Face Mapping: Decoding the Language of Facial Patterns

Introduction

The face-mapping technique is the oldest technique for diagnosing diseases by looking, touching, and feeling the changes that occur on the skin due to any illness caused by internal organs. This technique is based on the belief that any illnesses in general health can be shown on the face.

What Is Face Mapping?

Face mapping is the technique used in ancient times in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. In this technique, health problems in any part of the body were diagnosed through the face. In those times, various kinds of blood tests, scans, X-rays, and other imaging techniques were not available. Therefore, the diagnosis was made on the basis of signs shown on the face. The face was analyzed thoroughly for acne, blemishes, dryness, redness, or any other signs and symptoms, and a diagnosis was made in accordance with these symptoms.

How Does Face Mapping Work?

Face mapping is used as a mirror to see the reflection of internal health. According to this technique, the various systems of our body show signs on the different parts of the face. If someone has jaundice, it will show in the eye as the eye becomes yellow in color. Similarly, puffiness around the eyes in the morning is linked to kidney impairment. Acne location on the face can give a hint about the cause of the acne-like stress, diet, or any illness present in the body. These signs occur because all the organs in our body are interlinked.

What Are the Techniques of Face Mapping?

There are basically three types of face mapping.

• Chinese face mapping.

• Dermalogica faces mapping.

• Acne face mapping.

Among all these techniques, acne face mapping is the most popular.

What Is Chinese Face Mapping?

In this technique, the face is seen as a map, and each section of this face map connects to various organs. For example:

• Forehead: The forehead is believed to be associated with the digestive system. Breakouts or lines in the forehead show the possibility of irritable bowel syndrome or poor diet, elevated stress level, or sleep deprivation.

• Temples: The temple is believed to be associated with the kidneys and bladder. Acne represents infection and inflammation in the kidneys and bladder. In addition, any medications which are not tolerable by the body showed up here.

• Eyebrows: The space between the eyebrows is believed to be associated with the liver. Any issue related to the liver will show up in this area.

• Eyes: The under-eye area is believed to be associated with body fluids. Dark circles, puffiness around the eyes, and the formation of eye bags are caused by a lack of water or stress.

• Nose: The left side of the nose represents the left side of the heart and the right side represents the right side of the heart. It is believed that redness or blackheads on the nose represent heart-related blockage. In addition, breakouts show problems related to blood pressure or cholesterol.

• Cheeks: The cheeks are linked with the stomach, spleen, and respiratory system. Breakouts are signs of sinus problems or allergies. Redness in the cheek shows stomach inflammation.

• Mouth: The mouth represents the stomach and colon. Mouth ulcers can indicate stomach ulcers or problems related to a diet like cold or raw food.

• Chin: This area represents the reproductive and hormonal systems. Pimples in the chin or jawline area represent impairment in the menstrual cycle or stress.

What Is Dermalogica Face Mapping?

In this technique, dermatology knowledge has been added to traditional Chinese face mapping. The face is divided into various zones for analysis. The various zones are:

• Zone 1 and 3: This zone covers the forehead. This is related to the bladder and digestive system. Frequent breakouts in this area represent problems in these systems.

• Zone 2: This zone covers the area between the eyebrows and is linked with the liver. Pimples in this area show the need for modification in the diet.

• Zone 4 and 10: This zone covers the ears and is linked to the kidney. If ears are constantly hot for a period of time, it is advisable to increase the water intake and decrease the salt, tea, coffee, and alcohol consumption.

• Zone 5 and 9: This zone covers the cheeks and is related to the respiratory system. People who are having allergies or smoke often have congestion, fine or broken capillaries, or hyperpigmentation in the cheek area.

• Zone 6 and 8: This zone covers the eyes and is related to the kidneys. Dark circles and puffiness around the eyes are caused by dehydration or an imbalanced diet. However, apart from this, allergies, stress, and poor lymph circulation can also be causative factors.

• Zone 7: This zone covers the nose and is linked to the heart. Redness in the nose shows raised blood pressure or the initial stages of rosacea disease.

• Zone 12 and 12A: These zones cover the chin and the upper lip and are linked to hormonal imbalance and the reproductive cycle. For example, unwanted hair growth or pigmentation and breakout here show disturbance in hormonal balance, stress, or premenstrual phase.

• Zone 11 and 13: These zones cover the jawline and are related to ovaries and extensive dental surgery. Breakouts in this area are triggered by dental work. In addition, a breakout in this area also shows improper removal of makeup, irritants in cosmetic products, and hormonal changes.

• Zone 14: This zone covers the neck and is related to the adrenal glands. Redness in this area shows the presence of stress. In addition, sun damage or allergy due to fragrance in a cosmetic product could also be the cause.

What Is Acne Face Mapping?

In this technique, the triggering factor behind the origin of acne is to find out on the basis of the location of the acne. The face is divided into several zones to find out the cause of acne.

• Forehead: Acne on the forehead is related to stress and diet. Therefore, lifestyle modifications like reducing dress levels and eating a healthy diet can help with this acne.

• Hairline: Acne in this area is caused by hair or makeup product buildup, which clogs the pores and results in breakouts or acne. This acne is called pomade acne.

• Eyebrows: Acne in this area is related to the diet and caused due to excessive consumption of alcohol or fatty food.

• Cheeks: Acne in this area is caused by pollutants (air pollution) and bacteria that come from pillows or cell phones. High sugar intake can also trigger acne in this area.

• Chin and Jawline: Acne in these areas is caused by hormonal imbalance. Conditions like menstruation, pregnancy, or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOD) trigger pimples in these areas.

How Accurate Is Face Mapping?

Some of the applications of face mapping are true, like yellow eyes in jaundice and puffy eyes in kidney disease. However, there are not many scientific pieces of evidence available that support the connection between the location of acne and internal health. Studies show that the cause of acne in different locations of the face may be due to too much oil production, the use of waxy products, bacterial infections, or hormonal changes.

Conclusion

To conclude, face mapping, which has been practiced since ancient times, can be applied in modern medicine to get a clue in the diagnosis of the disease, especially for acne, to rule out the cause of acne on the face. However, there is a need for more research on these ancient techniques to find out their accuracy.