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

According to manufacturers, facial massage devices can help women over 40 get rid of wrinkles at home. Before deciding on the advisability 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 ofhuman physiology.

Being competent in the field under consideration, 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 the recommendations of distributors, are designed to relieve middle-aged women from wrinkles) are much more popular among modern women who care about their appearance than botulinum toxin injections or other "injections ofbeauty ".

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

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

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

Professional cosmetologists recommendselect a massage device for facial care at home, focusing onMain Features:

• Convenient placement of the massager body in your hands.This is important because, due to the need for frequent use, an inconvenient exercise device, causing discomfort, will not only reduce the effectiveness of the procedures performed, but will also lead to irregular care of the facial skin ofthe part of its owner. Preference should be given to massagers with a rubberized body and an ergonomic handle.
• Raincoat.Among the basic recommendations of the massager manufacturer, it should be noted that the device can be used in the bathroom or on wet skin.
• Masseuse mass.The best option would be an intermediate option, weighing 2-3 kg. More massive devices are inconvenient to use, and miniatures in the vast majority of cases do not have enough power.
• Battery availability.Battery-powered devices break down more quickly.
• Power of the massager.The higher this indicator, the more effective the use of a particular device will be.

• Availability of additional attachments.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 are actually useful.

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:

• Smooth superficial expression lineslocated 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 advise using a moisturizing serum, as it not only promotes deep nutrition of the skin, but also does not leave a greasy shine after use.
• Eliminates swelling.Some types of massagers, acting on the skin with high-frequency pulses, remove excess fluid from deep layers, helping to relieve swelling and reduce the size of bruises under the eyes, if they are not causedby the structure of the face.
• Improve blood circulation.Not only hardware facial massagers normalize blood and lymph flow, but also manual massagers, for example, jade 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 not inferior in quality to a series of salon procedures in asimilar purpose.
• Narrow pores.Particularly relevant for oily skin.
• Saturate the skin with oxygen.Oxygen-enriched skin has an even tone and is not prone to pigmentation or breakouts.
• Strengthen the production of natural collagenbody.
• Clean skinsurface contaminants, including cosmetics, makeup, etc. Insufficient cleansing of the skin can lead to clogged 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 pros and cons.

The positive aspects of these inventions include:

• Possibility of carrying out procedures at home, whatever your current financial situation, by focusing on your temporary capacities. 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 capabilities, to choose a device suited to her needs.

• Ease of use of the type of device in question.To get a massage, a woman does not need to have specific knowledge in the field of medicine or cosmetology, since the manufacturer accompanies his device with detailed instructions, after studying which anyone can perform themanipulations.
• Availability of this type of care.If the cost of a facial simulator is divided by the average number of procedures within a course, the price of a session will be at least 2 times lower than the salon price.
• The possibility of completely abandoning botulinum toxin injections over timeor other "beauty injections" officially recognized as potentially dangerous to women’s health.
• Ability to get rid of other skin problems, in addition to the presence of wrinkles. For example, reduce the number of breakouts 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 give their owner visible results after 10 sessions, carried out at intervals of 1-3 days. The specific duration of the course and the frequency of procedures are determined by the initial data of the woman, as well as the type of device itself.
• Despite the presence of officially confirmed data on cases of visible transformation of the facial skin of women after regular use of massagers, no manufacturer provides guarantees that would apply to everyone.
• There is a risk of developing side effects, which usually manifest themselves in the form of skin rashes, an increase in the depth of existing wrinkles and allergic reactions.
• There are a number of absolute contraindications.

Can everyone benefit from a facial massage?

Anti-wrinkle facial massage devices are prohibited for people with at least one contraindication from the list below:

• acute inflammatory diseases of internal organs;
• increased body temperature, regardless of the cause;
• the presence of benign or malignant tumors (the ban on using a massager in this case is due to the fact that any stimulation of lymphatic flow and blood flow provokes tumor growth and creates the risk that the tumor will go from "benign" to"smart" status);
• diseases of the cardiovascular system (regardless of the complexity of the pathology);
• pregnancy (from the 1st trimester);
• lactation period (facial massage helps remove waste and toxins from the body, which means that waste 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, a woman risks not only worsening the current condition of her skin, but also negatively affecting her overall health.

