Roll Your Way To Beautifully Firmer Skin

Facial rollers and gua sha stones seem to be a trend among anti-aging enthusiasts today. In fact, the whole thing is taking us by storm and they seem to be popping up everywhere, with price tags ranging from below RM10 to more than RM300! Why, some of them are even made of wood, and even plastic! So, what’s the deal with these beauty tools anyway, and does it really matter what they’re made of?

Well, firstly, here’s what we know so far: Face rollers and gua sha massage tools, regardless if they’re made from jade or quartz stone; both work by the same mechanism, whereby it’s actually their massaging effects, not the composition of the stones used, that produce any benefits. There are people (seen in YouTube videos) that claim using smooth bottle caps in place of gua sha tools and got the same results, although we ourselves advise you to stick to the safer, more well-known tools, please!

Though jade and rose quartz facial roller are trending on the internet today, people have been using face rollers and other facial sculpting tools for centuries. This beauty massage technique is said to originate from China, and is said to have a purifying effect on the skin. Facial rolling as well as gua sha massage techniques are found to be helpful in lymphatic drainage, where it helps to move the fluid that pools under the skin. Done correctly, it is said to result in a jawline that is less puffy and appears more sculpted.

So, facial rollers, especially the ‘real’ ones which are made from jade or other precious stones, are said to do everything from sculpting, toning, and firming the skin to helping to boost circulation, enhancing glow, reducing puffiness, minimizing fine lines, improving elasticity, detoxifying, and helping skincare products penetrate better. That really is a lot of good things for our complexion just from one tool, so it’s only natural that we end up wondering: Does it really work?

Using A Facial Roller
First and foremost, always work on a moistened face -use a heavy moisturiser or face oil for this. Start by moving the roller away from the center of the face upward and outward so you are rolling the stone toward your lymph nodes – these movements, done with firm pressure, promotes fluid drainage. It’s also been reported that this directional movement helps counteract gravity and lift the skin. Generally, the pressure from facial rollers is lesser compared to using a gua sha stone

Using A Gua Sha Stone
A gua sha stone is usually a flat jade stone that has curved sides. To use it, firstly, ensure your skin is appropriately moistened. Start gently if it’s your first time, and press it along your face, moving upward and outward as you do with a jade roller. When done correctly, it may produce faster results compared to using a roller, because more pressure is involved.