Facial treatments have been made famous by film stars whom most of us religiously follow. Its use began in the US gradually spread across the world for the need of looking younger. These facial treatments such as the use of Botox and surgery are too drastic as far as the sensitivity of human body is concerned. The increase in the popularity of facial yoga in India and elsewhere has brought about a dislike for artificial methods of anti-aging treatments.
Botulinium toxin a.k.a. Botox is a chemical that’s injected in the skin in order to mend the sag and wrinkles appearing due to age. Chemicals injected in the body externally usually produce side effects. Thus, alternative method as the facial yoga, for a younger looking facial skin, is now used, which is absolutely free of any undesired or harmless results.
Using Botox as an anti-aging facial treatment causes unhealthy results; for example, allergic reactions to the skin, dysphagia, paralysis, dropping of eyelids, muscle spasms, weakness in muscles of mastication of jaw, and flu like symptoms.
On the other hand, facial treatments, which include facial exercises, are refreshingly beneficial to the skin and the mind. The key benefit is toning and plumping of the facial muscles to lift and tighten the skin. Just as other muscles in the body need exercise, facial muscles too need relaxation. Doing facial exercises keeps your skin smooth and wrinkle free, but doing yoga has unique benefits.
Yoga which consists of regulated breathing in order to slow the heart rate, release tension, stimulate hormones and provide an oxygen boost to the skin.
Meanwhile, repetitions of facial poses (blowing exaggerated kisses) and the lion (a fierce-looking grimace complete with rolling eyes and extended tongue – this is clearly not an exercise regime for the inhibited) build muscles that will firm up and sculpt the contours of the face. Stretching tightens tired faces. Facial treatments such as facial massages are easy to carry out and completely harmless.
Also Read:
- Facial Exercises and Face Toning Exercises Without Botox
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- Wrist Exercises, Yoga for Wrists
by on 10. Apr, 2010 in Yoga
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