Face rollers are typically made out of crystals and are used to gently massage the face and stimulate the lymphatic system to decrease puffiness, ease tension and stimulate blood flow to increase your skin’s glow.
They’ve got a larger roller on one end, perfect for areas like your neck, cheeks, and forehead, and a smaller roller at the other end that works well for brow bones and the under eye area.
This article will look at different types of face rollers, their potential benefits and common mistakes when using facial rollers.
Types Of Facial Rollers
There are many types of facial rollers on the market, so you may want to know where to start.
- Jade Face Roller
Made from solid jade stone, this roller is known to have a cooling effect on the skin. An excellent stimulator of lymphatic drainage, a jade roller instantly soothes the skin and reduces inflammation.
- Rose Quartz Roller
Rose quartz roller stands out for its ability to hold its temperature – both hot and cold. So, if you’re looking for a facial massage that lasts longer than a couple of minutes, a rose quartz roller is just what you need.
- Amethyst Roller
An amethyst roller can soothe the skin by reducing inflammation, which is often the cause of acne in many adults. Regularly rubbing an amethyst roller across your face can also help tighten the skin overtime.
- Ice Roller
Unlike crystal face rollers, this face massager roller is filled with water or gel. Rubbing an ice roller on your face can alleviate headaches, absorb skincare products more deeply, soothe the skin, reduce irritation and inflammation.
- Metal Face Roller
Just like a jade face roller, this face massager has naturally cooling properties. If your face looks puffy or feels tense when you wake up in the morning, we recommend massaging it with a metal roller regularly.
- Derma Roller
With tiny spikes on one end, it’s one of the best face massage tools to include in your skincare routine. From getting rid of pigmentation issues and improving the overall look and feel of the skin, there are many benefits of using a derma roller for the face. The technique of rubbing a derma roller across your face is often referred to as derma rolling.
Tips For Using Face Rollers
Now that you have chosen your facial roller, you can now incorporate it into your skin care routine. People may find it beneficial to use a face roller after cleansing in the evening, allowing them to relax with clean skin. There are specific ways to use a facial roller properly.
For more tips for using a facial roller, visit How To Properly Use A Facial Roller.
How To Clean Your Facial Roller
- Wipe off any excess oil or product with a soft, clean washcloth. It’s a good idea to wipe it off after every use.
- Use a gentle face wash or soap to kill bacteria. Be sure to rinse thoroughly with room temperature water.
- Avoid putting very hot water on your facial roller or soaking it in water.
- Lay the roller horizontally on a clean cloth to dry.
How Often Should You Use A Face Roller
Face rollers are safe to use every day. Some studies indicate that you’ll see better results if you use it long term as well.
How Long Do You Roll For
Even if you only have a few minutes, you may still be able to get some of the de-stressing and potentially de-puffing benefits.
Using a facial massage roller for just 5 minutes can increase blood flow to your cheeks. Using the roller for 10 minutes should be enough. Always stop if it starts to hurt. As with anything related to your skin, being gentle is key.
Benefits Of A Facial Roller
People claim that face rollers have a variety of benefits for the skin and a person’s overall well-being such as:
- improve blood flow to the face
- reduce puffiness
- boost mood
For more information, please check out our article about Benefits Of A Facial Roller.
Drawbacks of Facial Roller
- They Will Not Help With Deep Wrinkles
The facial rollers may increase blood flow and give your skin a youthful appearance. However, it will not help reduce the deep-set wrinkles and sagging skin.
- The Effects Are Temporary
You have to be consistent with using jade rollers as the effects will disappear once you stop using them. Simply put, your puffy eyes and under-eye bags will return if you stop using the jade roller.
- They Are Porous
Facial rollers can easily accumulate dirt, sebum, and oils from the skin. If you do not clean them properly, they can harbor bacteria and worsen your skin or any existing condition like acne.
- They Can Be Easily Counterfeited
There are multiple jade roller-like tools made of plastic, marble, and dyed glass available on the market that claim to be original jadeite or nephrite. Unless you are buying from a reputed seller, you can easily get ripped off.
Face Rolling Mistakes
- Not using any product before rolling
For optimal results, you want to apply a skincare product (i.e. serum) to your cleansed face before using a roller. The roller will enhance penetration of the serum into skin, and the added lubrication reduces friction and helps the roller glide more easily across the face.
- Not cleaning your roller regularly
Like any surface that is exposed to open air, rollers can harbor tiny pollutants like dust mites. And since we are pressing the roller along our skin, it can pick up naturally occurring microbes like fungus and bacteria that reside in tiny amounts on the skin surface.
- Rolling back and forth—or downwards—on your face
The direction you roll in matters and you should always roll outward from the center of your face. Going back and forth doesn't help improve blood flow to the face, and rolling downward is quite literally dragging your skin down. Remember, you want to lift for a more youthful complexion.
- Not applying enough pressure or applying too much pressure
Not enough pressure and you are not optimizing possible collagen stimulation, lymphatic drainage, or skin circulation. On the other side, too much pressure could injure superficial skin blood vessels or worsen inflamed acne lesions. To prevent both from happening, use brisk but firm strokes without pressing to the point of pain.
- Jade rolling after microneedling or derma rolling
You don’t want to overwork your skin. Facial rolling on top of microneedling or derma rolling is excessive. Only use one or the other of these at-home procedures on your skin.
Takeaway
Using a facial roller to massage your face may be relaxing, and it might have some potential benefits for your skin. There are many types of facial rollers to choose from like crystal rollers, ice rollers, or metal rollers, and all of them can be beneficial.
Face rollers cannot help someone lose weight or permanently slim their face. However, their cool surface may help reduce puffiness and temporarily give the skin a more taut appearance.
Avoid common mistakes when using facial rollers. It is a good idea to use face rollers on clean skin alongside a product like serum that can lubricate the skin’s surface. Clean the roller after each use to prevent the spread of bacteria. Always roll outward from the center of your face.
Using a roller can be an extremely positive experience as well as a great addition to your routine, even more so if you follow the above guidance, remain consistent with your usage, and have realistic expectations.
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