Facial Massage: The Surprisingly Powerful-and Free-Anti-Aging Secret, According to Top French Doctors
Montpellier, France – Forget expensive creams and cutting-edge treatments. leading French doctors are championing a remarkably simple, cost-free method for combating wrinkles: regular facial self-massage.
Cosmetic surgeon Doctor Lange of Montpellier emphasizes facial self-massage as a “pillar” and “essential basis” for any anti-aging routine, stating it’s crucial for supporting skin quality before considering more advanced procedures. He cautions that no topical treatment can compensate for an unhealthy lifestyle,declaring,”Make a mask before going out and then smoke,drink or eat fast food,it makes no sense.” He prioritizes dietary choices rich in antioxidants, believing they help “slow down the biological clock” and maintain a healthy skin foundation.
According to Dr. Lange, self-massage stimulates microcirculation, improving tissue oxygenation and promoting a vibrant complexion, ultimately leading to better skin aging. “Well-irrigated skin means skin that ages better,” he summarizes.
Dermatologist Dr.Jourdan offers an accessible method, recommending smoothing the skin outwards from the center of the face and gently tapping around the eyes to reactivate blood circulation.
While acknowledging the popularity of tools like gua sha stones (jade or quartz), Dr. Lange remains skeptical, noting, “There is a lot of business around these tools, but little scientific proof.” He stresses that consistency-even just a few minutes daily-is the key to relaxing facial features, stimulating the skin, and minimizing wrinkles, viewing other treatments as supplemental.
