There are 10 muscle groups in your face and scalp, all of which are interconnected under your skin. As you age, your muscles may become loose and your skin saggy, resulting in a wobbly jawline. Having a firm, prominent jawline involves doing facial exercises for the chin and the neck to tighten and tone these muscles.
Chin and Neck
This exercise works both your chin and the front of your neck to help tighten and tone your jawline. Begin by splashing water on your face or applying a moisturizer to the skin on your chin and around your mouth to avoid it pulling. Stick out your lower lip to wrinkle the skin on your chin. You should be able to place your finger on your chin and feel that it is contracted. Hold this contraction for 1 to 2 seconds, then lower your chin toward your chest. You should feel the muscles at the front of your neck contracting throughout the movement. Hold your head in this position for another 2 seconds. Perform two sets of 10 repetitions.
Platysma
The platysma muscle is located at the front of the neck. As you age, skin and muscle toning from this area can become poor. Performing this exercise helps tone the platysma for a smooth jawline. Sit or stand up straight with your head tilted back toward the ceiling. With your head tilted back, press your tongue into the roof of your mouth. This movement will tighten the muscles at the front of your neck. Keep your tongue pressed into the roof of your mouth and bring your chin down toward your chest. You should feel your chin and platysma muscles contracting throughout the exercise.
Double Chin
A double chin is usually a result of excess fat depositing itself in the chin region. This results in excess skin and a flabby jawline. To tighten up this skin and get a strong jaw, you should perform facial exercises to help eliminate a double chin. Sit straight upright with your head tilted up to the ceiling. Close your lips, but keep them relaxed, not pursed. Keeping your lips closed, open your jaw so your mouth forms an "O" shape. Hold this position for 20 seconds, then relax and return to the starting position.
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