The aging process negatively affects everyone's appearance, but women suffer the most from it. To prolong youth, a Japanese facial massage Asahi (Zogan) has been developed, which can be conveniently performed using a video on YouTube with Russian dubbing. Its advantages are the simple technique and the lack of a lot of time to complete. Numerous reviews prove the effectiveness of the Japanese Asahi massage, but you should be prepared for the fact that your face will lose a lot of weight after it.

Note! Initially, the set of exercises was developed by cosmetologist Heroshi Hisashi. Then a stylist named Tanaka Yukuko introduced new elements to the Japanese facial massage Asahi (Zogan), in modern version it is presented on video with Russian translation.

Differences between Japanese massage and European technologies

The technique of Japanese Asahi massage is somewhat different from that developed according to European standards. Many people are accustomed to light and gentle pressure on the facial skin, which helps increase blood circulation and smooth out wrinkles. As for the Japanese Asahi massage, its movements are similar to those used for clay modeling. According to experts, this is necessary to influence the deeper layers of the facial muscles.

Benefits of Zogan massage

There are two known directions of Japanese Asahi massage:

• lymphatic – removes excess fluid, removes harmful substances, helps in tissue nutrition, relieves swelling, improves complexion;
• deep - relaxes muscle tissue, strengthens the skin, makes it more elastic, and improves blood vessels.

The second type of massage has an enhanced effect, which allows you to work the deep layers of muscles, right down to the connective tissue and bone structure.

Note! Given the nature of the effects of deep Japanese Asahi massage, it is sometimes classified as osteopathic.

Despite the strong impact, Asahi massage is a painless procedure. Careful and delicate treatment should be applied in the area of ​​lymphatic lines. If pain or discomfort occurs, this is an indication that the pressure needs to be released. It is not necessary to massage your face at home with a massager; all you need to do is use your fingers.

The main advantage of the Japanese rejuvenating facial massage Asaha (Zogan) is that it can be done at home, following the rules and watching the video in Russian.

Indications for use

• swelling of the face;
• dull and sagging skin;
• pronounced expression wrinkles;
• accumulation of toxins;
• double chin.

These are the main conditions that are indications for Japanese Asahi massage.

Rules for facial massage Zogan

To properly perform Japanese Asahi facial massage yourself at home, you must adhere to the following rules:

1. Thoroughly cleanse your facial skin using your usual cosmetics.
2. Apply natural preparations that will facilitate movement during the procedure. Oat milk will do olive oil, foam and so on. You can also use a special composition consisting of cosmetic cream and cotton. It is sold in Japan.
3. Perform preparatory steps before the massage (lightly rub the skin of the face).
4. Start the massage using moderate pressure with your fingers. Each movement ends with an exercise in which movements are made along the contours of the face from the side, from the lymph nodes near the ears to the collarbones.

Note! It is undesirable to apply strong pressure on the path of lymph flow; it is advisable to perform only light stroking at this stage. Pressing on the lymph nodes is also prohibited.

When performing a massage, you need to sit, keeping your back straight. The head should not touch any support and be straight. These are the requirements of Japanese specialists. However, followers from Europe allowed themselves to slightly change the technique. In particular, some people prefer to massage while lying down. Moreover, they indicate that this way the procedure is more effective, since the muscles relax naturally and easily yield when exposed to them.

Video: Japanese facial massage technique Asahi

Although the Japanese Asahi facial massage (sometimes called Tsogan) is popular mainly with women, it is also suitable for men, who can also do it at home. If after this your cheeks begin to lose weight, it is recommended to stop this procedure.

The video shows correct technique Japanese facial massage Asahi, which is easy to do yourself at home.

Japanese Asaha massage technique

This procedure helps to improve the condition of the skin over the entire area of ​​the face, therefore it includes sequential effects on all its areas. It is important to follow the correct technique to get maximum effectiveness.

Basic movement

Each exercise ends with a basic one. It should be done as follows: move smoothly from top to bottom with your fingertips from the ears to the collarbones, including the neck. The basic exercise must be repeated three times.

Removing bags under the eyes

This exercise helps to get rid of puffiness under the eyes and tighten the skin in this area of ​​the face. It should be done like this:

1. Using the tips of your middle fingers, draw a line from the outer corner of the eye to the inner corner.
2. Stop at the bridge of your nose for a couple of seconds.
3. Make circular movements under the eyebrows.
4. Stop near the outer corners of your eyes for literally 3 seconds.
5. Draw a line to the inner corners of the eyes, following the path along the lower eyelid.
6. Press harder and continue moving towards the outer edges of the eyes. Apply a little pressure to your temples.

At the end, a basic exercise is performed.

Smoothing wrinkles on the forehead

To get rid of forehead wrinkles or reduce their appearance, you need to do the following:

1. Place the tips of three fingers in the central part of the forehead and apply pressure. Hold for 3 seconds and start moving.
2. Using zigzag movements, move towards the temple area.
3. Turn 90 degrees and do a basic exercise.

Lifting the corners of the lips

You can tighten the skin in the corners of your lips as follows:

1. Using your middle and ring fingers, lightly press down on the center of your chin.
2. Move upward with gentle movements, circling your lips.
3. In the center upper lip stop and wait 4 seconds.

