Facial massagers for wrinkles. Rating of the best, reviews of cosmetologists, which one to choose.

According to manufacturers, facial massagers can help women over 40 get rid of wrinkles at home. Before deciding on the feasibility 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.

Being competent in the topic in question, the buyer will be able to choose the right massager, focusing on his needs and understanding what results he can achieve with the help of the device.

How to choose a facial massager?

Facial massagers (such devices, according to dealer recommendations, are designed to relieve wrinkles for middle-aged women) are much more popular among modern women who care about their appearance than injections of botulinum toxin or other " beauty injections.

Beauty salons, adapting to the needs of their clients, everywhere introduce hardware and manual facial massages into their list of services. Despite this, in an effort to save on visiting a beautician, women in some cases decide to purchase a massager for home use.

To get the maximum result from home care procedures, you should initially choose the right massager, focusing not only on the changes that should occur after use, but also oninitial parameters, the main of which are:

• Type of skin.
• Skin characteristics (sensitivity, tendency to peeling, irritation, etc. ).
• The presence of allergic reactions, which manifest themselves in the form of rashes on the body.
• The presence of open wounds or other mechanical damage to the skin.

Professional cosmetologists recommend.select a massage device for facial care at home, focusing onMain features:

• Comfortable placement of the massager body in your hands.This is important, since due to the need for frequent use, an uncomfortable exercise machine, which causes discomfort, will not only reduce the effectiveness of the procedures performed, but will also lead to irregular facial skin care by its owner. Preference should be given to massagers with a rubber body and ergonomic handle.
• Raincoat.Among the basic recommendations of the massager manufacturer, it is worth noting that the device can be used in the bathroom or on wet skin.
• Massaging mass.The best option would be an intermediate one, weighing 2 to 3 kg. Larger devices are inconvenient to use, and in the vast majority of cases, miniature ones do not have enough power.
• Battery availability.Battery-powered devices break down faster.
• Massager power.The higher this indicator, the more effective the use of a particular device will be.

• Additional attachments available.An advantage, especially for women whose skin type varies from one area of the face to another.

How does a facial massager help?

Before purchasing a facial massager, a woman should understand how the vast majority of these devices actually help.

According to experts who have studied this issue from the point of view of evidence-based technology, facial massagers belonging to the middle segment are capable of:

• Smoothes superficial expression wrinklesLocated in the most delicate areas of the face. For example, the area under the eyes, eyelids, nasolabial folds, etc.
• Ensure the deepest penetration of the cosmetic product applied before the massage procedure.Cosmetologists recommend using a moisturizing serum, as it not only promotes deep nutrition of the skin, but also does not leave a greasy shine after use.
• Eliminate swelling.Some types of massagers, acting on the skin with high-frequency impulses, remove excess fluid from the deep layers, thereby helping to relieve puffiness and reduce the size of bruises under the eyes, if they were not caused by the structure of the face.
• Improve blood circulation.Not only hardware facial massagers normalize blood and lymph flow, but also manual ones, for example, jade ones or mesoscooters.
• Increases skin elasticity.This is especially true for mesoscooters, which, with the correct selection of cosmetic products used in combination, can provide a woman at home with a result that is not inferior in quality to the result of a course of salon procedures with a similar purpose.
• Narrow pores.Especially relevant for people with oily skin.
• Saturates the skin with oxygen.Oxygen-enriched skin has an even tone and is not prone to pigmentation or rashes.
• Strengthen natural collagen production.body.
• Clear skinof surface contaminants, including cosmetics, makeup, etc. Insufficient cleansing of the skin can lead to clogging of pores, the formation of pigmentation and an increase in the depth of existing wrinkles.

Advantages and disadvantages of facial massagers.

Facial massagers for wrinkles, like other types of skin care procedures, have their advantages and disadvantages.

