Does your skin appear tired and lifeless? Do you suffer from puffiness, dark circles under your eyes or wrinkles? Try facial cups! Vacuum cups ("facial cups") or ice globes will combat puffiness, brighten the skin and tighten the contours of the face.

Facial vacuum cups

Facial cupping, also known as cupping therapy, is a skin care method with roots from traditional Chinese medicine. It involves the use of small, usually silicone cups. They massage the skin using a vacuum, stimulate blood circulation and support lymphatic system function.

Facial Cups: Effects on the skin

Facial cupping stimulates the skin and subcutaneous tissues, leading to a natural increase in collagen and elastin production. You can expect an improvement in skin elasticity and a reduction in wrinkles.
It improves microcirculation of the skin. This in turn delivers more oxygen and nutrients to the skin, resulting in a brighter and overall improved appearance.
The action of the vacuum during cupping relieves tension in the facial muscles. Thanks to this, it has a relaxing effect and prevents the formation of expression lines.

Facial cupping helps reduce puffiness. It works particularly well on the under eye area, where the skin is most prone to fluid retention.

Facial massage cups: Varying sizes and their uses

The small facial massage cup is ideal for sensitive areas such as around the eyes and lips.
The medium facial cup is suitable for massaging larger areas such as the cheeks and forehead.
Large cups are used on areas where more pressure can be applied, such as the neck and décolletage.

How do you use massage cups on the face?

Apply massage oil to cleansed skin. Gently squeeze the cup, place it on the skin and then release - this creates a vacuum and the cup sticks to the skin. Move the cup slowly up and out over the face.

Facial cupping: How often should you practise it?

You can undertake home facial cupping 2-3 times a week.

Ice globes

Ice cups or ice globes utilise the effects of cryotherapy. They provide rapid relief from puffiness, redness and skin fatigue. Ice globes are designed to soothe the skin and bring about an immediate feeling of refreshment and revitalisation.

The effects of ice globes on the skin

The cooling effect instantly tones and refreshes the skin.
They reduce puffiness, bags and dark circles under the eyes.
They help improve blood circulation to the skin, leading to increased oxygen and nutrient supply and a glowing appearance.
Regular use can help smooth out fine lines.

How to use ice globes on the face?

Before using, place the ice globes in the fridge or freezer for 10-15 minutes. Then gently guide the ice globe over your cleansed skin. Work from the centre of the face outwards, concentrating on the areas where you want to reduce puffiness.

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