Yukuko Tanaka is a name known to millions of women around the world. Tanaka is a Japanese woman who taught women to rejuvenate through facial massage. The great beautician and stylist Yukuko has developed a Japanese anti-aging massage technique called Zogan. In her 60s, the stylist looked at most 40. For Russian ladies, this massage is also known as the Asahi massage.

History of occurrence

Yukuko Tanaka received massage skills from her grandmother. But to perfection, by studying the relationship between skin and muscles, lymphatic glands and bones, it was brought by the beautician herself. In 2007, Tanaka also became a writer who gave women a book called Facial Massage. The book is a real panacea for ladies in the fight against wrinkles and other problems of facial contours.

The essence of Japanese massage is the effect on the skin, muscles and bones of the skull through the zones where the lymph nodes are located. The result is the outflow of lymph from the face, due to which toxins are removed, muscles are strengthened. This helps to reduce wrinkles, improve skin color, and gain clear contours of the face oval.

In addition, the problem of most ladies is solved - a double chin. And those suffering from swelling of the face will forget about the signs of facial aging.

Asahi massage is performed using a small force effect. But this does not mean that a lot of effort should be applied to its implementation. You just need to apply a little pressure on your face. Especially carefully it should be carried out in the area of ​​​​the location of the lymph nodes. During the massage, a woman should not feel pain. Such unpleasant sensations are a signal that the massage technique is carried out with violations.

Tsogan is not the only type of skin treatment that has been invented in Japan. Many women are also interested in Shiatsu facial massage and Kobido massage, which also have a beneficial effect on the condition of the face.

Contraindications

Like all types of massage Zogan (Tsogan) has contraindications:

1. Diseases of the lymphatic system.
2. Diseases of the ENT organs.
3. Couperose.
4. Colds.
5. Eruptions on the skin of the face.

It is also important to know that when performing such a massage, there is a high probability of losing weight on the face. Girls whose face is already thin, sunken cheeks need to take the procedure with all responsibility and care. For them, it is better to massage only the upper part of the face.

If for some reason you do not dare to try this type of massage, then you can pay attention to other equally effective types, for example, facial massage with snails, facial cryomassage and others. In addition, gymnastics for the rejuvenation of the face and neck extremely favorably affects the skin tone.

Indications

Indications for Asahi massage are:

1. Prevention of wrinkles.
2. Maintaining skin tone.
3. The appearance of a second chin.
4. The appearance of edema on the face.
5. Excess subcutaneous fat.

When performing a Zogan massage, it is important not to forget about age:

• For 20-year-old girls, the basis of the procedure is neutral techniques. Their goal is to maintain the beauty and youth of the skin of the face.
• For 30-year-old women, this massage will help get rid of dark circles and bags under the eyes.
• 40-year-old women should focus on getting rid of facial wrinkles, wrinkles of the nasolabial fold. Pay attention to the lower part of the face, chin, cheeks.
• 50-year-old and 60-year-old ladies should focus on lifting the cheeks and chin muscles.

Basic principles

Before starting the Japanese massage, Yukuko Tanaka calls for facial cleansing without fail. If makeup is applied to the face, it should be washed off. Then you can use a light scrub, bought in a store, or made on your own, for example, cleansing procedures using activated charcoal or aspirin are very effective. Blot your face with a napkin or towel. And the most important touch is oil or cream. On the face, be sure to apply either a fat cream or almond (linseed, apricot) oil. By the way, in addition to helping in massage, almond oil itself has rejuvenating properties. Hands should easily slide over the skin. Before proceeding directly to the Zogan massage, the skin of the face must be prepared with rubbing, arbitrary movements.

The main principle of Asahi massage is the effect on the lymph nodes. Therefore, it is extremely important to know their location: parotid, behind the ear, occipital, mandibular, sublingual and sublingual, anterior cervical.

When performing a massage, the following points should be considered:

1. Strict movement in a certain direction, depending on the specific exercise.
2. Perform a forehead massage with three fingers - index, middle and ring fingers. One finger is needed to massage around the eyes. Cheeks are massaged with the palm of your hand or with the help of your thumbs.
3. Finger movements should be intense. But don't hurt. Pain is a sign of improper procedure.
4. At the time of massaging the zones of the lymphatic system, the pressure on the skin must be slightly reduced.
5. Massage is important to carry out while maintaining an even posture. This can be done standing or sitting. If there is no way to sit or stand, then you should lie down on a flat surface. Although in this position, performing a massage is difficult.
6. Each massage exercise should end with a mandatory final movement.

The final movement is the beginning and end of each specific exercise. It is necessary with the pads or the entire length of the ring, middle and index fingers of both hands to slightly press on the parotid lymph nodes. You need to press for 2 seconds. In the same rhythm, lower the fingers along the lateral line of the contour of the face down to the neck and to the collarbone. These actions stimulate lymph flow from the tissues of the face.

The procedure time should be at least 7 minutes, maximum 20 minutes. The massage technique is suitable for daily use. Massage is recommended daily.

Massage technique

Basic movement

Each massage movement should end with a basic one. In order to do it, it is necessary to hold the fingertips down on both sides of the cheeks, starting to move near the ears and smoothly lower first to the neck, and then to the collarbone. This movement must be repeated three times.

