Breast Self Exam (BSE) and Daily Firming Massage

The décolleté continues to be a focal point for women over 40, so at age 46, I find that performing a daily breast massage is both beneficial and crucial. I started a daily breast and décolleté massage/breast exam at the end of May 2020, which I do before my morning shower. According to the National Breast Cancer website, a breast exam should be performed once a month for 15 minutes and should be performed 7-10 days after the last menstrual period. I use extra virgin olive oil since it’s high in vitamin E and I pay close attention to the lower axial, the area near the lymph nodes. This daily massage is great because it promotes microcirculation, lymph drainage and, in approximately two to three weeks, a firmer, toned bustline with less sagging and minimized stretch marks. My daily massage takes less than 10 mins for both breasts. Benefits of a daily massage also include:

· Draining stagnant lymphatic fluid that builds up from wearing a bra all day

· Getting to know your own breast shape and size while connecting with your body on an

emotional level

· Strengthening the pectoral muscles and ligaments

How to:

Can be performed morning or night before bedtime. Take a small amount of oil, such as olive or coconut, warm the product in the palms and start massaging one[RG1] breast in a gentle circular motion. Make sure to lift arms and massage near, but not on, the underarm area. You can alternate between clockwise, circular motions and cupping breast individually. Repeat on other breast and finish by using both hands to make large sweeping, circular motions under the bustline and towards the décolleté. Use fingertips in a circular motion to massage the décolleté.

Sources:

“How Often Should I Do a Breast Self-Exam (BSE)?”: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-faqs/how-often-should-i-do-a-breast-self-exam-bse/

“Why You Should Be Doing a Breast Massage on the Reg”: https://www.wellandgood.com/good-advice/breast-massage-health-benefits-how-to/

“4 Benefits of a Daily Breast Massage”: https://blackdoctor.org/benefits-of-breast-massage/2/

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