Benefits of Ice-Rolling
Just when you thought you didn’t need anymore skincare tools, we brought you more!😉 There’s been a lot of hype around ice rollers lately. Have you hopped on the bandwagon?
Ice rollers are a new(ish) skincare technique that give you almost instant results, including de-puffing, tightening and brightening your skin.
What is an Ice Roller?
An ice roller is pretty much exactly what it sounds like. It’s a small skincare tool, (typically stored in the fridge, to keep cold) that you use to massage your face. Depending on the type of ice roller you purchase, they can be made with stainless steel or be filled with either gel or water. This keeps them SUPER cold for longer periods of time so they can work their magic.
If you’re in the market, we recommend our Mini Cold Roller. They’re available for purchase at the salon or online. Ask our esthetician about it at your next appointment!
How to use an Ice Roller
An ice roller is so easy to use, you could use it with your eyes closed! You essentially use it like a paint roller across your face. After it’s been in the fridge for a few hours, roll it in a zig-zag motion across your forehead, down your nose, and on your cheeks. We recommend applying slightly more pressure while rolling it upwards on your lower cheeks as this will help lift your skin. Go through these motions for about 10-15 minutes!
You can use your ice roller at any point in the day, but we recommend using it when you are makeup free, just after cleansing your face. We’ll get more into these benefits in a few!
The Benefits of Ice-Rolling
There are a number of benefits to using an ice roller - some more obvious than others.
#1 Depuffing - Similar to the benefits of a lymphatic massage, ice rolling helps increase blood flow and drain fluid, which in turn helps reduce puffiness. This can be especially effective for those under-eye bags after those late nights or early mornings.
#2 Reduce Inflammation - Whether you just had an invasive skincare treatment or you have a pesky pimple, an ice roller is the best way to help your skin recover. With the combination of increased blood flow and cold application, it will soothe your skin, reduce redness, and increase the speed of recovery.
#3 Helps Reduce Headaches - Hangovers? Dehydration? A cold compress can help alleviate the effects these might have on your skin. The next time you wake up with a headache, we recommend applying a cold face mask and using an ice roller. It might not be a cure all, but it does help tremendously!
#4 Helps Your Skin Absorb Product - Since ice rollers help stimulate the blood flow in your face, if you use them at the end of your AM or PM skincare routine, they can help your skin absorb your products even more. We recommend using the ice roller about 5-10 mins after you’ve applied your products. Don’t have a skincare routine? We wrote a blog post to help you select products for your skin. Read it here!
In addition to all the benefits above that an ice roller brings, it is a quick and easy way to show yourself a little self love! Even if you use it for 3-5 minutes in the morning while you sip your coffee or tea - it’s an amazing pick-me-up to get your day started.
For further questions about using your ice roller or deciding which brand to buy, contact the pros at Gameela Skin!