Face massagers against wrinkles. The best reviews, opinions of beauticians, which one should I choose

According to the manufacturers, facial massagers can help women over 40 get rid of wrinkles at home. Before deciding on the advisability of such a purchase, it is recommended to study this issue not only from the point of view of the effect of the device on the layers of the skin, but also from the point of view of human physiology.

The buyer will be able to competently choose the right massager, focusing on his needs, and understand what results he can achieve with the help of the device.

How to choose a facial massager?

Facial massagers (such devices, according to distributors, are used to relieve wrinkles in middle-aged women) are much more popular among modern women concerned with their appearance than botulinum toxin injections or other "beauty injections".

In line with the needs of their customers, beauty salons everywhere introduce hardware and manual facial massages to their range of services. Nevertheless, in order to save a visit to the beautician, women in some cases decide to buy a massager for home use.

To achieve the maximum results of home care procedures, you must first choose the right massager, focusing not only on what changes occur after use, but alsoinitial parameters, the main ones of which are:

• Skin type.
• Skin characteristics (sensitivity, tendency to peel, irritation, etc. ).
• The presence of allergic reactions, which manifests itself in the form of rashes on the body.
• The presence of open wounds or other mechanical damage to the skin.

Recommended by professional beauticianschoose a massage device for facial care at home, focusingMain characteristics:

• Comfortable positioning of the massager's body in the hand.This is important because an uncomfortable exercise machine that causes discomfort due to frequent use not only reduces the effectiveness of the performed procedures, but also causes irregular facial skin care on the part of its owner. Preference should be given to massagers with a rubberized body and an ergonomic handle.
• Waterproof.Among the basic recommendations of the massager manufacturer, it should be noted that the device can be used in the bathroom or on wet skin.
• Massaging mass.The best solution is an intermediate weight of 2-3 kg. More massive devices are inconvenient to use, and miniatures in the vast majority of cases do not have enough energy.
• Availability of the battery.Battery operated devices break down faster.
• Massaging power.The higher this indicator, the more effective the use of a particular tool will be.

• Availability of additional attachments.An advantage, especially for women whose skin type varies from area to area of the face.

How does the facial massager help?

Before buying a face massager, a woman should understand that the vast majority of such devices really help.

According to experts examining the issue from the point of view of evidence-based technology, facial massagers belonging to the middle segment are able to:

• Smoothes superficial wrinkleslocated on the most delicate areas of the face. For example, the area under the eyes, eyelids, nasolabial folds, etc.
• Make sure that the cosmetic product has the deepest penetration before the massage treatment.Beauticians advise using a moisturizing serum, as it not only promotes deep nourishment of the skin, but also does not leave a greasy shine after use.
• Remove the swelling.Some types of massage, which affect the skin with high-frequency pulses, remove excess fluid from the deep layers, thus helping to reduce swelling and reduce the size of bruises under the eyes, if they are not caused by the structure of the face.
• Improve blood circulation.Not only hardware facial massagers normalize blood and lymph flow, but also manual massagers, such as jade or mesoscooters.
• Increase skin elasticity.This is especially true for meso-scooters, which, with the correct choice of combined cosmetic products, can provide a woman with a result at home that is no worse in quality than the result of a salon procedure with a similar purpose.
• Narrow pores.It is especially important for people with oily skin.
• Saturates the skin with oxygen.Skin enriched with oxygen has an even tone, is not prone to pigmentation and rashes.
• Boost natural collagen productionbody.
• Clean skinfrom surface contamination, including cosmetics, make-up, etc. Insufficient cleaning of the skin can lead to clogging of pores, the formation of pigment spots, and an increase in the depth of existing wrinkles.

Advantages and disadvantages of facial massagers

Anti-wrinkle face massagers, like other skin care procedures, have their advantages and disadvantages.

The positive aspects of such inventions are:

• Possibility to perform the procedures at home, regardless of your current financial situation, focusing on your transitional abilities. This point is especially important for women who, due to their living conditions, are forced to spend most of their waking hours at work.
• A wide selection of facial massagers is available.This allows every woman, regardless of her financial capabilities, to choose a tool that suits her needs.

