The Face Roller, known for its Chinese history, has been long adored by facialists and skincare professionals for its natural cooling and anti-inflammatory properties. The Jade and Rose Quartz gemstones, praised for their healing and restorative energies, offer a gentle yet effective massage that yields significant benefits.
When used regularly, I recommend daily use 1-2 times per day; this at-home massage treatment supports the softening of fine lines, improved circulation, drainage of fluid and puffiness, renewed elasticity, and an overall glowing complexion. Incorporate your roller treatment into your morning routine when you wake up for a fresh and invigorating facial massage and a quick depuffing treatment. A great tip is to use the roller in conjunction with a sheet mask at night to assist in the absorption of serums and moisturizers. You can even keep your roller in the fridge for a more intense cooling effect, which I love during these hot summer months. Whether at-home or on the go, face rollers are perfect for easy and effective facial massage keeping your self-care rituals consistent.
How to use it:
1. Hold the roller by its handle and apply light pressure to the face.
2. Glide the roller in upward motions starting at the jawline and lower part of your cheeks and work your way up, following the natural shape of your beautiful face.
3. Finish by rolling up around your under eyes towards your hairline.
4. Repeat these motions for a minimum of 3-5 minutes.
5. Clean the roller after each use with a mild soap and warm water or damp cloth to prevent any bacteria build-up.
Gua Sha, While sometimes compared to face rollers, the ancient Chinese Gua Sha treatment is a very different but powerful facial massage for at-home use as well. This technique involves pulling an ergonomically designed and positively charged gemstone, Jade, Rose Quartz, or Bian Stone along the face with a deeper pressure than you would use with a face roller. Gua Sha provides fascial release massage to stimulate the skin's layers and help reduce puffiness, flush out excess fluid, relieve muscle tension, and bring fresh blood flow to the skin's surface, which can assist in cell turnover and promote anti-aging. With daily use, morning or night, regular Gua Sha massage reinforces the face's natural contours and shape, preserving a youthful look.
How to use it:
1. Hold the stone and begin to glide firm but comfortable strokes up your face starting with your jawline.
2. Work your way up to your cheekbones and under your eyes, pulling the strokes back towards your hairline. As if you were suggesting a lifting motion.
3. Finish with upward strokes from the top of your brow to your hairline. Repeat these strokes on each side of your face for a minimum of 5-7 minutes to achieve the sculpting benefits. Slight redness may occur but should resolve within a few minutes.
4. Follow this treatment with your favorite serum and moisturizer, and let nature do the rest.
5. Clean after each use with a mild soap and warm water or damp cloth to prevent any bacteria build-up.
You can use these facial tools interchangeably depending on your needs and preferences. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any at-home massage or skincare regimen to ensure these techniques are right for you.
