8 acupressure trigger points for treating skin problems

Medical services around the world have adopted the techniques of reflexology and acupuncture to treat various problems, as they can reduce pain and relieve us from a variety of diseases that our bodies suffer from.

Throughout history, many reflexology and acupuncture specialists have also used these methods for various skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, acne, shingles, fungus, and seborrheic dermatitis.

By massaging certain points throughout the body, many people experience relief from the symptoms of these diseases within a few weeks, because in many cases they are caused by internal organs dysfunction, the same pressure points affecting them. If you want to take advantage of the power of these methods yourself, know the 8 points of pressure that will give you clean, smooth and healthy skin.

1. Reflexology of the adrenal glands

The itchy skin diseases are usually caused by an inflammatory response of the body, which can affect certain layers of the skin and spread to different areas. This pressure point helps stimulate the function of the adrenal glands and cure skin diseases that cause itching.

Sit comfortably and rotate the foot with your thumb in the lower area of the pillow under the toe for 5 minutes. If you feel that the point starts to hurt a bit, you press it properly. Repeat the massage on the other leg as well, and do it every day.

2. Reflexology of the thyroid gland

To improve the general health of the skin the thyroid, whose dysfunction can cause various problems that cause mainly dryness and skin allergies, should be treated. This point is located in the joint of the toe and massaging it can balance the activity of the thyroid gland.

Rest comfortably and hold your foot in your hand, place the thumb between the big toe and the second toe, and gently press the toe joint for 7-8 minutes until you feel general relaxation. Repeat it on the other foot and do it every day.

3. Reflexology of the liver

Almost any skin disease is related to the liver, and by massaging the pressure point that affects it you will help this vital organ to remove infections and toxins from your skin. The massaging point of the liver can be found in the center of the palm, above the wrist and under the index finger.

Hold the point with your thumb and massage it while applying pressure for 5 minutes. It may hurt a little at different points in the palm of the hand. If this happens, massage the same spots for 3 minutes and then change hands and massage it at the specified point and the painful points. In a few weeks you will experience a significant change in skin health if you massage this point every day.

4. Reflexology of the gallbladder

Massaging the pressure point of the gall bladder can revive the digestive system and help it remove toxins from the body more efficiently. You will find it in the palm of the hand between the base joint of the pinky and the next joint, in the area where the ring rests.

Place the thumb on the point and press it for 2-3 minutes. Repeat the procedure with your other hand and do it every day.

5. Reflexology of the pituitary gland

Massaging this point will help your skin absorb more minerals and vitamins, as well as improve blood flow to the pituitary gland, which extracts a hormone called MSH to stimulate melanocytes in the skin to secrete melanin.

You will find this point on the thumb pad - massage it's top part for 5 minutes. Do this with your other hand and make sure to repeat the action every day.

6. Acupressure point of the "Third Eye"

This point also affects the pituitary gland, whose functioning helps to improve overall skin health. You will find it between the eyebrows in the area where the forehead and the bridge of the nose meet.

Press the point with your finger and gently massage it for 60 seconds daily to experience an improvement in your skin condition.

7. Acupressure point of the "Heavenly pillar"

This pressure point can relieve you not only of various skin problems, but also of exhaustion, insomnia and sore throat. It is at the base of the skull on either side of the neck, and you must massage it for 3 minutes.

Do this once a day and you can experience positive results within a few weeks.

8. Acupressure point of the "Heavenly glow"

Massaging this point affects the activity of the thyroid gland and helps improve the appearance of the skin in general. It also helps to balance thyroid activity, so it is recommended for those who suffer from hypofunction or hyperfunction of the gland.

You will find it under the jaw in a straight line from the ear flap and down. Press this point gently for 3 minutes and repeat it every day.

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