As usual, complete the basic exercise at the end.

Tightening nasolabial folds

To tighten your nasolabial folds, you will need to do the following:

1. Place the pads of your middle fingers near the wings of your nose.
2. Make about 5 movements, moving your fingers in a circle, from top to bottom.
3. Next, use your ring and middle fingers to draw a line towards your cheekbones.

Finally, perform the basic movement.

Tightening saggy skin on the cheeks

To make the skin on your cheeks more elastic, you need to do the following:

1. Place the pads of your fingers in the central part of the chin.
2. Move up, outline your lips, moving towards the outer corners of your eyes.
3. Hold for 3 seconds and smoothly rise to your temples.

Do a basic exercise

Lifting the lower face and cheeks

To strengthen the skin of the cheeks, increase its tone, strengthen the lower part of the face, the following actions are carried out alternately on each side:

1. The palm lifts the jaw from below, and at this time the other hand moves from this place to the inner corner of the eye.
2. Hold for 3 seconds.
3. The hand is directed to the temple through the lower eyelid.

The procedure ends with a basic exercise. Repeat 3 times on each side of the face.

Improving cheek skin tone

To strengthen the cheek muscles and improve skin tone in this area, the following actions are necessary:

1. Place the fingertips in the central part of the nose.
2. Move towards the temples.

As in previous versions, this exercise is reinforced with the basic one.

Exercise to prevent sagging cheeks

This exercise helps prevent sagging skin on the cheeks by strengthening the muscles in this area of ​​the face. It's simple to do:

1. Place your open palms near your lips. Use your thumbs to press on the corners and nostrils.
2. Move to the cheeks, continuing to apply pressure.
3. Hold for 3 seconds and spread your palms towards your temples.

Perform the movements from the basic exercise.

Tightening the nasolabial triangle

To tighten the skin in the nasolabial triangle area, you need to do the following:

1. Post thumbs hands under the chin.
2. Using the remaining fingers located at the side walls of the nose, pull the skin upward.
3. Hold for 3 seconds.

Do the basic exercise again.

Contraindications

Before you do Japanese facial massage Asahi (Zogan) to yourself at home, you must first familiarize yourself with the contraindications. Otherwise, you can seriously harm your health. The procedure has the following contraindications:

• the presence of inflammatory processes associated with ENT diseases;
• impaired functioning of the lymphatic system;
• damage by a viral infection that can develop through the lymph;
• rosacea and other pathologies on the face;
• menstruation.

The manifestation of age and other life “imprints”, reflected on the face, change the appearance beyond recognition. Recently, a young girl, seeing an old woman in the mirror, becomes desperate. It will be possible to return the former beauty in different ways. Regular massage to maintain skin and muscle functions is the optimal solution. An effective option is the Japanese Asahi facial massage. Having understood the intricacies of the procedures, it becomes clear why the method is so valued by women around the world.

Yukuko Tanaka and her massage technique

The name of the Asahi technique translated from Japanese means “morning sun massage.” The technique of influence has been known since ancient times. Japanese women begin to practice facial and body massage from their youth, remaining attractive in appearance until old age.

Tanaka Yukuko, a famous Japanese beauty stylist, systematized ancient knowledge and popularized the technique. The biography of the famous lady is replete with achievements in the field of beauty. This encourages trust. Works on the revival of massage techniques were presented in book format.

The publication, authored by Tanaka Yukuko, quickly sold out in huge quantities in different countries peace. In addition to the printed version describing Japanese massage techniques, there are many videos on YouTube that are best watched with Russian voice acting and subtitles.

Clear difference Japanese technology Zogan (the name of massage in Western countries) depth, power of elaboration. Unlike classical techniques, known everywhere, Asahi involves intensive work with the skin, muscles, fascia, and lymphatic system. The actions are performed with the palm of the hand, significant pressure is applied, and lymphatic drainage work is present.

Indications for use

Japanese massage Asahi Zogan perfectly tones and trains the muscles in the affected area. The oval is tightened and strengthened. Establishing clear contours, reducing the severity of wrinkles, and improving the appearance of the skin are the main advantages of the technique that create its mass popularity.

Japanese massage is a universal effect, suitable for prevention and elimination of most age-related and cosmetic problems. It is advisable to use the technique if necessary:

• eliminate swelling, dark circles, improve skin color and elasticity;
• oval tightening, improving the clarity of contours, correcting shapes;
• getting rid of wrinkles of different nature, depths;
• relief of age-related defects (double chin, jowls, eyelid ptosis);
• detoxification, healing of soft tissues.

Important! It is permissible to start performing a massage in at a young age. Regular sessions help minimize unpleasant symptoms. The onset of old age is noticeably delayed. Experts confirm this.

Efficiency of the procedure

The complex effects of Japanese massage involve the skin, muscles, connective tissue, and skull bones. Deep study helps to quickly achieve tone. After the sessions, the tissues acquire firmness, elasticity, and take on a natural shape. There is an emergency tightening of sagging skin and smoothing out wrinkles. The lifting effect is the most popular result of such procedures.

The effect on lymph flow has a significant detoxifying effect. Accumulated toxins and impurities are removed. The skin begins to function fully. Internal processes are activated, the quality of the integument improves.