Technique for removing puffiness under the eyes

With the pads of the middle fingers of both hands, smoothly slide from the outer corners of the eyes to the inner ones. Pause on the bridge of your nose for 2 seconds. Continue further in a circular motion just below the brow line. At the outer corners of the eyes, pause for 3 seconds. Slightly loosening the pressure, return to the inner corners along the lower eyelid. Then, increasing the pressure a little, return to the outer corners of the eyes. Slightly press on the temporal lobes. The final touch - the final move!

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forehead smoothing technique

Attach three working fingers with pads to the middle of the forehead for 3 seconds. Without reducing the force of pressure with zigzag movements, gently draw them to the temples. Make a 90 degree turn of the palms and finish with the final movement.

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You can read how to remove brow wrinkles in other ways.

Lip lifting technique

With two fingers - ring and middle, lightly press on the middle of the chin. Gently move your fingers up, making a circle around the lips. Having reached the middle of the upper lip, stop for 4 seconds.

Technique for smoothing nasolabial folds

Put the middle fingers of two hands on both sides of the wings of the nose. Make 5 circular movements up and down, up and down. Then with two fingers - middle and ring - to make movements to the cheekbones. The final touch is the final move.

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There are other ways to remove nasolabial facial wrinkles, you can read about it.

Technique for preventing sagging cheeks

Press three working fingers in the middle of the chin. Bending around the lips, make movements to the outer corners of the eyes. Pause for 3 seconds, then gently move your fingers to the temples. Final movement.

Technique for improving the tone of the cheeks and lower face

Massage movements are performed first on one part of the face, then on the other. With the middle of the palm of the left hand, rest against the jaw on the left. At this time, move your right palm from the corner of the lower jaw to the inner corner of the eye. Pause 3 seconds. Then move to the temple along the lower eyelid. Get down. Final movement. The procedure is repeated for each half of the face 3 times.

Put your elbows and palms together. Open your palms and place them on your lips. Pressing, lift to the nostrils, cover the cheeks. Pause 3 seconds. Then spread your palms to the temporal areas. Final movement.

double chin removal technique

With one palm touch the middle part of the chin. Pressing to move to the tragus of the ear. Final movement.

A-zone smoothing technique

Place your thumbs under your chin. The rest of the fingers touch the side walls of the nose. Stretch the skin with force. Pause 3 seconds. Final movement.

If all movements were carried out correctly, a beautiful, young face without wrinkles will be proof of this, because it is not for nothing that this procedure is often called "facial massage minus 10 years."
Otherwise, if after the procedure, the skin sagged, this is a sign that the technique was not applied correctly. Namely, without the right amount of oil or cream. Also, if the movement of the hands does not occur through the lymph nodes, stretching of the skin, sagging of the cheeks is possible. It is important to strictly follow the technique of the procedure.

Asahi facial massage tutorial video with Russian subtitles

Asahi massage video from Alena Sobol

The beautiful half of humanity has always wanted to preserve its beauty for as long as possible. Various procedures help her in this, one of them is Japanese facial massage. Asahi massage for the face is considered an effective procedure, it has a large number of advantages compared to newfangled rejuvenation techniques.

Indications for the procedure

Massage of this type is used by women not only to preserve youth. The procedure is carried out in the presence of the following problems:

• if in the morning there is a strong puffiness of the face;
• with gray skin tones;
• the presence or appearance of various kinds of age-related problems (wrinkles, sagging skin).

A woman, thanks to a properly performed Japanese massage, even manages to get rid of her second chin, which is not always possible when taking drugs or using various therapeutic measures.

In addition, assahi is carried out not only in case of problems, but also in order to prevent them. Preventive measures can delay the aging of the skin.

Massage techniques are recommended to be used before the appearance of visible age-related changes. It is advisable to start such procedures after 30 years, since after 40 all skin problems become noticeable. They are more difficult to correct due to reduced skin elasticity.

Contraindications to the procedure

Like any other anti-aging procedure, the Japanese facial massage technique has its own prohibitions. It is strictly forbidden to perform massage:

• if there is a pathology of the lymph system;
• in the presence of ailments of the organs of hearing, smell;
• in the presence of chronic fatigue syndrome;
• rosacea.

It is forbidden to use this technique for owners of thin and very sensitive skin, as the effects during the procedure are strong, which can damage the surface of the face.

Strict contraindications are formations on the face of a malignant nature. Due to the fact that blood circulation increases during the procedure, the risk of complications increases.

Acute respiratory diseases are considered no less serious prohibitions on the massage procedure. Any rashes should definitely be taken into account, since severe rashes increase the risk of damage to the cover.

Such an effect on the facial area should be taken with all seriousness, like any other therapeutic procedure. It is better to check with the beautician in advance whether this rejuvenation technique is allowed.

Rules and preparation

For the procedure to be successful, it is recommended to follow a number of rules. For example, before the massage begins, you should wash off your makeup, remove all sweat or sebaceous glands. Any contamination threatens to introduce infection under the skin. It is important to perform procedures in high spirits, as negative emotions have an impact on the effectiveness of the technique.

You need to use anti-aging techniques regularly.

In order not to harm the skin and not get injured, you need to apply a cream or special milk to the surface of the face during the session. For different types of faces, funds are selected individually. If you do not want to use milk or cream of unnatural composition, you can cook your own. Oatmeal milk, which is prepared at home quickly enough, received a lot of positive feedback.

