Summary
What is the impact of jaw tension on skin health? In this episode, Emily explains the causes of jaw tension, including stress, improper posture, teeth clenching, and TMJ dysfunction. Emily highlights the link between jaw tension and skin health, emphasizing the importance of circulation and lymphatic drainage for healthy skin. She also explores the impact of jaw tension on facial aging, including the appearance of jowls and dynamic wrinkles. Emily provides various approaches to relieving jaw tension, such as self-massage, stress management strategies, and herbs.
Takeaways
Jaw tension can negatively impact skin health, including inflammation, decreased circulation, and compromised lymphatic drainage.
Proper posture, ergonomics, and exercises and stretches can help alleviate jaw tension.
Self-massage techniques targeting the SCM, temporalis, and masseter muscles can relieve jaw tension.
Stress management strategies, such as breathing exercises, meditation, and using nervine and adaptogen herbs, can help reduce jaw tension.
Maintaining healthy lymphatic drainage is crucial for skin health and can be improved through self-massage and proper posture.
Jaw tension can contribute to facial aging, including the appearance of jowls and dynamic wrinkles.
Herbs like agrimony can help relax tense jaw muscles and reduce inflammation.
Breathing through the nose instead of mouth breathing can help alleviate jaw tension and improve overall well-being.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:57 Background on Jaw Tension
03:22 Causes of Jaw Tension
07:00 Link Between Jaw Tension and Skin Health
08:23 Impact on Circulation and Lymphatic Drainage
12:01 Impact on Facial Aging
14:13 Relieving Jaw Tension: Self-Massage Techniques
20:55 Herbal Support for Jaw Tension
25:37 Posture and Ergonomics
25:44 Agrimony Tea: A Natural Remedy
27:34 The Role of Mouth Breathing
28:30 Conclusion
10. The Impact of Jaw Tension on Skin Health