Execution Rules

When performing a Tsogan massage, maximum attention is paid to the pressure force. The tissues require deep study, but pain is unacceptable. The occurrence of unpleasant symptoms indicates a violation of the rules for performing actions at home. You need to be more attentive to mastering the information covered in the video lessons.

As a last resort, it is useful to use the services of a professional massage therapist 1-2 times, remembering the correct actions of a professional.

The speed of achieving results depends on the regularity of the procedures. For young skin, 2-3 sessions per week are enough. To solve existing problems, daily procedures will be needed. The session lasts 10–15 minutes. The intensive approach allows for morning and evening exposure.

Lymph drainage is a prerequisite for the session. Actions stimulating outflow are performed carefully, applying minimal pressure on the nodes. The movement of lymph occurs due to the descending development of a line from the ear lymph node to the collarbone along the border of the oval. The beginning and end of the path are a gentle pressure. Additionally, the point located under the lower jaw (the end of the bone under the chin) is stimulated.

Preparing for the session

Cleansing is a mandatory procedure before performing a Japanese massage. Covers are free from cosmetics, enjoy light detergent(gel, foam), tonic. To enhance the effect, it is permissible to steam the skin a little by taking a warm bath or shower. This is often overlooked when preparing for the procedure.

Clean covers are lubricated with oil (cream). There are special compositions for Japanese massage sessions. You can prepare a suitable base yourself using low-fat base oil.

To increase the effectiveness of the effect, add 1-2 drops of esters that are suitable for your skin type and are useful for solving existing problems.

Pre-study movements, sequence of actions. Knowing the location of the lymph nodes is a must. Mistakes when performing actions can negatively affect your appearance and health.

Attention! The procedure is performed in any comfortable position that allows you to maintain your posture. When self-massage, the most common position is sitting (standing) in front of a mirror.

Instructions for implementation

The set of exercises of Japanese Zogan massage is extensive. Actions are selected individually. Age, existing problems, skin type are taken into account. A universal option for performing rejuvenation exercises consists of the following effects:

1. Middle fingers are applied to areas of nasolabial folds. The pads of the fingers rest against the wings of the nose. Make a smooth movement of your fingers down and up. Perform 5–8 repetitions. The block is completed by rubbing the wings of the nose. The movements are energetic, directed from the back to the sides, reaching the cheeks. A series of exercises helps eliminate nasolabial folds and improve breathing.
2. Improving the situation in the mouth area It helps to work the area with jerky pressures of the middle fingers with moderate force. Move from the center line of the chin to the sides. The circle is completed above the middle of the upper lip. The exercise helps eliminate wrinkles and lift the corners of the lips.
3. To prevent sagging cheeks The hands are tightly connected with the palms inward, the top is unclenched. Cover your lips with your palms slightly open and move upward towards the wings of your nose. From this position they make a move to the temples. These movements are performed with significant pressure.
4. To eliminate wrinkles around the eyes, puffiness, circles work the area in a circular motion. Start from the outer corner, moving along the edge of the orbit as carefully as possible. The effect on the upper eyelid is similar, goes to reverse direction, more intensive study is expected.
5. Forehead support occurs due to the development of the area from the middle to the temples. A series of similar movements are carried out, affecting the entire surface of the forehead.

Each movement is performed 5–8 times, do not forget to do the final lymphatic drainage movement. View short version gymnastics with pictures, programs about the Japanese technique will help you master the actions more reliably.

Consolidate the result

You will be able to achieve an improvement in your condition after the first session. A pleasant feeling of skin tone will come, blood will flow to the integument. Color will improve, swelling will decrease, dark circles. To achieve a sustainable cosmetic effect, you will need 5–7 sessions. You can get rejuvenating results in 10–20 procedures. You can consolidate your achievements by regularly performing sessions.

Advice. Maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle, controlling facial expressions, and supplementing achievements with face-building gymnastics exercises will make the results of the procedures more noticeable.

Cost of a session in the salon

You can master Japanese Zogan massage on your own. It is required to carefully study the rules for performing procedures and consolidate the actions in practice. Performing the treatment on a regular basis is required, the cost of sessions is professional master is 500–2500 rub. This is a considerable amount for 20–30 minutes of exposure, which must be performed as often as possible.

Precautions

The main limitation when performing Japanese massage procedures is the need for careful pressure on the lymph nodes. Careless, excessively intense actions can cause harm to health. Any doctor will confirm this. The overall treatment of the tissues is deep, but the presence of pain is unacceptable.

Perform actions with prior consultation with a doctor in case of rosacea or skin rashes. Japanese Asahi Zogan sessions are an excellent solution for those with curvy figures. Thinness is aggravated by active actions.

You will have to abandon the Japanese Zogan massage technique if:

• inflammatory diseases (runny nose, sore throat, fever);
• damage to skin integrity;
• diseases of the lymphatic system;
• oncology;
• problems with the heart, blood vessels;
• autoimmune diseases.

In order to maintain a young, blooming appearance until old age, you will have to try. Appearance needs to be taken care of from an early age. Massage is a promising option. You just have to perform the actions regularly, without skipping procedures without good reason.

