When you think of slimming your face and removing puffiness from your cheeks, the first thing that comes to mind is probably "dieting". But what if I told you that this isn't necessarily the only way to slim your face? Before you ask, no, I'm not talking about contouring. I'm talking about jade roller.
A jade roller is a health and skin care tool that has been a part of Chinese beauty regimen since the 7th century. Like many Eastern cultures, the ancient Chinese believed in the power of crystal therapy, or gemstones, to promote health, beauty and well-being through their unique energy. Now, before your eyes roll to the back of your head, science shows it can work - at least, especially when it comes to jade.
So, back to the jade roller! The best of these two-headed wands are made of high-quality green jade, a stone that benefits the mind and body. The use of this ancient device is known to tone and tighten the skin, enhance elasticity, improve circulation and promote lymphatic drainage - all for a slimmer, firmer facial profile. Think of jade rolling as a workout for your face, but unlike an intense kinetic cycling session, it feels more like a massage. All you have to do is roll the thing around your face for a few minutes to reap its benefits.
Of course, I know this may seem a bit gimmicky to most people. So, I tried it out for a week! Find my quick demo and final thoughts on the Jade Roller below.
Method
Step 1: The Jade Roller can be used as the final step in your skin care routine. In my case, this means it's used in the morning with my moisturizer and in the evening with my night cream.
Step 2: Roll the larger jade stones across your nose, forehead, cheeks and chin. Roll over each area three to four times and press gently. Repeat as often as you have time.
Step 3: Roll the smaller jade stones over your eyes and other delicate areas of your face. Repeat the same process as step 2.
After using the jade roller for about a week, all I can say is I'm addicted! It's so easy to use and very relaxing. More importantly, I noticed an improvement in my puffiness, especially around my eyes. The skin underneath them looks brighter and less "saggy". So far, the facial contouring effect has been subtle - I can't always tell the difference, but I can feel it in my skin. It feels stronger and more supple. Again, it's only been a week, so like any workout regimen, you need to keep jade rolling to see great results. So far, my favorite part is the feel of the roller. Jade is cold.
, even if I forget to put it in the fridge. Each roll relaxes my facial muscles while tightening my skin (oddly enough) and making me less tense.
I would definitely recommend Jade Rolling as an easy solution to tone your face without dieting or grooming. It doesn't require that much work, plus you can always use a facial massage to kick start your morning routine or squeeze in a little self-care after a long day.
