IN THE NOW
the latest
The new cure for aging
that yogis will love
We’ve been hearing whispers of the mysterious face yoga for a
while now, but its popularity seems to be skyrocketing as new
studies back up its effectiveness in reducing the signs of aging.According to a preliminary study at Northwestern University in
the US, face exercises may be helpful to a select number of students.
The study indicated that face yoga could help middle-aged women in improving cheek fullness.
Founder of Face Yoga Method, Fumiko Takatsu, has been practicing for 15 years, and has written
six books on the topic. Her ‘before and after photos’ at least provide convincing anecdotal evidence to
support this curious craze. She promises that practicing face yoga will help tone the muscles under
the facial skin and increase circulation and blood flow – resulting in a more youthful and radiant
complexion. And guess what? She offers courses online (starting at around $25). Check them out at
http://www.faceyogamethod.com or browse the plethora of free face yoga practices on Youtube (be
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april 2019yogajournal.com.au