Frequently Asked Questions
The key to long-lasting results is consistency. An ideal daily practice, would be first thing in the morning and right before going to bed.
When you practice the FYM Poses in the morning, it wakes up your face muscles and makes you more aware of facial movements throughout the day. Most of us develop unfavorable muscle practices, i.e. frowning. Practicing the FYM in the morning can help to break bad facial habits.
Practicing the FYM before going to bed helps to reset the muscles you used during the day and to relax not only the face muscles, but the mind and prepare you to have a nice, peaceful sleep. If you find it hard to practice the poses in the morning, practice them throughout the day. Some of the poses you can practice while you are driving, cooking, watching TV and even in the shower! Try to make it into an everyday habit.
Our proven Methodology shows you Poses which target some of the smallest muscles in your entire body; this means you can see results faster than you would with body exercise!
Some people see results right away, even after just one practice! However, it’s more common for people to see results around the two to four week mark and continue to see improvements from there.
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Please note that measuring facial changes is very different from measuring body changes which are easy to track with scales and other measuring devices. The results on the face are much more subtle and appear slowly over time. For this reason, we highly recommend taking Before/After photos to keep yourself motivated.
For the best results, we suggest you follow your Video Program as laid out. However, if you have a specific concern, you can practice specific poses for problem areas in addition to your Video Program.
For best results do a little bit of practice every day instead of doing a long practice every once in a while. In the same way that you wouldn’t exercise for five hours on Sunday and forget about it for the rest of the week, it is better to do a little bit of FYM everyday.
Practice, practice, practice! Practice makes improvement. Once your body learns the movement, you will never forget. The same thing can apply to your face muscles. If you are not used to moving some muscles on your face, it may take time to “feel” the movements.
No. Fumiko’s proven Methodology and Programs have been trusted by millions of people worldwide. When followed as directed, this three-part Method offers you the routines, skin care, and lifestyle choices to both reduce and prevent wrinkles, sagging, and other symptoms of aging.
While the wrong repetitive movements or facial exercises can cause unwanted wrinkles, moving them the right way can prevent and even reduce wrinkles. To make sure you are using the right muscles and moving them correctly, practice the FYM in front of the mirror until you get the move right.
We also offer Live Virtual Classes with a Coach for real-time instruction. (Learn more about live classes.)
It is not necessary to practice all the Poses to get results. You can choose the poses for the areas you are concerned with. However, just like exercise for the body, a total facial work out will bring better results. We encourage you to practice a variety of FYM Poses so long as they are not causing pain.
It can be! Your body and brain are getting new stimulation. However, if you feel too much pain or intense sensation take it easy on the poses and gradually increase the resistance or frequency of the exercise. We now proudly offer you access to our Live Classes so that you can get real-time answers to your questions and concerns.
The answer is definitely yes!
A double chin is one of the easiest areas to change despite genetics. Your parents can be a great indicator of your future face. Study the way they look and work on the areas you want to change. Since you are more aware of the possible problems in the future, you can prevent the problems before they manifest on your face.
Learn more about how age, genetics, and other factors affect results from our Programs.
The Pose repetition and sets vary, but in all of our Programs and Book, each Pose description explains this.
You bet! One of the beauties of the FYM is it can be practiced/ combined with other face treatments. However, since Botox suppresses the facial muscle movements, it can be hard to move the face muscles right after the treatment. If you feel extreme discomfort, please stop the exercise and consult your physician. Practicing Face Yoga may also cause injections and fillers to dissipate more rapidly than not practicing Face Yoga. When you practice the FYM, make sure your face is well hydrated to avoid unnecessary damage on the skin surface.
Try to drink tepid or hot water with a slice of lemon, it is easier to drink. Water flushes out waste and toxins from the body which helps your skin become more clear and well hydrated. Try our infamous hot water habit. It is not only easier to drink but also better for your skin! When you drink water, try not to drink a lot at once, instead, drink a small amount each time. Take sips throughout the day.
