The best facial massage tools that will sculpt and de-puff
For me, the best part of any facial isn’t the deep-dive pore purge or the high-tech gadgets — it’s the facial massage. every Single. the time
I’m clearly not alone. As we hunger to replicate the physical and fitness benefits of a professional sculpting face, the market for at-home skin perfecting tools is now over £463 million.
what exactly are Benefits of facial massage?
‘There are so many,’ says the A-list facialist Joanna Czech whose own facial massager is currently the best-selling tool on Net-a-Porter. ‘It can boost circulation and bring more oxygen to the tissue, resulting in brighter, healthier skin. By kick-starting your lymphatic system, a facial roller also helps eliminate excess fluid and toxins. And finally, it can change the shape of your face; Lifting eyebrows, jawline and emphasizing long-lost cheekbones.’
Facial massages also make your skincare products work harder, adds the LA-based esthetician Nurse Jamiewhose clients include the Kardashian clan.
‘You can have the best ingredients and apply creams constantly but massaging the face will help the product absorb and increase results,’ she says.
Ice globe facial massager
You’ve probably seen these aesthetically pleasing globes on social media, lovingly used by influencers to de-puff and de-stress in ASMR style videos. But these are much more than just an Instagram-fad. This cryotherapy-induced Globes from Sundar Skincare Using cold temperatures from frozen globes to reduce blood flow and promote better circulation is our pick for tackling puffy, dull skin leading to a more radiant complexion.
Filled with anti-freeze liquid, the Ice Globe stays cold longer than your average ice cube and doesn’t drip, making for a much more user-friendly and comfortable experience.
Sundry Globes, £36
How to use an ice globe
Place the two globe-rollers in your freezer for 30 minutes (I leave overnight so they’re ready in the morning) and then roll them around your face in a gentle rolling motion, applying slight pressure. Glide the globes up. Your eyes, forehead, cheeks and neck for about 10-15 minutes.
Top Tip: It is recommended to use one globe at a time, to avoid potential cracking and then to clean after use with rubbing alcohol to keep the globe fresh and clean.
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From microcurrent to sonic technology, there’s an array of different high-tech face massage devices to arm yourself in your quest for firmer, glowing skin. ‘The high-frequency sonic vibrations help to rejuvenate cells and encourage fluid drainage around your forehead and jawline area,’ says Nurse Jamie.
Meanwhile, microcurrent ones send gentle waves through the skin, stimulating underlying tissues and facial muscles for immediate and cumulative results.
But a cursory glance at Flat on Instagram reveals a love-affair with one tool: the face roller. Especially, the jade roller. Perhaps this is because, by happy coincidence, the upward and outward movement of the face roller is almost noticeable. So your breathing slows and deepens and, like a gym workout, the facial massage it provides—releases feel-good endorphins.
If you like the sounds of it, we’ve rounded up the best facial massage innovations, from the boundary-breaking to the downright practical, that will elevate your skincare routine – plus how to use them…
