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January 30, 2015
AYURA | For men's cold feet, a beauty-enhancing massage with Bika-sa.
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AYURA's Popular "Bikatsusa Beauty Path": This Time's Theme is Beautiful Legs, Beautiful Bikatsusa!
Warm and Refreshed Male Legs with Bikatsusa Body Massage
From AYURA, renowned for its "Bikatsusa Massage" inspired by ancient Chinese traditional techniques, comes a new release on March 23rd: the Bikatsusa Body Serum and Bikatsusa Body Plate pair, which has already garnered delighted feedback like "My cold feet are cured!" We introduce a detailed massage recommended even for men who say, "My legs have been feeling so heavy lately..."
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Photo by JAMANDFIX
Perfect for Father's Day Gifts. Achieve a Healthy Body with "Cool Head, Warm Feet" Year-Round
Leg stress, such as cold feet and swelling. Do you mistakenly believe these are issues unique to women? Cold feet can occur due to lack of exercise, leading to decreased muscle mass in the legs (especially the thighs). You likely know men who rely on lap blankets in the office from autumn through winter. Of course, leg massage is also recommended for sales professionals who wear leather shoes all day.
If you find yourself saying, "My legs feel heavy when I get home," or "My feet get so cold from the air conditioning that I can't sleep," we urge you to try AYURA's "Bikatsusa Body Massage." AYURA has a proven track record of restoring facial beauty for many women with its uniquely developed facial massage, based on the philosophy that one can remain beautiful by circulating the three flows: "Ki (energy), blood, and water." This has now been enhanced for the legs. While providing moisture, the "Bikatsusa Body Massage" boosts circulation for a light and vibrant body.
"Bikatsusa Body Massage"
● Perform once or twice a week using the Bikatsusa Body Serum and Bikatsusa Body Plate.
*Bikatsusa Body Serum can be used daily as a body cream for the entire body.
● Take an appropriate amount of Bikatsusa Body Serum and spread it over the entire lower leg.
● Begin with one leg, then proceed to the other.
Bikatsusa Body Plate
Designed with the contours of the lower leg in mind, this single plate condenses the three techniques of "Bikatsusa Body Massage" (opening, loosening, and draining) into optimal curves. This body massage plate is made of fine ceramic, carefully crafted by artisans in a kiln from Ishikawa, a region known for its pottery.
Opening Technique: Opens the lymph nodes to facilitate lymph flow.
Using the A protrusion of the Bikatsusa Body Plate, gently glide from the center behind the knee downwards (5 times).
Opening Technique
Using the A protrusion of the plate, gently glide from the front of the outer ankle upwards and backwards (5 times).
Opening Technique
Continue similarly along the inner ankle (5 times).
Opening Technique
Place the B fork of the plate against the Achilles tendon and gently glide upwards (5 times).
Loosening Technique: Loosens stiffness.
Using the C curve of the plate, place it one finger's width outside the center of the shin bone and glide in small movements from below the knee towards the ankle to loosen (3 times).
Loosening Technique
Using the D curve of the plate, glide 5 times from the spaces between the toe bones on the top of the foot towards the webbing of the toes, finishing with a gentle press on the webbing (from the little toe side, 4 lines).
Loosening Technique
Using the C curve of the plate, place it one finger's width behind the center of the inner shin bone and glide in small movements from above the ankle towards the knee to loosen (3 times).
Draining Technique: Shapes the legs while smoothly draining waste products.
Place the reverse side of the C curve of the plate against the skin and slowly glide to shape the leg (3 times).
Below the knee → Outer side of the shin bone → Top of the foot → Back of the inner leg bone → Below the knee
Draining Technique
Using the D curve of the plate, press the "Kekkai" (a point three fingers above the inner side of the kneecap, known to promote blood circulation) to a comfortable degree to finish.
Once or Twice a Week: Massage Yourself or with a Partner!
The Bikatsusa Body Serum's cream has a texture that is thicker than regular body cream, allowing for massage while it blends into the skin. Furthermore, the cushioning effect of the cream's thickness reduces strain on the skin during massage with the Bikatsusa Body Plate. You can truly feel the "slipping and stopping" effects. The rich, creamy Bikatsusa Body Serum is ideal for weekly "Bikatsusa Body Massage" sessions once or twice a week, and can also be used daily as a regular body cream, making it perfect for establishing a body care routine.
Those who know the soothing relief of having their foot pressure points stimulated will understand the indescribable sense of refreshment from the "Bikatsusa Body Massage." Warm feet lead to sound sleep. Leg care offers various ripple effects, such as relieving bothersome swelling. Not only can you enjoy a solo massage after a bath, but by taking turns massaging each other with a partner, you're sure to become more interested in each other's well-being!
<Bikatsusa Body Serum>
Bikatsusa Body Serum
Price | ¥4,515
Volume | 180g
<Bikatsusa Ceramic Plate (Body)>
Bikatsusa Body Plate
Price | ¥2,310
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