Slimming down a specific body part is unfortunately impossible and the face is no exception. In fact, there are no exercises that allow you to lose weight in a particular area. It is necessary to adopt a training and nutrition program that helps to lose weight in general, thus also refining the face. If you are looking for quick fixes, you can try several methods. Remember that these techniques have not been subjected to exhaustive scientific studies, but several people have found them effective in thinning the face. Make-up can also be used to optically thin the features and define the jaw.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Making Lifestyle Changes
Step 1. Drink more water
If you don't drink enough, you risk having water retention, which someone believes is responsible for facial swelling. Try to hydrate more often throughout the day and see if this change works well for you.
- Drink a glass of cold water as soon as you wake up. Try to always keep a glass or bottle of water next to you. Bring a bottle to work or school and sip water throughout the day.
- If you don't like the taste of water, try flavoring it with lemon, lime, or other fruits. You can also buy flavored water at the supermarket.
- Get used to drinking whenever you are in front of a drinking fountain.
Step 2. Don't get too much sugar and salt:
they can cause water retention and exacerbate swelling. Try to eat a low-sugar, low-salt diet.
- Avoid candy. If you are craving sweet, eat a fruit: in addition to being rich in vitamins and nutrients, it contains only natural sugars. Avoid fizzy drinks, energy drinks, and other sugary sodas.
- Check the sodium content of packaged, canned and processed foods. Convenience foods are often full of salt. Try to cook instead of eating frozen food.
- Be careful when eating out, especially at fast food restaurants, where meals are often filled with salt and sugar.
Step 3. Don't smoke
Smoking can make bloating worse and is bad for overall health. By compromising skin elasticity, it can adversely affect the aesthetics of the face. Don't get into the habit of smoking. If you smoke, quit.
- If you want to quit, see a doctor, who can recommend medications and programs to break the habit, as well as nicotine supplements to help manage the transition.
- Feeling whipped is normal. Everyone knows that quitting is difficult and you will experience classic withdrawal symptoms along the way.
- Seek the support of friends and family. Instruct smokers not to light cigarettes in front of you. You should also look for self-help groups online or in your city.
Step 4. Eat a healthy diet
Since the best way to refine your face is to lose weight in general, try to eat healthy. Eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, complex carbohydrates, and lean proteins.
- Aim to consume at least five servings of fruit and vegetables per day. Eat some fruit whenever you can. Add banana slices to the cereal you eat for breakfast or replace your mid-morning snack with fruit.
- As for protein, fish is particularly recommended, as it is rich in nutrients and leaner than other types of meat. You can opt for tuna, salmon, herring and trout.
- Try to prefer whole grains, such as bread, pasta, and brown rice.
Step 5. Cut down on alcohol consumption, which can contribute to swelling and hinder weight loss
If you drink, do it in moderation. Women should try to have only one drink a day, while men should aim for no more than two. Avoid activities that cause you to overuse alcohol.
Share this decision with your friends. Ask them not to invite you to events where alcohol flows freely
Method 2 of 3: Refine the Face with Makeup
Step 1. Thin your nose
The make-up is effective for optically thinning the face. To get a good result, first refine your nose. You will need a darker bronzer than your complexion, a concealer a few shades lighter and two brushes.
- Draw a thin line on each side of the nose by applying the earth with a brush.
- Draw a line on the bridge of the nose with the clear concealer. Then, draw lines between the eyebrows.
- Take another brush and blend the products you have applied to the skin. This should help you optically thin your nose.
Step 2. Define the jaw with the right products, in order to optically refine the face
You need a slightly darker bronzer than your complexion and a blending brush.
- To start, apply the earth on the jaw with the brush. This allows you to create shading, streamlining and defining the mandible.
- Continue blending the earth until you get a natural result. Make sure you blend it with the rest of your makeup to avoid unsightly contrasts.
Step 3. Brighten your cheeks
This trick also helps to optically slim down the face. You will need a darker bronzer than your complexion, a slightly lighter highlighter, a blush and a blending brush.
- Draw a line on the cheekbone with the earth and blend it.
- Then, apply a veil of blush along the line and blend it in the same direction.
- Apply the highlighter on top of the blush and blend.
Method 3 of 3: Exercise to Slim Your Body Overall
Step 1. To lose weight you need to exercise
Plan an exercise program that will help you lose weight in general. This will allow you to slim down your entire body, including your face.
- Aerobic activities, such as brisk walking, jogging, swimming or cycling, should be an integral part of the training program. Pick one that you enjoy to make sure you stay consistent over the long term.
- You should aim to do at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity per week.
Step 2. After an aerobic workout, do some stretching
Stretching helps prevent muscle soreness that occurs following a workout. After cooling down and recovering after a run, swim, or long ride, focus on stretching the major muscle groups.
- Stretch the main muscle groups, i.e. legs, arms, shoulders and back. Hold each position for about 30 seconds while breathing deeply.
- It is normal to feel tension during stretching. However, if you start to feel pain, take a step back.
Step 3. Do regular strength training
Weightlifting should also be included in the training program. Building good muscle increases lean muscle mass, helping to burn calories more efficiently.
- Weightlifting can be practiced in the gym using tools or dumbbells. It is also possible to train at home using the body's own weight.
- Try to work out each major muscle group two or three times a week.
- Make sure you never train the same muscle group two days in a row.
Step 4. Seek medical attention before embarking on any exercise program
The patient's state of health and athletic fitness should be taken into consideration to ensure that he or she is not at risk. Together with a doctor you can find a training program that suits your body and your medical needs.
