Daily Face-Yoga Tarot Exercise
The Eye Squeeze
The Eye Squeeze is a face-yoga exercise designed to target the muscles around the eyes. This exercise can strengthen these muscles, potentially reducing the appearance of fine lines and providing a more alert, refreshed look.
Target Face Muscles
Orbicularis Oculi: This circular muscle around the eyes is the primary focus. It controls the closing and opening of the eyelids.
How to Practice the Eye Squeeze
Starting Position: Sit or stand comfortably with a relaxed posture. Please make sure your face, especially the forehead, is relaxed.
The Movement:
- Place your index fingertip on the outer corner of your eyebrow, and the middle fingertip on the outer corner of your cheekbones.
- Now spread the fingers slightly.
- Close your eyes as tightly as possible. You should feel a squeeze or contraction in the muscles around your eyes.
- Hold this squeezed position for a few seconds.
- Then, gently open your eyes, relaxing the muscles.
Duration and Frequency: Repeat this squeezing and relaxing motion 5-10 times. You can do this exercise once or twice a day.
Benefits
Strengthened Eye Muscles: Regular practice can lead to stronger muscles around the eyes.
Reduced Eye Strain: This can help relieve tension and tiredness in the eye muscles, which is especially beneficial for those who spend long hours in front of screens.
Improved Blood Circulation: Enhances blood flow around the eyes, which can reduce puffiness and dark circles.
Reduced Fine Lines: Regular practice may minimize the appearance of crow's feet and other fine lines around the eyes.
For The Eye Squeeze, targeting the Orbicularis Oculi, the blend will focus on relaxing and rejuvenating the delicate skin around the eyes while promoting circulation and reducing tension in the area. The diffusion blend will aim to enhance focus, calmness, and mindfulness to align with the controlled nature of the exercise.
Blend Purpose:
- Topical: Soothes and refreshes the skin around the eyes, promotes elasticity, and supports circulation.
- Diffusion: Creates a calm and focused environment, enhancing relaxation and mindfulness during the exercise.
Topical Blend (Refreshing & Rejuvenating)
- 2 drops Chamomile Essential Oil (calms and soothes the skin).
- 1 drop Rose Essential Oil (nourishes and promotes elasticity for the delicate skin).
- 1 drop Helichrysum Essential Oil (reduces puffiness and supports skin repair).
Instructions:
Dilute in 1 tsp of a gentle carrier oil like rosehip or jojoba oil. Using your ring finger, lightly dab the blend around the orbital bone (not on the eyelids or too close to the eyes) before or after the exercise to refresh and tone the area.
Diffusion Blend (Focus & Calm)
- 3 drops Lavender Essential Oil (relaxing and balancing).
- 2 drops Lemon Essential Oil (refreshing and promotes clarity).
- 1 drop Frankincense Essential Oil (calms and centers the mind).
Instructions:
Diffuse this blend while performing the exercise to foster focus and calmness. Breathe deeply to connect with the controlled squeezing motion and the intention of relaxation and rejuvenation.