@myo.massage.sandiego: Orange peel skin on the chin often comes from tension in the mentalis muscle — the small but powerful muscle that controls chin expression. When it stays contracted, it pulls on the skin from underneath, creating that dimpled, uneven texture. Add to that the hardened fat pad that can build up in the same area, and the surface starts to look and feel rough — almost like it’s been pushed from the inside. Massage works by releasing that deep muscular tension, softening the fat layer, and bringing fresh circulation back to the tissue. Over time, the skin stops being pulled. It starts to smooth out. This is slow work. But it’s real work.