Sculptural Face Lifting, a Yakov Gershkovich Technique

In the quiet heart of Nice, within the serene walls of Katia Lembe's cabinet, beauty takes on a new dimension - one that has little to do with needles or machines, and everything to do with hands, intuition, and anatomy. Here, I experienced the Sculptural Face Lifting technique - a transformative massage that sculpts the face, revives the skin, and reconnects one to the natural harmony of self.

Katia Lembe, certified in the method of Yakov Gershkovich, practices an approach that is as scientific as it is sensorial. Gershkovich, a pioneering expert from Russia, is internationally recognized for developing this unique manual lifting technique that combines the precision of osteopathy, the depth of myofascial release, and the fluidity of traditional massage. His method works not only on the surface - the skin and muscles we see - but also on the inner structures of the face, the very architecture that defines its expression and youth.

Beyond the Surface: The Intra-Oral Massage

What distinguishes Sculptural Face Lifting from conventional facial massage is its intra-oral component - a technique performed gently from inside the mouth. With gloved hands, Katia works simultaneously from the outside and inside of the cheeks, jaw, and lips, releasing deep-seated muscle tension and fascial adhesions.
This internal approach targets the masseter and buccinator muscles, often overworked by stress, tension, or emotional strain. The sensation is curious at first - intimate, almost surgical in precision - yet profoundly relieving. The result is a visible softening of the features, a lifted jawline, and a redefined oval of the face. Wrinkles around the mouth and nasolabial folds appear smoother, as if the face had exhaled years of fatigue.
It is both a treatment and a meditation, reconnecting the outer beauty with inner calm.

A Sculptural Face Philosophy

Yakov Gershkovich's philosophy is rooted in the understanding that the face is a reflection of the soul's landscape. Every emotion, every unspoken tension, leaves an imprint on the muscular fabric of the face. The Sculptural Face Lifting method seeks to restore symmetry, tone, and vitality by awakening microcirculation, stimulating collagen production, and encouraging natural lymphatic drainage.
Through rhythmic kneading, lifting, and deep manipulations, the skin regains elasticity and luminosity. The contours of the face - the cheekbones, the jawline, the temples - appear subtly re-sculpted, not by force but by awakening the body's own regenerative intelligence.

Regular Ritual, Lasting Results

The benefits of this manual lifting are cumulative. A single session can illuminate the complexion, but regular treatments - ideally once or twice a month - provide true transformation. Over time, the skin becomes more resilient, the muscles retain their tone, and the expression softens into a serene radiance.

Katia Lembe emphasizes that prevention is the new rejuvenation. Starting early allows the face to age gracefully, maintaining elasticity and vitality long before visible sagging occurs.
And for those who wish to extend the benefits at home, simple exercises can be practiced daily - gentle facial yoga movements to release jaw tension, stimulate blood flow, and maintain emotional balance. Even a few minutes of mindful touch each morning can have a profound impact on how the face feels and appears.

Beauty as Presence

What remains after a session is not only a visible lift, but a deeper sense of coherence as if the face, freed from invisible tension, could finally express its true self. Sculptural Face Lifting is less about transformation and more about revelation: revealing the face's natural architecture, its inner vitality, and its quiet strength.

You can find Katia Lembe in her cabinet, Dermestime, 11 rue Miron in Nice