Having a fat face can be frustrating. While it is not possible to lose weight only in one specific place on the body, losing weight in general could help you slim down your face. In addition to following a diet, you can adopt new healthier daily habits that will help you lose weight and have a less chubby face. In addition, you can regularly integrate some facial exercises and massages to eliminate double chin and slim down the cheeks. Check with your doctor to rule out the possibility that the excess weight is not due to a medical condition or side effect of a drug. With consistency and commitment you will soon see a slimmer face when you look in the mirror.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Improving the Lifestyle
Step 1. Create a personalized diet plan that helps you lose weight in a healthy way.
Lowering the scale needle is the surest way to slim down your face. Losing weight takes time and effort, but even modest weight loss can deliver many lasting health benefits. If you are overweight or obese, set a goal and take the necessary steps to achieve it. Start with an easily achievable goal to build self-confidence.
- Aim to lose a pound or a pound per week. This is a realistic, non-health-threatening goal that is easily achieved by cutting 500-1,000 calories per day.
- For example, you may decide that you want to lose 3 kg within 6 weeks. This is a realistic estimate and a goal you can definitely achieve.
Step 2. Review your diet and eliminate foods and drinks that may be contributing to your chubby face
Some foods cause swelling, which may make your face look fuller. Try keeping a food diary to figure out which foods might be responsible for the bloating. Consider cutting out problem foods. Review your daily diet and see if it includes any of these elements:
- Fizzy drinks;
- Seitan;
- Dairy product;
- Cabbage;
- Beans;
- Broccoli;
- Sprouts;
- Cauliflower;
- Onions
- High-salt foods, such as chips, frozen pizza, and cold cuts.
Step 3. Exercise regularly to promote weight loss and healthy blood circulation
By practicing physical activity regularly you can lose weight and therefore make your face slimmer as well. If you are already at your ideal weight, exercising will help maintain it and promote good circulation. Healthy blood circulation helps reduce facial swelling.
- It is important to choose a form of exercise that you enjoy, for example you may prefer dancing, swimming, biking or simply taking a long walk at a brisk pace every day.
- Experts recommend practicing moderate-intensity physical activity for at least 30 minutes and preferably every day.
Step 4. Sleep better to support the endocrine system
Lack of sleep can compromise the proper functioning of the endocrine system and cause serious conditions such as diabetes. Get 7-9 hours of sleep a night to wake you up feeling energized and refreshed and keep your endocrine glands healthy. This will prevent ailments that can cause weight to build up in your face.
- Try creating a relaxing environment in your bedroom to promote quality sleep. Set the temperature to around 18 ° C, keep it clean, limit noise and turn off all lights.
- To sleep well, avoid drinks that contain caffeine during the afternoon and evening hours, stop using devices that have a bright screen (such as a TV, computer and mobile phone) 30 minutes before going to bed and avoid carrying out activities other than simple sleep inside your room.
Step 5. Drink more water to keep your body hydrated and fight water retention
If the body is well hydrated, it does not need to retain excess fluids, so the tissues deflate. Conversely, if you don't drink enough water, your body tends to store fluids in several areas, including the face. You should drink 8 glasses of water of 250 ml each day (for a total of 2 liters). Feel free to drink whenever you're thirsty, and remember that your fluid requirement increases when you sweat while exercising or because it's hot.
Buy an eco-friendly water bottle and refill it in the morning before you leave the house and then again later in the day while at school or at work
Suggestion: you can flavor the water to make it more pleasant and be motivated to drink more. For example, try using lemon juice, some berries or a couple of cucumber slices.
Step 6. Avoid or limit alcoholic beverages
Alcohol can aggravate facial swelling, so it's best to avoid them completely or at least limit the number of drinks per day. Do not exceed the limit of one drink per day if you are a woman or two drinks if you are a man. One drink is equivalent to 330ml of beer, 150ml of wine or 45ml of liqueur.
