Rae Face, Reviewed: The Benefits of This Face Sculpting Technique Go Far Beyond a Ripped Jaw

Long live contributor Babiche Martens tries a non-invasive and holistic approach to facial toning through massage.

Certified neo-facelift facial massage therapist and qualified holistic massage therapist, Rachel Jackson opened her studio – Rae Face – in April this year.

Its only offering is a holistic and non-invasive approach
facial massage designed to improve blood circulation and lymphatic drainage. This treatment targets both the facial muscles and the inside of the mouth, promoting relaxation and releasing muscular tension.

As a result, your nervous system is calmed and blood circulation is improved to areas of the face affected by tight fascia, thereby promoting blood flow and collagen production.

After just one session, the treatment is said to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as a more toned and lifted appearance, particularly around the jawline and cheeks, not to mention relieving facial tension caused by emotions repressed.

As a long-time sufferer of bruxism, I store much of my emotional tension in the masseter muscles on the sides of my face. I was eager to see how the facial massage would provide relief and if it could help alleviate my frequent morning headaches caused by nighttime jaw clenching.

It shares space with Drader Brows, a beauty and eyebrow studio, making it easy to access, with parking available right out front.

Upon entering, I was warmly greeted by the Drader team and invited to relax in a soft armchair outside Rachel’s room. After a few moments, Rachel appeared, emitting a caring and calming energy.

Once her former client left, she offered me some water and took a few close-up photos of my face before guiding me to her massage therapy room.

The space was modern, tastefully furnished and softly lit, creating an immediate sense of tranquility.

After answering a brief questionnaire, it was time to settle into the warm and comfortable massage bed. The massage began with diaphragmatic breathing – about 20 deep breaths to calm the nervous system.

Initially, I found myself in a state of constant tension, impatient for this part to pass quickly. However, around the 12th breath, I started to feel myself letting go.

Rachel then moved on to manual lymphatic drainage, gently tapping my chest, neck and face to promote detoxification and improve lymphatic flow.

Next came the oil massage, where she worked on my chest, face and neck using repetitive up and down movements to relieve tension and restore muscle tone. This technique would also improve blood circulation and oxygenation of skin tissues.

After that, Rachel put on latex gloves to perform the oral massage, which involves working inside the mouth. She gently focused on releasing tension in the powerful masseter muscles.

Having experienced this treatment before, I found it comfortable, but it may seem unusual to someone trying it for the first time. Regardless, I felt so relaxed that I found myself falling asleep.

The last part of the massage was the scalp massage. At this point I was so relaxed I barely remember it.

Scalp massage is intended to promote hair growth and increase oxygenated blood flow to the brain, helping to calm and clear the mind.

As I was getting dressed after the treatment, I caught a glimpse of my reflection in the dimly lit mirror and felt like a much younger version of myself was looking back.

I excitedly exclaim to Rachel, “I look 10 years younger!” » She laughed, not at all surprised by my reaction.

After taking a few photos, I rushed back into my busy life, feeling revitalized.

Rae Face, The Foundry 3, Unit 41, 90A Hobsonville Rd, Hobsonville. Raeface.co.nz

$250 for 70 minutes. To achieve long-term results, it is recommended to systematically train the facial muscles through an intensive program of weekly sessions for six to eight weeks.

After this initial period, you can space out your sessions every few weeks or monthly. Rachel says for optimal results, consider repeating the intensive plan every six months.

Note: It is recommended to wait at least six weeks after any Botox treatment before proceeding with a facial massage.

I was genuinely surprised at how much I enjoyed the experience and how fantastic I felt afterwards. When I looked at the before and after photos Rachel sent me, the results were striking.

My wrinkles looked visibly softer and less pronounced, while my jawline and cheeks looked lifted and more defined – I especially liked the look of my lifted chin.

In the days that followed, several people commented on how much more defined I looked. A week later, my cheeks still look plump and youthful, and my jawline remains incredibly clear.

Although I’m not sure how the massage affected my bruxism, I noticed that I had more restful sleep the nights afterward.

An incredible benefit has been relief from sinus congestion; I didn’t realize how stuck I was until I experienced this relief.

Even a week later, my breathing is much clearer. I recommend this treatment to everyone I know and I will definitely go back!

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