International Yoga Day 2025: Reap the benefits of face yoga for flawless skin

Maybe 2025 is the year we begin our journey to reduce our obsession with anti-ageing. In an attempt to make that active switch, why not give face yoga a shot on the occasion of World Yoga Day? Much like traditional yoga for the mind, body and soul, face yoga targets facial muscles to help restore your skin's elasticity with specific exercises. These stimulate blood circulation and boost collagen production for youthful skin. With consistent practice, it helps to sculpt, lift and tone the face; benefits that go far beyond the surface. House of Beauty's Vibhuti Arora, who is also a well-known Face Yoga Master, takes us through a simple routine that works wonders for the face, with the magic of face yoga. 

7 FACE YOGA EXERCISES FOR FLAWLESS SKIN 

1. The "Wow"

Known for its rejuvenating and de-puffing benefits, this exercise involves opening your mouth into an exaggerated 'O' shape while keeping your eyes wide open and eyebrows relaxed. Repeat this motion while focusing on your breathing. This exercise helps to oxygenate the face, awaken tired muscles and reduce puffiness and can be a great morning starter. 

2. Jaw sculpt 

Sharpen your jawline and say goodbye to your double chin with this exercise that defines and tones. The jaw sculpt focuses on lifting and stretching the chin and neck area with repeated movement of your fingers.

3. Lower lip lift

This subtle but effective movement activates the muscles around the mouth and chin, softening the lines on the lower face and improving its symmetry. 

4. Cheek lifts

Smile and place your fingers lightly on top of your cheeks, and gently lift upward. This exercise enhances circulation in the cheek area and adds volume to hollow cheeks, giving you a more radiant, youthful appearance. 

5. Face cupping

Lymphatic drainage benefits, but for the skin, face cupping uses small silicone cups to gently suction the skin. By stimulating lymphatic drainage, it increases blood flow, boosts collagen and reduces puffiness and inflammation. 

6. C-Eye buster

The eyes are among the first spots in the face where signs of early ageing become most apparent. The C-Eye Buster involves making a “C” shape with your thumb and index finger, framing your eyes. This helps lift the brow area for elevated features. 

7. Bull dog push

As we begin to age, the skin around our mouth and jaw begins to sag. This resistance-based movement tackles this area by using your hands to create resistance around the mouth while trying to push face muscles. 

Face yoga is more than just a trend; it's a holistic approach. Complete your face yoga experience with a cool-down pranayama and with repeated five to ten-minute sessions every day, say goodbye to needles and creams forever.