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Increasing interest in Botox alternatives might be due to
fear of side effects from the injections, such as ptosis, or
drooping eyelids.
A neurotoxin, Botox works by paralyzing the muscles at the
point of injection, such as the areas around the eyes known
as crows feet, and the brow and forehead. It blocks the
signal in the body that tells the muscle to contract. It
lasts for 3 to 8 months. Said to be safe, many people are
pleased with the results of Botox injections.
But for those who don't like the idea of injecting a toxin
into the body and are interested in more natural ways, good
affordable alternatives are available. The self performed
Acupressure Face Lift is one of the most natural and least
expensive alternatives. This was popularized almost 20 years
ago by actress Lindsay Wagner.
Eighteen acupressure points surround each eye, as well as
many other points located throughout the face. When we apply
our own finger pressure to these points with conscious
intent, we can affect the flow of electricity, life force
and circulation to that area. Well nourished tissues result.
Want a sampling? Try it now. Do it on one side so you can
tell the difference from the other side.
With your forefinger, identify the bony orbit around your
eye. Feel the bone under your eyebrow and follow it around
your eye walking your fingers lightly on the edge of the
bone to the inside near the nose. Now do it with added
pressure making sure you are using the pads of your fingers
(beware of long nails near the eye). Continue around in
concentric half circles on the one side of the face.
You may notice that some spots are more tender than others.
These may likely be acupoints that are energetically
blocked. The pressure of the pad of your finger can create
enough electricity that can open that blockage and bring in
more chi (energy). For best results you may want to get a
face chart for the specific locations of these points and
practice it on a daily basis.
An excellent way to enhance the acupressure face lift is by
using therapeutic essential oils on the tips of your
fingers. The oils naturally add oxygen and their own chi to
vitalize the area.
Collagen and Restylane injections are dermal fillers that
plump up the skin and make it more taut and youthful
looking. Here again, they are injections. Wouldn't it be
great to get a collagen filler naturally without an invasive
procedure?
A cream known as "topical botox" Argireline, is intended to
relax facial tension but it can increase facial sag. This
can happen because the neurotransmitters that it inhibits
actually help maintain firmness.
There are a zillion creams, lotions, and potions on the
market that claim to be natural and organic. Check the
labels carefully to see if ingredients contain anything like
propylene glycol, sodium laurel sulfate, or DEA (diethanolamine).
If they do, they are not truly natural ingredients. These
things are known to be carcinogenic. So whether they
temporarily plump the area or not, having a carcinogen is
not worth it.
My favorite 'botox alternative' that I use alternating with
organic virgin coconut oil cream, is
Young Living's ART (Age
Refining Technology) Skin Care System. This is because I
believe so much in the rejuvenating powers of Frankincense
and Sandalwood, and wolfberry seed oil. The ingredients are
organic and very pure. But the best part is that the enzymes
use light and energy from your own body to activate it.
The best natural facelift, however, is something that works
in an instant, is healthy but very contagious, and can truly
take years off of your face. YOUR SMILE :).
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