A facial roller is a non-invasive and quick way to relax and give your skin a lift. Find out more about this popular tool.
If you haven’t yet tried a facial roller as part of your regular beauty routine, here’s some helpful information about why this tool is so popular for relaxation and improved skin health.
What is a facial roller?
A facial roller is a beauty tool made from stone or stainless steel that is used to gently massage the face and stimulate blood flow. You will recognise this tool by its long thin handle, and the larger and smaller roller on each end.
Using a facial roller can lead to less tension, less ‘puffiness’ and a more natural glow. The Healthline website writes that using a face roller can stimulate blood flow to your face, which may help make your skin look brighter.
Think of using a facial roller like giving your face a five-minute massage. At the very least, it can be very relaxing, particularly if you find yourself clenching your jaw without realising you are doing it.
How does a facial roller work?
When you run a facial roller over your forehead, cheeks and chin (applying a light but not painful level of pressure), you are helping to stimulate lymphatic drainage and flush out the waste and toxins that have built up under your skin.
Some people find that gently using a facial roller can help to relieve the symptoms of a headache thanks to the cooling nature of the roller and its ‘job’ of relieving tension.
If you’re looking for science-backed evidence of the benefits of facial rollers, one scientific study found that:
“An increase in blood flow enhances the supply of oxygen and nutrients to cells, as well as the removal of metabolic products from cells. It is therefore likely that an increase in blood flow in facial skin induced by the short- and long-term use of a facial massage roller can exert favourable effects.”
How to use a facial roller
Using a facial roller is quick and easy.
First, apply some serum to freshly cleaned skin (the higher quality serum you use, the better). Then use your facial roller to massage your cheeks, forehead, under-eye areas (be gentle) and chin for around five minutes. The roller will give you a refreshing massage and will help the serum to penetrate your skin and do its good work to nourish and restore nutrients.
Experts recommend you roll outwards from the centre of your face and away from your eyes to decrease puffiness. Instead of going back and forth, lift the roller to make sure it rolls in a single direction.
If you have mature skin, be careful not to roll too firmly or you may cause bruising under the surface of your skin.
It is fine to spend a little time using your facial roller each day, particularly if you find it relaxing.
Why use a stainless steel facial roller?
While some people use jade or quartz facial rollers, there are benefits to choosing stainless steel instead. For example, stainless steel is self-cooling. It is always cool to touch so it feels refreshing on your skin.
This material is also non-porous so you don’t have to worry about mould or bacteria forming on your facial roller. With that being said, always make sure to clean and wipe your facial roller after using it, and store it in a cool dry place. Keeping it in a cloth bag is a good way to ensure it will stay hygienic.
Stainless steel is also much stronger than stone and will not break or chip when used as a facial roller. This will give you a longer-lasting return on investment. It is also 100 per cent recyclable.
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