Aging is a fact of life and your face is likely to show some of the earliest signs. However, just like any other part of your body, exercise can keep your facial skin firmer for longer. According to the Chinese Holistic Health Exercises website, doing regular facial exercises relaxes the muscles and improves blood flow, which delivers vital nutrients to the area. It is important to do these exercises in conjunction with a healthy diet and a good sun and skin-care routine. If you have any head or neck problems, seek medical advice before doing facial exercises.
Step 1
Plump up your cheeks. As you age, your cheeks tend to sag and hollow out, but this exercise can help to keep them full and firm. The Today's Woman website says to pucker up your lips as if you are about to kiss someone and push them forward as much as possible. Hold this position for a few seconds then quickly change to a wide smile, exaggerating the expression as much as you can. Hold this position for a few seconds then repeat both movements 10 times.
Step 2
Firm your neck. This exercise can help to tone up a sagging neck, or maintain a firm neck as long as possible. According to Carolyn's Facial Fitness website, start by cupping your chin in the web of your hand between your thumb and index finger. Keep the fingers straight and your palm facing inward. Raise your chin slightly up toward the ceiling to stretch your neck, then slide your palm down your neck, applying light pressure as you go. Hold your hand at your collarbone for about 10 seconds and repeat the exercise five times.
Step 3
Stretch your chin and throat. The Chinese Holistic Health Exercises website suggests standing or sitting up straight with your shoulders back and down and your arms relaxed by your sides. You should be looking directly ahead. Place your lower lip over your upper lip and breathe in through your nose as you gently tilt you head back so you're looking at the ceiling. Hold for several seconds then breathe out through your nose as you slowly return to the start position. Start with four repetitions and build up to 10.
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