"The aesthetic appeal of drainage massage in propelling the profile of the lymphatic system can't be denied either. Whether for health conditions or cosmetic purposes, the specialist technique can reduce swelling, making it easier for the lymph nodes to rid toxins. In turn, less puffiness and more definition can be seen immediately, "which naturally lends itself to social media and celebrity culture," points out Rhian Stephenson, a nutritional therapist, ex-athlete, and founder of Artah."
"Lymphatic congestion is closely linked to immune function, inflammation, and how resilient our body is overall, expands Dr Acharya. "When lymph flow is compromised, it can have knock-on effects on skin quality, recovery, and hormonal balance." It's something she sees in her clinic "every day", and especially so with frequent flyers. "Travel is a perfect storm for lymphatic stagnation," she notes. "Prolonged sitting, cabin pressure, dehydration, and disrupted sleep all slow lymph flow. This is why people often notice facial puffiness, swollen ankles, bloating,"
Circulation includes not only blood but also the lymphatic transport of nutrients, waste, inflammation, and excess fluids. Drainage massage and targeted techniques can reduce swelling and help lymph nodes clear toxins, producing visible reduced puffiness and facial definition. Lymphatic congestion affects immune function, inflammation, skin quality, recovery, and hormonal balance. Travel commonly provokes lymphatic stagnation through prolonged sitting, cabin pressure, dehydration, and disrupted sleep, causing facial puffiness, swollen ankles, bloating, and breakouts. The lymphatic system lacks a central pump and depends on movement, muscle contraction, breathing, and external stimulation; regular walking and calf-muscle use improve lower-limb fluid return.
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