Benefits of lymphatic facial massage, especially during the winter months
I don’t know about you, but my skin gets super dry and puffy in the winter months! An easy way to help with both of these issues is to do regular lymphatic facial massage on myself. The noncomedogenic facial oil I use for glide works wonders toward increasing my hydration levels in my skin, and the massage movements themselves get my circulation going and decreases fluid retention.
Winter air is a super offense to skin’s hydration levels! Lymphatic massage actually helps to stimulate lymphatic drainage, promoting circulation and helping to deliver nutrients and moisture to skin cells for optimal function. Our skin can also be exposed to more environmental toxins and pollutants in the winter. Lymphatic massage can aid in detoxification by encouraging waste and toxins to leave through the lymphatic system, this will result in clearer, healthier looking skin. Reduce puffiness with lymphatic massage by encouraging excess fluid to “move on”, it can also reduce inflammation in the skin which can be more of an issue due to cold temperatures and indoor heating. The encouraged increase in circulation from lymphatic massage really brings a healthy, radiant glow to the skin, fixing the lackluster appearance we can all struggle with through the winter months!
Doing regular lymphatic massage during the winter months does more than help with the appearance of our skin though, it can also help tremendously with our body’s immune function as a whole. By stimulating lymphatic flow through massage, you can help support your body’s natural defense mechanisms, helping to ward off winter illnesses and keeping your immune system strong. Really, why wouldn’t we take the few extra minutes a few times a week to help our skin to combat dryness, support our immune function, detoxify the skin, reduce puffiness, and promote a radiant winter complexion. Who says we have to have dry, dull skin in the winter? Just remember, when performing a lymphatic massage a light pressure is a must! More movements, light touch. Below is a guide to lymphatic facial massage, if following a video is easier for you, there a lot of options on youtube, or try clicking the link below.
