Publisher Description

Face Workouts for Beginners (Press Here!) offers age-defying results through a series of easy-to-follow pressure and massage techniques, which can be used as part of your daily skincare regime. Benefits of facial workouts are more than aesthetics; a daily workout can have remarkable results in the way you feel. You'll be encouraged to focus on the feeling of each movement to identify problem areas or muscle tension in the face which can display deep lines, sagging skin, and an overall tired appearance. Through the power of touch and focused breathing, these simple routines will help you feel more energized, de-stress, and maintain a toned and firm facial structure without the use of specialized equipment, whether you want to see a transformation immediately or over time.
The Press Here! series offers contemporary takes on traditional hands-on healing practices for a new generation of practitioners. These introductory guides feature easy-to-access organization, clear instructions, and beautiful illustrations of each technique. Other Press Here! topics include massage, reiki, reflexology, and acupressure.

Author Biography

International make-up artist Nadira V Persaud offers a unique holistic approach to beauty. While building an enviable portfolio of work in TV, advertising, fashion, and beauty, for clients such as Vogue, GQ, Agent Provocateur, and Dolce and Gabana, Nadira has gained recognition for her beauty brand consultancy, as well as being a contributor to top glossy and industry magazines and online platforms. She lives in London, England.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION This chapter introduces the practice and discusses where it began, the basis for the treatments, and the known benefits.CHAPTER ONE: HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR WORKOUTS Explains how to leave inhibitions behind while practicing the workouts. This chapter also includes breath awareness.

