Lymphatic Drainage Facial Massage Brisbane

Written by Elena Rengifo and Roger Morelli – Brisbane Myotherapists

A common Google search is – Lymphatic drainage face.

Individuals with swollen structures in the neck and face are likely to receive the most benefit from lymphatic facial and neck drainage. There are many conditions or post surgical reasons that people become swollen in the face including:

  • After dental procedures such as teeth extraction or maxilofacial surgery (oral surgery) to correct TMD/TMJ
  • Post cosmetic surgery – facelift, eyelid lift
  • Post cancer treatment – lymph node removal
  • Clinical conditions such as rosacea, sinus congestion
  • Other clinical conditions include lymphatic congestion that results in oily subaceous gland impairment leading to acne

What is lymphatic drainage?

Lymphatic drainage massage moves lymph fluid from the extremities to a central region of the body where lymphatic flow is not impaired.

Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is a therapeutic technique that involves the use of gentle, rhythmic movements with the hands to stimulate line flow through the lymphatic system

The primary effects of manual lymphatic drainage are to manage lymphatic dysfunction resulting in:

  • Reduced swelling
  • Improved immune functioning
  • Optimised lymph flow

Lymphatic drainage facial benefits – can be divided into three primary categories:

Post procedural

  • After some cancer treatments to aid recovery after lymph node removal in the neck and jaw (this leads to chronic swelling and puffiness in the face that requires routine management).
  • after injectables and botox to reduce immediate swelling, tightness and pain.
  • post operative recovery after eyelid and face lifts and procedures to control pain and reduce swelling and tightness.
  • After some dental procedures (molar and wisdom teeth removals)

Aesthetic – lymphatic drainage facial benefits

  • Sagging skin and facial contour loss: The vigorous, rhythmic maneuvers firm tissue, redefine facial contours, and improve skin elasticity by boosting collagen and elastin production.
  • Loss of facial definition: Actively sculpts the face, enhancing jawline and cheekbones by reducing water retention and improving tissue tone.
  • Dull complexion and skin fatigue: By increasing microcirculation, the treatment revitalizes lackluster skin, restoring glow and radiance.
  • Fine lines and wrinkles: Enhanced circulation and collagen stimulation help soften expression lines and make the skin appear smoother.
  • Stress-related facial tension: The deep massage relieves muscle tightness caused by chronic stress, which can lead to stagnant lymph flow and visible aging.
  • Dark circles and under-eye bags: Improved lymphatic flow helps clear waste products and reduce discoloration or fullness under the eyes
  • Skin dullness and impaired product absorption: Increased microcirculation allows professional skincare actives to penetrate more effectively

Clinical conditions

  • sinus inflammation (which can cause chronic secretions, dripping, facial pain and migraines)
  • persistent facial edema of rosacea
  • Meniere’s syndrome – some people experience a reduction in symptoms of vertigo and tinnitus from lymphatic facial drainage
  • Acne relief
At Knead Massage Brisbane our Qualified Lymphatic Massage Therapists can perform whole body and lymphatic decongestive drainage of the face and neck also incorporating many tools such as:
  • Lymphatic Compression Pumps
  • Lymphatic Facial Cupping
  • Lymphatic Facial Massage with Jade roller
  • Lymphatic facial laser

Lymphatic drainage facial massage technique

A typical treatment for sinus inflammation or facial swelling may involve:

  • Full body opening nodes sequence but focus in face and neck
  • Initial sensory stimuli (to improve the blood flow and receptors activation – tools such as the jade roller and facial cupping may be used)
  • Laser at the base of the cheeks and nose to stimulate the nodes where oily secretion normally accumulates
  • Vodder T – method
  • Slight massage in area and the muscles of frontal eyes and cheeks (to stimulate lymph flow in these stagnant areas and help soften expression lines and make the skin appear smoother.

A typical treatment for acne may involve:

(It is recommended that the patient bring the facial cream of their choice to do the drainage)
  • Initial skin cleansing
  • Laser in affected areas or where there are scars
  • Local circulation stimulation massage
  • Drainage with technique
  • Opening of lymph nodes (focus on face and neck) Vodder
  • Cleansing the skin at the end of the treatment
  • Final opening of lymph nodes

At Knead Massage Brisbane, our skilled therapists combine science-backed techniques with specialist tools to lift, refresh, and restore your face from the inside out – using Lymphatic Facial Drainage in a wide variety of situations such as post-surgical recovery to improving skin tone or soothing sinus pain. A Lymphatic drainage facials benefits include powerful, targeted treatment for aesthetics and wellbeing. Whether you want to improve healing, reduce puffiness or detox your skin — a lymphatic drainage for face can help you.

Book your first Facial Lymphatic Drainage HERE 

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Roger Morelli

Roger Morelli

Myotherapist at Knead Massage & Natural Therapies
Roger Morelli is a Myotherapist at Knead Massage in Brisbane CBD. He loves helping clients improve their quality of life with effective Myotherapy and corrective exercise treatments. He has a special interest in lower limb issues after experiencing a life changing car accident 20 years ago.
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