Experts recommend performing manipulations on the face in a sitting position. It is advisable to relax as much as possible, straighten your back, but do not lean your back on the back of a chair or chair. It is not forbidden to lie down at the time of performing massage actions.

A large number of types and methods of Japanese influence are known. Their work is based on the observance of simple rules, then the Japanese method of rejuvenation will not only be pleasant, but also beneficial for the body.

If there is a desire to perform a massage yourself, you will need to study the face map in order to know in which places you should make less or more effort. For example, it is recommended to massage the places where the lymph nodes are located softer, without pressing, as the lymph flow can be disturbed.

Basically, 15 minutes a day is enough to see a visible result. It is not necessary to increase the time, since the impacts are designed for certain efforts and a period of time. Therefore, "stretching" the procedure will not contribute to rejuvenation.

Varieties of techniques

Yukuko Tanaka became the founder of this rejuvenation technique. The essence of assahi is to correctly press on the points and nodes of the lymph for its proper distribution. Pressure is applied not only to points, but also to muscle and bone tissue. The Japanese believe that in order to preserve beauty, it is necessary to influence all layers of the face.

Japanese massage is divided into 3 main varieties:

• zogan or asaha;
• shiatsu;
• kobido.

Zogan is considered more of a gymnastics for the face. It can be used as an anti-aging treatment. The asaha technique is different in that its main task is to influence the lymph flow. It is asahu that is considered an alternative method of surgical intervention.

Assaha and Zogan are subdivided into two more types. Allocate lymphatic and deep type of impact. Deep view is similar in its principles to the action of manual therapy. Lymphatic massage allows you to cleanse the skin of absorbed toxins and excess fluid.

Shiatsu restores energy balance. All manipulations with the skin are carried out smoothly, without losing strength. The pads of the fingers treat the skin with rhythmic movements with sufficient pressure.

The kobido system is the easiest to use. You can do it yourself by studying a small amount of information. The essence of the procedure is to act not only on the nodes or muscles. The effect is on the areas highlighted by acupuncture.

It is necessary to select the technique in accordance with the age category of the woman. Each of the techniques is designed for a certain effect. Therefore, it is recommended that you first check with the massage therapist which technique is best suited.

Execution technique

Tsogan is divided into 11 steps and is complemented by the final step, which is present after each movement.

• You should definitely start from the forehead area. From the middle of the forehead, you need to gradually move along the sides towards the neck. Movements should be smooth. The back of the hand should be held to the cartilage of the ear. So finish almost every movement;
• The eyes are massaged with two movements from the outer corner to the inner;
• After the eyes, you need to smoothly move to the chin, press the cavity, linger for a short time, then move your fingers with a little effort so that the hands meet in the hollow above the lip, then abruptly return to their original position;
• From the wings of the nose you need to move towards the ears. In this case, you will need to apply a little more force;
• With effort, it is necessary to massage the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe corners of the mouth, then gradually move along the upper jaw to the eyes and back to the neck;
• The area of ​​the masticatory muscle is massaged. In this case, you need to fix the cheek with the palm of your hand, and carefully move the other hand towards the eyes;
• To massage the A-zone, you need to press on the nostrils with three fingers, then move towards the ears;

• Pressing with your palms, you need to move from the chin towards the cartilage of the ears;
• At the base of the chin, palms should be folded so that the fingers “look” towards the temples. Gradually press with force and at the same time move towards the cartilage;
• The second chin is massaged more difficult. You will need to fold your palms on your face so that the index fingers touch the nose, the thumbs are laid aside to the neck. With your thumbs, you need to massage the chin;
• The final exercise should be the effect on the forehead. It is necessary to move along it in zigzag movements, then move from the forehead to the ears.

Do it yourself

It is allowed to perform Japanese asahi facial massage on your own. It is recommended that you first study the technique with a doctor in order to understand the principle of action. Facial massage at home does not differ from the salon effect described above. Therefore, by repeating all 11 steps alternately and daily, you can achieve incredible results.

Important! If you make mistakes during self-massage, you can get serious problems, which are then extremely difficult to get rid of.

Beneficial features

Women who have tried this rejuvenation technique noted noticeable improvements in complexion. In addition, lymph function improves, which is an important aspect of maintaining beauty. The oval of the face is tightened, the skin becomes smoother, tender, elasticity returns. Wrinkles gradually begin to smooth out. During the session, the woman relaxes, and the state of the psycho-emotional background is considered a very important part of any event. Relaxation during the session allows you to increase the effectiveness of the procedure.

Blackheads disappear, acne and pimples disappear. Many people manage to get rid of even age spots.

Blood microcirculation increases, allowing oxygenation of the skin, which is very important, especially for women living in megacities, where the state of the environment is at a poor level.

In addition, scientists have proven that massage significantly improves mood. This is due to the release of happy hormones.

Even after 45 years, a woman will look young and fresh thanks to such a system. Just look at how Japanese women look.

Possible consequences

There are a number of possible negative consequences that appear when the rules of execution are not followed. Women who are owners of a very thin face are at risk of aggravating thinness. Due to an incorrectly performed procedure, the face seems even thinner.

If, after several sessions of rejuvenation, wrinkles increase in number, this indicates that the procedure was performed incorrectly. It is possible that not enough moisturizer was used when massaging. The fingers must glide smoothly over the surface of the cover, otherwise folds form, which subsequently become deep wrinkles. To get rid of such a negative effect, it is recommended to perform daily gymnastic exercises for the face.

If swelling of the face appears after asaha has been performed, you need to pay attention to the fact that sessions are best scheduled in the morning.

Opinions about the procedure

Most women consider this method of rejuvenation the most effective. Despite the presence of contraindications and features, the technique has enough fans. Even doctors believe that this way of preserving beauty and youth is effective in relation to various skin types. Already after the second session, more than half of the women who tried this technique noted that there were noticeable changes. However, you should not get carried away either, as in any business, it is important to follow certain rules that will help you achieve results. You should not expect a rejuvenating effect in the first session, since the cover was subjected to primary exposure. In this anti-aging method, there are a lot of advantages.

This procedure allows you to look 10 years younger. But only if you follow all the recommendations, correctly perform the self-massage technique, and carry out the procedure regularly throughout the year, and not once. Before you go for a session, it is better to ask your doctor about possible contraindications in order to avoid unpleasant manifestations.

Oriental girls are famous for their beautiful skin and simply amazing art of preserving youth. In many ways, this is helped by lymphatic drainage Japanese facial massage combido and Yukuko Tanaka.

Description of Tanako massage

This technique is the most famous in the world. Many girls have already experienced its effect and effectiveness. This lifting massage was invented by Yukuko Tanaki and is mainly aimed at eliminating swelling from the face and preserving youth. With it, you can get rid of old wrinkles and prevent the appearance of new ones. Benefits of Tanaka massage:

1. The resumption of normal blood flow, due to which the complexion improves, the skin is cleansed, toxins are removed;
2. Elimination of fat folds on the cheeks, in the nasolabial fold and on the chin;
3. Oval lift;
4. Increasing vital energy by massaging active points.

To do self-massage Yukuko Tanaka, you need to completely cleanse the skin of cosmetics, the use of natural essential oils is allowed. There are several techniques, each designed to solve certain problems and the level of training of the massage therapist, we will consider the simplest one.

The first active point is located right in the center of the forehead. Place the index and middle fingers of both hands on it and start spreading them in different directions. Repeat circular movements 6-10 times.

The next step is massaging the bridge of the nose. The Japanese believe that this point of the face is responsible for the removal of toxins. You need to place your fingers on this area and alternately move them up and down. That is, when one hand moves down, the other must go up. Repeat 4-5 times.

The following movements help to lift the chin: fingers from the center of this zone move up to the temples. In this case, you need to try to raise the corners of the lips. The Japanese believe that the most active points of rejuvenation are focused here. Make 10 passes.

Photo - Movements in massage

The cheeks are the most important part of the face, they are the first to recover and change the oval. To bring them back to normal, from the corners of the mouth with two fingers, move the skin to the temples. Try to press as actively as possible, but at the same time allow a little pressure near the ears and at the temples. It takes half a minute.

After this movement should smoothly turn into a massage of apples on the cheeks. This is the area that rises when you smile. You need to put two fingers on the corners of the mouth, and in double circles lead them to the temples. Repeat for a minute.

Photo - 1-6 exercises

Any face lifting massage involves caring for the delicate skin around the eyes. You need to place your fingers at the base of the eyebrows, and, as it were, outline the eye sockets along the contour with them. Press with moderate force, but with palpable pressure. This is just a great way to get rid of dark circles and bags under the eyes in the morning. Repeat the movement 10 times. Next, smoothly move to the bottom of the eyes, where bags form, and very gently and slowly run your fingers over them. Repeat 10 more times.

Japanese lymphatic zogan facial massage or asahi technique helps you look 5 or even 10 years younger without any surgery or injections. The main thing is the regularity and strict adherence to the instructions.
Video: massage Tanaka Yukoko

Video: asahi massage

Japanese anmoy is a traditional acupressure used to renew vitality. It was from him that the combido technique went. This is an excellent energy rejuvenating massage that is easy to perform at home. There are four whales that you need to adhere to for its proper implementation:

1. Unpacking the face;
2. cleaning;
3. Moisturizing;
4. Massage.

It is advisable to do this Japanese massage in the morning, when you need to recharge your batteries for the whole day and bring your face into a “marketable” look.

Photo - Combido

Steaming means putting a hot spa towel on your face. You can get by with a simple steam bath, but then you will not be able to experience the beauty of relaxation from such a technique. At the same time, it is necessary to steam not only the skin of the face, but also the neck, and sometimes even the décolleté. Be careful, if there are any contraindications, it is better to skip this step.

After you need to clean the face of fat and dirt, which came out of the pores after steaming. The Japanese do not recommend the use of artificial cleaners for this, it is better to limit yourself to simple salt water or a decoction of herbs (chamomile, sage, coltsfoot or green tea).

Like any self-massage, combido requires serious skin hydration. But you can use professional formulations in it. Advice: try to choose the most natural or do-it-yourself composition.

Now that the face is completely ready for exposure, you can begin the massage. To do it, read the instructions in the pictures, which show acupuncture points, or tsubo. In this technique, for rejuvenation, no other movements are needed, except for alternate pressing. Pressure should be applied to the marked areas, but there should be no pain. For greater convenience, you can buy a special germanium massager, it will help you to accurately hit certain points and activate them.

Photo - Movements in Japanese massage

The combido technique has received worldwide recognition not only because it is an incredibly effective massage for a thin face, but also a way to heal internal organs. It is recommended to do it every day or at least several times a week.

siako technique

Modern everyday life is full of stress, lack of sleep, unhealthy diet and other "charms" of our time. Plastifying siako massage helps to solve many skin and health problems that arise due to these factors:

1. Returns youth and vitality;
2. Uplifts mood;
3. Relaxes muscles, thanks to which it helps you fully recover after a hard day's work;
4. Deeply affects the skin, providing its saturation with useful substances, improving blood circulation and relieving swelling.

Photo - Instructions for massage

Many beautician reviews say that this Japanese facial massage provides better rejuvenation and relaxation than shiatsu or even zogan. It is recommended for reduced elasticity and the formation of deep nasolabial folds. Basically, it is done only in salons, because at home there is a very high probability of touching the lymph nodes. This massage is highly praised by Alena Sobol.

Naturally, doing a facial massage on your own is much cheaper than going to professional salons. Apart from the cost of cosmetics, self-massage is free. But on the other hand, it is much more pleasant to just lie down, relax and look younger.

At the same time, it must be remembered that each rejuvenation technique has its own contraindications. Although Japanese massage can help you look better and more rested, it should not be done in such cases:

1. Diseases of the nasopharynx, especially runny nose, sinusitis;
2. Ear diseases, both acute and chronic;
3. It is recommended to avoid such a technique during poor health and before menstruation;
4. With inflammation of the lymphatic catch (both on the body and on the face);
5. Acute or chronic diseases of the epidermis on the face. This is especially true for fungal diseases (lichen).

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Content

Japanese massage is very popular among women of any age, which, due to its amazing ability to stimulate blood circulation, can restore female youth and beauty. Japanese masters have been developing and improving methods of rejuvenation and healing of the human body for many years, and such procedures can be carried out not only in salons, but also at home. The main thing is to do everything right so as not to harm your health.

Japanese massage technique

Why do Japanese women of any age look young? The point here is not plastic surgery on the face or body and not the use of any miraculous creams, although Japanese cosmetics are also very effective. A special worldview helps Eastern women to keep their youth, for which body and face care is an obligatory ritual that is carried out regularly. If you use the Japanese massage technique with the same frequency with which you brush your teeth in the morning, then the desired result from the procedures will not be long in coming.

Benefits for the body

The purpose of the massage technique popular in Japan is to provide a rejuvenating effect by stimulating the natural processes of the body. Thanks to this effect, the features become harmonious, blood circulation improves, the face is smoothed and becomes toned, the skin acquires a blooming healthy look. Existing oriental techniques help strengthen the muscles of the face, prevent flabbiness, wrinkles and other age-related changes.

Reviews prove that the massage procedure not only makes the skin toned and gives it a healthy color, but also improves the overall appearance and well-being of a person. In addition, techniques popular in Japan contribute to the enrichment of the skin with microelements, oxygen, improve regeneration and nutrition. When you experience the Japanese massage technique, you will eliminate swelling, signs of stress, and regular massage will help you stay always young and well-groomed, regardless of age.

Types of techniques for the body

Various massage techniques have been practiced in Eastern medicine for a long time, and over the years they have been improved, based on extensive knowledge of human physiology and anatomy. The most popular are Amma massage, which helps to activate the circulation of human energy, and Shiatsu, a finger pressure treatment used instead of acupuncture.

Amma

This Japanese technique is unique, it does not require the use of massage oils during the session and the presence of a special table. To carry out Amma massage, you do not need to lie down or undress - the master of oriental massage acts on parts of the body with yang energy (back side), and pillows protect the vulnerable area with yin energy at this time. With the help of touch, the specialist determines the level of your physical and mental state, identifies areas of the body that are subject to negative changes.

In working with energy flows, the master has an impact on some points of the meridians, where the movement of energy is blocked for some reason, while he removes the blockage and allows the energy to move freely through the channels. Meridian massage is the best way to activate the circulation of energy, in just 20 minutes you will be full of vitality, but at the same time you will feel complete relaxation.

All the methods of the Amma technique are directed from the heart. While working in places of acupressure points, stroking, stretching, kneading, wiggles are used. Massaging is carried out with fingers, palms, elbows and even knees to enhance the impact. Amma is an effective method for the treatment of pain in the lumbar region, with displacement of discs, headaches, hypertension, and various kinds of injuries. Japanese technique also acts as an anti-stress procedure, because it helps to relieve both nervous and muscle tension.

Shiatsu

Finger pressure therapy has long been successfully used in place of acupuncture. Shiatsu acts on biologically active points, which the master often chooses intuitively. They are pressed with the base of the palm and fingers. In the area of ​​the shoulder blades, chest, carotid artery and temporal region, pressing is done with three fingers and the base of the palm, the back and limbs are massaged with the thumbs. The pressure is applied gently, without rubbing and tissue displacement, while the working finger is perpendicular to the treated area.

