Fact check: Performing these movements 100 times daily can remove eye bags, de-puff eyes, and relieve headaches.

Verdict: mostly true — Trust Score 75/100

The Instagram post authentically shows Kai Hung demonstrating facial and head massage techniques, referencing traditional Chinese medicine. The techniques involve stimulating acupoints such as 印堂穴 (Yintang), 承泣 (Chengqi), and 迎香 (Yingxiang). While these acupoints are recognized in traditional Chinese medicine for various benefits, the extent of their efficacy for all claims like immediate energy improvement, complete removal of eye bags, and significant memory enhancement is not fully confirmed by 5 sources.

mostly true verification card — Trust Score 75/100
Platform
instagram
Source author
drkaihung — see all fact-checks of this account
Original post
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DafmVF0u384/?igsh=MW51cnAwcjVpa2Yzbw==
Verified on
July 17, 2026
Verification ID
X1jCDODXMmvFDzQbuB3KTA

Original content reviewed

Platform: INSTAGRAM Author: @drkaihung --- Caption/Description --- Uma rotina pra melhorar sua energia do dia @drkaihung #medicinachinesa Published: 2026-07-07T13:43:10.000Z ---VERIFICATION_SUMMARY--- Platform: INSTAGRAM Author: @drkaihung Person shown on screen (from video analysis): Kai Hung What the video shows (from video analysis): A man in a white shirt and then a suit demonstrates facial and head massage techniques against a stone wall background. He points to different areas of his face and head, illustrating how to perform the movements. Insets with diagrams and before-and-after images of faces and eyes are shown to highlight the benefits of the techniques. --- HOW TO VERIFY THIS (provenance-first) --- 1. SOURCE-TRACE: take the MOST DISTINCTIVE, verbatim details above — exact unusual quotes, named people/places/objects — and web-search them TOGETHER as a combination, alongside the subject/person shown and the topic, to find the ORIGINAL source of this clip (an official channel, the uploader, a news report). A combination of distinctive phrases has essentially ONE source on the web. 2. JUDGE FROM PROVENANCE: If a credible source (official account, established news outlet) documents this exact clip/event, it is a REAL, documented event — verify accordingly, and use that source to confirm WHO is shown. If after searching NO credible source corroborates an extraordinary or specific claim, state it CANNOT BE VERIFIED (and for a sensational claim lean toward not-credible). Do NOT default to "verified" on tangential, generic facts. 3. VIDEO AUTHENTICITY — decide it from VerifyMate's OWN forensic read of the ACTUAL frames (this analysis pass WATCHED the video), and NEVER from viewer comments. The read: "no strong signs of AI generation (confidence 0%)". Then SOURCE-TRACE the distinctive details (steps 1-2) to confirm whether this is a real, documented event before concluding it authentic. --- Caption/Description --- Uma rotina pra melhorar sua energia do dia @

Claims analyzed (5)

  1. mostly true: Performing these movements 100 times daily can remove eye bags, de-puff eyes, and relieve headaches.
    Acupressure on facial points is recognized in traditional Chinese medicine for relieving headaches and reducing eye strain. Some sources suggest it can help with puffiness. However, the claim of 'removing eye bags' completely may be an exaggeration, as eye bags can have various causes not solely addressed by massage.
  2. mostly true: Battering the 'caça' (head) 100 times each morning will reduce anxiety and improve memory and productivity.
    Acupressure on head points, such as GV 20 (Hundred Meeting point) and GV 24.5 (Third Eye point), is associated with calming the mind, reducing stress, and improving mental alertness. Some sources suggest it can help with memory and focus. However, the term 'battering' is unclear and could imply excessive force, which is not recommended. The specific number of repetitions (100 times) for these outcomes lacks direct scientific validation.
  3. mostly true: The techniques described are a form of 'skin care' that awakens and activates energy to start the day.
    Facial massages and acupressure are often considered part of a skincare routine due to their potential to improve circulation and skin appearance. In traditional Chinese medicine, these practices are believed to activate 'Qi' (energy) and promote overall well-being, which can contribute to feeling more energized.
  4. verified: The acupoint 印堂穴 (Yintang) is located between the eyebrows.
    Multiple sources confirm that Yintang is an acupoint located at the midpoint between the eyebrows.
  5. verified: The acupoint 迎香 (Yingxiang) is located on the side of the nose, along the nasolabial fold.
    Sources confirm that Yingxiang is an acupoint located beside the nose, often described as being on the nasolabial fold.

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