How to get rid of swelling in summer: 3 effective ways

Edema; It is a problem that everyone faces in one way or another, regardless of age, weight and lifestyle. Especially in the summer months. Due to high air temperature, blood vessels expand, fluid accumulates in the veins and capillaries, blood stagnates and swelling occurs. How to remove it and what to do to minimize it? We asked Kristina Galperina, beautician and esthetician at Tekstura aesthetic beauty studio.

How to relieve swelling?

— Lymphatic drainage massage. Lymphatic drainage massage of the face and body consisting of 4-8 procedures will ideally help against swelling. Alginate or energy mask immediately after facial massage will further enhance the effect.

— self massage. This will help prolong the effect after the course. But massage can also be used as a standalone way to minimize swelling. Stimulate the lymph nodes with sudden movements: in the armpits, above and below the clavicular area, in the submandibular and parotid areas. Then walk in wavy movements in circles all over your face 3-5 times, returning to the parotid lymph nodes. This is great to do in the morning after waking up.

— Cold Caffeine Face Masks. If all you care about is facial puffiness, this is the perfect solution. It is worth looking for caffeine in such products – this is an effective ingredient that stimulates microcirculation and thereby reduces swelling.

What to do to prevent swelling?

— Maintain drinking regime. Don’t drink too much liquid in the last two hours before going to bed.

— Do not abuse alcohol and salty foods Evening.

— Maintain a sleep schedule. A sufficient amount of uninterrupted 7-8 hours of comfortable sleep is required.

— Sleep on a comfortable orthopedic pillow.

By the way, we have collected more practical tips on how to deal with swelling in the heat in this material.