Jade rollers are rolling devices made of jade, a stone that has been used traditionally in skincare for decades. Jade is said to have energy-healing properties that keep your skin youthful, and the cold touch of the stone apparently soothes inflammation. The rollers are said to promote lymphatic drainage in the face, which reduces puffiness.
Unfortunately, in reality, the hype doesn’t stand up – jade rollers are about as effective as any form of facial massage when done correctly. Facial massage can help skin to look brighter and less puffy, but if you’re looking for substantive change, sadly, that’s unlikely to happen with a jade roller.
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