At the end of November I completed a training course on Facial Acupressure Therapy with the lovely Heid Armstrong and throughout December I have been practising on my clients as part of their feet and hand treatments. I have been amazed at how relaxed they have felt after a treatment. The feedback after a treatment has been fantastic. I am super excited to be able to offer this as a 1-hour treatment on its own or as part of a 1.5-hour treatment along with the feet and/or hands.
So, I would just like to share a little more information of what facial acupressure is, what a treatment includes and its benefits.
What is Facial Acupressure Therapy?
Acupressure Facial Therapy includes working specific points on your face as well as massaging the muscles to release tension and stress. By applying pressure it can help to unblock congested energy, strengthen weak energy or calm overactive energy. Having a rich, smooth flow of energy is essential to maintain a healthy body and mind. As our face structure is designed specifically to allow us to express how we feel it can result in a lot of emotion being held here, especially in the jaw.
It also includes working the body’s organs mapped on the face using the Chinese Face Chart to support the physical and emotional function of each organ. An imbalances in an organ can often by identified by looking at the skin such as if it is dry, has spots, or different colour. For example dark circles under the eyes is associated with the kidney’s and linked to dehydration or low energy levels.
What does Facial Acupressure Therapy Treatment Include?
- Neck and scalp massage working the tissues to release tension.
- Facial cleansing to clean and prepare the face ready for the facial massage.
- Applying pressure to the acupressure points located on the chest, neck, head, and face.
- Facial massage working the body’s organs located on the face using the Chinese face chart to support the whole body.
- Light pressure work focusing on draining the lymphatic system.
What are the Benefits of Facial Acupressure Therapy?
It:
- Deeply calms the central nervous system and therefore very beneficial for chronic conditions.
- Releases tension in the face by working through the different layers of tissue (these are the most used muscles in our body).
- Releases fascia (tissue surrounding the skin & organs) and therefore stimulates the production of collagen (reduce those lines!).
- Increases the blood supply to the face and aids lymphatic drainage therefore supporting the removal of toxins.
- Stimulates acupressure points to free the energy so the body can begin to re-balance.
- Is a deeply relaxing treatment for your whole body, not just the face!
What Can Facial Acupressure Help with?
- Migraines, headaches, dizziness
- Sinuses issues
- Sleep
- Balancing the mind – especially if you overthink, worry, feel frustrated
- Ear issues
- Neck and back pain/tension
- Emotional regulation
- Stress, anxiety
Would You Like to Feel Deeply Relaxed?
Please contact Nicola Fox on 07889137168 or email nicola@reflexology.co.uk to book your Facial Acupressure Therapy Treatment. For any other information on reflexology you can click here