Cupping facial massage is the secret of beauty and youth of every woman

Why do we need vacuum cups for the face?

Vacuum cups are small pear-shaped vessels used to provide deep massage. Previously used for the back, chest, etc.

Since the containers were quite large and created strong pressure, they were not used on the face, as this could lead to injury to delicate skin and hematomas.

Modern massage cups can have a wide variety of sizes: from 1 cm or more in diameter. This expands their functionality and makes it possible to use them in the facial area.

Products help improve cellular metabolism in the epidermis and deeper layers of the skin:

• provide local blood flow;
• normalize blood circulation and oxygen saturation of cells;
• improve lymphatic drainage;
• get rid of excess fluid and swelling.

Also, massage procedures with cups have a rejuvenating and fat-burning effect.

They contribute to the destruction of fibrous partitions and the release of fat cells, warming and toning muscles, tightening the facial contour, and smoothing out wrinkles.

This is accomplished through negative pressure—vacuum. It is created when air is sucked out of the jar, the skin is drawn inward.

The difference between the pressure on the skin and inside the jar provides the therapeutic effect.

Common Mistakes

A woman will harm her health if she neglects the rules:

1. Frequency sensitivity, incorrect zone distribution. You should not place jars under your eyes, in places where moles or papillomas grow.
2. The lip area, the nasolabial triangle is an area with which you should be careful. The skin in the area is sensitive, bruises and hematomas may appear.
3. Where there are tumors or benign formations, manipulations are not performed. Since blood flow is increased, the procedure may lead to an increase in formation. You shouldn't do it for objective reasons.
4. Use large containers - the degree of exposure is high, the risk of injury is higher.
5. “Containers” cannot be treated with alcohol solutions, boiled, or burned - you will damage the jars, they will become deformed and lose their seal.

Vacuum is good for all skin types, if the skin is dry or oily, it can be done without restrictions.

One of the mistakes is overexposure. For the sake of beauty, a woman is ready to endure pain, but vacuum facial massage does not require this. When a woman is in pain, the procedure should be stopped immediately.

What types of banks are there? (4 options)

Depending on the material used, vacuum jars for the face can be made of glass, rubber, plastic, or silicone.

They have the following features:

1. Silicone ones are easy to use. Widely used in cosmetology centers and at home. Their shape is made in the form of an arc, there is a dense ring at the base. Do not deform, do not break. They are universal, therefore they are used on various areas of the face and neck.
2. Plastic ones are equipped with a special screw. It is he who pumps out the air and regulates the suction force of the skin. Some products are equipped with magnets. These jars combine the effects of magnetic therapy and vacuum therapy.
3. Glass ones are a small vessel in the form of a flask with a rubber pump that draws out air. Very easy to use, but can break if used carelessly. Often such products for cosmetic massage are sold as a set, for example, alpina plast vacuum cosmetic jars set 4 for the face. They all have different sizes, so they can be used on other parts of the body (legs, shoulders, hips). You can buy Alpina Plast vacuum cosmetic jars, set of 4 for the face, on the distributor’s official website on the Internet or in a pharmacy.
4. Rubber ones are cheap. Their material is coarser than the previous ones, thanks to this the intensity of the massage can be increased. It is very easy to regulate the degree of impact on the skin; just reduce or increase the compression of the jar with your fingers. But there are disadvantages: shorter service life, absorption of odors from oils or creams by the material, difficulty in washing.

You can buy vacuum jars for the face made of rubber, plastic, silicone or glass in cosmetic stores, pharmacies or order online.

The benefits of cupping massage

The essence of this method is a deep effect on the skin, which gives the following results:

• improved blood circulation in cells, resulting in a healthy complexion;
• deep cleansing of skin pores;
• narrowing of pores;
• turgor alignment;
• getting rid of puffiness and blueness under the eyes;
• getting rid of bags;
• smoothing age and facial wrinkles;
• tightening the contours of the oval face;
• giving the skin tone and elasticity;
• smoothing scars and scars.

