Facial massage and face roller
If you type the word “skincare” in the search, then on the first page, you will see a picture with a massage roller. Facial massage has become a real beauty trend in recent years. They promise that massage (both with a roller and with hands) will help smooth out wrinkles, give radiance, relieve skin stress, and generally return youth. You just need to rub your skin with jade and press on certain points. But is it really like that? A straight answer, it’s not.
Well, step by step. Nobody argues that facial massage is a very useful procedure, and it does not matter whether it is done by a professional or you are doing it yourself. You will see the result; the main thing is to follow general advice. Although, if it is done by a professional, it brings more pleasure and results.
Tips on how and what to do are very easy to find on any website. The purpose of the massage is to increase blood circulation and lymphatic drainage in the massaged area. This will lead to a healthy glow on the face (radiance), reduce puffiness, especially under the eyes, and slightly increase skin tone. Also, massage will help relax facial muscles, which can partly help prevent fine lines, which appear in people with very active facial expressions (characteristic movements of the facial muscles). Also, muscle tone has a positive effect on the face contour.
These are short-term effects that are achieved through regular massage. But not more. These procedures do not stimulate the production of collagen, hyaluronic acid, elastin, or other important skin proteins. It is important to separate skincare and facial massage. Massage can help, but it cannot replace skincare products.
Hence the second part of the question. There are many kinds of rollers made of different stones and metals. What are their benefits? Should we choose some special stone or metal, or even plastic? When the roller’s material touches the face, it doesn’t cause any processes in the skin. The only difference is that stone and metal rollers create coolness when it comes into contact with the skin, further stimulating blood circulation. The real benefit of a roller is that it can be cooled (e.g., in the fridge), and it is convenient to roll it on the skin. There are many techniques for how to massage with a roller and other objects properly. For example, stone and metal plates will have the same effect. And again, the benefits of such massage will be in stimulating blood circulation and lymph drainage. Unfortunately, massage cannot cope with most skin problems, and of course, cannot cure psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, acne, and so on. But massage can help with puffiness, redness, and dark circles under the eyes.
Rollers, by the way, are not so harmless. Its surface is a potential collection of microorganisms, do not forget about it and thoroughly clean it. If you have acne or inflammation on your skin, be careful with massage rollers, other objects, and hands. If you rub your skin very actively and press it, you can worsen acne, couperose, and rosacea.
Massage is a very useful procedure, of course, if done properly. Massage tools of all kinds are nothing more than a means to simplify the process. No stones or other materials they are made of will change the structure of your skin. Precious metals, such as silver, have excellent antibacterial properties, it prevents the growth of bacteria on its surface, but no more.
If you don’t have enough skill and time (even 5 minutes) to do a massage, it is better to leave it to your beautician. It is important to know the location of the main vessels and stimulation points so as not to hurt yourself. Too active massage and incorrect movements can provoke swelling. It is better not to actively massage the skin with rosacea or cupirosis, so as not to cause more irritation and worsen the capillary network. Incorrect stretching movements with regular massages are also not helpful. Therefore, it is better to choose a simple technique for yourself that will not harm your skin. And do not forget that there are many nerve endings on our face, so do not try too hard!
Soon we will talk about the concept of face yoga and its benefits.
