Facial Exercises: Can it Reverse Signs of Aging?

We all know what proper diet and exercise can do for the body but have you heard of anti-aging facial exercises?

Aside from maintaining a healthy lifestyle, one method you can try in order to reverse some of the signs of aging is doing anti-aging facial exercises. Continue reading to learn more about them.

What are facial exercises for anti-aging?

Anti-aging facial exercises are basically repeated controlled, expressive movements that help reduce signs of aging. These exercises have been shown to help tighten and tone your facial skin. It also assists in the production of collagen, and unlike invasive procedures, this natural method can help your skin look younger without pain.

Some exercises you can practice at home:

For a smoother forehead

1. With your lips closed, smile widely, from ear to ear.
2. Try wrinkling your nose.
3. Stop smiling, then pucker your lips.
4. Pull your chin down with your fingers while your mouth remains closed.
5. Repeat the smile and pucker. Hold each expression for 5 seconds.
6. Repeat 10 times.

For firmer skin and fewer laugh lines

1. With your lips closed, smile widely, from ear to ear.
2. Try wrinkling your nose.
3. Stop smiling, then pucker your lips.
4. Pull your chin down with your fingers while your mouth remains closed.
5. Repeat the smile and pucker. Hold each expression for 5 seconds.
6. Repeat 10 times.

For less lines around the eye area

1. Press your index fingers against the outer corners of your eyebrows.
2. At the same time, place both your middle fingers against the inner corners, making a ‘V’ below
   the eyes.
3. Apply pressure with the fingers and bring your eyebrows down, making a frown.
4. Remove your fingers and squint your eyes.
5. Make your lips as if you are frowning. Hold for 2 seconds, then relax.
6. Repeat the movement 8 times.

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Sources:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamadermatology/article-abstract/2666801?redirect=true
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/10/well/move/facial-exercises-may-make-you-look-3-years-younger.html