FACE FACTS

THESE ARE THE EXERCISES TO TRY TO GIVE YOUR LOOKS A REAL LIFT. BY LARA OWEN

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MOST of us slip into hibernation for the winter months, but by the time spring and summer come around, it feels like we have to do an intense overhaul to feel our best.

But by putting in the time and consistency throughout the colder months, "face yoga" can help give us a healthy summer glow by improving circulation and muscle tone.

While it won't necessarily give you the same effect a cosmetic procedure will, facial exercises can help reduce puffiness and boost dull skin.

Dr Hansel Misquitta, a regenerative aesthetics doctor, tells us more.

"By summer, if someone starts now and is consistent, the realistic outcome is improved muscle tone, slightly better facial posture and a fresher look at rest," explains Dr Misquitta.

But she is clear on the limits: "[You can't expect] wrinkle removal, skin tightening [or] lifting sagging tissue.

"Facial exercises do not rebuild collagen, replace fat loss or reverse gravity. You can't out-exercise biology.

"At best, you're toning the scaffolding, not rebuilding the building."