Get rid of sagging cheeks, define the chin line with facial yoga 1/3 (+video)

Chubby cheeks, also affectionately known as jowls, cause our facial contours to fade over time. After many years working in the beauty industry, I can only say: wrinkles are overrated. People judge your age at first glance based on completely different factors – and jowls play a crucial role in this.

Before we start studying wrinkles, our subconscious unconsciously assesses our posture and facial contours. A straight posture and a firm jawline signal youth. The older we get, the more our face „sags“.

Disappearing contours

Cosmetic doctors often offer facelifts or thread lifts. However, this is rather like hanging the leaves of a wilting plant on the wall with threads. We prefer to use natural methods that strengthen the tissue from within.

My three-part free series

As sagging cheeks are a common concern in my live classes, I’ve created this series. In the first two parts, you’ll learn targeted facial yoga exercises; in the third part, I’ll show you scraping techniques and acupressure points.

Jowls rarely come on their own

They are often accompanied by pronounced nasolabial folds and bags under the eyes. The skin becomes thinner, the connective tissue weaker, and fat deposits slip downwards because the muscles no longer provide sufficient support.

Firming with facial yoga

The following exercises help to tone the muscle fibres in the cheek and chin area. The muscles gain volume and act as a natural filler to smooth the skin once again.

The series is also available as a video on YouTube

For anyone who’d rather watch than read: you’ll find the video at the end of the article. Remember: only regular practice leads to visible results.

Exercise 1: Fist under the chin

Straighten your spine. Place one fist under your chin and support it with your other hand. Press your chin firmly against your fist, as if you were trying to open your mouth. Hold the tension for 30 to 40 seconds. This strengthens the entire area right down to your décolleté.

IMPORTANT: Jaw relaxation

Tension in the jaw is often directly linked to neck pain or teeth grinding. Gently tap or massage your jaw between exercises. You can also „snort“ like a horse to relax your lips and jaw.

Exercise 2: The ‘O’ smile

Pull your lips over your teeth and form an ‘O’. Hold the tension and then try to smile whilst in this position. Alternate rhythmically between the ‘O’ and the smile for 30 to 40 seconds.

Exercise 3: Tightening the cheek muscles

Place the palms of your hands between your lower jaw and cheekbones. Gently push the tissue backwards and upwards. Now push your lower jaw firmly forwards against the resistance of your hands. Repeat for 30 to 40 seconds.

Exercise 4: Holding your chin

Push your lips over your teeth and press your fingers firmly against your chin. Open your mouth and try to close it again against the pressure of your fingers. As you do so, slowly tilt your head back and then bring it back to its original position.

Help yourself

You are the only person who can do what’s best for your face. Expensive creams alone won’t give you a radiant glow – only movement and the flow of energy can do that. In my online course, I’ll show you, step by step, how to become your own expert.

VIDEO

Click on the image to watch the video with the exercises on YouTube: