Today’s blog is brought to you by a beauty gem that you’ve probably seen on your Instagram feed: the facial roller. But what is it, what does it do, and why does everyone seem to have one in their skincare routine? Let us tell you all about it.
The facial roller is a small tool, usually made with semi-precious stones believed to have healing properties like jade or rose quartz. Its mission is to give your face a touch of relaxation while helping improve blood circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote brighter skin. As if that weren’t enough, the roller also helps your serum or cream penetrate better, making your skincare routine even more effective.
But the best part is that using it is easier than it sounds. You just need to glide it over your face with gentle, upward motions, making sure to cover everything from your chin to your forehead. In addition to benefits it provides to your skin, the relaxing massage it delivers is perfect for relieving stress after a long day.
At Healing Hands, all massages 75 minutes and up, and all facials, include this treatment. The tool itself is inexpensive to purchase and easy to use on your own; read on for easy instructions to give yourself this kind of massage. It’s like having a mini spa at home! 💆🏽♀️
DIY Facial Massage with a Facial Roller
Preparation:
- Cleanse your face and hands.
- Apply a facial oil or serum for smooth gliding.
Massage Steps:
- Warm-Up: Press the roller gently over your face for a few seconds to relax the muscles.
- Forehead: Roll upward from your eyebrows to your hairline using the larger end of the tool.
- Eye Area: Use the smaller end of the tool to gently roll from the inner to outer corners, reducing puffiness.
- Cheeks: Roll outward from the sides of your nose toward your ears to promote circulation.
- Jawline & Chin: Glide the roller upward from your chin along your jawline to relieve tension.
- Neck: Roll in upward strokes from your collarbone toward your jaw to encourage lymphatic drainage.
- Final Relaxation: Lightly press the roller all over your face for a cooling, soothing finish.
Bonus Tips:
- Always roll in upward and outward motions.
- Use light pressure to avoid tugging on the skin.
- Repeat each motion 5–10 times for the best effect.
- For a cooling effect, store your facial roller in the fridge between sessions. It can warm up quickly after use, so you may wish to keep a small dish of ice water handy if you wish to keep it cool on the face.
- Clean your roller after each use to prevent bacteria buildup.
Enjoy your refreshed, glowing skin! ✨
At Healing Hands, we believe that taking care of your skin is also taking care of your well-being. So, if you haven’t tried the facial roller yet, don’t hesitate to give it a go. Or book with us and have our expert practitioners pamper you!