired. At rest, there are no facial wrinkles);
- Hypokinetic (a person has good control over the activity of the facial muscles and wrinkles only when he wants to. At rest, his facial wrinkles are completely smoothed out);
- The hyperkinetic type does not allow its owner to relax his face. In such a person it is constantly tense, so facial wrinkles soon turn into deep static furrows).
