A jade roller is a handheld facial massage tool made of jade (hard or nephrite), which is an ornamental mineral. It is cold to the touch and has its origins in ancient China and Eastern civilizations. They believed that jade (hard jade) had healing properties.
Most jade rollers commercially available today are made of nephrite and are used to massage the facial skin to keep it healthy, young and bright.
Do jade facial rollers work? What are the benefits?
1. Improves blood flow
A study published in Complementary Medicine evaluated the short-term effects of using a massage roller on the face. The study found that a five-minute facial massage dilated blood vessels and improved blood flow to the cheeks.
2. Reduce puffiness
Massage with a jade roller helps reduce puffiness by stimulating the lymphatic vessels of the face to promote lymphatic drainage.
3. Tighten the skin
According to a study, massaging the face can alter the expression of certain structural proteins in the skin, stimulate elastin fibers and promote collagen development. Therefore, regular massage of the skin with a jade roller and an anti-aging serum may produce similar results.
4. Boost your mood
Facial massage can help relieve anxiety and boost your mood. Researchers at Kyushu University's Institute of User Sciences found that a 45-minute facial massage can activate the sympathetic nervous system and reduce psychological distress. Massaging your face with a jade roller has a similar effect.
5. Improve your skin care routine
You can use a jade roller to apply serums, creams, lotions and eye creams. It helps to apply products evenly without pulling on the skin and allows you to control the direction of application.
How to use the Jade Roller
The following is a step-by-step guide to get the most out of using the Jade Roller.
1. Cleanse face and pat dry.
2. Gently massage in a few drops of facial oil or serum. You can also put on a mask and use the roller on top. 3.
3. Using the wider side of the roller, massage from the middle of the forehead to the hairline on both sides. Apply medium pressure. 3.
3. Massage from the sides of your nose towards your cheekbones. 4.
4. Massage your neck and roll from your jawline down to your collarbone to ensure lymphatic drainage.
5. Massage your jawline and roll from under your lower lip towards your ears. 6.
6. Use the smaller side of the roller to massage the under-eye area. Start at the inner corner and roll toward the temples. Apply gentle pressure.