• Ease of use of the device type in question.To perform a massage, a woman does not need to have special knowledge in the field of medicine or cosmetology, since the manufacturer includes detailed instructions with the device, after studying which anyone can perform the manipulations.
• Availability of this type of care.If we divide the cost of the facial simulator by the average number of procedures within one course, the price of 1 session will be at least 2 times lower than the salon price.
• The ability to completely abandon botulinum toxin injections over timeor other "beauty injections" that are officially recognized as potentially dangerous to women's health.
• The possibility of getting rid of other skin problems, in addition to the presence of wrinkles. For example, reduce the number of breakouts or narrow pores, eliminate oily shine.

Beauticians list the following disadvantages of this type of technology:

• The high price of really good quality massagers, which give their owner visible results after 10 sessions, at intervals of 1-3 days. The specific duration and frequency of the procedures are determined by the woman's initial data and the type of device itself.
• Despite the fact that there are officially confirmed data on the visible transformations of women's facial skin after regular use of massagers, no manufacturer provides a guarantee valid for everyone.
• There is a risk of developing side effects, which usually appear in the form of skin rashes, an increase in the depth of existing wrinkles, and allergic reactions.
• There are several absolute contraindications.

Can everyone get a facial massage?

The use of anti-wrinkle face massagers is prohibited for people who have at least one contraindication from the list below:

• acute inflammatory diseases of internal organs;
• increased body temperature, regardless of what caused it;
• the presence of benign or malignant tumors (the prohibition to use the massager in this case is due to the fact that any stimulation of lymph flow and blood flow provokes the growth of the tumor, and there is a risk that the neoplasm will transform from "benign" to malignant. " condition);
• cardiovascular diseases (regardless of the complexity of the pathology);
• pregnancy (from the 1st trimester);
• lactation period (facial massage helps to remove waste products and toxins from the body, which means that some of the waste products can pass into breast milk, which can harm the baby);
• thyroid diseases;
• hormonal imbalances;
• tuberculosis;
• diabetes;
• open skin lesions;
• psoriasis;
• skin rashes caused by viral infections of the body.

If the recommendations of specialists are not followed and these types of care procedures are not carried out, a woman will not only worsen the current condition of the skin, but also negatively affect her health in general.

If there are doubts about an existing disease, it is recommended to consult a doctor, dermatologist or qualified beautician. In some cases, by ordering further examination, doctors will be able to determine exactly whether facial massage at home is harmful to a particular woman.

Types of anti-wrinkle massager

Anti-wrinkle face massagers can be of several types depending on their main purpose:

• Vacuum.Officially recognized as the most effective in the fight against aging skin wrinkles. It is used not only to smooth problem areas, but also to clean the skin. By regularly using the vacuum massager, the woman will be able to open the pores, "draw out" the impurities in them, and then increase the production of collagen and elastin. Absolute contraindications in this case are pregnancy, starting from the 1st trimester, high blood pressure, kidney pathologies andvenous diseases.

• Mechanical roller.They are the simplest design, the principle of operation is based on the mechanical surface effect of the skin. The device itself usually looks like a solid roller attached to a special handle (in some cases, there may be several of them). The most popular and most effective are rollers made of wood, stone or plastic.
• Myostimulators.Electric massager that acts on the skin with micro frequencies. This type of device is particularly popular because it works similar to salon devices. The advantage of myostimulators also lies in the fact that they not only smooth a woman's skin, but also eliminate fat deposits in the facial area, thus drawing out the oval of the face.
• Ultrasonic.The operating principle of ultrasonic massagers is the penetration of ultrasound waves into the skin cells, provoking their periodic compression and relaxation. As a result of such movements, the skin becomes more flexible, and the amount of collagen and elastin produced independently by the body increases.
• Oxygen.Their effect on human skin is completely painless, but no less effective. This type of device saturates the layers of the skin with oxygen, thereby achieving deep hydration, improving the complexion, and smoothing mimic wrinkles.

