The Kobido massage is an ancient Japanese technique that combines tradition with a deep understanding of facial anatomy. Its name means "the ancient way of beauty", a holistic approach that sees beauty as a reflection of a person's overall health.
What the Kobido massage is
Perfected over generations of master masseurs, Kobido combines fast and slow movements that work on different layers of the skin, bringing together beauty and emotional wellbeing. It draws on three main techniques:
- Acupressure: strategic points on the face that release tension and balance the body's energy.
- Lymphatic drainage: helps flush out toxins and improves fluid flow for a clearer complexion.
- Shiatsu: deeper movements that tone and relax the facial muscles.
Benefits of Kobido for the face
- Improves circulation: stimulates blood and lymphatic flow, oxygenating the tissues and bringing vitality to the skin.
- Stimulates collagen and elastin: proteins essential for firmness and elasticity that decline with age.
- Tones the facial muscles: with a natural lifting effect that helps define the contours of the face.
- Softens expression lines and wrinkles: visibly reducing the signs of ageing.
- Restores radiance: thanks to the removal of toxins and improved blood flow.
Benefits for overall wellbeing
Beyond the aesthetic side, Kobido releases the tension built up in the facial and neck muscles, improves mobility and relieves the strain of everyday stress. By stimulating the nerve endings, it encourages the release of endorphins, reduces anxiety, improves sleep quality and brings a general sense of wellbeing.
What a session is like
It takes place in a relaxing setting, with soft lighting, gentle music and, often, essential oils. It combines gentle opening movements, acupressure, pinching and quick rotations that boost circulation, and deep shiatsu techniques. A session usually lasts between 50 and 90 minutes, and for the best results a weekly or fortnightly frequency is recommended.
Who it is for and precautions
It is suited to those looking for an anti-ageing treatment, wanting to improve radiance, ease facial tension or tone the muscles. Care should be taken with very sensitive skin or severe acne, and it is best avoided during pregnancy. It is also advisable to consult a professional in the case of active cancer treatment, cardiovascular conditions or recent injuries to the neck or head.
A natural alternative
Compared with other facial treatments, Kobido stands out for its dynamism: it works not only on the surface of the skin but also on the muscles, encouraging a natural lifting effect. It is a non-invasive option, without the risks or recovery times of cosmetic surgery, that also offers a genuine experience of relaxation and wellbeing.