If in doubt about an existing disease, it is recommended to consult a qualified doctor, dermatologist or cosmetologist with medical education. In some cases, doctors, by ordering an additional examination, will be able to accurately determine whether a 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 caused by skin aging. They are used not only to smooth problem areas, but also to cleanse the skin. With regular use of a vacuum massager, a woman will be able to open the pores, "extract" the impurities present there, and then increase the production of collagen and elastin. Absolute contraindications in this case are pregnancy, from the 1st trimester, high blood pressure, kidney pathologies and venous diseases.

• Mechanical roller.This is 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) attached to a special handle. The most popular and effective rollers are made of wood, stone or plastic.
• Myostimulators.Electric massager that affects the skin with microfrequencies. This type of device is particularly popular due to the similarity in its operation with salon devices. The advantage of myostimulators also lies in the fact that they not only smooth the woman's skin, but also remove fatty deposits in the cheek area, thereby stretching 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 increases independently.
• Oxygen.Their effect on human skin is absolutely painless, but no less effective. This type of device saturates the layers of the skin with oxygen, thereby achieving deep hydration, improving complexion and smoothing facial wrinkles.

Rating of the best facial massagers

The ranking of the best facial massagers designed to perform skin care procedures at home includes:

Name of masseur	a brief description of
Electric massager for facial cleansing and massage	This massager comes with 6 accessories designed to deeply cleanse the skin and stimulate blood and lymphatic circulation. The main advantage of this device is considered to be its average cost in the consumer market, as well as its hypoallergenic nozzle made of premium silicone. The massager runs on batteries. The speed and direction of rotation of the nozzle are regulated by a special toggle switch on the handle of the device.
Microcurrent Ultrasonic Massager	Ultrasonic massagers affect a woman's skin at the biochemical level, due to which the anti-aging effect of their use is achieved after 1-2 courses, consisting of regularly performed procedures. This device has 2 operating modes, which are recommended to be adjusted taking into account the person's skin type. The massager runs on batteries.
Massager with lymphatic drainage rollers	A unique device powered by 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 effect of massage, 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 massage. With regular use, a massager can speed up blood circulation, tighten pores and minimize the appearance of fine lines. The main advantage of this device is its absolute waterproofness. The basic package includes 4 premium hypoallergenic silicone nozzles. Battery operated.
Quartz massager	Double-sided design made from all-natural materials. According to the manufacturer, the massager in question is able to relieve a woman of swelling around the eyes, as well as tighten the most problem 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 aims to eliminate age-related skin changes, including the formation of facial wrinkles, loss of facial skin tone, as well as 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 in conjunction with a special gel-cream that has a tightening effect. Otherwise, the effectiveness of using an ultrasonic massager will significantly decrease.

Prepare the face for the procedure

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

Cosmetologists advise following this algorithm:

1. Completely remove existing makeup.To do this, you need to wipe your face several times with a cotton pad dipped in tonic or micellar water. It is recommended to repeat wiping until the cotton is white after treating the face.
2. Apply day or night cream evenly and in a thin layer, depending on the time of day the treatment procedure is carried out. Using massage movements, you need to rub the composition until it completely dries on the skin. If, despite the massage movements, the cream is not completely absorbed, remove the excess using a cotton pad then dry the skin.

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

How to use the massager yourself

It is necessary to use a facial massager in strict accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer and experienced cosmetologists who understand the physiological processes occurring in the tissues when exposing the skin to a massage device, regardless of itskind.

Among them:

• follow the sequence of actions when using the device directly, recommended by the device manufacturer;
• If the massager has the ability 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 massager, the movements should also be directed from the center of the face to the edges, in accordance with the main massage lines;
• the duration of the procedure should be increased gradually, starting from 5 minutes, eventually moving to a massage that lasts 15-20 minutes (if you perform the massage long after the first procedure, there is a risk of mechanical damage to the skinincrease);
• The standard course of treatment procedures includes 10-12 sessions, carried out every 1-2 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, facial massagers are recommended to be used after 35-40 years. For young girls, these devices can be useful to others: they tighten pores, stimulate the production of elastin and collagen, and also even out skin tone, smoothing out traces of acne and other rashes.

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