While spending time on Instagram and exploring some of your favorite beauty pages, you must have come across the jade roller, a small metallic beauty instrument that so many influencers swear by. But is it just another trendy hype or does it actually work?
Keeping up with beauty fads nowadays tends to be harder than keeping up with the Kardashians (in my humble opinion) with new skincare trends coming up on a daily. Jade rollers have quickly gained popularity when it comes to pampering your skin. This beautiful tool is made up of a small metal wand with a jade stone fixed on either one or both ends and it works by gliding over the skin much like a paint roller glides over a wall.
Jade rolling has a rich, and long history in traditional Chinese medicine since the 17th century due to its said ability to do everything from sculpting, toning, and firming skin to boosting blood circulation. This, in turn, reduces puffiness, minimizes fine lines, improves elasticity, boosts skin circulation; the list is just endless. But are they the skincare miracle they are said to be? Keep reading to find out what benefits a jade roller has for the skin.
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Benefits of a Jade Roller for Skin
Ease puffiness and redness
Most jade rollers usually have a larger stone meant to be used on your forehead, cheeks, jaw, and neck and a smaller stone for under your eyes and around your mouth. The real benefit of using a jade roller is improving circulation and lymphatic drainage so you look less puffy and glow more. The jade roller is cool to the touch. Applying that cold sensation restricts blood flow to that particular area as pressure pushes a fluid known as lymph, to the lymph nodes which process it and filter out toxins. Whenever there is a swelling on your face, especially under your eyes, using a jade roller can help drain the lymph fluid away and into the proper channels.
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May prevent breakouts
It can also indirectly help clear or prevent breakouts. The massaging motion of the jade roller can on some level, have a relaxing effect while stimulating certain hormones and in turn ease acne. Ensure you are very gentle when handling the roller as too much pressure could easily rapture pimples which as you know leads to further breakouts or inflammation.
The first time I read about a jade roller, it looked like one of those over-hyped products that would end up collecting dust in my bathroom, but considering how chic the stone looks I’d probably have it out on display on my sink. After seeing how many tags it had on the gram I caved and got one. I set out to use it every morning, evening, and on the few rare occasions after I go out for a run. I hoped it would result in a less-tired-looking skin and ease my dark under-eye circles.
After washing and toning my face I dotted on my eye cream and moisturizer and began rolling it along my cheeks, jawline, and forehead then proceeded to do my eyelids and under eyes. The jade roller picked up a lot of my product which left me thinking “I need that in my skin” but it did give me a cool sensation as promised and I had not refrigerated it (this is the best way to tell apart a real jade roller from a fake one).
It is important to make sure you are rolling on a clean face, otherwise, you would just be rubbing dirt or makeup into your skin. Roll down your neck if you please. I admit I did not notice much of a difference in my dark circles or puffiness but I loved how cool it felt. I may not have got the immediate awake look I wanted but I did feel more awake and the arguments I had read about from skincare pros and obsessives convinced me to keep my attitude in check. Checking in 7 days later, my skin did indeed look and feel better.
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Tips to rip maximum benefits from a jade roller
- Always make sure your jade roller is clean before using
- Apply a serum or facial oil to your skin beforehand as it may enhance the penetration of the products
- Roll gently to prevent irritation
- When you are done using your jade roller always clean with soap and water
- Keep it in your refrigerator or freezer
- Pair it with a sheet mask. Jade rollers can be used for smoothing on sheet face masks to help it better adhere to skin and add a cooling benefit.
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All in all, I would recommend jade rollers. It may not immediately give you that glow you want to have instantly but I can’t stress enough how great the cooling effect feels on the skin. Being a low-stake investment, I’d say it is worth it accompanied by a great skincare routine. If it makes you feel good by all means, go for it!
Have you ever tried using a jade roller? What benefits did you reap from it? Share below in the comments.
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I use my Jade Roller 2-3 times a week. It works and keeps my skin dewy and bouncey. xx
That’s great! Thanks for sharing…