There are two ways to look at your skincare routine: a) tasks you often want to skip, or b) a few minutes of much-needed me-time. If you want to get from point A to point B, you might want to up the zen factor of your daily activities a little.
Yes, it's important to fill your daily routine with dreamy textures and results-focused products you love to use, but it's also important to make sure the overall experience is calming and enjoyable - the perfect way to start the day or unwind before bed.
Acupressure originates from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and has been used for thousands of years to relieve tension and relax.
Since reducing stress has a positive impact on a healthy complexion (we're talking reduced breakouts and inflammation), it's also great for your skin. Read below to learn how to perform facial acupressure at home.
What is facial acupressure?
What is facial acupressure?
Acupressure, sometimes called "needle-less acupuncture," is an ancient Chinese medicine practice that involves applying pressure to specific parts of the body, called acupuncture points.
Practitioners believe these views are not coincidental; They correspond to our internal meridian system - or energy channels (called "qi" or "qi") - which bring the body back into balance.
Although there is no scientific evidence to support this belief system, some reports that applying physical pressure to these specific points can relieve jaw tension, relieve headaches, reduce eye puffiness, or at least feel quite relaxed.
How to perform facial acupressure at home. If you want professional acupressure treatment, you can contact an acupuncturist, massage therapist, or similar traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.
You can also perform acupressure yourself at home. Facial acupressure, in particular, is a simple practice that can be done anytime, anywhere.
However, we recommend that you use it in the morning and/or evening as the last step in your skincare routine (before sun protection). It takes just a few minutes to apply using a Zamak Facial Acupressure Stick
(like the one included in our limited-edition Skin Soothing Gift Set) or simply use your fingertips. If you're worried about swelling, try placing the tool in the refrigerator beforehand. Cool temperatures improve circulation and help reduce inflammation and swelling.
Ready to relax? Please follow our step-by-step instructions.
Practitioners believe these views are not coincidental; They correspond to our internal meridian system - or energy channels (called "qi" or "qi") - which bring the body back into balance.
Although there is no scientific evidence to support this belief system, some reports that applying physical pressure to these specific points can relieve jaw tension, relieve headaches, reduce eye puffiness, or at least feel quite relaxed.
How to perform facial acupressure at home. If you want professional acupressure treatment, you can contact an acupuncturist, massage therapist, or similar traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.
You can also perform acupressure yourself at home. Facial acupressure, in particular, is a simple practice that can be done anytime, anywhere.
However, we recommend that you use it in the morning and/or evening as the last step in your skincare routine (before sun protection). It takes just a few minutes to apply using a Zamak Facial Acupressure Stick
(like the one included in our limited-edition Skin Soothing Gift Set) or simply use your fingertips. If you're worried about swelling, try placing the tool in the refrigerator beforehand. Cool temperatures improve circulation and help reduce inflammation and swelling.
Ready to relax? Please follow our step-by-step instructions.
Step 1: Wash your hands thoroughly after using all skin care products (we recommend after using Advanced Night Cream or Antioxidant Oil Serum). Get a facial acupressure stick if you have one.
Step 2: Starting at the third eye (the space between the eyebrows), use light to medium pressure with the wand to massage that pressure point for three seconds.
Step 3: Continue massaging each highlighted pressure point (upper lip, cheekbones, sides of chin, forehead bones, and temples) in three-second increments, moving outward from the center of the face.
Step 4: To further relax, breathe deeply through your nose and exhale through your mouth each time you massage an acupoint.
Step 2: Starting at the third eye (the space between the eyebrows), use light to medium pressure with the wand to massage that pressure point for three seconds.
Step 3: Continue massaging each highlighted pressure point (upper lip, cheekbones, sides of chin, forehead bones, and temples) in three-second increments, moving outward from the center of the face.
Step 4: To further relax, breathe deeply through your nose and exhale through your mouth each time you massage an acupoint.
Step 5: Repeat the process three times or as many times as you like.
Step 6: Clean the tool with warm water and soap and pat dry. For enhanced cooling, store in the refrigerator.
Step 6: Clean the tool with warm water and soap and pat dry. For enhanced cooling, store in the refrigerator.
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