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The Cheek Puffer

The Cheek Puffer (2)
the cheek puffer

The Cheek Puffer is a face-yoga exercise designed to target the muscles of the cheeks. This exercise aims to tone and strengthen these muscles, potentially enhancing the fullness and definition of the cheeks.

 

Target Face Muscles

Buccinator: This muscle is primarily responsible for the compression of the cheeks, as seen during blowing or sucking actions.

Zygomaticus Major and Minor: These muscles extend from the cheekbones to the corners of the mouth and are involved in smiling.

 

How to Practice the Cheek Puffer

Starting Position: Sit or stand comfortably with a relaxed posture. Keep your face relaxed, especially around the cheek area.

The Movement:

  • Take a deep breath and fill your cheeks with air, puffing them out as much as possible.
  • Hold this puffed position for a few seconds.
  • Release the air and relax your cheeks.
  • For an added challenge, you can try shifting the air from one cheek to the other before releasing it.

Duration and Frequency: Repeat this puffing and relaxing motion 5-10 times. You can do this exercise once or twice a day.

Benefits

Toned Cheek Muscles: Regular practice can lead to stronger, more defined cheek muscles.

Enhanced Cheek Fullness: This may help make the cheeks appear more pronounced.

Improved Facial Circulation: Puffing and releasing can enhance blood flow to the facial muscles.

Promotes Relaxation: Focusing on the movement of the cheek muscles can have a calming effect, reducing overall stress levels.

 

For The Cheek Puffer, targeting the Buccinator and Zygomaticus Major and Minor, the blend will focus on energizing and revitalizing the cheeks while promoting circulation to tone and lift. The diffusion blend will encourage joy and light-heartedness, complementing the playful, smile-like engagement of these muscles.

Blend Purpose:

  • Topical: Supports toning, improves elasticity, and promotes circulation in the cheek area.
  • Diffusion: Inspires happiness, playfulness, and vitality, reflecting the energetic nature of the exercise.

Topical Blend (Toning & Revitalizing)

  • 2 drops Palmarosa Essential Oil (tones the skin and improves elasticity).
  • 2 drops Geranium Essential Oil (balances and revitalizes the skin).
  • 1 drop Sweet Orange Essential Oil (brightens skin and boosts circulation).

Instructions:
Dilute in 1 tsp of a carrier oil like sweet almond or jojoba oil. Use gentle upward strokes to massage into your cheeks before or after the exercise to enhance toning and circulation.

Diffusion Blend (Joyful & Uplifting)

  • 3 drops Sweet Orange Essential Oil (bright, cheerful, and energizing).
  • 2 drops Grapefruit Essential Oil (uplifting and promotes positivity).
  • 1 drop Spearmint Essential Oil (refreshing and invigorating).

Instructions:
Add to your diffuser during the exercise. The vibrant, citrusy aroma enhances the light-hearted, playful energy of puffing the cheeks and encourages a joyful mindset.