How to reduce the two lumps of flesh on both sides of the cheeks

The accumulation of fat on both sides of the cheeks can be improved through facial massage, aerobic exercise, dietary adjustments, local muscle exercises, and medical beauty methods. Mainly related to genetic factors, high body fat percentage, improper chewing habits, skin laxity caused by aging, and poor sleeping posture.

1. Facial massage:

Use fingertips to lift and massage from the nose to the temple every morning and evening, combined with olive oil or essential oil to promote lymphatic circulation. The popular Tanaka Yukuko massage technique in Japan stimulates facial meridians through specific techniques, and clinical observations have shown that lasting for 8 weeks can reduce facial contours by 1-3 centimeters. Pay attention to cleaning your hands before massage, and the intensity should be slightly warm without redness on the skin.

2. Aerobic exercise:

Engage in at least 150 minutes of high-intensity aerobic exercise such as running, swimming, and skipping rope per week. When the body fat percentage drops to 18% -22%, facial fat will significantly decrease. Research shows that continuous aerobic exercise for 3 months can reduce facial fat thickness by 15% -20%. It is recommended to use heart rate monitoring to maintain a maximum heart rate of 60% -80% for optimal fat burning efficiency.

3. Dietary Adjustment:

Control the daily total calorie intake to 1200-1500 calories, and increase the intake of high-quality protein such as chicken breast and shrimp to 1.2-1.5 grams per kilogram of body weight. Reduce refined carbohydrates and high salt foods, as excessive sodium ions can cause facial swelling. Harvard University research has confirmed that controlling daily salt intake below 5 grams can improve facial swelling by 73% after 2 weeks.

4. Local exercises:

Exercise the cheek and orbicularis oris muscles through actions such as blowing balloons and making vowels. An experiment conducted by Seoul National University in South Korea showed that 20 minutes of facial muscle training per day resulted in a 29% improvement in mandibular angle clarity after 8 weeks. Pay attention to ensuring muscle soreness rather than joint discomfort during training, and avoid excessive force causing temporomandibular joint disorders.

5. Medical beauty methods:

Focused ultrasound or radiofrequency lipolysis can be considered for stubborn facial fat, and a single treatment can reduce fat cells by 20% -30%. Thread carving has a significant effect on skin laxity, lasting for about 1-2 years. It is necessary to choose a regular medical institution and wear a facial compression headgear for 3-5 days after surgery to avoid vigorous exercise for two weeks. Improving facial contours requires comprehensive intervention. It is recommended to apply cold compress to the face for 3 minutes after waking up in the morning to reduce swelling, and to maintain a supine position during sleep to avoid side sleeping pressure. When cooking, use diuretic ingredients such as ginger and celery, and limit daily water intake to 2000 milliliters with a limit of 2 hours before bedtime. Record daily diet and exercise data, and for every 1% decrease in body fat percentage, facial fat thickness decreases by approximately 0.3 millimeters, usually taking 8-12 weeks to show significant results. If accompanied by sudden facial asymmetry or lumps, timely screening for thyroid or lymphatic system diseases is necessary.