I Want to Prove the Effects by Massaging My Own Scalp with This Brush

Series: Michiko Fujiwara – Boost Your Face, Skin, Hair, and Flexibility with Scalp Massage! (2)

The Close Connection Between Your Head and Face: Scalp Massage Benefits Your Face, Skin, and Hair!

To explain my brushing and massaging technique: first, I brush from the hairline to the crown of my head, then down to the nape of my neck, making long, sweeping motions across my entire scalp. Next, I massage the hairline in circular motions. I gently work out any areas that feel tender, and then I also massage my temples. When deadlines pile up, my brain gets tired, and the sides of my head—what’s called the ‘hachi’ area—tend to get stiff, so I make sure to massage and loosen those parts thoroughly as well. Massaging my entire head like this improves blood circulation in the scalp, eases stiffness, and promotes relaxation.

Of course, scalp massage, which improves blood and lymph circulation, also contributes to beautiful skin and facial lifting. In the book *Seibigan Slim Massage* (by Reiko Yamanaka, published by Wani Books), it’s stated that when the temporal region, known as the ‘hachi,’ widens, the cheeks droop and the face broadens. Therefore, by first releasing stiffness in this area and then tightening the temples, sagging cheeks and a puffy jawline can be resolved, leading to a smaller face. The book also introduces massage techniques for this. This illustrates the intimate connection between the head and the face. It’s why esthetic salons always include scalp massage as part of their facial massage treatments. Come to think of it, a chiropractor I used to see once told me, “Gently grasping and tapping your scalp can also reduce gray hair.” In other words, scalp massage benefits the face, skin, and hair.

I Feel the Scalp Reflects Age and Mental State

Working in my profession, I touch many people’s hair and heads, and I’ve noticed that surprisingly few people have a uniformly firm scalp. Many people have areas that are noticeably harder or have uneven firmness. When styling their hair into a ponytail, I often use the tip of a comb to gently lift the hair in the indented areas to create a uniform height.

I’ve also realized that people with an uneven head shape often have a similarly asymmetrical face. Of course, if the head and face are asymmetrical, the body is likely asymmetrical as well. The order of asymmetry is probably ‘body → face → head.’ Therefore, to correct asymmetry, it’s necessary to adjust the entire body, including the face and head.

Beyond such stiffness and asymmetry, I feel that the scalp also reflects one’s age and mental state. The scalps of older individuals who appear not to have engaged in regular massage or care are often stiff. However, even young people with a seemingly stubborn personality tend to have stiff scalps. Those who use their intellect heavily also often have stiff scalps. Considering this, it seems important to massage the scalp not only to maintain flexibility with age but also to foster a flexible mindset throughout life.

Some people believe the skull is rigid and unchanging, but that’s not true. Its shape can change due to asymmetry, thought patterns, and mental states, making it a surprisingly adaptable part of the body. I want to use this brush to massage my own scalp and prove this point (though how to prove it remains a challenge). Before that, if I see any effects on my face, skin, or hair, I’ll report back, so please look forward to it!