Angela Rosoff, 53, was initially sceptical of the ‘fad’ but decided to give it a go after being blown away by a colleague’s ‘stunning’ results
Women often begin their anti-ageing regimens around the age of 26 and can spend an average of £1200 annually on beauty treatments. But imagine achieving a youthful appearance naturally, bypassing those expenses.
Enters Angela Rosoff – a woman in her fifties who has managed to evade the signs of ageing without resorting to Botox or fillers. At 53, she appears years younger, crediting face yoga for her youthful looks.
Initially dubious, Angela gave face yoga a go after witnessing a colleague’s “stunning” transformation. She quickly observed subtle improvements.
Just six weeks into her new routine, Angela described the change as “undeniable”. Her facial features seemed more lifted, under-eye bags diminished, and her complexion was “glowing”.
She attributes these enhancements to increased blood flow, resulting in more “radiance, improved elasticity, and a reduction in sun damage”. Remarkably, at 53, Angela occasionally still gets asked for ID when purchasing alcohol, reports Surrey Live.
More than just physical benefits, Angela attests that face yoga has elevated her self-esteem and overall mood. “I was excited to look in the mirror, do my practice, and even put on makeup – though I needed much less because my skin was glowing,” she shared.
Angela is now collaborating with the Luvly Face Yoga app, aiding in course development so others can reap similar transformative results. The app offers guided exercises, progress tracking, and encourages consistency among its users.
What is face yoga?
Face yoga is the term given to contemporary techniques that encompass facial exercises and massage methods aimed at improving personal aesthetics. It is increasingly being seen as a natural, risk-free alternative to cosmetic surgery.
By adopting a regular face yoga practice, individuals may combat or diminish signs of ageing such as wrinkles and fine lines, reduce facial puffiness, illuminate their complexion, lessen skin imperfections, and potentially alter their facial contours. There is some evidence suggesting that face yoga can lead to improvements in one’s facial looks and muscle strength, particularly for women of middle age.
Yet, the scientific research on this subject remains sparse, and results tend to vary depending on a range of factors, including the dedication to ongoing practice. A featured article in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) observed that a 30-minute daily or alternate-day facial exercise regime maintained for 20 weeks could offer modest enhancements in facial aesthetics for certain mid-aged women.
This is reinforced by a declaration from Luvly’s web platform stating: “With any health-related topic, it is crucial to get your facts only from the most reliable and credible sources. At Luvly, we take our responsibility before our users seriously, so we ensure that all our medical content is reviewed by professionals.”
The website explains: “When practised correctly and regularly, face yoga can engage all 57 facial muscles, one or a few muscle groups at a time. This muscular activity helps the skin produce collagen and elastin, which are essential for maintaining youthful and healthy-looking skin.
“Moving facial fascia – the macroscopic membranous bodily structures between the muscles – with fingers, flat palms, or other tools such as rollers helps with blood circulation that ensures effective delivery of nutrients to the skin and facial muscles.
“It also helps to release the tension that we unknowingly hold in our faces, necks, and shoulders, causing bad posture, wrinkle formation, and face puffiness. At the end of the day, the results depend on how committed you are to the practice.”
Understanding that outcomes can differ based on various factors, including age, skin elasticity, and genetics is essential. While face yoga can be beneficial, it shouldn’t be seen as a replacement for more established treatments like fillers, skin resurfacing, or cosmetic surgery.
