Woman's 37-stitch dog bite scar and wrinkles 'gone' thanks to 'face yoga'
Warning: Graphic image included. Jillian says she 'healed her 37-stitch scar with face exercise'
Jillian says the the blood flow exercises improved her skin
(Image: Jillian Osborne )
After suffering from a traumatic dog bite that left her needing as many as 37 stitches in and around her mouth, Jillian Osborne felt devastated. "It wasn't the main scar I hated most; it was the tiny stitch marks. I felt like Frankenstein," she recalls.
Jillian, aged 48, felt heartbroken, and her confidence was shattered by the accident. However, with face yoga, she says she was able to heal the 37-stitch facial scar and is sharing her story of non-invasive healing.
"I couldn't believe the changes I was seeing with yoga," She said. "The blood flow improvements meant by scarring began to fade, and I even saw other changes, like my dark circles fading. Now, my lips appear fuller, and my fine lines have softened."
As her skin healed, so did her self-image, giving her a confidence she'd never known. Today, Jillian collaborates with the face yoga app Luvly to develop courses that help others experience the changes face yoga brought to her life.
"Face yoga has been around for centuries, but we are seeing an increasing number of users tapping into the technique to heal their wounds," Jillian adds. "With step-by-step guidance, face yoga apps can be used to improve technique, monitor their journey, and build lasting habits."
Jillian says she "felt like Frankenstein" at the time
(Image: Jillian Osborne )
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What is face yoga, and does it work?
Face yoga consists of a variety of facial exercises, massage techniques, and stretches aimed at toning and strengthening the facial muscles. These exercises may enhance appearance and encourage relaxation. Many consider it a natural and safe substitute for surgical procedures.
Face yoga is believed to help diminish wrinkles, reduce puffiness, and alleviate tension by incorporating repetitive movements and exaggerated facial expressions to focus on specific muscle groups. It is also believed to promote blood circulation to the face, supplying nutrients and oxygen to skin cells.
It may assist in relaxing muscles, relieving tension, and boosting circulation. Certain face yoga routines include acupressure techniques that may activate particular points on the face. By fortifying and toning the facial muscles, face yoga could help minimise the visibility of wrinkles and fine lines.
Although research is limited, some studies so far have shown small promising results
These exercises may help lift and firm sagging skin, potentially enhancing facial contours. Boosting blood circulation and lymphatic drainage might contribute to reducing facial puffiness. Facial massages and exercises may also help alleviate tension and stress in the facial area.
Some research indicates that face yoga may enhance facial appearance and muscle tone, especially for middle-aged women. However, the studies are limited, and outcomes can vary based on individual factors and the consistency of practice. A study featured in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that participating in a facial exercise routine for 30 minutes each day or every other day over a span of 20 weeks could lead to a modest enhancement in the facial appearance of certain middle-aged women.
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Experts say that if you want to see significant results, you should practice face yoga consistently, ideally every day. Learning the proper techniques for each exercise is crucial to prevent straining or exacerbating wrinkles.
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