Environment and setting-standing, sitting, good light
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Equipment-rich moisturizer or facial oil with note on how to apply (warm into palms of hands, inhale scent, andpress on). For eye workout: eye cream or eye serum strictly around eyes only Focused breathing to relax Inhibitions-contorted facial expressions and being aware of each movement and areas articulated or manipulatedCHAPTER TWO: FULL FACE-WARM UP AND WAKE UP! This chapter has the first sequence of exercises for the entire face with an emphasis on warming up muscles and improving circulation. These sequences include some non-contact exercises to reawaken-an ideal daily morning routine. There is an additional note on the ideal environment to perform these in. 5 deep breaths to get in the zone Roll shoulders back-loosen shoulders, helps posture Neck stretch both sides Full face motion-muscle relaxer and release Full face circulation-jaw muscle releaser, mouth activated Contortion, tongue out-making sounds/vibrations, activate throat/mouth/jaw/neck Sweep eyes-reduce fluid retention Full face releaser-breathe, expand chest and cheeks/mouth to release tension Cheek massage-grasp hands over face, use thenar/mount of Venus to circulate Forehead massage to circulate Nasal pressure point-release tension and fluid retention Inner eye pressure point-release tension and fluid retention Eyebrow-press, hold technique to release tension and reenergize Forehead-press, hold technique to release tension and reenergize Hair/head-pull hair to wake up scalp, release tension, and reenergize Head massage-fingers circulating scalp, can help blood flow and hair growthCHAPTER THREE: JAW, EARS, NECK, AND CHEST MANEUVERS Manipulation and pressure techniques provide an immediate release of muscular tension, therefore, more focused breathing is required with eyes closed. These neck and chest motions increase circulation to reenergize and aid dispersion, that is, move toxins and improve skins texture, including tightening and reducing breakouts. This chapter also highlights common tense and tender areas. Includes jaw conditions such as lock jaw and teeth grinding.
5 deep breaths
Roll shoulders back
Jaw joint-active, hook shape with fingers, press, and hold on joint
Jaw joint-follow as before, then open and close mouth slowly
Jaw joint-under lobes, press and hold to release tension
Jawline-pinch/slow release technique to release tension, fluid, improve quality of skin
Jawline-slow thumb press under jawline, activates neck, releases tension, fluids and transforms jawline overtime by reducing sagging
Jawline-press and hold technique, emphasise the breath, learn how to release tender areas
Chin-knuckling technique in small circular motions from center to release tension
Chin-finger grip, press to release
Neck-one movement, pressure from nape of neck down to collarbone
Neck-one movement, pressure behind ears down neck
Neck-hands to sweep upward
Collarbone detox technique-massage collarbone Ears-tug/pull to release tension, learn how to massage inner ear Ears-scrunch ears to release tension and activate blood flow Ears-pressure points along ear Contortion, neck back-move jaw, intensely training jaw and under neck to tighten Contortion, neck back-as before, slowly moving jaw up and down 4 secs up/4 secs downCHAPTER FOUR: MOUTH IN MOTION This chapter offers efficient techniques, externally and internally, to help prevent symptoms like sagging, down-turned mouth, and trauma lines. The reader will be guided through traditional and unconventional methods to apply pressure in areas unlikely ever activated or manipulated and must be administered no more than once a week. 5 deep breaths Warm up lips-blow through mouth to vibrate Inflated cheeks-hold to activate, targets trauma lines Sucked in cheeks-working progress to achieve full sucked in cheeks evenly Push tongue into cheeks-pressure activates difficult zones (good post-recovery post-trauma) Finger between lips-pierce lips, move finger in and out with mouth muscles Push tongue into lower lip-targets sad resting face and sagging Press edge of lips, relaxed, try to smile by resisting, 5 times Smile, press lip edge, try to pierce lips together, 5 times Biting lips inside-sensation, plump lip effectCHAPTER FIVE: SCULPTED CHEEKS This intense workout guides readers through dynamic, slow, and steady motions to offer optimum results. The reader is instructed to use a rich moisturizer or facial oil. There will be notes on being able to breathe through some discomfort. Warning: must not experience immense pain or shooting pain-must seek medical advice if this occurs.
5 deep breaths
Pressure points at nasal passage-press and hold technique
Pressure under and along cheekbones-warm up cheekbones with fingers, repeat 5 times
Pressure under and along cheekbones-knuckle adding pressure gradually, repeat 5 times
Press and hold under and along cheekbones-hold for 5 seconds and breathe
Press and hold under cheekbones downward-works from nasal passage to ear, hollow of cheek
Press and hold under cheekbones downward as before-mouth opens on each move, hollow of cheek
Full fist/knuckles into cheekbones-guidance on holding breathing and pressure with instructions to stretchmouth open.
Motion thumbs upward from chin to under cheekbone and hold-work along cheekbones
Intense finger press-press and hold 10 seconds, hollow near jaw joint (not recommended post dental treatment)CHAPTER SIX: FIRM FRONTAL The reader is instructed to use facial oil to allow smooth motions and use brows as a guide. This series delivers relief to frontal bossing and can soften frown lines. There are notes on how to practice avoiding frown lines. Includes a reminder about no pressure being applied to temples. Warning: must not experience immense ongoing discomfort or shooting pain. Seek medical advice if head pain occurs.