Review of the best facial massagers

Our review of the best facial massagers designed for home skin care procedures include:

Masseur's name	brief description
Electric massager for facial cleansing and massage	This massager has 6 attachments designed to deeply cleanse the skin and stimulate blood and lymph flow. The main advantage of this device in the consumer market is the average cost, as well as the hypoallergenic nozzle made of premium silicone. The massager works with batteries. The speed and direction of rotation of the nozzle is regulated by a special rocker switch on the handle of the device.
Ultrasonic microcurrent massager	Ultrasonic massagers affect a woman's skin at a biochemical level, thanks to which the anti-aging effect of their use can be achieved after 1-2 courses of regularly performed procedures. This device has 2 operating modes, which are recommended to be adjusted according to the person's skin type. The massager works with batteries.
Massager with lymphatic drainage rollers	A unique device powered by sunlight. The massager consists of 2 rotating rollers mounted on the main handle. In terms of its effect on the skin, the device is similar to a manual facial massage performed by professionals in a beauty salon. In order to enhance the effect of the massage, depending on the purpose of use, it is recommended to use the device warmed up or, conversely, cooled to maximum values.
Vibrating massager	A stylish, compact device designed for more superficial facial massage. With regular use, the massager can accelerate blood flow, tighten pores and minimize the appearance of fine lines. The main advantage of this device is absolute water resistance. The basic package contains 4 nozzles made of premium quality hypoallergenic silicone. Battery operated.
Quartz massager	Double-sided design made of completely natural materials. According to the manufacturer, the massager in question is suitable for relieving swelling around the eyes of women, as well as for tightening the most problematic areas of the face, such as the eyelids. To achieve the maximum effect, this tool is best used with natural oils, which not only visually transform the skin, but also moisturize it as deeply as possible.
Ultrasonic massager (5 modes)	This tool is used to eliminate age-related skin changes, especially the formation of mimic wrinkles, the loss of facial skin tone, and the appearance of pigmentation related to hormonal changes in the body. Microcurrents affect the skin of the face at the cellular level, maintaining the speed of metabolic processes. Before buying the device, the only thing worth paying attention to is the mandatory use of a special firming cream gel. Otherwise, the effectiveness of using the ultrasonic massager will be significantly reduced.

Preparing the face for the procedure

Facial massagers designed to help women get rid of wrinkles require certain rules in preparing the skin before use.

Beauticians recommend this algorithm:

1. Completely remove existing makeup.To do this, wipe the face several times with a cotton pad dipped in a tonic or micellar water. We recommend that you repeat the wipe after facial treatment until the cotton pad is white.
2. Apply the day or night cream evenly and thinly, depending on what time of day the skin care procedure is performed. Rub the composition with massage movements until it dries completely on the skin. If the cream is not completely absorbed despite the massage movements, remove the excess with a cotton pad and then wipe the skin dry.

3. Give your skin a rest10-15 minutes.
4. During this time, you need to brew chamomile infusion, fill 2 filter bags with grass with 100 ml of warm water and let it boil.
5. After the specified time, a cotton pad should be moistened with chamomile infusion, and then wipe the face thoroughly.The liquid should be warm. Alternatively, you can make a chamomile poultice by placing gauze soaked in an herbal preparation on your face for 10 minutes.

How to use the massager yourself

A face massager should be used strictly in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer and experienced beauticians who know the physiological processes that occur in tissues during contact with the skin of the massage device, regardless of its type.

Among them:

• follow the sequence of actions recommended by the device manufacturer when using the device directly;
• If the massager has the possibility to change the direction of rotation of the nozzle, it is recommended to install it so that the massaging movements are always directed from the nose to the side of the face. If a woman uses a manual massager, movements should also be directed from the center of the face to the edges, in accordance with the main massage lines;
• the duration of the procedure should be increased gradually, starting from 5 minutes, and finally it should be switched to a 15-20 minute massage (if you perform the massage for a long time from the first procedure, the risk of mechanical damage to the skin increases);
• The usual course of care procedures is performed 10-12 times, every 1-2 days. This period is enough for the skin to fully recover and be ready for further exposure to the massager.

As helpers in the fight against wrinkles, facial massagers are recommended to be used after 35-40 years of age. For young girls, these tools can be useful for others - they narrow the pores, stimulate the production of elastin and collagen, as well as even out the complexion, smooth out the traces of acne and other rashes.

By understanding how to choose the right face massager, a woman can make not only a useful, but also an economically profitable purchase (the price of 1 home massage treatment compared to a salon massage).