Jade stones, which are facial massagers, are a popular tool people are using for skin care these days. Some studies show that they can increase blood circulation, temporarily tighten skin and reduce puffiness.
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What is a facial massage stone?
Facial rollers are a tool used to massage the face. They usually have a smooth, cool surface and are made of a variety of materials. Some of these include jade, rose quartz and amethyst.
What are the benefits of using it?
Facial massage rollers, which we can generally call jade stones, are claimed to have various benefits for the skin and general health of the person. While there is not much scientific evidence on the benefits of using jade stones, the limited evidence suggests that they:
It can accelerate blood flow to the face,
It can reduce swelling
It can improve your mood and
It has been shown to temporarily tighten the skin.
It accelerates blood circulation.
According to a small 2018 study , using rollers to massage the face may increase blood circulation in the face. The study looked at how short- and long-term massage treatments affected circulation. After a 5-minute massage with a jade stone, researchers noted increased blood flow to the intimate area. After 5 weeks of regular facial massage, they noted increased vasodilation in response to heat. This suggests that regular massage may improve circulation overall.
Reduces bloating
Some people use jade to reduce puffiness, especially around the eyes. Facial puffiness is often caused by fluid retention in certain areas. Massaging the face can help disperse this fluid. Chilling a facial roller in the refrigerator can enhance this effect, reducing under-eye puffiness and temporarily making the skin appear tighter. Cold facial rollers can also reduce the appearance of pores, but this effect will disappear once the skin warms back up.
It can improve your mood
There is limited research that suggests that facial massage can help improve mood. An earlier study from 2008 found that a 45-minute facial massage activated the sympathetic nervous system and improved mood in 32 women. Since the sympathetic nervous system is responsible for alertness, the researchers suggested that facial massage may help a person feel refreshed. It’s worth noting, though, that the use of a jade stone or similar device varies from person to person.
It helps tighten your skin
There may be a link between regular facial massage and firmer skin. A 2017 lab study found that massaging skin tissue for 1 minute twice a day increased protein levels in that tissue after 10 days, compared to skin that didn’t. The same researchers also tested 20 women who were given a massage device for 8 weeks. One group applied an anti-aging cream and used the device every day, while the other group used just the cream. At the end of the study, the researchers concluded that the group that used the cream had more visible wrinkles. In addition to these potential benefits, jade stones can be a practical tool for applying products to the face, reducing the need to touch the face with their fingers. They may also encourage people to relax and take care of themselves, which may have a psychological benefit. All of the research on facial rollers and massage is currently limited to small studies with small numbers of participants. Therefore, scientists need to do more research to confirm these results.
Legends about jade stones
Makes the face thinner
There is no scientific evidence that jade stones affect weight loss or reduce fat deposits in the face and neck.
They are used for treatment
There may be a belief among some that crystals have healing properties and that different crystals help with different health issues. However, there is no scientific basis for this. However, some people may feel a benefit from using crystal rollers due to the placebo effect.