Useful videos

Japanese rejuvenating facial massage Asahi from Yukuko Tanaka at home.

Japanese lymphatic drainage facial massage technique from Yukuko Tanaka with Irina Barbarich.

Japanese facial massage Zogan (Asahi) with Russian translation. Part 1.

Japanese Asahi facial massage is significantly different from other techniques. During the procedure, deep treatment of the face is performed, down to the bone tissue. Motor and facial muscles, which allows you to achieve long-term results. After the massage, blood vessels will be strengthened, the oval of the face will be tightened, and vision will improve.

Working on television, Japanese stylist and makeup artist Yukuko Tanaka noted that a person’s age is not revealed by the body, but by the face. Her task was to give the faces of the actors and presenters maximum freshness and visually remove several years of age. Before applying makeup, she did an aesthetic massage, but it did not give results.

Then Yukuko Tanaka seriously thought about how to remove several years from her face without makeup and other products.Several long years of experiments and studies of the structure of the human face led her to the development of the anti-aging Zogan massage, the name of which translates as “to create a face.”

Peculiarities

The Japanese technique differs significantly from the generally accepted rules regarding facial massage.The effect on the skin is completely different and unusual for European cosmetologists - more effective, compared to other massage techniques. This massage therapy also includes treatment of the two eyelids and the area around the eyes.

Japanese Zogan facial massage, if performed incorrectly, can cause pain in the patient. Undoubtedly, during the procedure your sensations will not be the most pleasant, but pain should not be present.

When working with the face, not only the skin is subject to treatment, but also the muscles and other structures underneath it that affect the change in the shape of the face.

The Japanese believe thatbeauty lies not only on the surface, it comes from within, that is, from the deeper forms of the face. That is why work on change should begin with them - to harmonize all areas and structures of the face.

As a rule, Asahi Zogan facial massage is performed independently. Thus, a person can control the force of pressure based on his own feelings.

Indications

What can Japanese facial massage give after 50 years? Who needs it, when and in what situations?

• To improve skin tone;
• women with a double chin;
• ladies who want to significantly correct their face naturally;
• to improve the light and radiance of the skin;
• in the presence of multiple wrinkles, including facial wrinkles;
• with swelling of the face;
• for the prevention of premature aging.

Benefit

This procedure will be useful for women of any age. The sooner you start massaging, the better your skin will look as you age. So, the benefits of Asahi are as follows:

1. Significantly increases lymph circulation. Thanks to this, the skin becomes clean, soft and smooth.
2. Rejuvenating effect. The skin becomes denser to the touch - elastic, the depth of wrinkles decreases and their number is noticeably reduced.
3. Increased mood. During self-massage, hormones of happiness are produced. That is, after the procedure you feel both light and at ease.
4. Correction of face shape. Without surgery, you can make it more refined and more pronounced. The cheekbones, nasolabial area, cheeks will change, the double chin will disappear.
5. Elimination of swelling of bags under the eyes. Increased lymph circulation will eliminate these “defects” if they were not caused by any disease.
6. Removal of toxins. They accumulate in the epidermis for a long time, which leads to rapid aging. Dispersing lymph and blood during the procedure will allow them to be removed from the body faster.

Species

Before choosing a technique, it is necessary to take into account the age of the girl/woman (each age category has its own therapy). You should also pay attention to the shape of your face.

Therapy for young girls whose age has reached 20 includes the easiest techniques, the goal of which is to maintain a beautiful and toned face for as long as possible.

The purpose of the procedure after 30 years is to remove bags under the eyes and “eternal” fatigue, to rid you of puffiness forever (now you won’t be greeted every morning with round face in the mirror).

After 40 years, massage will remove shallow wrinkles andwill have the maximum effect on deep expression wrinkles, in addition, it will improve your complexion (making it more radiant) and prevent the occurrence of jowls.

Asahi facial massage after 50 years includes the treatment of jowls and is aimed at their removal.

During a massage after 60 years, the master works on the neck and performs techniques to lift the chin and cheeks.

Peculiarity! You can perform a massage in any place convenient for you, including a bathhouse.

Rules

Before performing a facial massage rejuvenation, thoroughly cleanse the skin: washing your face and removing any remaining makeup with a special product. The skin should be completely dry. To remove any remaining moisture, use a cloth (be sure to wipe your face after washing, otherwise it may become dry).

You can get more benefits from this massage therapy if you first cleanse the skin with a scrub (note that scrubbing must be done every week).

Before the massage, carefully study the special facial map. Knowing where the lymph nodes and vessels are located will allow the procedure to be carried out more successfully and efficiently. Each technique should be brought to automaticity (so that you do not constantly look at your laptop for advice, but carry out the procedure continuously). Watch the pressure of your fingers. With massage therapy, you should feel pressure, but not pain!

Important! Watch your movements. Exposing it too deeply will cause pain and will only make the situation worse. And too gentle will not lead to the desired results.

You can perform Japanese Asahi Zogan massage in a position convenient for you: sitting or standing. In any case, the back should be straight. Some experts say that it is best to do it lying down.

Rejuvenating facial massage lasts on average 25 minutes. Must be performed twice a day. Preferably in the morning and evening. You can stop the procedures after achieving the desired result.

