Face Exercises for Natural Mini-Face Lift?

by Sofia
(Maryland)

Face Exercises Do Work!

Face Exercises for a Natural Mini Face Lift: Real Questions, Honest Answers & What Worked for Me

If so, can you tell me which ones are the most important ones to do? I'm over 50, and my face has fallen, and I can't get it back up! The only anti-aging therapy I've done for my face is Botox, but that's not helping to lift or prevent my lower face from drooping.

I don't want to do Ultherapy or something like that because it's expensive and I've heard the results are not that great, so please don't suggest that option. I want the least invasive way for a mini-facelift.”

My Answer:

Hi Sofia,

Thanks for such an honest and relatable question. I've heard this same concern from so many women—and I’ve asked it myself! I totally understand what you're feeling.

Like you, I didn’t want to go the surgery or high-tech route, and Botox just wasn’t doing anything for my lower face. That’s when I really started looking into facial exercises.

And yes—they absolutely helped lift and shape my face, but there are some things to know:

What You Can Expect from Facial Exercises

Facial exercises won’t give you a surgical-level facelift, but they can absolutely:

• Add volume to hollow areas


• Define your jawline


• Firm up sagging jowls and turkey neck


• Create a lifted, more youthful appearance

Think of it more like a natural mini-lift over time. In fact, studies have shown that people who do face exercises consistently can look 3–5 years younger than their actual age.

Here’s What Helped Me Most:

I’ve tried everything over the years—from spiral-bound booklets to cassette tapes (yep, that long ago!). Most were too complicated, too rough on the skin, or just too boring. I could never stick with any of them long enough to see results.

Then I found Carolyn’s Facial Fitness (CFF), and everything changed:

• Only takes 15 minutes


• Includes massage techniques to boost circulation and relax tension


• Targets all 57 muscles of the face, scalp, neck, and upper chest


• Easy to do lying down or even in bed (which makes it easy to stay consistent!)

One of the most surprising things I learned? To lift hooded eyelids and sagging jowls, you actually need to start by firming the neck muscles. The face and neck are all connected!

Reader Question by Bessie (Age 72):

“I’ve noticed lines around my mouth, saggy jowls, and turkey neck. I hate it. I massage my face when applying cream—but what more can I do?”

My Answer to Bessie:

Bessie’s story really hit home. I used to feel the same way when I looked in the mirror—like everything was heading south. Face massage is a great start and helps with circulation, but facial exercises work the muscles underneath, which is key to getting lift.

When I started doing the CFF program 3x a week for just 15 minutes, I began noticing smoother skin and a more lifted look in under two months. By 12 weeks, I hit what Carolyn calls a “Youth Jump”—a phase where you suddenly look a bit younger than before. I’ve had several of those since starting.

I even took progress photos, which helped me stay motivated. My neck looks so much better. You can see pics here.

If you want to see a sample exercise, before & after pictures, or the chart showing which muscles each move targets, you can see them here in my my facial exercises results.

Best,

Linda Robison

Facial Fitness Specialist @ ABZ