There is one area of your face where the tension of the day often builds up like storm clouds - your forehead. We have become so accustomed to this tension that we are usually not even aware of it. But over time, it creates unsightly frown lines and forehead wrinkles. Many people then resort to Botox. I say you can also relax yourself properly.

Many people are permanently tense in the face and often don't even realise it. We get used to the feeling and think it is normal. We are not used to feeling our face and do not have a strong sense of perception in this area. I try to change this with my work.

Tense forehead - the birthplace of frown lines

The forehead area in particular is my speciality. It was my frown lines that led me to look into the mechanisms of ageing and the processes in the face almost 10 years ago. My frown lines are a thing of the past. I have the book „Chi instead of Botox„ where I describe exactly the methods that have helped me so much. For people who prefer to watch rather than read, I have a Online course created.

Our face deserves more attention

Here I would like to show you a little massage that you can use to relax the forehead area. What you wouldn't realise is that the neck area is connected to the forehead and this tension can be transmitted in both directions. I see people doing physiotherapy for the neck and practising and massaging intensively, while they are constantly tensing the forehead and creating new tension.

Massage for a beautiful forehead

Our face is an important part of our body. It has muscles and connective tissue just like the rest of our body and we have to learn to deal with it. A relaxed face not only makes you look more beautiful and prevents wrinkles, but also makes you feel much better. It has been scientifically proven that your facial expression influences your mood and well-being. So let's do something for your beauty and well-being!

1. zig-zag movements

We start with firmer massage strokes and massage the forehead area up and down with both index fingers. I recommend using either oil or aloe vera gel so that the skin is not so dry. 

For the first grip, we use the two index fingers and massage up and down across the forehead in a zig-zag pattern. The fingers always alternate: sometimes one is on top, then the other. And don't shy away from a little pressure, because it's necessary. You can also massage the frown lines.
(There is also a video about the massage today below).

As soon as you have finished, do the same again, only this time horizontally. This means you massage across the forehead in a zig-zag pattern again. The only difference is that the fingers don't go up and down, but alternate between left and right. 

The horizontal massage grip feels particularly good in the area between the eyebrows, as this is where the tension accumulates. Massage until the forehead has a light pink colour and you notice that the blood circulation has improved.

2nd tension point

Then press with the middle three fingers (index finger, middle finger, ring finger) in the centre between the two eyebrows. Massage them well. There is an acupressure point there that provides relaxation. This also has an effect on the entire forehead. So take your time and massage it out with small circular movements.

3. stretching

Now hold the ends of your eyebrows with both index fingers. Press them against the skin and pull them slightly apart. While holding them in this position, open your eyes wide. Repeat this process a few times.

 

4. stroking

Place your fingers in the centre of the forehead so that the fingertips are on the skin. Slide your fingers apart towards the side of the hairline. Don't apply too much pressure, just stroke your forehead very lightly. You are welcome to close your eyes and try to consciously relax. 

5. around the eyes

For the next massage stroke, place your middle fingers at the root of your nose. Ideally just below the eyebrows. Then slowly stroke a gentle circle around the eyebrows and eyes - up and out, down and in back to the starting point. Don't push the skin around, just use very light pressure and relax. We include the eyebrow muscle because it is involved in tensing the forehead. Repeat this movement a few times and enjoy the gentle touch.

6. massage the temples

Make small circles on the outside of your temples with your middle finger and index finger. We often do this movement when we have a headache as it has a relaxing effect. 

7. massage the hairline, pat the back of the head

Now massage the line at the hairline with a little more pressure. Again, use small circular movements. Massage the entire line on the forehead, not just a few areas. The scalp is part of the forehead muscle because it cannot be subdivided from the hairline. As we shouldn't forget the occipital muscle, we now tap our head lightly with our knuckles. 

8. massage the base of the skull bone

Finally, massage the area below the skull bone with circular movements. It is possible that there are painful points there. If you find any, massage them until the pain has subsided. All this tension is directly connected to your forehead. You can also massage further down in the neck area if this feels good to you.

 

 

VIDEO about the massage

 

 

 

 

If you find it difficult to follow the instructions, you can also watch the accompanying video. I think it's a nice addition and the more confidence you have when massaging, the more motivated you'll be to actually do it. And if you notice any tension in the forehead area, you can always use this massage!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The pictures by the way, this massage was drawn by my 17-year-old daughter.