Before the procedure, be sure to apply to your face and hands. special cream(which contains no allergens).

What result will we get?

After an Asahi massage, the face becomes more radiant, healthy and fresh.. In some cases, the face may turn red after therapy. It's not scary and will pass quickly. You need to be wary if:

• Rashes were found on the face that were not associated with any disease, hormones or infection. In this case, Asahi Zogan massage should be suspended until the acne disappears. Afterwards, replace the cream and feel free to start the procedure. Remember to thoroughly cleanse your skin before massage.
• If your face is rapidly losing weight, you need to stop doing massage or significantly reduce the number of sessions. If you prefer the second option, perform the procedure twice a week. The force of influence should remain the same. If your face continues to lose weight, stop the sessions altogether.
• If after a massage you notice swelling on your face, carefully examine the product you are using (cream or gel). In this case, you should not do therapy at night. And the product you use for massage will have to be replaced.
• If the skin after therapy has lost its elasticity even more and has become saggy, it means that during the procedure you used too little cream (or gel), and therefore your fingers had difficulty sliding over your face, thereby injuring it.
• If you have rosacea, you should not do Asahi facial massage. But, if you are “burning” with a great desire to change and are ready to take risks, follow these tips: the cream should contain hesperedin, do not massage areas where the blood vessels are damaged, do facial exercises.

If done correctly, Asahi massage after 50 or 60 will return you to your former beautiful and toned face.

Preparation

Remove your makeup first. Then get rid of the fat with scrubbing. Afterwards, you need to moisten your face with tonic (generously, not sparing liquid), which does not contain ethyl alcohol. After the skin has dried, apply a “lubricant” to it - cream or oil (any one you like best, you can even use a vegetable one).

The position of the body during the procedure does not matter - you are treating the face, and that is what you need to focus on. However, your posture should be perfect and not bent into a “C” shape.

Secret! To improve blood flow, give yourself slaps and perform other Japanese massage executions - the effectiveness of the massage will be higher.

Self-massage technique

Japanese massage techniques for different parts of the face:

Press the fingertips of both hands to the center of your forehead. Without reducing the pressure, begin to separate their sides (moving towards the temples). The palms should be vertical to the forehead all this time. Having reached the “destination point,” we turn our hands a little and head towards our ears. We return to the temples and make massaging movements up and down for several seconds. At the same time, your fingers should not leave the skin.

EYES

Without lifting your fingers from your ears, slowly move them along the skin to the outer corners of your eyes.You need to have a fairly strong impact on the skinso that when you move your fingers to the inner corners and back, you feel how the skin in this area stretches. This technique works great for swelling. Having finished with this area, move to the temples. It is advisable to repeat the manipulation three times.

MOUTH AND CHIN

We move on to processing the folds between the lips and nose. Place your fingers on the chin and slowly, while pressing firmly, massage the nasolabial folds. During the procedure, you should feel your skin stretching. Then stop under your nose and press even harder. After a few seconds, sharply tear off your fingers. Repeat the procedure three times.

We stop our fingers on the wings of the nose, then begin to “draw” a figure eight. Must be repeated five times. Having finished with the nose, we move to the ears, where we stop. This will help you get rid of wrinkles near your nose.

CORNERS OF THE MOUTH

We go back down to the mouth. Using as much force as possible, we begin to circle the entire area around the mouth with our fingers. Then we move to the upper jaw, then to the eyes. We stop for three seconds. Then we return to the starting position - to the ears, slightly reducing the force of impact. The reception should be repeated twice.

CHEEKS

Rest your chin on one hand. You will use your other fingers to treat your face. You should press with two fingers in the middle of the cheek. Afterwards, move your fingers towards your eyes in a circular motion. Stop for three seconds, then return back down - closer to your chin. You need to repeat twice on each cheek.After several sessions, this area of ​​the cheeks will be noticeably tightened.

NASOLABIAL FOLDS

We continue the Asahi Zogan massage without lifting our fingers. Moving several fingers to the wings of the nose, we press hard and slowly rise to the temples. Arrived at the “place”, reduce the pressing force. You need to repeat it three times. Taking it will help slim your cheeks and eliminate wrinkles.

LIFTING TO CREATE A CLEAR FACE SHAPE

The technique begins with spreading the elbows to the sides. Afterwards, you need to bring the palms of both hands towards each other in the chest area (as in a yoga advertisement). Place your fingers on your chin. Press as hard as possible on the skin and move up towards the forehead. It is necessary to repeat the procedure twice.

Important! While performing this technique, you need to stand with your feet shoulder-width apart!

SECOND CHIN

We place one palm under the chin and, pressing as much as possible, pull it towards the ear. We carry out this action on both sides of the face. A significant effect will be noticeable within a week.

SMOOTHING WRINKLES ON THE FOREHEAD

Place one hand in the center of your forehead. Place another one on top of it. Then begin to spread them apart, moving towards the temples.The force on the skin should be as strong as possible. From the temples go to the ears. It is necessary to repeat the reception 3-5 times.

FINAL STAGE

To complete the therapy, you need to press relatively lightly with three fingers of each hand on the point near the ears - where the lymph nodes are located. Apply the whole finger to this area, not the pads.

The duration of pressure should not exceed two seconds. Afterwards, slowly lower your fingers to your collarbones without changing the pressure. This technique promotes high-quality swelling of the lymph and is mandatory.

Note that Japanese Zogan massage does not have to include massaging all areas of the face. It can be performed on the most problematic areas. As mentioned above, it is advisable to perform the procedure twice a day. If you have no free time at all, try to do self-massage at least three times a week.

Important! Do not take your fingers off your face while performing the massage!

Contraindications

Japanese massage should not be given to people who have the following problems:

• If there is any damage to the skin of the face: redness, rash, and so on.
• Diseases of the lymphatic system. With strong exposure, the disease may worsen.
• Chronic fatigue. As a rule, it is accompanied by nasal congestion and runny nose. Massage may make the problem worse.
• Infectious diseases.
• For malignant formations on the face.
• Cuperosis. The vessels are too “fragile”. Massage can injure the skin.

Remember, Zogan facial massage without large financial costs, special cosmetics, and especially surgical intervention, will make your face shape beautiful, your skin tightened, and your color healthy and radiant. It does not require much time or physical exercise. And the expected result will be noticeable within a few weeks.

Detailed video: Japanese massage Asahi

Look detailed video on how to properly perform Asahi massage

The desire to slow down the formation of age-related wrinkles, cope with the problem of jowls and sagging skin, which has lost its elasticity with age, has been characteristic for centuries for women who want to remain young and attractive for as long as possible. The technique of Japanese facial massage Zogan (or Asahi) will help solve all these problems ), which is discussed later in the article.
The main advantage of this technique is the ability to restore lost elasticity, silkiness and smoothness to the facial skin on your own, without resorting to expensive plastic surgery and the services of professional massage therapists.

The history of Japanese massage Zogan Asahi

The “two-finger” massage technique, dating back centuries, has been passed down from one generation Japanese women to another. It is called “two-finger” because when performing a massage, only two fingers on each hand are used (middle and ring or middle and index).

She was made widely famous by cosmetologist Hiroshi Hisashi, who received the skills to perform her basic techniques from her own grandmother.

Interested in such a simple but effective technique, stylist Yukuko Tanaka, the author of numerous books and creator of massage techniques, which is extremely popular in Japan, described it in her book “Special Facial Massage - Back 10 Years.” Having become an active popularizer of the newly discovered technique, Yukuko Tanaka made many videos teaching the basics of massage art. The magical effects of lymphatic drainage massage make it possible to rejuvenate the skin.

Our compatriots learned about Japanese facial massage thanks to the Estonian specialist Laina Butter-Pavlovskaya, who is equally passionate about the issues of therapeutic and health massage. Having come across one of the videos featuring Yukuko Tanaka on the Internet, she gave the massage a poetic name: “Asahi” (“morning sun”, translated from Japanese). Another name for this technique is “zogan”, which exactly translated into Russian means “creating a face.”

Indications and contraindications

Japanese Asahi massage is shown:

• If there is swelling of the face, which occurs exclusively in the morning and is evidence of disturbances in the functioning of the lymphatic system (thanks to a massage that promotes the outflow of lymph, its functioning will return to normal).
• For age-related correction of facial contours distorted by the presence of a double chin, deep folds and jowls.
• Those with an unhealthy (grayish or sallow) complexion.
• In the presence of wrinkles of any depth and etiology: from facial to age-related.

According to reviews, the first positive results noticeable after the second session.

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Zogan massage is very effective a technique that affects:

• connective tissue structure(they regain lost elasticity);
• deep facial muscles(their activation occurs);
• skull bones(in the presence of any pathological deviations from the norm, they take a physiologically correct position).

Considering the seriousness of these effects on many structures of the body, Japanese facial massage is contraindicated for:

• diseases of the lymphatic system;
• pathologies of ENT organs;
• chronic fatigue syndrome;
• the presence of any rashes on the skin;
• any acute respiratory infections;
• the presence of rosacea (the use of any massage techniques in the cheek area is prohibited);
• too thin or sensitive skin;
• general malaise.

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Possible consequences and their solution

• Those who have a very thin face with sunken cheeks, whose skin has practically no fat layer, can perform massage techniques with great caution and only in relation to the upper part of the face, since otherwise they risk making it even thinner and emaciated.
• Some women who have undergone Japanese facial massage complain that instead of the expected smoothing of the skin, they acquired even more wrinkles. Most likely, this happened due to a violation of the massage rules (it was performed either without using a massage base at all, or this base was not slippery enough). To improve skin tone, it is useful to perform special facial exercises developed by Carol Maggio, Laine Butter or Benita Cantieni. In order for your fingers to glide well over the skin, it is necessary to apply a sufficient amount of massage base to it.
• If performing an Asahi massage provoked the appearance of morning swelling, this indicates that the session was performed at night and using an oil-based cream. The situation can be corrected by moving the procedure to the morning (it’s not for nothing that massage is called the “morning” sun) and replacing the massage cream with something lighter.

Find out the indications and contraindications for the procedure.

