Sculpted Face Routine!
If you want a snatched jawline you NEED to be doing lymphatic drainage!
Lymph is essentially fluid mare up of white blood cells that attack bacteria in the body. It can get built up if we aren’t moving it around or if we aren’t giving it a proper place to drain.
For example, if you have poor posture, your lymph can easy get stuck in your body and can accumulate. This is why we also tend to have more lymph buildup in our faces.
Draining your lymph is important not only in your appearance but in the entire detox process, as you need to be able to properly drain before you can detox.
Here’s how I drain my face to help facilitate that process while also sculpting my face!
1) Pump at the terminus (the collarbone area) and under the ears. This gets the lymph nodes ready to collect lymph and send it back to the heart.
2) Start under your jaw and take the back of your hand and gently drain down towards the collar bone. You want to make sure that the fluid you feel draining is getting to that collarbone area.
3) Next, split your fingers and put one finger on top of the jawline and one underneath. Drain fluid to the ear area.
4) Make an “L” shape with your thumb and pointer finger and drain from your cheeks. Bring fluid to ear. You can also make the same split finger shape on your cheekbone and bring it to the ear as well. Make sure to massage under the eyes as well.
5) Draw little circles around the sides of your nose and then take your pointer finger and bring it towards your ears. You can also rub the side of your bridge starting at the corner of your eye and going down towards yhe tip of your nose, and out towards the ear.
6) Drain everything down the side of your neck again, bring everything to the collarbone.
7) Drink water and try to move around!!
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After struggling with puffiness and feeling like my jawline was losing its definition, I stumbled upon facial lymphatic drainage. Honestly, it's been a game-changer! I used to wonder if those 'snatched jawline' photos were even real, but with consistent effort, I've seen such a difference in my own face. It's not just about aesthetics; it's about feeling lighter and truly supporting my body's natural detox process. Many of us carry fluid retention in our faces, especially around the jawline and under the eyes, which can make us look tired or swollen. The lymph system, which is crucial for immunity and waste removal, doesn't have a pump like our circulatory system. It relies on movement and gentle massage to flow. That's where a dedicated facial lymphatic drainage routine comes in. When I first started, I focused on the basics: preparing my skin with a facial oil to ensure smooth gliding and avoiding unnecessary pulling. The key, as I learned from a 'collarbone lymphatic drainage technique' video, is always to guide the lymph towards specific drainage points. Starting at the terminus near the collarbone and then gently moving up towards the face is critical because it 'opens up' the pathways for the fluid to drain correctly. I make sure to really target my jawline. Using the technique of splitting my fingers – one above and one below – and gently sweeping towards my ears has helped define that area so much. For my cheeks, I find forming an 'L' shape with my hand and moving fluid towards the ear works wonders. Don't forget the under-eye area; very light, circular motions towards the temples can help with puffiness there. And of course, the neck! Repeated downward stroking from behind the ears all the way to the collarbone is essential to push everything down. Consistency is truly key. I try to incorporate this self-lymphatic drainage routine into my morning or evening skincare about 3-4 times a week. You don't need fancy tools; your hands are perfectly fine, though some people love using a gua sha or roller. The most important thing is to use light pressure and never drag your skin. You're trying to move fluid, not massage muscles deeply. Beyond the physical routine, I've found that staying hydrated and incorporating more movement into my day significantly enhances the results. Drinking plenty of water helps your lymphatic system function optimally, and even a brisk walk can stimulate lymph flow. The 'before after jawline' comparisons I've seen online motivated me, and I can honestly say that my face feels less puffy, my skin looks brighter, and my jawline is more defined. It's a small investment of time that offers big rewards for both appearance and overall well-being. Give it a try, and you might just discover your own 'sculpted face' secret!
just did this and it’s crazy how energized it can make you feel! i have to remind myself to stay hydrated tho when i do