There are several Shiatsu techniques: soft and longer pressure - for 5-10 seconds on one point, without taking your fingers away (repeated 2-3 times), as well as light pressure without jerking on a point for 3-5 seconds. Many elements of the technique are easy to learn, after which they can be performed at home. The duration of the general Shiatsu session is 60 minutes, the private session is about 5-15 minutes.

Japanese facial massage

Below we will consider the features of popular oriental techniques: Shiatsu acupressure, zogan massage from Japanese stylist Yukuko Tanaka, and skin exposure using the Kobido method. Each of the techniques has its own subtleties, but they are all united by one goal - providing a rejuvenating effect, healing, and eliminating the undesirable effects of external factors on the skin.

Shiatsu

The founder of this Japanese manual therapy with finger pressure is Takuhiro Nakimoshi. From the impact on specific points, the lactic acid accumulated in the muscles is replaced by glycogen, from which their natural contraction is restored. Thanks to Shiatsu, mimic wrinkles formed as a result of muscle hypertonicity are smoothed out. In addition, pressure with your fingertips stimulates blood circulation and lymph outflow, eliminating swelling, soothing the skin, stimulating the functioning of organs.

In Shiatsu acupressure, high intensity pressure should be applied using the pads of the thumb, index and middle fingers, while the skin should be cleansed and moisturized. The time of pressure on each point is 5-7 seconds. The Japanese Shiatsu technique is as follows:

1. Put your fingers on your forehead: the ring fingers should be in the center, the rest should be located a little further away. Press the dots for 5-7 seconds. Similarly, massage all areas of the forehead.
2. Massage the skin of the eyes, eyebrows. With ring fingers, press on the edge of the eyebrows, which is near the temples. With medium pads, press on the middle part of the eyebrows. Press on the area near the eyes with your index fingers.
3. Press first on the outer corners of the eyes, then on the inner ones.
4. Massage the bridge of the nose: put three fingers between the eyebrows, press for 5 seconds.
5. To act on the upper part of the eyes, you need to press the ring fingers into the inner corners of the eyes, the middle ones on the upper eyelids, the index fingers should be in the outer corners of the eyes. Actions to be carried out carefully and gently. By analogy, do the same on the lower part of the eyes.
6. Next, place 3 main fingers in the sub-zygomatic part of the face. Press with force, slightly pulling the skin up.
7. Click on the points located near the wings of the nose. Hold for 5 seconds.
8. Press your finger on the point in the middle above the lip.
9. To massage the corners of the lips, you need to press on them with the pads of your index fingers.
10. You can influence the chin by pressing on the central dimple, which is located below the lips.
11. Put three fingers along the cheekbones, place a large one under them. Press for 5 seconds. Repeat the action 3 times.
12. Place 3 fingers along the neck and behind the ears. Hold no more than 7 seconds.

Yukuko Tanaka

The Japanese stylist brought back the forgotten massage technique of her compatriot Hiroshi Hisashi, supplementing it with new elements to increase efficiency. Zogan massage is a kind of gymnastics, in which superficial tissues and deep muscles are exposed, due to which toxins are removed from the pores, the skin comes into tone. The provision of osteopathic practice simultaneously with lymphatic drainage massage contributes to the preservation of beauty and youth for many years.

Asahi facial massage is performed in a sitting or standing position, while maintaining an even posture. The duration of one procedure should be about 10-15 minutes, and they need to be done daily. Do not forget to cleanse the skin before conducting Japanese self-massage. Then you can master the Asahi massage, which improves lymph flow from the tissues of the facial muscles. However, first learn the final movement, which will need to finish the exercise on any zone, with the exception of the one that is done at the corners of the mouth:

1. With three fingers (ring, middle, index) of the left and right hands, lightly press on the point located near the auricles - the area where the lymph nodes are located.
2. Press the entire length of each finger, pressing them firmly against the skin. The duration of pressure is 2 seconds.
3. After that, smoothly descend to the collarbones with the same intensity of pressure.

Before starting the procedure, lubricate the face with a massage cream, then prepare the skin by developing the area of ​​the lymph nodes. To do this, run your fingertips three times from the temporal region, down the neck down to the collarbones. Then do the following exercises:

1. Forehead smoothing. Place your ring, middle and index fingers in the center of your forehead in a horizontal position, press them tightly. Apply pressure for three seconds, move the pads to the temples, pressing and pressing. Turn at a right angle, move your hands to the side of the face, along the ears, along the neck towards the collarbones, reducing the pressure.
2. Massaging around the eyes. Place the pads of your working fingers near the outer corners, lifting and spreading your elbows to the side. Move to the inner corner, barely touching the skin. Lock the position by increasing the pressure. Swipe, with moderate pressure, under the eyebrows, working towards the outer corner. Lock the position, and after three seconds, return to the inner corner, while relieving pressure. After that, while pressing, move your fingers along the lower orbital bone, moving to the outer corner from the inner one. Hold for 3 seconds with moderate pressure. Return to the inner corner, loosening the pressure to a minimum.
3. Chin, lifting the corners of the mouth. Place the pads of your fingers on the central dimple of the chin, press for 3 seconds. Circle the mouth, connect the fingers above the upper lip. Lock in with increasing pressure.
4. Lifting of the cheeks, lower part of the face. Fix one part of the face, resting on the bone of the lower jaw. Slide your other hand to the outer edge of the eye, starting from the lower jaw, while applying increased pressure. Stop, press for 3 seconds. By analogy, repeat the steps on the other side of the face.
5. Smoothing of nasolabial folds. Make 5 arcuate movements around the wings of the nose, slide to the bridge of the nose, massage the back of the nose with rubbing movements.
6. Massage of the cheekbones, strengthening the middle of the face. Spread your elbows to the sides, put your fingers on your cheeks, move to the temples, putting pressure on the skin.
7. From the second chin. Place one palm under the chin, lead it to the earlobe, squeezing the muscles well. Repeat the steps on the other side.
8. Face lift. Bring your hands to your chin, spread your palms to the side, bringing your elbows together. Place the bases of the palms on the chin, move them along the cheeks to the ears, pressing. Fix at the extreme point.
9. Spread your palms to your ears, applying considerable effort. Smooth your face with your index and thumb. Hold at the extreme point for 3 seconds.
10. For forehead wrinkles. Smooth out your forehead by moving from right to left in a zigzag motion. Finish the exercise by returning to the starting position.

