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ОглавлениеThe Face and Skin
Acupressure can be used as a simple, natural and effective facial health routine to enhance the complexion, firm and tone facial skin and muscles, enhance the function of the eyes, ears and nose and improve the health of the teeth and gums.
Facial Workout
For a complete ‘facial workout’, apply acupressure to the following set of 20 facial points in the order shown. (These acupoints can also be combined together with simple massage techniques to form a comprehensive and effective facial massage routine, as outlined in my book Self-Massage.)
Regular use of this facial sequence, together with sensible diet, exercise and sleep, and lots of water will make your face and skin positively glow with health!
1 Governor Vessel 20
2 Governor Vessel 23
3 Stomach 8
4 Gall Bladder 14
5 Forehead (extra)
6 Urinary Bladder 2
7 Eyebrow (extra)
8 Triple Heater 23
9 Gall Bladder 1
10 Stomach 1
11 Triple Heater 21
12 Small Intestine 19
13 Gall Bladder 2
14 Stomach 3
15 Large Intestine 20
16 Governor Vessel 26
17 Stomach 4
18 Stomach 6
19 Conception Vessel 24
20 Gall Bladder 20
Facial Workout Acupoints
Technique: The acupressure techniques for the face are just the same as for the Acupressure Workout. Use your index finger, middle finger or thumb to apply acupressure to each of the points, either perpendicularly below the surface of the skin or else with gentle, circular pressure angled slightly in the direction of flow of the meridian.
Acupressure can be applied to most of the facial acupoints on both sides of the face simultaneously. Pressure should be firm but light, especially around the eyes, and should be maintained for short periods at first. Begin with around 5 seconds for each point and build up to 10 seconds if you wish. Overall, the feeling should be comfortable and refreshing. Let your facial feeling guide your technique.
The facial acupressure points, in order of use, are as follows:
1. Governor Vessel 20
Location: At the top of the head on the midline between the tops of the 2 ears and in line with the top of the nose. Locate the point by placing the thumbs on the top of each ear and stretching the middle fingers out to meet at the top of the head.
Technique: Apply acupressure perpendicularly into the scalp, using the middle or index fingertip of one hand. For firmer pressure you can rest the middle or index fingertip of the other hand on top of the nail of the finger locating the point and apply gentle pressure with both fingers simultaneously. The point should be felt as a small depression in the scalp and may feel slightly tender. Do not overstimulate this point if you have high blood pressure.
Benefits: Improves mental clarity, brightens the face and complexion, enhances the eyes and drainage in the nasal passages.
2. Governor Vessel 23
Location: About 1 finger width inside the hairline on the midline of the scalp in line with the top of the nose.
Technique: Apply acupressure perpendicularly, using the middle or index fingertip as for the previous acupoint. Rest the thumb on the temple at the side of the head for support.
Benefits: Clears the head and enhances the eyes.
3. Stomach 8
Location: At the corner of the forehead, 1 finger width inside the hairline.
Technique: Rest the thumbs at the sides of the cheeks for support and locate the acupoint on both sides of the forehead using the middle or index fingers. Apply acupressure perpendicularly, pressing into the scalp.
Benefits: Relieves tension in the head and improves eye function.
4. Gall Bladder 14
Location: On the forehead about 1 thumb width above the middle of the eyebrows.
Technique: Place the thumbs against the temples for support and locate the points on both sides of the forehead simultaneously, using the middle or index fingers. Apply acupressure perpendicularly or angling slightly upwards towards the hairline.
Benefits: Smooths and clears the forehead, relieving any tension. Relieves tension or pain in the eyes.
5. Forehead Point (Extra Point)
Location: Above the bridge of the nose halfway between the inner edge of each eyebrow.
Technique: Locate with the index or middle fingertip, resting the thumb against the side of the face for support. Apply acupressure perpendicularly or angled slightly downwards towards the bridge of the nose.
Benefits: Releases tension in the forehead and clears the nasal passages.
6. Urinary Bladder 2
Location: On the inner edge of the eyebrow, above the inner corner of each eye.
Technique: Locate the acupoint with the thumbs, resting the fingers lightly on the forehead for support or, alternatively, use the middle or index fingertips with the thumbs against the jaw for support. Angle the pressure upwards against the bony socket above the eyes.