- When you feel like relaxing while sipping a cocktail, choose it non-alcoholic. You can easily make a delicious one by mixing sparkling water and cranberry juice. Add a wedge of lime and enjoy this tasty calorie-free drink.
- If you have trouble quitting alcohol, talk to your doctor. You may need help to stop drinking.
Method 2 of 3: Slim the Face with Facial Gymnastics
Step 1. Say the letters "X" and "O" 20 consecutive times
Pronounce the letter X and the letter O alternately to train the muscles of the face. Repeat the "X-O" sequence aloud 20 times and emphasize the pronunciation of each letter for the best benefits.
Try this simple exercise every morning as you get dressed
Step 2. Suck in the cheeks imitating a fish
You will probably feel funny, but by sucking your cheeks into your mouth this way you can exercise the muscles. Suck in your cheeks and stay in that position for 5 seconds, then relax them. Repeat the exercise 20 times throughout the day.
Try doing this exercise while you are doing your makeup or combing your hair
Step 3. Open your mouth wide, hold it open for 5 seconds and then relax your facial muscles
Open your mouth as wide as you can as if you wanted to scream. Stay with your mouth wide open as you count to 5, then relax your muscles. Repeat this exercise 30 times a day.
Try this exercise while making your bed or doing housework
Step 4. Inflate your cheeks and pretend to rinse for 5 minutes a day
Take a deep breath, close your mouth and inflate your cheeks by filling them with air. Move the air from one side of your mouth to the other like when using mouthwash to get all the muscles in your face in motion. Make sure you breathe normally as you perform the exercise.
You should perform this exercise for a total of 5 minutes per day. You can practice it 2 minutes in the morning and 3 minutes in the afternoon or if you prefer once a day for 5 consecutive minutes
Suggestion: if you want you can do the exercise with your mouth full of water or try the ancient oil pulling technique that allows you to exercise the same muscles of the face.
Step 5. Massage your face after performing the exercises
Press the fingertips on the face starting from the forehead and continuing slowly towards the temples and then along the cheeks. Then press your fingers against the sides of the nose and then gradually move them to the side to massage the cheeks from top to bottom. Finally press the fingertips along the profile of the jaw starting from the chin up to the neck. If you prefer, you can contact a professional massage therapist or use a jade roller that is used to massage the face and neck.
The purpose of the massage is to promote blood circulation and drain the lymphatic fluids that the body has stored in the tissues of the face. Lymphatic fluids tend to collect around the lymph nodes and when they are in excessive quantities they can cause problems with swelling in various parts of the body
Method 3 of 3: Ask the Doctor for Help
Step 1. See your doctor to rule out the possibility that swelling is a symptom of a medical condition
Some ailments cause the body to retain excessive amounts of fluid and store it in the face, so you should see your doctor if you have noticed that your face has swollen noticeably or suddenly. Your doctor may prescribe specific tests.
The list of possible tests includes those needed to diagnose hypothyroidism and Cushing's syndrome, as both conditions can cause excess fat on the face
Suggestion: Tell your doctor about any symptoms you have experienced in conjunction with the rounding of the face. For example, if you have recently felt tired often or have noticed that you tire easily, it is essential to tell your doctor.
Step 2. Ask your doctor if the excess fat on your face could be caused by a drug
See your doctor if you have recently started a new treatment and have noticed that the appearance of your face has changed. Swelling or accumulation of fat could also be the side effect of a drug you have been taking for a long time.
For example, oxycodone is a powerful pain reliever which, in rare cases, can cause swelling in the face and limbs
Step 3. Consider getting cosmetic surgery if other remedies have not worked
Plastic surgery is a very expensive and invasive option, but you can decide to include it as a hypothesis if the other methods have not provided any results. Ask your doctor to refer you to a good professional or do a research yourself. Don't just choose the least expensive option, make sure it's a qualified and experienced surgeon.
- Consult your surgeon to find out if cosmetic surgery is a suitable solution for you.
- Your surgeon may recommend a combination of targeted operations, such as a facelift combined with liposuction.
