Q&A for How to Give Yourself a Facial Massage

There isn't a lot of preparation, but make sure you arrive with a clean face and no makeup on. You should also let the massage therapist know if there are any cuts or broken skin on your face so they can plan accordingly.

Dark circles can be genetically passed on, in which case there isn't a lot you can other than conceal them. You can try using frozen cucumber slices and holding them on the eyes for a minute. This will help reduce puffiness too. Or, test out various serums, etc.

Yes.. Olive oil penetrates deeply into the skin while providing a cleaning effect. Try using organic olive oil at night instead of your daily moisturizer. Apply a teaspoon of the oil to the face and neck and massage away.

Boil water and put it in a big bucket in your bathtub, then close your eyes and put your face close to the water so the steam rising off of it flows up over your face. Make sure you don't touch the water, as you will severely scald your face.

Not a good idea. It is better to gently do this first, then any dead skin is sloughed off, ready for the oils to penetrate.

Facial steaming is actually a skin detoxification method. It boosts blood circulation, softens skin, cleanses, and reduces acne.

Tools can help you get a great facial massage and apply even pressure on the skin.

Once a week for 10-15 minutes. Cleanse, exfoliate, mask, oil. Leave oil on after you’ve completed your massage to maximize the benefits.

Toner is used to close the pores so they don't get clogged by dirt and oil; it's advisable to use before you apply a moisturizer.

It is your preference, but it is important for the water to not be hot, as that dries out your face.

It means to do it in a clockwise direction, always following the flow of lymph.

I would absolutely not recommend applying hair oil to the face, because hair oil is formulated to treat hair only. Even good oil recommended for facial massage can clog pores if not used correctly if it is not suitable to your skin type.

Yes, you can. However, you should be careful how much you use because you do not want it to clog your pores.

You should only do it once or twice per week, so that you do not dry out your skin.

Yes, you can use Vitamin E oil for massage, as it reduces the dark spots and pigmentation on the skin. The purpose of using an oil for massage is to prevent sagging of the skin by lubricating it.

It depends on your individual skin conditions, but typically it lasts anywhere from 2-4 weeks.

This massage is aimed to give you younger-looking skin, meaning it will help prevent facial sagging.

Yes, it can be used. Grapeseed oil penetrates the skin and is really good for all skin types.

Coconut oil may be used for a face massage. It does tend to make skin slightly greasy, so it would be best to use it on drier skin. Jojoba oil is definitely recommended for medium to oily skin types.