One of the main advantages is the effect on the skin without medications, the activation of natural processes: regeneration, nutrition and respiration of cells. In addition, compared to other procedures, this is relatively inexpensive, especially if you study its nuances and perform it at home.

Did you know?
There are many biological points on our faces that, when exposed, can stimulate the functioning of certain organs. The actions of a professional massage therapist can lower blood pressure, slow down the heartbeat and increase the level of the happiness hormone - endorphin.

Oil selection

Before the procedure, you need to prepare massage oil. This cosmetic product will help the jar glide well over the surface of the epidermis without causing painful or uncomfortable sensations.

Preparing for a massage

Before the massage, you should thoroughly clean the epidermis of dirt and makeup.

Then you should dry your face with a towel and apply oil to the skin instead of the usual moisturizers.

The procedure requires the correct technique, otherwise, instead of reducing wrinkles and increasing the elasticity of the epidermis, inflammatory processes, damage to the vascular network, and hematomas are possible.

Contraindications, disadvantages

Making a decision to carry out a hardware vacuum facial massage, which is done in a salon, requires financial investment. This is an expensive cosmetic procedure. To carry it out at home, you will need to buy a device, the cost of which is unlikely to please you.

Why you shouldn’t do it, main contraindications:

1. There are lesions on the skin: acne, wounds, purulent formations.
2. The face is highly sensitive; after the vacuum, bruises are visible on the skin.
3. There are medical contraindications associated with disruption of the body.

The procedure is not performed when there are metabolic disorders, the vessels are weak, and often burst. If you have diseases of the heart or blood vessels, you should consult a doctor before starting manipulations.

Possible consequences:

• after placing the can, a bruise or hematoma appears on the skin;
• complexion changes with frequent use;
• the skin in the affected area becomes rough and rough.

If you break the rules and don’t moisturize your skin, the result will be the opposite. When a woman does not use cosmetics, it is better to refuse a massage.

“Excessive exposure, incorrect placement will certainly ruin the appearance.”

Question answer

It is better to choose cold-pressed vegetable oils.
They are obtained after crushing and pressing plant crops at low temperatures. As a result, the chemical structure of the oil remains virtually unchanged, and maximum nutrients are retained. To do this, it is better to wash your face with hot water using a special gel, foam, liquid or regular soap. This should be done for 3-5 minutes so that the skin steams well and the pores open.

It should be enough so that the jar glides well over the epidermis.

Static massage

It involves placing a jar on a specific area of ​​the skin for a short period of time. It is more suitable for treating one area of ​​the face, since the effect on all areas takes a very long time.

During the first procedures, it is recommended to apply gentle pressure so that the skin retracts a few mm. This will help him gradually adapt to the action of the vacuum without pain or bruises.

Duration of the procedure: from several seconds to 1 minute. In the future, the pressure should be increased slightly.

How to do it:

1. Apply the jar tightly to the pre-treated area of ​​the face.
2. Squeeze the container (if it is a rubber or silicone vessel) or create a vacuum by squeezing the pump or turning a special screw (if it is a glass or plastic jar).
3. Leave the container for a few seconds.
4. Release the vacuum and carefully, slowly, remove from the skin.

Types of procedure

Massage using jars can be of two types - static and dynamic . The first is used to work on certain problem areas - for example, nasolabial folds or wrinkles on the forehead. In this case, follow this plan:

1. First, squeeze the tip, then apply the cup to the skin of the area you plan to treat.
2. Hold the jar on the problem area.
3. Press the nozzle again and then remove the jar, gently holding the skin with your fingers so that it does not deform.
4. Start exposure with 1-2 seconds, and then gradually increase the duration according to your feelings up to 30 seconds.

The skin should be pulled inward slightly - just a few millimeters.