Kobido massage

This technique is one of the most popular massage techniques. Kobido is aimed at enhancing the regeneration of skin cells, it helps to relieve tension, while producing a powerful healing effect. To perform actions independently, it is necessary to carefully study the anatomical atlas, paying special attention to the lymph nodes and facial muscles. The first stage of Kobido is the cleansing of skin cells, steaming, peeling and moisturizing with a special cream or oil.

After completing the first stage, you can begin to influence the lymphatic ducts and meridians. Massaging should be done with extreme caution so as not to put pressure on the lymph nodes, as they are sensitive and vulnerable. Next, you need to carefully work out the facial muscles. Those who like to carry out self-massage techniques on their own should take into account that it is better to entrust Kobido to professionals, because insufficient knowledge of the anatomy of the face can be harmful.

Contraindications

Carrying out lymphatic drainage massages and any other effect aimed at skin rejuvenation is contraindicated for people who have:

• any infectious disease;
• high pressure;
• reduced intracranial pressure;
• skin diseases: rosacea, dermatitis, allergic manifestations;
• pain syndrome;
• a viral disease, such as herpes;
• diseases associated with neoplastic phenomena or neoplasms;
• diseases of the liver, heart, lungs or kidneys of any severity.

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Who among us women would not like to remain always young and beautiful? Of course, everyone wants this. As you know, the skin on the face ages faster than on the body, and creams do not always help.

Today we will tell you about the unique method of rejuvenating lymphatic drainage facial massage - Zogan.

What is Asahi massage, or Zogan - the benefits of this Japanese facial massage

This massage was developed and presented to the public by the famous Japanese stylist and cosmetologist Yukuko Tanaka. While working as a make-up artist on television, she was faced with the task of giving the actors a young and “fresh” face. Just putting on makeup didn't work. She even tried to do a regular cosmetic massage before applying makeup - but this did not help either.

This prompted Yukuko to spend years of research in search of a method of facial rejuvenation. She studied ancient Japanese techniques and the relationship between skin, muscles, bones, and lymph glands, resulting in her own rejuvenating facial massage technique called Zogan, which literally means “creating the face” in Japanese.

This - “deep” massage, in which there is an impact not only on the skin and muscles of the face, but also on the lymph nodes, and even the bones of the head, through a small force effect.

At the same time, special care should be taken in the zone of the lymph nodes: there should be no pain. If you feel pain, then you are doing something wrong.

It should be noted that at 60, Tanaka looked no more than 40.

Anti-aging massage according to the Yukuko Tanaka method is unique and has a number of advantages:

• Accelerates the lymph flow, which helps to eliminate toxins.
• Improves blood circulation, so that the skin acquires a healthy glow and a good complexion.
• Promotes better tissue nutrition.
• Models the oval of the face.
• Smoothes wrinkles.
• Increases skin tone and turgor.
• Removes the "second" chin.
• Eliminates excess fluid, which helps to eliminate puffiness, including under the eyes.
• Eliminates signs of premature aging.

To perform this massage, you only need 10-15 minutes a day. If you do everything right, the result will come quickly.

It can be done for both young and mature women.

Contraindications and indications for Asahi facial massage

Rejuvenating lymphatic drainage facial massage Zogan has a number of contraindications, namely:

1. Inflammation, rosacea and other skin diseases;
2. Diseases of the ENT organs.
3. Disease of the lymphatic system.
4. Colds.
5. Chronic fatigue.
6. Malaise.
7. Critical days.
8. Bad feeling.

Therefore, for those who have a small fat layer on the face, it is better to perform manipulations only on the upper part of the face - or not at all.

Indications for the use of Zogan lymphatic drainage massage:

• Stagnation of fluid in the body.
• Premature aging.
• Withering of the skin.
• Poor circulation.
• Sluggish and tired skin.
• To prevent the appearance of wrinkles.
• “Floated” oval of the face.
• Excess subcutaneous fat on the face.
• Pale complexion.
• Double chin.
• Dark circles and "bags" under the eyes.

Do a massage daily for the first 2-3 weeks, further, the intensity should be reduced to 2-3 times a week.

Preparing the face for a Zogan or Asahi massage - what is important to remember?

Before starting the Japanese lymphatic drainage massage procedure from Yukuko Tanaka, you must carefully. You can use any cleansers - foam, milk, gel - whatever you like, you can use, then blot your face with a napkin.

