Theory

A synergy of healing arts is what is needed to balance the body. The 4 month programme addresses not only the inside as above but also the outside permeating beautiful radiance. The following are principle techniques used for the face & body.

Acupressure

Chinese medicine has been telling us for 5000 years that the whole body is connected through a system of energy pathways called Meridians.

The meridians travel on or near the skin and meet inside the body. The energy that flows through them influences all organs, systems and bodily functions. Meridians can be blocked by infection, sickness, scar tissue, toxins.

When energy isn’t flowing properly a problem in one organ can end up affecting another – don’t forget your skin is the largest organ!

Lymph Drainage

Lymph System is simply the backup system to the blood carrying the waste away to nodes to be broken down.

Where the blood is reliant on the heart to be pumped around the body the lymph is stimulated by the contraction and relaxation of muscles.

Lymph drainage massage clears the path ways of lymph in body and face.

Specific facial exercises will aid in assisting the lymph therefore giving a clearer complexion. Naturally, participating in regular exercise will aid this system greatly.

Sculpturing and lifting muscles

Muscles are the underlying system beneath our skin. They keep our faces and bodies intact. Good muscles tone and levels of fitness doesn’t necessarily mean healthy.

Exercise is a main cause of oxidative stress which causes the Free Radical damage discussed earlier.

Consequently we can sometimes feel that we are chasing our tail in our fight against ageing. A combination of facial muscle massage and good whole food nutrition will aid in you looking your very best.

Frequent Facial, neck and shoulder massage (either when applying your moisturiser or by a professional during facials) will stimulate the blood flow releasing toxins to the lymph system and encourage new cells to migrate to the surface. Sculpturing the facial muscles in particular stimulates the micro circulation, oxygen and nutrients within the skin resulting in a wonderful glow.

Respiratory

This system brings oxygen the gas vital for life in to the body, and expels carbon dioxide the waste product from the body.

We have two functions

External respiration; the exchange of O2 / CO2 between the atmospheric air and the blood.

Internal respiration; the transfer of O2 / CO2 between the blood and the body cells.

By developing correct breathing techniques, stretching, massaging the intercostals and diaphragm will allow for a larger surface area, therefore promoting a excellent gaseous exchange.

The respiratory and circulatory systems are very closely linked. Our cells carry waste to the lungs to expel the CO2 and pick up nutrients to take to other needed systems such as the skin, muscles.