| 摘要 |
The present invention relates to apparatuses and methods for exercising the facial muscles. Specifically, the present invention relates to a series of apparatuses that may be placed against or behind a user's lips, on a user's face, under a user's chin, and/or against a user's neck. As a user performs exercises with the present invention, the corresponding facial muscles become more strengthened and toned. Toning the muscles in one's face helps to reduce wrinkles, sagging, and expression marks that have developed over time. In addition, exercising of the neck region helps strengthen the soft palate that may be useful for snore prevention or singing. The apparatuses and methods described herein may be utilized for rehabilitation for stroke victims, individuals with speech impediments and other speech pathology, may increase collagen production in the lips, and may be utilized to increase blood flow to the neck, throat and face. |
| 主权项 |
1. An apparatus for exercising the face and lips of a user comprising:
an extended article having a main body, a first end and a second end, the first end having a lip engaging element, wherein the lip engaging element comprises a first ridge disposed laterally across the first end of the extended article extending upwardly from the first end of the extended article, and a second ridge disposed laterally across the first end of the extended article and extending downwardly from the first end of the extended article, the first and second ridges being placed behind the upper and lower lips, respectively, of a user for exercising the user's lips and face. |
