4 Face Yoga Exercises For a Slimmer, Sharper Nose

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25 May, 2021
4 Face Yoga Exercises For a Slimmer, Sharper Nose

While our nose is primarily made up of cartilage and tissue, the sides of the nostrils—comprising of nasalis muscles—tend to lose their elasticity and firmness as we age. This is probably the reason why your nose seems to dramatically flare up over time! Besides, you may also notice your nose bend lower, towards the upper lip, attaining a hook-like structure.

The solution—rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a 'nose job', works to change the appearance of your nose through invasive surgery. Apart from dissatisfaction with one's facial appearance, the cosmetic surgery is also conducted to repair nose injuries, correct birth defects, and improve respiratory ailments. However, contrary to popular belief, there are several non-invasive alternatives that are worth a shot, before going in for a face-altering beauty procedure. 

Face yoga happens to be one such substitute that goes far in toning your nose and accentuating your most desirable facial features—hence, proving that cosmetic treatments are a last resort. Founder of House of Beauty and face yoga expert, Vibhuti Arora shows you how to get a finely chiseled nose with the help of a few easy-to-do exercises!

 

1) The Bull Dog Push 

 

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A signature House of Beauty exercise, the Bull Dog Push specifically works on your nasalis muscles. This exercise is ideal for those who possess a thin upper-nose, giving way to a broader lower-nose. While the nasalis muscles are strong when we are young, they tend to get lethargic as we age, becoming broader and stretching outwards (like a blob). This particular exercise will not only tone your nose, but will also correct flaring nostrils.

 

How to Perform the Exercise: Place both your index fingers on the sides of your nose, with the base of your index finger closest to your nostrils. Now, breathe in while flaring your nostrils and add pressure with your index fingers to reduce the size of the nostril flare. Breathe out and release. Repeat this exercise. 

 

2) The Bird Face 

 

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Another signature House of Beauty technique, the Bird Face exercise is specifically for those who are looking to sharpen and strengthen their nose muscles, along with a firm neck, removal of neck lines and neck fat, and terminus point stretching. This effective exercise also works wonders for those who suffer from severe puffiness throughout their face and under-eye region.

 

How to Perform the Exercise: To begin, take your middle and ring finger and place them on the sides of your nostrils. Inhale through your nose and exhale via your mouth. 
The advanced level of this exercise would involve adding a cat and camel spine stretch, while sitting on a chair.

 

3) The Nose Lift 

 

 

The Nose Lift exercise—similar to the Bull Dog Push—is effective for those looking to reduce the size of their nostrils, prevent the development of a hook nose or the bending downwards of the nose tip, or to lift their nose overall.

 

How to Perform the Exercise: Take your index finger and thumb and place them on either side of the nostrils. Lift the nose using your index fingers, pushing upwards in the shape of an 'A'. Now, with your thumb and index finger of the other hand, lift the tip of your nose and firmly press the third eye point (between the eyebrows), to build muscle memory.

 

4) Anulom Vilom

 

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A popular pranayama exercise rooted in the tradition of Yoga, Anulom Vilom is one of the best breathing and nasal muscle strengthening techniques you can ever come across. Besides, it is also linked to oxygenation—not just for your nose and face—but also for your brain. Follow this procedure for a calm and clear mind before hitting the bed, with a breathing oil or a night breathing spray. 

 

How to Perform the Exercise: To begin, fold your middle and index fingers toward your palm. Place your thumb on your right nostril and your ring finger on the left nostril. Close your right nostril with your thumb and inhale through your left nostril, slowly and deeply, until your lungs are full. Next, release your thumb and close your left nostril with your ring finger. Exhale slowly through the right nostril. Now do it in reverse, this time inhaling through the right nostril and exhaling through the left.

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