How to Tighten Your Face Skin with Exercise
Medically Reviewed By:
Dr. Neeraj Bansal, BAMS
Written by Our Editorial Team
With ageing, our skin ages as well and it gets reflected most through decreasing skin elasticity. Despite following extensive skincare rituals, your face may start lacking the precious natural glow and firmness from the mid-forties. So how do you keep your face from getting all saggy and wrinkled? Well, regular facial exercises are the key.
Despite having numerous benefits, facial exercise is an underrated aspect of skincare that may work as magic but with patience and consistency. In a nutshell, if you keep your facial muscles active through regular exercise, you will age gracefully like fine wine.
Understanding Why Skin Loses Elasticity
Our face is made with over 50 muscles that can and unlike our body, face muscles are very delicate and as they are rarely used, these muscles lose their firmness with ageing. This elasticity maintains the firmness of our facial skin and with regular facial exercises, not only can you preserve the elasticity, but you can lock the youthfulness and natural glow for a long time. Also, it improves the overall health and appearance of your facial skin.
Top Natural Remedies for Firming Skin
Saggy and wrinkled facial skin can be a threat to self-confidence and it may lead to self-consciousness for many. If you want to maintain your skin’s firmness for a long time, here are some natural remedies you may consider:
-
Face Exercise
Face yoga is one of the best ways to tighten loose skin. Putting your face muscles into gentle workouts will keep the skin firm and naturally glowing. Also, with face exercise, you can eliminate wrinkles and puffy under eyes.
-
Facial Massage
Massaging gently can be immensely beneficial for firming your facial skin. Massage your face daily with Pokonut kumkumadi tailam oil to lock the youthfulness and elasticity for years to come. This oil works as a magical kumkumadi serum on your face when massaged regularly.
-
Exercise
Regular exercise can be an excellent remedy to tighten loose skin naturally. Strength training or HIIT will burn your fat and replace it with muscles. These muscles will boost the firmness of your skin.
Best Face Exercises for a Natural Glow
With the right facial exercises, your face will remain youthful, fresh and naturally radiant. Here are a few face yoga that would help you look and feel young even in your 60s.
-
Neck Stretching
Your neck may not be generally considered a part of your face, but keeping your neck muscles active would surely reflect in your face and jawline. This exercise works as a gentle strength training for your neck. Look straight tap your left shoulder with your left ear and keep your other shoulder in a normal position. Hold this move for 8-10 seconds before repeating with the other side.
-
Brow Smoother
Brow smoother is one of the best methods for skin tightening around your forehead. Your forehead skin is prone to getting wrinkled easily but with this exercise, you can maintain the skin elasticity. Place your two fingers at the centre of your forehead and put a gentle pressure while going towards the temples. Repeat this 20 to 25 times every day.
-
Cheek Lifter
The skin around your cheek can get saggy with ageing, practising the cheek lifter exercise keeps your beautiful cheeks firm and plumpy. Open your mouth as tightly as you can, then fold your upper lip towards your nose and make a big smile. Now gently put your finger on the cheekbones. Relax and repeat at least 10 times.
Preventing Loose Skin: Tips for Women at All Age
- Consider avoiding smoking as it can significantly affect your skin's firmness.
- Upgrading your sun protection game is a must to prevent loose skin. The harmful UV rays damage the skin's elasticity and make it saggy. Always wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen to avoid sun damage.
- Prioritise skincare with consistency. Taking care of your skin and using kumkumadi tailam oil or a face firming cream can preserve the elasticity of your skin for a long time.
- Hydration plays a major role in shaping your skin's appearance and firmness. Drink plenty of water to maintain hydration level and follow a balanced diet.
Conclusion
Ageing isn't frustrating when you age gracefully. And regular face exercise is the key to preventing saggy skin and wrinkles. Face yoga is not just a measure for prevention, if your skin has loosened up with time, engaging in regular facial exercise can tighten the skin significantly. So embrace the goodness of face exercise today to look and feel youthful for years to come.
Leave a comment
Please note, comments need to be approved before they are published.