The positive aspects of such inventions include:

• Possibility of carrying out procedures at home., regardless of your financial situation at the current moment, focusing on your temporary capabilities. This point is especially important for women who, due to life circumstances, are forced to spend most of their waking hours at work.
• Availability of a wide range of facial massagers.This allows every woman, regardless of her financial ability, to choose the device that suits her needs.

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

Cosmetologists include the following disadvantages of this type of technology:

• The high cost of very high-quality massagers that can provide their owner with visible results after 10 sessions carried out with an interval of 1 to 3 days. The specific duration of the course and the frequency of procedures are determined by the woman's initial data, as well as the type of device itself.
• Despite the presence of officially confirmed data on cases of visible transformation of the skin of women's faces after regular use of massagers, no manufacturer offers guarantees that apply to everyone.
• There is a risk of developing side effects, which usually manifest themselves in the form of skin rashes, increased depth of existing wrinkles and allergic reactions.
• There are several absolute contraindications.

Can everyone get a facial massage?

Anti-wrinkle facial massagers are prohibited for use by people who have at least one contraindication from the following list:

• acute inflammatory diseases of internal organs;
• increased body temperature, regardless of the cause;
• the presence of benign or malignant neoplasms (the prohibition of using a massager in this case is due to the fact that any stimulation of lymphatic and blood flow provokes the growth of the tumor and creates the risk of the neoplasm turning from "benign" to " malignant"). " state);
• diseases of the cardiovascular system (regardless of the complexity of the pathology);
• pregnancy (from the first trimester);
• breastfeeding period (facial massage helps remove waste and toxins from the body, which means that waste substances can partially 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 care procedures of this type are not carried out, the woman runs the risk of not only aggravating the current state of her skin, but also negatively affecting her health in the future. general.

If in doubt about an existing disease, it is recommended to consult a qualified doctor, dermatologist or cosmetologist with medical training. Doctors, in some cases, by ordering additional examination, will be able to accurately determine whether facial massage at home will harm a particular woman.

Types of anti-wrinkle massagers

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

• Empty.Officially recognized as the most effective in the fight against wrinkles in aging skin. They are used not only to soften problem areas, but also to cleanse the skin. With regular use of a vacuum massager, a woman will be able to open the pores, "pull out" the impurities present in them and then increase the production of collagen and elastin. The absolute contraindications in this case are pregnancy, from the first trimester, high blood pressure, kidney pathologies and venous diseases.

• Mechanical roller.They are the simplest design, the principle of operation of which is based on a mechanical surface effect on the skin. The device itself usually looks like a solid roller (in some cases there may be several of them) attached to a special handle. The most popular and effective are wooden, stone or plastic rollers.
• Myostimulators.Electric massager that affects the skin with microfrequencies. This type of device is especially popular due to the similarity of its operation with salon devices. The advantage of myostimulators also lies in the fact that they not only soften the woman's skin, but also eliminate fat deposits in the cheek area, thereby accentuating the oval of the face.
• Ultrasonic.The principle of operation of ultrasonic massagers is the penetration of ultrasonic waves into skin cells, causing their periodic compression and relaxation. As a result of such movements, the skin becomes more elastic and the volume of collagen and elastin produced by the body independently increases.
• Oxygen.Its effect on human skin is absolutely painless, but no less effective. These types of devices saturate the layers of the skin with oxygen, thus achieving deep hydration, improving the complexion and smoothing facial wrinkles.

Rating of the best facial massagers.

The rating of the best facial massagers designed for performing skin care procedures at home includes:

Massager name	a brief description of
Electric massager for facial cleansing and massage.	This massager comes with 6 accessories designed to deeply cleanse the skin, as well as stimulate blood and lymph flow. The main advantage of this device is considered to be the average cost in the consumer market, as well as the hypoallergenic mouthpiece made of premium silicone. The massager is battery operated. The speed and direction of rotation of the nozzle are regulated using a special toggle switch on the handle of the device.
Ultrasonic microcurrent massager.	Ultrasonic massagers affect a woman's skin at a biochemical level, so the anti-aging effect of their use is achieved after 1 or 2 cycles, which consist of regularly performed procedures. This device has 2 operating modes, which are recommended to be configured taking into account the person's skin type. The massager is battery operated.
Lymphatic drainage roller massager.	A unique device that works with 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 specialists in a cosmetology salon. To enhance the massage effect, it is recommended to use the device heated or, conversely, cooled to maximum values, depending on the purpose of its use.
Vibrating massager	A compact and elegant device designed more for superficial facial massages. With regular use, a massager can speed up blood flow, tighten pores, and minimize the appearance of fine lines. The main advantage of this device is its absolute waterproofness. The basic package includes 4 mouthpieces made of premium hypoallergenic silicone. From batteries.
Quartz massager	Double-sided design made with completely natural materials. According to the manufacturer, the massager in question is capable of relieving puffiness around a woman's eyes, as well as tightening the most problematic areas of the face, such as the eyelids. To achieve maximum effect, it is best to use this device with natural oils that can not only visually transform the skin, but also moisturize it as deeply as possible.
Ultrasonic massager (5 modes)	This device is aimed at eliminating age-related skin changes, in particular, the formation of facial wrinkles, loss of facial skin tone and the appearance of pigmentation associated with hormonal changes in the body. Microcurrents affect the facial skin at the cellular level, maintaining the speed of metabolic processes. The only thing that is recommended to pay attention to before purchasing this device is its mandatory use together with a special cream-gel that has a tightening effect. Otherwise, the effectiveness of using an ultrasonic massager will significantly decrease.

Preparing the face for the procedure.

Facial massagers designed to help women get rid of wrinkles require certain rules to be followed when preparing the skin before using them.

Cosmetologists advise following this algorithm:

1. Completely removes existing makeup.To do this, you need to wipe your face several times with a cotton pad soaked in tonic or micellar water. It is recommended to repeat cleaning until the cotton is white after treating the face.
2. Apply the day or night cream evenly and thinly., depending on the time of day the skin care procedure is performed. With massaging movements, you need to rub the composition until it dries completely onto the skin. If, despite the massage movements, the cream is not completely absorbed, remove the excess with a cotton pad and then dry the skin.

3. Give your skin a rest10-15 min.
4. During this time, you should prepare a chamomile infusion., fill 2 filter bags with grass with 100 ml of warm water and then let the composition settle.
5. Once the specified time has elapsed, a cotton pad should be moistened with chamomile infusion and then generously wipe the face.The liquid should be warm. Alternatively, you can make a chamomile compress by placing gauze soaked in a herbal composition on your face for 10 minutes.

How to use the massager yourself

It is necessary to use a facial massager strictly in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer and experienced cosmetologists who understand the physiological processes occurring in tissues during exposure to the skin of a massage device, regardless of its type.

Among them:

• follow the sequence of actions when using the device directly, recommended by the device manufacturer;
• If the massager has the option to change the direction of rotation of the nozzle, it is recommended to install it so that the massage movements are always directed from the nose to the sides of the face. If a woman uses a hand-held massager, the movements should also be directed from the center of the face to the edges, according to the main massage lines;
• the duration of the procedure should be increased gradually, starting from 5 minutes, eventually moving to a massage lasting 15-20 minutes (if you do the massage for a long time from the first procedure, the risk of mechanical damage to the skin increases);
• The standard course of care procedures is 10 to 12 sessions, performed every 1 to 2 days. This period is enough for the skin to fully recover and be ready for further exposure to the massager.

As assistants in the fight against wrinkles, it is recommended to use facial massagers after 35-40 years. For girls, these devices can be useful for other people: they narrow pores, stimulate the production of elastin and collagen, and also even out the complexion, smoothing traces of acne and other rashes.

By understanding how to choose the right facial massager, a woman will be able to make not only a useful, but also financially profitable purchase (based on the price of 1 massage session at home compared to a salon massage).