5 deep breaths
Pitter patter forehead
Massage gently on temples Massage upward-alternating upward sweeps Massage center-one motion, between brows up Press inner brow-small circular motion with pressure Index fingers pray on inner brow-move up slowly to hairline (can be one motion around forehead back to start) Forehead vertical-knuckles glide in upward stroke from inner brow up to hairline, work along to end of brow Forehead horizontal-with knuckles glide along brows from inner to end, move upward to final point at hairline Frown lines-knuckles in between brows only-slow linear upward motion Frown lines-circular motion with knuckle in between brows.CHAPTER SEVEN: OPTIC VERVE This chapter contains the most minimal workout, yet most effective techniques to revive and depuff the orbital area, as well as improved strengthening to help prevent "hooded" eyes. With eyes being the most delicate part of the face, the reader is advised to use a gentle touch with an eye cream or eye serum on very specific areas. There are notes to explain that these workouts must be performed in front of a mirror to ensure contact is made with accuracy.
Pitter patter over closed eyes
Massage over eyelids (closed eyes)-small movements
Orbital massager-thumb and forefinger placed around eyebones, gentle pressure, slow massage
Tap around eyes-motion is gently clockwise, the anti-clockwise as warm up
Inner eye pressure point (see Chapter 1)
Push up, press and hold brows with movement-strengthening brow (note not to frown)
Knuckle under brow-knuckle strokes to pronounce contours
Pull outer eye (one at a time)-index finger circulate outer orbital area (avoid hollows, not for those with extremesagging around eyes)
Pull outer eye (one at a time)-index finger gentle outward sweep (avoid hollows, not for those with extremesagging around eyes)CHAPTER EIGHT: SKIN ILLUMINATION WORKBOOK The reader will experience an uplifting feeling, as well as a noticeable radiant complexion with the "pinch and hold" technique and are advised to use facial oil with a like-able scent and focused breathing as each pinch offers intense release and each hold lasts 5 seconds. There are notes on the accuracy of each zone.
5 deep breaths with cupping over face, inhale. Relaxing technique
One continuous motion-from cupping, glide over cheeks, forehead, nose, cheeks, ears
Neck to chin-massage (both hands alternating) upward 5 times
Collarbone press-closed fingers circulate chest along collarbone (lots of pressure)
Cross hands over chin, sweep along jaw to flush toxins 5 times
Index fingers align nose (thumbs under chin) with pressure sweep along cheeks
Pinch jaw-pinch and hold technique-hold each area along jaw, start at chin-hold 5 secs-toward ear
Tapping eyes-reawaken and improve circulation
Pinch sides of mouth-follow up to nose
Pinch from side of nose-along apples of cheeks to ear
Pinch under cheekbones from nose to ear
Relax-inhale facial oil scent, cupping, then press palms on cheeks circulate
Relax-press palms over brows
Relax-press heal of palms on forehead, circulate
Pitter patter fingers over face
Repeat CHAPTER NINE: TWO-MINUTE GLOW AND LIFT This is a quick routine to revive skin and circulation. They are a fast and effective way to relieve tension, pressure, and headaches and are ideal for a work break.Two-minute Glow and Lift express workout (cross reference techniques from Chapter 3, 5, 7, and 8) Deep breaths into continuous massage routine with facial oil as per Chapter 8 Jawline-pressure with thumbs along jawline Cross hands over chin, sweep along jaw to flush toxins Index fingers align nose (thumbs under chin) with pressure sweep along cheeks Ears-scrunch, screw up ears Pressure under and along cheekbones, once Pinch under cheekbones from nose to ear Knuckle under and along brows Tap around eyes to finishSpeedy De-stress Workout (cross reference Chapters 3, 4, and 6). Aimed to be performed anywhere in a short time without the use of oils. 5 deep breaths Roll shoulder back Grab and pinch shoulder to soothe Temple massage Tapping eyes-wake up and improve circulation Neck-one movement, pressure from nape of neck down to collarbone Neck stretch both sides Inflated cheeks-hold to activate, targets trauma lines Sucked in cheeks-working progress to achieve full sucked in cheeks evenly Frown lines-knuckles in between brows only-small linear upward motion Frown lines-Circular motion with knuckle in between brows.INDEX AND CREDITS

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For anyone looking to look and feel younger, Face Workouts for Beginners (Press Here!) offers a series of exercises to help define and tone the face with natural and effective alternative to invasive surgery Face Workouts for Beginners (Press Here!) offers age-defying results through a series of easy-to-follow pressure and massage techniques, which can be used as part of your daily skincare regime. Benefits of facial workouts are more than aesthetics; a daily workout can have remarkable results in the way you feel. You'll be encouraged to focus on the feeling of each movement to identify problem areas or muscle tension in the face which can display deep lines, sagging skin, and an overall tired appearance. Through the power of touch and focused breathing, these simple routines will help you feel more energized, de-stress, and maintain a toned and firm facial structure without the use of specialized equipment, whether you want to see a transformation immediately or over time. The Press Here! series offers contemporary takes on traditional hands-on healing practices for a new generation of practitioners. These introductory guides feature easy-to-access organization, clear instructions, and beautiful illustrations of each technique. Other Press Here! topics include massage, reiki, reflexology, and acupressure.

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