Why A-Listers Love Buccal Massage
When the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Kristen Bell, and Kate Moss start talking about their beauty secrets, the world listens. Celebrities known for their flawless skin and youthful appearance often go to extreme lengths to achieve their look, up to and including invasive plastic surgery. This time, though, the trend is not only non-invasive but accessible to the average person in the street.
Buccal massage has been making waves in the beauty world over the last few years. More and more people are discovering the joys of facial massages, not only to bring out their natural glow but also for their effects on well-being. This type of face massage might seem odd at first – to access the entire buccal area, your massage therapist will also massage inside your mouth – but the rewards are well worth it.
What is Buccal Massage?
Also called “intraoral massage,” buccal facial massage is a preventative and corrective technique that blends facial sculpting massage with an intra-oral massage (performed inside of the mouth).
Buccal Massage: The Benefits
Buccal facial massage targets the muscles and ligaments in and around the cheek (buccal) and jaw area. When our facial muscles get stiff – stress is the prime suspect, but it can also be caused by injuries and medical disorders – it obstructs blood flow and lymphatic circulation. This leads to dullness and puffiness, as well as drooping cheeks and jowls.
By releasing this tension through targeted pressure and massage, this treatment has a rejuvenating effect on the face. It helps to drain excess fluids, enhancing the contours of your face, particularly the jawline. This has the additional benefit of helping to clear acne breakouts. It can even help to reduce dark circles under the eyes.
Get Glowing From the Inside Out
The stimulation of the skin can also improve collagen production, improving the elasticity of your skin for a more youthful appearance. Releasing tension in the face can also smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles – it’s essentially the same principle behind Botox®. It provides a natural boost to your skin, bringing out your inner glow. Your skin will look and feel refreshed, lifted, and toned.
You’ll notice a difference immediately, but the real benefits will develop after a few hours once the fluids retained in your face have had time to drain and the skin has settled. As with most non-invasive, non-surgical procedures, the treatment should be repeated regularly for lasting results.
From Stress To Serenity: The Well-Being Bonus
Apart from looking your best, a buccal massage can help you feel it, too. Celebrities have raved about how relaxing they find the treatment. Carrying stress and tension in our faces can be more uncomfortable than we realize, subtly adding strain to every daily activity. Jaw pain and clenching can also be debilitating, affecting everything down to how we eat. Your massage therapist can unlock the stored stress and tension, releasing the knots and helping your jaw finally relax.
Some clients find that a buccal massage helps to ease their tension headaches and migraines. The treatment might be painful at first for those holding a lot of tension in their jaw or who have conditions like TMJ, but the relief is well worth it. This massage can also help stimulate the sinuses, encouraging proper drainage and reducing discomfort.
Take A Breath & Let It All Go
For some, holding tension in the jaw also means holding emotion there. Releasing the physical knots can lead to an emotional release – you might even find yourself getting a little teary, but it’s all good. Let the feeling flow through you and out like a full-body emotional sigh. It doesn’t happen for everyone, but some leave their buccal facial massage feeling lighter in the jawline and the heart.
Treat Yourself to a Luxurious Face Massage at SENSO NYC
Whether your goal is beauty, well-being, or a combination of the two, buccal facial massage can work wonders. This is one trend that absolutely lives up to the hype, and it’s not just for the rich and famous – you can try it for yourself. As the treatment has become more popular, it has become more widely available. And unlike invasive or surgical procedures, there isn’t a hefty price tag and recovery period attached to trying it out.
Of course, when it comes to any kind of facial massage, it pays to go to the experts. At SENSO Skin Experts, we’ve dedicated years to mastering the art and science of buccal massage, as well as other facial massage techniques. Our skilled massage therapists create a calming spa environment, allowing you to lie back and relax while they work. The results truly speak for themselves. Book an appointment with us and get ready for that gorgeous celebrity experience.