{"id":17803,"date":"2024-12-16T14:56:25","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T05:56:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/column\/%e9%a1%94%e3%83%a8%e3%82%ac%e3%81%a7%e8%8b%a5%e3%80%85%e3%81%97%e3%81%95%e3%82%92%e3%82%ad%e3%83%bc%e3%83%97%e3%81%99%e3%82%8b%e6%96%b9%e6%b3%95\/"},"modified":"2025-11-25T10:47:08","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T01:47:08","slug":"how-to-keep-youthful-appearance-with-face-yoga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/how-to-keep-youthful-appearance-with-face-yoga\/?lang=en","title":{"rendered":"How to maintain a youthful appearance with facial yoga"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to maintain a youthful appearance with facial yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Facial yoga is an exercise that strengthens the facial muscles, helping to prevent wrinkles and sagging, strengthen facial muscles, and improve blood circulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.&nbsp;<strong>Basic effects of facial yoga<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prevents wrinkles and sagging<\/strong><br>By strengthening the facial muscles, you can maintain the elasticity of your skin and reduce sagging and fine lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increased Circulation<\/strong><br>By moving your muscles, blood flow improves, giving your skin a brighter, healthier glow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Relaxing effect:<\/strong><br>Releasing facial tension can also help relieve stress and relax you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.&nbsp;<strong>Preparation before you start<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Have a mirror ready so<\/strong><br>you can check your facial expressions while you perform the exercise to ensure you are doing it correctly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>After washing your face, apply cream or oil to clean skin<\/strong><br>to make it more slippery and reduce the strain on your skin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make sure you are in a relaxed position, with<\/strong><br>your back straight, and take deep breaths.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.&nbsp;<strong>Basic Face Yoga Poses<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are some easy poses that are recommended for beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prevents forehead wrinkles (smoothing forehead)<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gently press your forehead with both hands to keep your eyebrows still.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open your eyes wide and move your gaze up and down. Repeat 10 times.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tightening of nasolabial folds (cheek lift)<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Puff out your cheeks and let the air roll from right to left.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat five times on each side.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tighten your face line (Aiueo exercise)<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Move your mouth widely to make the sounds &#8220;a,&#8221; &#8220;i,&#8221; &#8220;u,&#8221; &#8220;e,&#8221; and &#8220;o.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move slowly through each pose and repeat five times.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improve sagging around the eyes (wink stretch)<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One eye winks vigorously and the other opens wide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do this 5 times on each side.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.&nbsp;<strong>Tips for increasing effectiveness<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Consistency is the key.<\/strong><br>By continuing for about 5 to 10 minutes every day, you will be able to feel the effects more easily.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be aware of your breathing.<\/strong><br>Don&#8217;t hold your breath while in the pose; keep breathing naturally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do not force yourself.<\/strong><br>If you pull too hard or feel pain, take a break and do not force yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5.Points&nbsp;<strong>to note<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Doing it too much can be counterproductive, so keep it to a moderate number of times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have skin problems, consult a doctor before using this product.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6.&nbsp;<strong>Lifestyle habits to stay even younger<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A well-balanced diet that<\/strong><br>includes foods rich in vitamins C and E.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adequate Sleep<\/strong><br>Sleep is important for skin to recover and refresh.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stress Management<\/strong><br>By being conscious of smiling, you can naturally train your facial muscles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30265562_s.jpg\" alt=\"Woman doing face yoga\" class=\"wp-image-17731\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30265562_s.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/30265562_s-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q1. How often should I do facial yoga?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong>&nbsp;We recommend 5 to 10 minutes a day, 3 to 5 times a week. It&#8217;s important to continue without forcing yourself, so find a time when you can make it a habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q2. How long will it take to see results after starting facial yoga?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong>&nbsp;Although the effects vary from person to person, most people notice a firmer face and a change in facial expression within 1-2 weeks of daily use. With continued use, the changes become even more obvious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Q3. Can facial yoga actually increase wrinkles?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong>&nbsp;If done properly, it will not increase wrinkles. However, using too much force or forcing your muscles with improper movements can cause wrinkles, so be sure to use the correct form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">summary<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Facial yoga is an anti-aging method that can be easily started at home without any special equipment. By consciously training your facial muscles, you can achieve a natural lifting effect and maintain healthy skin. The important thing is to continue doing it in a fun and relaxed way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"How to maintain a youthful appearance with facial yoga Facial yoga is an exercise that strengthens the facial  [&hellip;]","protected":false},"author":54,"featured_media":17728,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[168],"tags":[297,277,276,279,275,269,264],"class_list":["post-17803","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-face","tag-pores","tag-skin","tag-effect","tag-acne","tag-skin-2","tag-spots","tag-improvement"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17803","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/54"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17803"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17803\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17805,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17803\/revisions\/17805"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17728"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17803"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17803"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/beauty\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17803"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}