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4 Ice Roller Benefits and How I Use My Ice Roller

Katie Kelly

I love using my Amazon ice roller. It feels amazing, and not to mention there are a handful of ice roller benefits. Here are 6 benefits and how I use my ice roller.

What is an ice roller?

An ice roller is exactly what it sounds like. It's a handheld skincare tool that has a handle for you to hold and then a roller at the top. You put it in the freezer, the roller freezes, and then you roll it out on your face for a multitude of benefits.

How to use an ice roller...

1. So, I do my normal skincare routine. Wash my face, and apply my serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen. 2. I then pull the ice roller out of the freezer in the morning and then roll it across my face. I always roll out, towards my ears, on my chin, and cheeks. It helps with lymphatic drainage. As for my forehead, I tend to go up and down from my eyebrows to my hairline and then roll it across lengthwise, from one temple to the other. 3. Be sure to clean it after each use if you have sensitive or acne-prone skin. I stick it back in the freezer until next time.

Benefit 1: Depuff your face.

I know I've had a few late nights and I wake up the next morning looking like someone took an air pump to my cheeks. When you roll the ice roller outwards, it helps with lymphatic drainage, reducing the puffiness of your face and increasing the blood flow.

Benefit 2: Helps with headaches.

Think of the ice roller as a cold compress for those headaches. You're using the cold roller to massage that tension and ache from your head.

Benefit 3: Reduces inflammation.

Because ice rolling increases blood flow using the cold roller, it's great for temporarily reducing redness or any signs of irritation on your skin.

Benefit 4: Helps your skin absorb your products better.

One takeaway you can get from this post is that the increase of blood flow from ice rolling is so beneficial for so many things. Because your blood flow is increasing, it helps with cell turnover, collagen production and better product absorption. However, you'll want to wait until your product has fully settled into your skin before rolling.

FAQ

Which is better a jade roller or an ice roller? I prefer an ice roller simply because I like the size and how cold it gets and how long it stays cold. Here are some key differences when it comes to jade roller vs. ice rollers. Can I use a jade roller as an ice roller? No, sadly. If you store the jade roller in the freezer, the cold temps can possibly cause the stone to get too cold and crack. It's best if you invest in an ice roller if you want to go the cryo-therapy route.

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