How to perform lymphatic massage correctly, flow chart

So that a Japanese self-massage session brings maximum effect, it is necessary to comply with a number of rules and the scheme for their implementation:

• You can only massage very clean skin. Before the massage session, you must thoroughly wash and remove decorative cosmetics using a cleanser.
• The skin must be completely dry (moisture remaining after the washing procedure can be blotted with a cloth).
• Asahi massage will be more beneficial if the skin is first cleansed with a scrub (scrubbing should be done weekly).
• A good knowledge of the location of the lymph nodes and vessels on the neck and face is the main condition for the success of self-massage, so before you begin the procedures, you need to thoroughly study the special map.

• Each massage technique must be practiced until it becomes automatic, strictly following the direction specially developed for it.
• The pressure of the fingers at the moment of impact on the skin should be such that some pressure is felt, but no pain would arise.
• It is better to perform Zogan massage while standing or sitting on a chair, keeping your back very straight (some cosmetologists recommend performing it while lying on your back).
• The optimal duration of the session is no more than a quarter of an hour.
• Frequency of execution: twice a day (morning and evening).
• Before the session, be sure to apply a sufficient amount of massage cream, previously tested for allergenicity, to your face and hands.

See also head massage techniques for headaches.

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Asahi 2 self-massage technique for the face by age group

Stylist Yukuko Tanaka modernized the technique of ancient Japanese massage by developing different complexes designed for owners of different face types (elongated, round or square) and belonging to different age categories. The modernized technique was called “Asahi 2”.

Complexes designed to affect mature skin, take into account and help cope with age-related changes that occur in it towards certain age:

• Thirty-year-old beauties get rid of dark circles under their eyes;
• women over forty years old - from pronounced nasolabial folds;
• fifty-year-old women manage to improve the tone of the skin covering the chin and lower part of the face;
• women who have crossed the threshold of sixty years of age get rid of jowls and sagging cheeks.

All Asahi 2 massage techniques should be performed slowly and smoothly; movements should be smoothing. When contacting your fingers with the skin, you should avoid excessive force that could stretch it. It is recommended to repeat each movement three times.

Technique for performing the final movement of a facelift procedure

Each technique should end with a final movement directed along the lymph flow: from the parotid lymph nodes (located between the temple and the tragus of the ear), lingering at this point for a couple of seconds, with a gentle movement they pass along the sides of the facial contour, bypassing the jaw joint (you cannot put pressure on it).

Having reached the location of the deep cervical lymph nodes (2 cm distant from the lower jaw), hold your fingers at this point for two seconds. After this, slowly move your fingers along the sides of the neck.

The movement ends in the area of ​​the lymph nodes located at the jugular cavity and the inner edge of the clavicles.

Gymnastics for the face after 30 years

The massage is designed to eliminate puffiness, bags and dark circles under the eyes.

• The fingers, placed on the edge of the eye socket (from the side of the nose), slowly move along its contour to the ears, after which they rush down, performing the final movement. Repeat three times.
• Place your fingers on the outer corners of your eyes and slowly move them towards your nose along the contour of the lower eyelid, smoothly moving towards the bridge of your nose. Moving your fingers to the base of the eyebrows and returning to the starting points, perform a circular movement to the inner corners of the eye sockets. From them, the movement of the fingers is performed in the opposite direction (along the lower eyelid) - towards the ears. This is followed by the finishing movement. Repeat three times.

They provide invaluable assistance in matters of skin care.

Anti-wrinkle rejuvenation massage after 40

The massage is aimed at smoothing nasolabial folds, toning the lower part of the face and overcoming sagging cheeks.

• This technique is performed with the index fingers folded together with the thumbs in a closed ring. Having placed the resulting rings at the base of the nasolabial folds, slowly move them along the lines they form towards the corners of the mouth, and from them to the center of the chin. Without looking up from the face, they unfold their clenched fists and stroke the lower edge of the jaw with them, moving towards the ears to perform the final movement. Repeat three times.
• Pressing your fingers to your chin for a couple of seconds, move them to the corners of your mouth for the same amount of time, and then to the wings of your nose. With a smooth movement of all fingers, sliding to the ears, they perform the final technique. Repeat three times.
• Having placed the fingers of one hand at the beginning of the buccal muscle, place the fingers of the other hand on top (this will increase the pressure) and move them to the auricle. After this, perform the final movement with one hand, and with the other, stroke the lower edge of the chin, moving towards its center. After performing three repetitions, similar manipulations are performed on the opposite side of the face.

Lymphatic drainage massage after 50

The techniques of this massage help prevent the formation of jowls and sagging cheeks.

After 60

The purpose of the massage is to tighten the chin and smooth the skin on the neck.

• The fingers of one hand slowly slide from the center of the chin to the ear. After three repetitions, the final technique is performed. The same manipulations are performed on the opposite side of the face.
• A natural cotton napkin is pressed to the chin for 5 seconds. After this, move from the center of the chin along the lower contour of the face with your fingers pointing forward. After three repetitions, the final move follows. The exercise is performed alternately on both halves of the face.
• Grasping the lower part of the chin with an open palm, slowly move down the neck. Perform three repetitions.

Various methods for a facelift at home can be found.

