The neck is one of the areas most affected by our modern lifestyle—and one of the first places many women notice age-related changes. But here's what might surprise you: Many of the signs of aging we see in our necks aren't actually about age at all!

Women are typically drawn to face yoga for the aesthetic benefits. But here’s something interesting I’ve noticed: The longer someone practices face yoga, the more they talk about benefits that have nothing to do with how they look.

When I first started practicing face yoga, I expected (ok, well, I was hoping for) physical results—more toned muscles, a lifted look, a brighter, smoother complexion. What I didn't expect was that face yoga turned out to be as much an inner journey as an outer one.

You may value simplicity, environmental stewardship, health, authenticity, or compassion. But do your daily beauty routines actually support these core values?