The next step in preparing for a massage is to apply massage oil to the skin of the face. If you don’t have exactly “massage” oil, cosmetic oil can replace it. For this purpose, almond, apricot or wheat germ oil is perfect. Instead of oil, you can use a fat cream.

Next, move on to the massage itself.

Zogan is best performed in the morning, when the muscles of the face are not yet so tense, and cosmetics have not yet been applied to the skin. The result is a beautiful, fresh and ruddy complexion for the whole day.

But, if in the morning you do not have time for a massage, then you can spend it in the evening.

It is important to remember that this massage is done in a sitting or standing body position with a straight back - but not lying down!

Advice: after the end of the massage, sit quietly for a couple of minutes, then clean your face again and wash with warm water.

Finally, apply your usual skin care products to your face.

How to massage Asahi correctly - video tutorials by Yukuko Tanaka

The massage itself includes basic exercises and the final movement.

Remember: all manipulations are done smoothly, slowly - and strictly in accordance with the instructions!

After the preparation for the massage is done, we move on to the Zogan (Asahi) massage technique.

Video: Yukuko Tanaka's lessons on the technique of rejuvenating lymphatic drainage facial massage Zogan, or Asahi

1. Warming up the lymphatic tract

To do this, with tightly clenched straight fingers, we lead from the ear - along the neck, to the collarbones. We repeat 3 times.

2. Strengthen the forehead

Place the index, middle and ring fingers of both hands in the middle of the forehead, then with straight fingers continue the movement with a slight pressure - down to the collarbone, slowing down the movement in the temporal region.

Do this exercise slowly 3 times.

3. Smoothing wrinkles and removing swelling around the eyes

With the middle fingers of both hands, we begin to move from the outer corners of the eyes, under the lower eyelid - to the inner corners of the eyes.

Then we run our fingers under the eyebrows - and go back to the outer corners.

Now, from the inner corners of the eyes, we draw our fingers just under the lower eyelid to the outer corners. Next, the fingers move smoothly to the temporal region and down to the collarbone.

We repeat 3 times.

4. Lifting the area around the mouth

Place the index and middle fingers of both hands in the middle of the chin.

Start a slow movement with pressure - to the corners of the lips, then we lead with the middle fingers to the area under the nose, where you need to increase the pressing force.

Maintain pressure throughout the exercise.

We repeat the exercise 3 times.

5. Nose massage

With the middle fingers, with a slight pressure, we draw around the wings of the nose 3 times, then we make transverse movements from the wings of the nose to the bridge of the nose - and vice versa, 3-4 times.

At the end, we move our fingers along the upper cheekbones - to the temples and down to the collarbone.

6. Remove nasolabial folds

We put our fingers on the chin.

From the chin we lead to the corners of the lips, from there to the wings of the nose, then to the area under the inner corners of the eyes - and we linger in this position for 3 seconds.

Then we lead to the temporal part, from there - down to the collarbone.

We do it 3 times.

7. We tighten the oval of the face

Place one hand on one side of the face, with the other hand, move diagonally from the lower cheekbone to the inner corner of the eye. Hold your hand in this position for 3 seconds.

Then swipe to the temple - and down the neck, to the collarbone.

Repeat 3 times.

Now switch hands - and do the same exercise for the other cheek.

8. We model the cheekbones

For about 3 seconds, press with the pads of your fingers on the area near the wings of the nose.

Repeat 3 times.

9. Smooth the skin around the mouth

Place your hands on the sides of the chin, and with the soft part of the palm (the area near the thumb) press continuously for 3 seconds.

Then, continuing to press, take your hands to your ears - and down along the neck, to the collarbone.

Repeat the exercise 3 times. For those who have very loose skin, the number of repetitions should be increased to 5 times.

10. Get rid of sagging cheeks

Place your hands on your chin under the corners of your mouth.

Using the soft part of the palm at the base of the thumbs, move your hands to the temples, and then to the collarbone, ensuring the outflow of lymph.

Repeat 3 times.

11. Remove the second chin

Place the lower part of the palm of one hand under the chin - and with pressure, move your hand along the edge of the lower cheekbone, behind the ear.

Then we do this exercise for the other side of the face.

We repeat 3 times. Those who have problems with the second chin can do the exercise 4-5 times.

12. Tightening the muscles of the whole face

We bring our hands to the face with an inner edge so that the tips of the fingers are on the bridge of the nose, and the thumbs are under the chin. It should be a triangle.

Now, with a little pressure, we begin to move our hands to the ears, and then down to the collarbone. Make sure there is no gap between your hands and skin.

We repeat 3 times.

13. We remove wrinkles on the forehead

With the fingertips of the right hand - in the direction from left to right and from right to left - we make zigzag movements for several seconds.

Repeat 3 times.

At the end place both hands in the middle of the forehead - and slowly slide your hands to the temples, and then to the collarbone.

Always remember the main thing: all manipulations are done slowly, with pressure, but there should be no pain!

If during the exercise you experience pain, this means that you need to reduce the pressure. Keep a balance between pain and comfort.

That's all! With regular conduct of this massage, according to experts, you will look 10 years younger.

As always, share your thoughts and experiences in the comments. All goodness and beauty!