Dynamic massage can be used to treat any area of ​​the face . You need to move the jar along the skin along the lines that will be discussed below and which were determined by surgeons (link to source).

Dynamic massage

Great for massaging all areas of the face. Involves moving a vacuum attachment over the skin.

By slowly moving the jar along the lines of the face, the procedure ensures an even massage of the entire treated area.

Fighting nasolabial folds

To reduce the severity of nasolabial folds, increase muscle tone and elasticity of the skin, you need to install 2 jars on both sides of the corners of the lips.

Slowly but intensively move the jars along the fold line to the wings of the nose. Then slowly move in the opposite direction. Repeat 7 p.

Treatment of the lower eyelid area

The epidermis in this area is thin and sensitive. Rough and intense massage can cause harm and add wrinkles, so the effect of cupping should be gentle with minimal vacuum pressure.

Only in this case will the procedure help prevent the appearance of crow's feet and increase skin elasticity.

Vacuum attachments should be installed in the corners of the eyes from the upper border of the cheeks and slowly moved towards the nasal bone. Repeat 3 times.

Forehead massage

The skin in this area is mobile, so wrinkles and deep folds appear on it. Massage jars will help slow down this process.

You should install the vacuum nozzle in the area of ​​the bridge of the nose and move it upward. Then take the jar to your temples for 5 rubles. to the right and left.

Treatment of the cheek area

Massaging this area helps tighten the epidermis and reduce the amount of subcutaneous fat deposits. It is carried out in the following sequence:

1. You should place the jar first near the back of the nose, but do not touch the skin of the eyelids.
2. Subsequently, in order to work the entire cheek area, it must be installed near the wings of the nose, then in the area of ​​the nasolabial fold and near the corners of the lips.
3. Each time there is a vacuum container towards the ears.

Chin massage

Massaging the front of the lower jaw helps to even out the facial contour and prevent sagging skin.

The chin should be massaged in a circle, from left to right and vice versa. Repeat 5 times.

Neck massage

The procedure helps reduce fat deposits under the chin and prevent sagging skin.

You should place the jar under the chin and move it in an arched motion to the base of the neck to the right, then to the left. Repeat 7 times.

Treatment of the lip area

Working on this area will help prevent purse-string wrinkles - vertical thin creases above the upper lip.

You need to place the jar in the corner of your lips and slowly move it along the upper contour in the opposite direction. Repeat 5 times. from each side.

Vacuum self-massage of the face on video:

How to do a vacuum facial massage with cups?

In general, it is better to carry out such a massage in a bathhouse, when the face is steamed, and always with oil, so as not to stretch the skin. You can use vacuum cans from Alpina Plast.

In areas such as the forehead, behind the ears (if possible), along the side of the neck (Fig. 1), the cup can be applied without fear - there is no danger of stretching the skin there. In other areas, strictly follow the instructions.

Indications for the procedure and technique

To improve blood supply to the cheeks

a) Move the can in the indicated directions 2-3 times (Fig. 2)

b) The next position is called “Scream” (many people have probably seen this American horror film). Lower your lower jaw as much as possible and open your mouth, while tensing your lips, as if pronouncing the sound O. In this position, move the can in the same directions as in Fig. 2.

And along the massage lines towards the temples, lightly fixing the jar at the outer corner of the eye (2-3 times) (Fig. 3).

To improve the oval

First you need to mentally divide the jaw arch into all halves. And work with each half separately, fixing the skin in the middle. First, move from the middle of the jaw to its corner (Fig. 4), then, on the contrary, from the middle - in the direction of the chin (Fig. 4a). And here you will have a hard time - don’t be surprised if the jaw arch greets you unfriendly - with the crackling sound of “slag” and lumps of entangled muscles and fatty deposits that interfere with free passage (Photo 5).

Try to stretch and overcome all these barriers, trying to ensure that the can slides smoothly along the entire line.