Lifting for women for thin faces

Since Asahi massage contributes to significant weight loss of an already thin face, it can only be used to eliminate existing swelling. After solving this problem, you should abandon the procedure, opting for special gymnastics for the face.

A woman is as old as she looks. Time runs inexorably forward, drawing wrinkles and spots on faces, leaving traces of small scars and irregularities. It has always been a rival for the female sex in the struggle for beauty.

Until the age of 23-25, a girl looks young thanks to nature, and everything after that depends on working on her appearance. It is important not only to exercise to maintain beautiful figure, regular facial sports massage is also necessary. The main thing is not to be lazy and everything will work out ;)

Now I will tell you about one very aroma and effective method returning and maintaining youth, which the land of the rising sun gave us. We will talk about Japanese lymphatic drainage facial massage. The technique of this massage has been honed over centuries of use, and its effectiveness has been proven by more than one thousand rejuvenated beauties.

Yukuko Tanaka, one of the most famous Japanese stylists, revived and opened Japanese rejuvenating massage to the world.

(pictured by the stylist, Yukuko Tanaka, 62 years old)

Yukuko was taught the basics of massage, sequence of movements and pressure by her grandmother. The stylist herself perfected these techniques. Tanaka systematized all her achievements in 2007, in a book called “Facial Massage.”

A little later, translators came up with a name for this massage that was different from the original - Asahi massage, which translated means “massage of the morning sun.”

Japanese massage is fundamentally different from its European counterparts, primarily in its effect on the deep tissues of the face.

A standard massage involves applying a massage cream to the skin in combination with light stroking movements along the massage lines. The cosmetologist acts only on the skin, leaving the underlying tissues uninvolved.

Japanese facial massage is a deep treatment, during which the master works on the skin, facial muscles and connective tissue. Another feature of this massage is that Asahi is performed not with the fingertips, but with the entire palm.

Also, a significant difference between Japanese massage is its detoxifying effect on the skin and deeper tissues. This is explained by the fact that the movements of the massage therapist’s hands go along the lymphatic vessels, actively working in the areas where the lymph nodes are located. As a result, the outflow of lymph from the face and neck improves, which improves the process of removing toxins from the massaged area.

Zogan massage has a positive effect on the muscles of the facial part of the head, toning and strengthening them. Thanks to this effect, the oval of the face acquires clearer contours, wrinkles are reduced, and the appearance skin.

Asahi is perfect for preventing aging and its effectiveness is especially visible in the following cases:

1.Fighting expression lines

2. Lifting facial contours

3.Improving lymph outflow

4.Getting rid of edema

5.Getting rid of double chin

6.Improved skin quality and color

!!!Attention!!! Read:

Japanese facial massage is done with cream or hydrophilic oil. This is a mandatory requirement!

Unfortunately, Asahi is not suitable for everyone and you should definitely know this. Before you start doing it, you need to weigh all the pros and cons.

Here is a list of contraindications for its use. They are based on experience, so take them seriously:

1. Diseases of the lymphatic system

2. ENT diseases (especially sore tonsils) and even a common runny nose

3. Facial skin diseases

4. You should not do a massage if you feel sick (even with a runny nose), because inflammation also spreads with the lymph flow.

5. Take care of yourself during your period: for some, a massage will be great, for others the bleeding may increase. There is no ban on massage during menstruation, but watch yourself.

7. Massage relieves the face of swelling, so a thin face becomes even thinner. People with a small amount of fat on the face (with sunken cheeks) need to perform the massage very carefully and stop for a long time as soon as the effect of facial slimming occurs.

8. Very thin skin faces.

Basic rules that you need to know when performing the Asahi massage, “Become 10 years younger”:

1. Rejuvenating lymphatic drainage massage is performed on cleansed skin. Therefore, before the massage you need to wash your face with warm water and any cleanser.

2. Also, you need to study the localization of lymph nodes and vessels located on the face and neck. This knowledge is needed in order to fulfill one of the prerequisites for proper massage - improving lymphatic drainage. Here are the main groups of lymph nodes located on the face and neck:

a) parotid;

b) behind the ear;

c) occipital;

d) mandibular;

e) sublingual;

f) lymph nodes of the angle of the lower jaw;

g) anterior cervical.

3. Massage movements must have a strict focus, and it is individual for each exercise.

4. Pressure force on the skin and soft fabrics more intense than when performing a regular massage, and only when working in the area where lymph nodes and blood vessels are located, the movements are not so energetic. There should be no pain during the massage.

5. The massage is performed in a standing or sitting position, maintaining an even posture.

6. For easy sliding of hands over the skin, the face and neck are sufficiently lubricated a large number massage oil or cream. You must first check that the oil or cream does not cause an allergic reaction and is perfect for your skin.

7. To master the Zogan massage technique, first of all you need to learn the main massage element - the final action. This is what completes every Japanese massage exercise. Here detailed description this important technique:

a) with three fingers (index, middle and ring) of both hands, do not press too hard on the point located near the concha of the ears - in the area where the lymph nodes are located;

b) press not with your fingertips, but with the entire length, pressing your fingers tightly to the skin;

c) duration of pressure - 2 seconds;

Asahi for 25-35 years (with translation into Russian, male translator):

Asahi for of different ages(in Japanese, unfortunately not yet translated):