Exercise for Tightening Face Skin

by Bessie

exercise to tighten face skin

Hello,

I am almost 72 yrs old, I've noticed lines around my mouth, saggy jowls, and turkey neck and I hate it.

I can't stand looking at myself in the mirror. I have always massaged my face in circular motion when cleaning or applying cream.

But what more can I do to fix or at least help stop it from looking worse?

Thank you,

Bessie

Editor's Note:

Hi Bessie,

Thanks for writing! I know what you mean about noticing changes around the mouth, jowls, and neck. Those were some of the areas that bothered me too when I started getting older.

And I see you're already massaging your face when you apply your creams. I do that too!

As far as how to tighten face muscles, facial exercises are one option worth looking into. I've been doing them for years and have been happy with some of the changes I've noticed, especially around my neck and jawline.

But one thing I've learned is that tightening facial muscles and tightening loose skin aren't exactly the same thing. Exercises may help improve muscle tone, but they won't make loose skin or wrinkles disappear.

Here's what I'd suggest: Look at each area separately.

If the lines around your mouth are mostly from dry or crepey skin, a richer moisturizer might help soften their appearance. But if your main concern is sagging around the jowls and neck, creams alone probably won't make much difference.

That's where you may want to try some gentle facial exercises or massage. Just keep in mind that results vary, and neither can give you the same lift as surgery.

Since you're concerned about several areas, I'd suggest looking at my Natural Skin Tightening Tips page. I've put my different at-home options together there, so you can decide what sounds right for you.

And don't feel you have to do everything! Start with one thing you feel comfortable trying and see how it works for you.

Hope this helps, Bessie!

Linda