Facial Fitness: Daily Exercises & Massage Techniques for a Healthier, Younger Looking You

I can't believe posters who criticize the "young model" in the book/video are NOT doing the exercises, because the fact that the woman in the video looks young to them is actual a testimonial to how effective the exercises can be. I have seen some reviewers who discount this product because the "model" in the video/book is too "young" to be believable; she can't be someone who uses or needs facial exercising and was just selected for her young face. I can't trust these posters' reviews, and neither should you. Not only does the "model" identify herself in the book and video as Patricia Goroway (founder of Facial Fitness), but a 5-minute search on Google and Youtube will give you a good idea how long Patricia Goroway has been developing this product, and therefore you can tell that she looks younger than her age: she incorporated Facial Fitness Inc in 1999, her original book was dated 2006, she has updated videos on YouTube in 2012 from a local TV show that featured her where you can see how toned and wrinkle-free her face is, and she developed the program after a car accident when she was 32. If the reviewers think Patricia looks so young, beautiful, toned and wrinkle-free, and if Patricia has been doing Facial Fitness for 18 years, shouldn't that be a resounding testament to how effective the program is? I just can't trust reviewers who don't do research on an exercise program. If they don't take 5 minutes to research the founder or spokesperson for a program to see how fit and toned they look, can I really trust that they took the time to do the exercises consistently in order to determine they don't work--or did they just give up without putting in any work or effort? I bought this product specifically BECAUSE I saw the product creator's toned cheek, lip and eye muscles and figured out her approximate age by doing online research. I have been doing the exercises daily for only a few days, and so far I can tell that the circulation-enhancing massage is beneficial, but I had to post an early review because it was too funny seeing people giving negative reviews because they didn't see wrinkles on Patricia's face. I like that the exercises are subtle, I feel the burn, they are easy to do, and there is no skin-stretching/pulling or sticking fingers into your mouth like some other programs.

I started these simple exercises about a month ago. I do only the first main exercises (not the advanced), using my phone timer to keep count of repeats. I'm so happy to see that my jawline/jowls has vastly improved and my tired eyes are looking better. I do the exercises three times a week. I honestly feel I look years younger after a month at it!

Since the beginning Feb. 2013. I did the face exercises and massage for two weeks (beginner ones), then every second day as she suggested for a month then had two weeks off then back into it again and I do the practises every 2nd day and sometimes on the third day (but mainly every 2nd day) Results for me: Face looks fuller and firmer like when I was in my 20's, more color in my face, the lines around my mouth have faded a bit (not much) the lines on my forehead have lessened (but not by much). My lips look a bit fuller and the lines between my eyebrows had cleared quite a bit. My jaw line and neck was good to start with is firmer. I must admit it is difficult to do the practises. It takes me 15 minutes. I am almost 50 and I look quite young for my age already as I do yoga and exercise and have an organic diet since my early 20's. I recommend this book, I feel a lot more confident and my self esteem has improved. I totally believe in aging gracefully and looking the best you can at any age and these practises make me feel like I am doing what I can to achieve this. I am also going to buy an acupressure book to give my face acupressure to release the underlying tension in my face. I recommend this book I think it is very helpful. But I am also going to explore other books and take the best out of each book and apply it to my specific needs. 03/04/14 Now a year later, doing these exercises on and off, the basic exercises (plus three of the advanced exercises). This does work, but for me it hasn't cleared forehead wrinkles over eyebrows (she recommends just relaxing the forehead as she says this muscle gets overused). I have found a forehead exercise in Yoga Face so I am going to start using that exercise. All the lines on my face have softened, have color in my face and I look fresh. So after a year of doing this regularly - these exercises have worked for me (with exception of the forehead and I focus on relaxing these muscles regularly). I don't look like I'm a teenager, but I look good for my age.

I have been doing the facial exercises nearly daily for 3 weeks! I love it. I am recently 50 and look quite a bit younger. I was beginning to notice the slightest bit of jowl and neck issues (very minor) however, this is no longer an issue! I have been proactive about taking action before I would need botox, and I can't say enough good about this book/DVD. It's informative, and so far I am having great results, from lip plumping, firmer jaw and less wrinkle around the eyes. Cant wait to see how my results are in 90 days! Just an update....now just hit my 60 day mark. Within that time I have missed maybe 5 days (of the full 60 days) and have been diligent to do the beginner right through the advanced each day. It takes discipline, but amazingly, my results keep improving. My jawline is tighter, lips look amazing! Lip liner glides on so easy, and my lips are fuller and smoother. My profile looks tighter and my overall skin condition looks brighter. I can't wait to achieve 90 days...hang in there guys. It's a process, a subtle but useful one. Anything worth achieving takes time, if it was a promise for a quick fix we know it probably wouldn't be so. Highly recommend will comment at the 90 day mark.

I have followed the advice to the letter and am now five weeks in. My skin looks really good, due to the daily massage, and I am sure my lines are less pronounced. However, the exercises listed in the book take commitment. Doing the exercises and massage daily takes around 20 mins, a little longer once you add in the advanced exercises, which doesn't sound much but if you are busy it is time-consuming. If you want a quick fix this is not for you but, if you are prepared to put in the work then it is very effective. Personally, will keep doing it.

This book is well written with clear instructions and easy to follow. The DVD is a bonus.

Very good book with clear instructions.

Practical to have a DVD with the book.

love the book