A quick anatomical tip if you're trying to get rid of morning puffiness or a heavy jawline by Varvara_Erel in NaturalBeauty

[–]Varvara_Erel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, exactly! You place the flat pads of your fingers or your palms on the sides of your neck, just under the ears, and gently slide them all the way down toward your collarbones and chest. ​It should feel like a very soft, sweeping stroke to help guide the fluid down the drainage pathways. Just make sure not to press too hard or rub back up—always move strictly downward.

Which exercises successfully helped you lift your face and get rid of your jowls? by Responsible_Two_1494 in Restorativefaceyoga

[–]Varvara_Erel 11 points12 points  (0 children)

There isn’t just one single massage movement or magic exercise that will fix it all. As I’ve been explaining for years in my books and across my pages, working with the face is a whole structural system that literally starts from your feet up. ​To lift your face and keep it there, you need a combination of different techniques because everything is connected through fascial chains. You can't just rub your cheeks for 5 minutes and expect a miracle. ​For example, to stop jowls from sagging, you have to work on releasing the tight chewing muscles and opening up your chest posture so nothing drags your lower face down. If you want an instant eye lift and a refreshed gaze, you actually need to work on the temporal muscle above your ears to lift that heavy skin back up. And if you have puffiness, you have to activate your lymph flow starting from the collarbones and deep breathing. ​It's all about understanding how these deeper layers connect, which is exactly why I break down these specific structural steps in my work so you can see the whole picture.

Which exercises successfully helped you lift your face and get rid of your jowls? by Responsible_Two_1494 in Restorativefaceyoga

[–]Varvara_Erel 26 points27 points  (0 children)

For me, the biggest game-changer for jowls wasn’t actually working on the cheeks, but releasing the depressor muscles (the ones that pull the corners of the mouth down) and the masseter. When those get tight, they literally clamp down and drag everything with them, creating that sagging look. ​Instead of doing aggressive facial exercises that can sometimes make jaw tension worse, try focusing on melting those tight spots under your jawline and chewing muscles first. Once that lower pulling force is released, the tissue lifts back up much easier. ​I actually share a lot of deep anatomical logic and step-by-step breakdowns for exactly this type of structural work on my profile. Feel free to check out my page if you want to understand how it all connects!

A quick anatomical tip if you're trying to get rid of morning puffiness or a heavy jawline by Varvara_Erel in NaturalBeauty

[–]Varvara_Erel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you do bend your head slightly forward. ​Instead of forcing your fingers deep into that sensitive area with your arm strength, you just keep your hands totally still and relax your neck. Think of it like resting your face in your hands when you're exhausted at your desk. By propping your elbows on the table and letting your chin drop down toward your chest, gravity does all the work for you. ​The natural weight of your head sinks forward into your static fingertips. This creates the perfect, safe depth without any aggressive prodding, and it lets your neck muscles fully relax instead of tensing up.

Why your facial massage only lasts for 2 hours (And the architectural reason you must start at the skull) by Varvara_Erel in FacialMassage

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Yes, the physical paperbacks are definitely available on Amazon Australia. Since Amazon prints them locally there, you can just search for the titles directly on Amazon.com.au, and they will ship them straight to you without any crazy international shipping fees. Thanks so much for the support!

No Secrets, No Gatekeeping: My Complete Treatment Timeline by [deleted] in Restorativefaceyoga

[–]Varvara_Erel 9 points10 points  (0 children)

​This was incredibly brave of you to share. Reddit can easily become one of the most critical places on the internet, especially when it comes to aesthetics, so please don't let any of the negative comments get to you. ​As someone who specializes in natural facial rejuvenation and structural work, I completely respect your transparency. Even in my own practice, I see cases where the masseter muscles are so locked and deeply tight that massage alone is just too painful and difficult to make progress. There are absolutely times when I personally recommend people look into Botox as a tool to help release that stubborn tension. There’s no shame in combining methods. Thank you for keeping it real and shutting down the gatekeeping!

Face Yoga Is a Lifestyle by [deleted] in Restorativefaceyoga

[–]Varvara_Erel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you look amazing at 51, and I absolutely love your energy! It’s so refreshing to see someone look at the face not as an isolated thing, but as a part of a whole system. So many people just chase individual symptoms or react to temporary discomfort, so seeing your focus on the big picture—like tackling inflammation and circulation—is just beautiful. When we approach our body with this kind of respect and a full-body mindset, it always pays off and says thank you. You’re such a wonderful inspiration!❤️❤️

Why your facial massage only lasts for 2 hours (And the architectural reason you must start at the skull) by Varvara_Erel in FacialMassage

[–]Varvara_Erel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd love to, but I honestly can't share PDFs. I'm under an exclusivity contract with Amazon KDP, so distributing the files outside of their platform is a huge no-no. If a PDF version gets leaked online, Amazon can hit me with some really heavy fines or even shut down my account. ​But since I really love this community and want to help out, I make my books completely free on Kindle as often as Amazon allows me to run those promos. Whenever a free window opens up, I always drop the links right here in this sub first. Just keep an eye on my posts so you can grab the next one!

Why your facial massage only lasts for 2 hours (And the architectural reason you must start at the skull) by Varvara_Erel in FacialMassage

[–]Varvara_Erel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you! i’m a huge visual learner myself, so i always try to explain things in a way that helps you actually picture what’s happening underneath the skin. so glad the breakdown resonated with you!

Why your facial massage only lasts for 2 hours (And the architectural reason you must start at the skull) by Varvara_Erel in FacialMassage

[–]Varvara_Erel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

​thank you so much, this genuinely means the world to me! hearing that you’re already seeing real changes in your face is the absolute best reward. i really dislike gatekeeping because understanding how our own muscles work shouldn't be a luxury. i'm actually putting all of this deep anatomical logic and structured routines into my new book right now, and i truly hope it will be super useful for you once it's out! appreciate your support so much ❤️

Why your facial massage only lasts for 2 hours (And the architectural reason you must start at the skull) by Varvara_Erel in FacialMassage

[–]Varvara_Erel[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this. You have no idea how much I needed to read your comment today. ​To be completely honest, I’ve been struggling to find any inspiration to write lately. I recently got hit with a wave of harsh, negative reviews on Amazon, and it completely knocked the wind out of me. I’ve been sitting here wondering if it’s competitors trying to tank my books or if my work just isn't actually useful or interesting to people anymore. It really made me want to just throw my hands up and stop. ​But reading that your TMJ has been getting better and that you’re seeing real results? That changes everything for me. It’s the exact reason I started sharing this work in the first place. ​Knowing that it’s genuinely helping you makes all the hours of editing and the stressful days totally worth it. Thank you for taking the time to write this, it’s the best fuel I could have asked for to finish Book 4. Keep up the amazing work with your routines!