TCM cosmetology has become mainstream, no wonder so many beauty lovers fall in love with jade rollers. It is believed that jade rollers not only provide a relaxing experience, but also have many anti-aging benefits. No wonder it always appears in every Instagram feed.
What is the Jade Roller?
A jade roller is a hand-held massager made of jade or other stones that dates back to the seventh century in China.
There are many types of noodle rolls, and jade is the most common. You’ll also find face rollers made of rose quartz and amethyst. Jadeite is a much softer stone than pink crystal, but pink crystal can maintain its temperature for a long time.
Jade Roller Benefits
1. Improve blood circulation
Massage of any kind helps to promote blood circulation, and facial rollers help to stimulate blood circulation in the face. Healthy blood circulation means more oxygen and nutrients flow to your skin, which translates to a brighter, more youthful flow.
2. Relieve sinusitis
A stuffy nose can be uncomfortable, but preliminary research suggests that a jade roller can help clear your sinuses and relieve any pain associated with a stuffy nose.
3. Reduce puffiness
If you often struggle with puffiness and eye bags, a jade roller is just what you need in the morning.
Massage is a great way to reduce puffiness because it helps stimulate lymphatic drainage. It also helps if your jade roller is cold, as this helps constrict blood vessels.
4. Helps you apply skin care products
There is no point in using effective skin care products if they are not properly absorbed by the skin.
Using your favorite facial oil or moisturizer and a jade roller will not only help the tool glide over your skin, but it will also help deliver the active ingredients deeper into your skin.
5. Relieve anxiety
We’re living in quite an anxious and stressful time, so if you’re battling any COVID-19 anxiety, pick up your jade roller.
Research published in Biomedical Research found that facial massage can help reduce anxiety levels.
6. Detoxify the body
Facial rolling helps stimulate lymphatic drainage, and research published in the Journal of Manual and Manual Therapy shows that anything that stimulates the lymphatic system can help promote the removal of toxic build-up in the body.
- Relieve facial tension
Your face contains more than 40 different muscles, and repetitive stretching of these facial muscles can lead to the formation of fine lines.
Thankfully, jade rollers can help relax facial muscles, reduce the risk of fine line formation, and maintain a smoother, more youthful complexion.
How to use Jade Roller?
After using a face oil, serum or moisturizer on your skin, follow these facial rolling steps:
- Roll up from the neck. For best results, roll up instead of rolling back and forth.
- Press lightly, rolling from the jawline to the ears on the sides. You can go from the chin all the way to the cheekbones.
- Roll from the forehead up to the temple, only up. You would use this gentle pull if you were pulling tight skin with your hands and wrinkle-free.
- Roll horizontally over your brows, this may be especially soothing if you have a headache.
As for how long you should massage your face, one study found that just 5 minutes of facial rolling can help stimulate blood circulation in your face.
Don’t forget to clean your jade roller by wiping off excess product with a soft, clean towel and soaping before patting dry.
Should I Keep Jade Rollers in the Refrigerator?
The combination of massaging and cooling temperatures can help tighten the skin even further, so it is recommended to keep your tool in the refrigerator overnight and then use it on your face in the morning.
Which Face Roller Should We Buy?
Not all jade rollers are the same, as some rollers sold as jade are not actually jade. The last thing you want is to use a chemically dyed or treated stone on your face so that it looks like jade.
So, please choose real jade or quartz rollers, such as rose quartz face rollers, or green jade rollers. Simply touch your jade roller and it will be cool to the touch. You can gently scrape the surface of the roller with your fingernail as real jade will not leave any marks.
