15/01/2026
What is MLD and why is it different?
👉It uses extremely light pressure
MLD works on the superficial lymph vessels just under the skin, so the touch is gentle and slow—unlike deep tissue or sculpting massage, which uses firm pressure on muscles and fascia.
👉It follows the direction of lymph flow
The strokes are carefully mapped to move fluid toward lymph nodes and drainage pathways, whereas regular massage focuses on muscles and sculpting techniques focus on contouring and appearance rather than physiological drainage.
👉It is therapeutic, not aesthetic-first
MLD is designed to reduce swelling, support detoxification, and improve circulation for medical and wellness reasons; sculpting lymphatic massage may use similar movements but is primarily aimed at body shaping or facial definition.
👉It does not create soreness
Because MLD does not manipulate muscle tissue, it should never feel painful or leave you sore afterward—unlike deep massage or body sculpting techniques that intentionally work deeper layers.
👉It supports the immune and fluid systems
MLD directly assists the lymphatic system in clearing excess fluid and waste, while traditional massage targets muscular tension and sculpting techniques focus on appearance rather than internal lymph function.
