Everything You Need To Know About Facial Rollers

Typically a mini paint roller-type tool featuring fashionably coloured crystals on either end, facial rollers are a quick-fix cure for daily skincare struggles as well as a longer term investment for boosting elasticity and minimising wrinkles.

Wondering whether this fast track to flawless skin is too good to be true? Here’s everything you need to know...

How to use a facial roller

Take your chosen roller (we’re big fans of the Le Rouleau from Absolution and Mélusine's Jade Roller) and start massaging your face, beginning at the centre. Roll the larger end of your tool across your forehead and under your cheekbones and jaw, then extend to the sides of your neck. If yours has a smaller end, use it under your eyes. Bonus tip: keep your facial roller in the fridge and use it over under eye patches like skyn ICELAND's Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels for an extra soothing feel.

Lymphatic drainage

A key benefit of using facial rollers is lymphatic drainage. Not as scary as it sounds, it’s a great way to wake up your complexion and rid your face of any puffiness. Applying pressure to your face will push lymphatic fluid (the liquid that can make you look puffy in the morning) towards the lymph nodes. Wave goodbye to swelling, inflammation or facial muscle tension.

Upgrade your skincare

Ready to restore your glow? Roll your tool over your skin after applying your favourite serum for a brighter, plumper, smoother complexion. As facial massage increases blood circulation, you’ll find your moisturisers, serums and essences will soak in better and leave you with radiant, energised skin.

Well-deserved relaxation

Aside from the de-puffing and radiance-boosting benefits, facial rollers are great for a well-earned moment of relaxation. They’re perfect to use at the end of a long day to ease stress and get you into bedtime mode. Kickstart your nighttime routine and just before nodding off, apply your favourite facial oil and roll away your worries. You’ll find that you drift off to sleep much easier.