Compare Photo 5 with Photo 5a. Of course, you won’t be able to achieve the same purity of the oval line with cans alone. But you need to have a model to strive for.

Benefit from the session

The procedure is considered effective against signs of aging and wilting of the epidermis.

With its help, you can reduce age-related changes in the skin, swelling, bruises under the eyes and improve the general condition of the skin:

• reduce the manifestations of facial, purse-string, nasolabial and other wrinkles;
• tighten the facial contour, improve muscle tone;
• reduce subcutaneous fat deposits, swelling;
• even out the relief and color of the epidermis;
• speed up regeneration processes;
• normalize the functioning of blood vessels and the amount of sebum secreted.

Cupping also affects muscle tissue. With the correct massage technique, they can cause deep relaxation of the facial muscles, reduce tension in the face and neck, and eliminate muscle spasms. Therefore, they are also used for the prevention of facial neuralgia.

Indications for use

Vacuum massage can be performed from the age of 25. People who have already passed the 50-year mark are recommended to carry out therapy regularly, taking into account the monthly interval between sessions.

The procedure is shown:

• when wrinkles appear;
• in case of formation of pigment spots;
• when the skin has an uneven tone;
• with the formation of circles and swelling under the eyes;
• with an unclear facial contour;
• people with impaired secretion of the sebaceous glands;
• if you have a double chin.

The effect of the massage does not appear immediately after the session, but during the break between procedures - it is at this moment that the skin is restored and acquires a beautiful and healthy color.

Where to buy (price)?

You can buy vacuum jars for the face in St. Petersburg, Moscow, Novosibirsk, Voronezh and other large cities of Russia in specialized cosmetic stores and pharmacies.

In less populated areas, you can order jars online. Their cost depends on the supplier, brand and material of manufacture.

1. For example, you can buy a set of 4 silicone vacuum jars for the face of different sizes for 900 rubles.
2. A set of rubber containers will cost a little less - about 600-800 rubles.
3. Glass and plastic jars are more expensive - from 1100 rubles. per set (4 pcs.). You can also find these containers on sale individually.

Reviews

OLGA, 31 YEARS OLD:

“Once every 2 weeks I sign up for a vacuum cupping massage at a beauty salon.
Now I’m thinking about buying vacuum cups for the face so that I can massage myself. I will definitely buy silicone ones, because they are universal and do not break.

They create optimal skin tension that does not injure, but is sufficient for a rejuvenating effect.”

ANNA, 29 YEARS OLD:

“Feedback from the use of vacuum cups for the face is mostly positive.
I decided to buy one for myself to reduce expression lines. I bought regular rubber jars. They cost me 580 rubles.

I've been using it for 2 weeks now. I noticed that the crow’s feet under my eyes became less noticeable.”

ELENA, 35 YEARS OLD:

“Buying vacuum facial massage jars turned out to be not so easy.
It is difficult to find them in pharmacies; they sell ordinary medical jars that are used for medicinal purposes. I had to order online. I bought Alpina Plast vacuum cosmetic jars for the face (set of 4 containers).

They come in different sizes, so I use them not only on my face. After about 3 weeks, I noticed that my skin became more toned and elastic. I plan to continue using it."

What is the essence of cupping massage?

Facial skin is very sensitive not only to external influences, it instantly reacts to any disruption of physiological processes occurring in the body. Since with age, almost all organs and systems lose their previous abilities, and metabolism and blood circulation occur more slowly, all these dysfunctions, like in a mirror, are reflected on the face. Over the years, hormonal levels also change, which also does not go unnoticed for the dermis.

The uniqueness of vacuum massage with cups lies in the fact that due to the special technique of this procedure, it is possible to “shake up” all systems at the same time. The body responds to such a stressful situation by activating blood flow, normalizing oxygen supply to tissues, improving regeneration at the cellular level, and increasing lymph flow. Restarting these processes has a beneficial effect on the skin of the face, so the external indicators of the dermis improve.