At what age should I start practising Face Yoga?
It is never too late to start with face exercises even if you already have wrinkles or sagging skin. Face Yoga can help you achieve a smoother skin if you make it a part of your daily routine! Anyone over the age of 9 years can practice Face Yoga.
Is Face Yoga a holistic exercise?
Yes! Besides muscles, fat, and skin, there are also very important meridians and acupressure points on your face that are connected to your internal organs. Face yoga includes stimulation and activation of meridians and acupressure points to improve energy flow to your internal organs, leading to the improvement of your health and well-being.
How long does it take to see results of Face Yoga?
We need to understand that everyone’s face structure is different and the results may vary based on the face-gravitation type, lifestyle habits, and dedication. Like other exercises, for Face Yoga, you can achieve the results faster if you follow the yoga routines and a healthy diet, sleep well, and take care of yourself emotionally.
Stress and other emotions show on your face more than you think. So, keep in mind that your progress may vary from day to day as well.
What causes my skin to age prematurely?
There are many factors which cause premature skin aging, and most of them are related to lifestyle.
These factors provoke the increased formation of free radicals which are the major cause of premature skin ageing.
How can I prevent premature aging signs on my face?
By making changes in a few lifestyle related habits you can prevent premature aging signs like fine lines and wrinkles. Always take care of your skin when you're out in the sun and use products with sun protection for your skin type.
The key to diminishing and preventing future wrinkles is right at your home and in your daily routine. Consuming the right quantity of water, high-quality proteins, vegetables, and getting adequate sleep can decrease and prevent wrinkles!
Also remember - stress-free lifestyle is one that reaps astounding rewards!
How do I access the recorded sessions of the workshop?
We will send you the link to access the recorded video through email and SMS. You will receive these after 15 days of the last session date. Please check your SMS and inbox regularly, also do not forget to check the spam mails as well!
What are the best face oils for skin?
Face oils are the best-kept skincare secret to naturally clear and flawless skin. Given below are different types of face oils which are the best for different skin types.
For dry skin: Olive oil, Coconut oil, Almond oil
For oily and acne-prone skin: Jojoba oil, Tea Tree oil, Evening Primrose oil, Grape seed oil
Anti-aging: Avocado oil, Rosehip oil, Marula oil, Argan oil
So pick an oil as per your skin type.
Which spices can be used to get glowing and youthful skin?
Indian spices are amazing to heal and rejuvenate skin with their antioxidants, as well as anti-inflammatory agents. Given below are five most commonly used spices that are good for your skin.
Turmeric: Traditionally known as Indian saffron because of its deep yellow-orange colour, turmeric provides amazing healing benefits, not just inside the body, but also on your skin.
Cinnamon: We use cinnamon abundantly in our foods to add flavour, but for years now people have been using this to treat various skin ailments and disorders.
Pepper: Pepper, when mixed with other ingredients (e.g. yogurt/ turmeric + rose water) and applied on the skin can loosen up the pores and facilitate the removal of blackheads and acne.
Ginger: Ginger has some awesome beauty benefits. Eating ginger can help fight wrinkles! It is packed with antioxidants, which reduce toxins in the skin cells and increases blood circulation, helping to reduce the signs of aging.
Garlic: The biggest benefit of garlic for skin is anti-ageing. Allicin, an organic compound present in garlic, destroys some of the harmful free-radicals that cause skin cell damage.
What are some exercises to reduce cheek fat,get a slimmer face and sculpt the face?
There are a couple of asanas for that. Please check the videos of day 3 and day 4 of the 5-day face yoga workshop.
What are some exercises that I can do on a regular basis?
If you can dedicate 20 minutes every day then we recommend doing the 5 exercises that are given below.
Can we do all these exercises during periods?
Yes, all Face Yoga exercises can be done during menses.
Can Mahakriya be done during periods?
Yes, Mahakriya can be done during menses, please avoid bending forward if you don’t feel comfortable.
Can we get rid of acne scars and spots with face yoga. If so, how long can it take and what exercises can be done?
Yes, Face Yoga helps with acne scars. We would recommend practicing all the asanas taught in the 5-day face yoga workshop for 3 months to see visible changes.
People recommend putting Oil in the belly button - Which oils can be used for the same?
What can be done to get rosy lips naturally?
Apply Mustard oil or coconut oil for rosy lips. Use a baby Toothbrush to brush the lips softly.
What face yoga exercise could we do to target brown spots/freckles on the face?
If you wish to target brown spots or freckles then we recommend watching the 5th day video of the 5-days face yoga workshop. All poses explained in that video will help you with brown spots/freckles.
How can whiteheads and blackheads be removed naturally?
Rice flour can help you in removing blackheads/white heads. Mix rice flour with your face wash and apply it gently.
Do we need to hold breath in a squeeze pose?
No, we do not need to hold our breath during the squeeze pose.
Can a pregnant female do Face Yoga? Can a pregnant female do Mahakriya?
Yes, pregnant females can do Face Yoga and Mahakriya.
A word of caution - Please avoid bending forward if you are pregnant.
How to treat melasma with face yoga?
Please refer to the 5th day video of the 5-days face yoga workshop. All poses explained in it will help you with melasma.
What are some Face Yoga exercises to rejuvenate Collagen Production?
The following poses help in collagen production -
At what age can one start doing Face Yoga?
Anyone can start doing face yoga from the age of 9 years.
What is the best time to do Face Yoga? How much time should I spend doing face yoga every day?
You can practice face yoga anytime of the day. We recommend doing it for 20 minutes everyday.
Should face yoga be done on an empty stomach?
Not necessarily. Face yoga can be done anytime but it's better to do it on an empty stomach.
The number of times each asana should be practised?
Here is a simple schedule -
Do every asana for 10 secs, repeat it 3 times and increase gradually.
Can face yoga help with reducing facial hair?
Face yoga for facial hair is a detailed topic that is covered on day 14 of the 14-day face yoga workshop. Join us for that workshop for some actionable tips.
Can I do face yoga with lenses?
Yes! absolutely.
How effective is face yoga in preventing ageing of facial skin?
Once you start doing face yoga on a regular basis, you will start seeing visible changes within 15 days of practice.
What can I do for acne and acne scars?
For acne and acne scars, we recommend watching the Day 5 video of the 5-day Face Yoga workshop and follow all the poses shown.
What can I do for dark circles?
For dark circles, we recommend watching the Day 5 video of the 5-day Face Yoga workshop and follow all the poses shown.
Can Face Yoga help me with hairfall, strengthening hair, premature graying of hair?
Yes, Face Yoga can definitely help you with all hair related issues. We recommend you to attend our 14 days Face Yoga workshop as all the above mentioned issues are covered on day 12 of the workshop.
Are there any remedies for open pores?
Yes, here you go -
Apply anything from the list given below for 3 min to close open pores.
Note - All poses explained on day 3 and 4 of the 5-days Face Yoga workshop also help with open pores.
What's the difference between Lymphatic drainage massage and a normal face massage?
Lymphatic massage can benefit people who are facing the following health issues:
And it helps the body remove proteins and waste products from the affected areas and reduce the swelling. Also helps reduce pressure on cells and allows them to reproduce faster to heal the body.
Facial massage relieves tension. Just as firming and toning our muscles with exercise make our body look and feel better, facial massages work the same way too. These massages work on our facial muscles by releasing tension while lifting the skin and making it firmer.
How to do Mahakriya?
Steps: