Dealing with double chin? Here are 3 ways to tone, tighten the chin and jaw area

Having a double chin is one of the most common skin concerns for many individuals, regardless of gender.

Double chins are result from a buildup of fat beneath the chin from weight gain, looser skin from aging, or genetic factors. This creates an invisible jawline and sagging-looking skin.

In today's day and age, the good news is there are ways and hacks available to those who want to get rid of a double chin. Here are three of them.

1. Practicing face yoga

Face yoga is one of the easiest ways to avoid a double chin since you don't need any equipment for it – all you have to do is consistently practice the exercises.

Face yoga is based on the idea that facial muscles, like those in the rest of our bodies, can be targeted and exercised to maintain their tone and strength.

One of the exercises to avoid a double chin is to look up and support the muscles in your throat with two fingers and touch the tip of your upper lip through your tongue.

It's advisable to do this 12 to 15 times with three repetitions each day.

2. Using Gua Sha to massage the face

Gua Sha, a smooth-edged tool usually made from jade or quartz, is used to scrape or rub certain areas of the body, most commonly the face.

Originating from Chinese medicine, this technique has gained popularity among people who want to reduce the appearance of a double chin.

To begin using Gua Sha, cleanse your face before applying facial oil or your preferred facial serum.

Gently sweep the tool with your dominant hand along the jawline, starting at the base of the neck towards the chin. You should apply firm pressure when using Gua Sha, but not to the point of discomfort.

You may use this tool at any time of the day, but it's advisable to keep a routine every morning and before bedtime.

3. Undergoing non-invasive slimming treatments

Thanks to technology, there are now several treatments available that target certain skin problems like double chin without going under the knife.

Among the most notable facial contouring procedures is the use of high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), which utilizes focused ultrasound energy waves to lift and tighten the skin on the face.

In the Philippines, Facial Care Center offers UltraV treatment, which uses HIFU technology to address double chin problems while simultaneously defining the jawline using its specialized machine. 

It's a non-surgical treatment with no side effects and no downtime, making it a great recommendation for people with busy lifestyles.

For maximum results, three sessions of UltraV are recommended. To maintain the effect, you may incorporate face yoga and massaging the face using Gua Sha in your daily routine.

—MGP, GMA Integrated News