One particular form of Japanese massage that has been gaining traction in the health and beauty world is Tanaka massage! Created by Japanese makeup artist Yukuko Tanaka, the massage was originally conceived as an alternative, natural way to reduce under-eye bags, wrinkles, and other signs of aging.
Yukuko Tanaka even claims that if the massage were performed daily that only after a short period of time you would be able to experience the benefit of looking ten years younger! That is one tall order, one that hasn’t been necessarily documented outside of public opinion aside from testimonials that it has benefited them, but there just may be something to Tanaka massage even if it does appear a little bizarre at first!
Tanaka recommends the application of natural “lubricants”
Although it is said that Tanaka massage can be performed without oils or “lubricants”, Tanaka does recommend it. This is something I can definitely get behind 100% because the application of coconut oil or jojoba oil for example have verifiable health benefits to your skin such as the introduction of antioxidants and essential vitamins which definitely can smooth and soften your skin while leaving a healthy glow afterward!
Tanaka is a form of massage which has a long history of reducing anxiety and increasing circulation!
Massage has been around for centuries and though more research needs to be conducted on the verifiable health benefits of massage, it has been determined that massage does reduce anxiety and promote relaxation! Stress is one of the number one contributors to advancing the aging process after all, and a much needed distressing ritual as part of your daily beauty regime can significantly slow the process down!
Additionally massage is able to release the tension in particular muscles, and since Tanaka is a facial massage, your jaw which can carry much unneeded tension throughout the day will thank you, and so will the teeth you just might unknowingly grind down reducing healthy enamel, due to the excess tension in your jaw!
Tanaka massage focuses your lymph nodes via lymphatic drainage massage
It is true that your lymph nodes are your body’s way of processing infection and excess fluids, and the process of Tanaka massage applies “lymphatic drainage massage” which may be a natural way to aid your lymph nodes in processing excess fluid. The idea is that by applying light pressure over the smooth muscles of your lymph nodes, which are located under your chin, you are aiding your lymph nodes by moving the excess fluids that are storing up there through your system.
It is this excess fluid that swells the glandular lymph nodes which usually indicates to your home doctor that you are either processing an infection or experiencing an allergic reaction. It would seem that Tanaka massage practioners see this swelling of the lymph nodes as the cause of excess puffiness in the facial area, thus the focus to reduce it.
Tanaka facial massage has been met with positive reception among those who practice it, and definitely can be a healthy way to apply nutrient-rich oils or herbal masks to your face at the same time as you perform a relaxing massage!
As far as the claims of anti-aging on the grounds that you remain dedicated to the beauty regime for a period of time or as a permanent addition to your routine, I will leave it up to you! Give it a try, it certainly can be a fun spa day with friends and family between cups of fresh infused water!
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