5 Benefits Of Jade Roller, How To Use It, And Side Effects

Jade rollers have found a prominent place in our beauty routines. These skin rollers are said to promote lymphatic drainage and skin rejuvenation. However, you cannot tap on jade roller benefits unless you use it correctly. Therefore, it is important to learn about it before using a jade roller. This article explains the immense benefits of jade rollers for your skin health, how they work, ways to use them properly, risks, and how to identify an authentic jade roller. Read on to know more.

Did You Know?

The concept of using jade rollers for health benefits has a long history. For instance, they were used in the 17th century to massage the skin and eliminate toxins.

What Is A Jade Roller?

A jade roller is a hand-held facial massage tool made of jade (jadeite or nephrite), an ornamental mineral.

It is cold to the touch and has its roots in the ancient Chinese and Eastern civilizations. They believed jade stone (jadeite) has healing properties.

Most of the jade rollers available today are made of nephrite jade and are used to massage the facial skin to keep it healthy, youthful, and bright. You can enhance your natural skincare routine with these rollers.

And, now that we know what a jade roller is, read below to become familiar with its various types as well.

Types Of Jade Rollers

• Single-Head Jade Roller: This is the classic design that features one roller on a single handle. It can be used for cooling the skin and reducing puffiness.
• Double-Head Jade Roller: This has two different-sized jade roller stones attached on opposite sides of the handle, where the larger stone is ideal for the cheeks and forehead and the smaller stone is recommended for the under-eye area and nose.
• Textured Jade Roller: This type of jade roller has a textured or spiked surface on one or both sides that can help with deeper massages and may aid better lymphatic drainage for the face.
• Amethyst And Rose Quartz Rollers: These rollers are not made with jade but with amethyst and rose quartz that are said to offer various benefits. For instance, rose quartz possesses soothing properties, while amethyst is claimed to have healing properties.

Do Jade Facial Rollers Work? What Are The Benefits?

1. Improve Blood Flow

A study published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine evaluated the short-term effects of using massage rollers on the face. It found that doing five minutes of facial massage at home could dilate the blood vessels, improving blood flow and circulation to the cheeks.

2. Reduce Puffiness

Massaging with jade rollers promotes lymphatic drainage by stimulating the facial lymph vessels, which helps in depuffing the skin.

3. Tighten The Skin

According to a study, massaging the face can change the expression of certain structural proteins in the skin, stimulating the elastin fibers and promoting collagen development.

Hence, regularly massaging the skin with a jade roller and anti-aging serums may have similar effects.

4. Uplift Your Mood

Facial massage can help relieve anxiety and uplift your mood. Researchers from the User Science Institute, Kyushu University found that 45 minutes of facial massage activated the sympathetic nervous system and reduced psychological distress. Massaging your face with a jade roller can help in relaxation and stress relief.

5. Improve Your Skin Care Routine

You can use a jade roller to apply serums, creams, lotions, and under-eye creams.

It helps spread the products evenly without tugging the skin and allows you to control the direction of the application.

Thus, to answer the question, ‘Do jade rollers work?’, yes, a jade roller benefits your skin by improving blood flow and reducing puffiness. The next section explains how you can use a jade roller the right way.

Zalvatore, a blogger, shared her experience of using a jade roller. She said, “Feels super good after an exhausting day. Help with puffiness? Definitely. I also save a lot of money because I don’t need to go to the spa parlor again (i).”

How To Use A Jade Roller

Here is a step-by-step guide to using a jade roller to get the maximum benefits:

1. Clean your face and pat it dry.
2. Gently massage a few drops of facial oil or serum. You may also wear a sheet mask and use the roller over it.
3. With the wider side of the roller, massage from the middle of your forehead towards your hairline at either side. Apply medium pressure.
3. Massage from the sides of the nose towards the cheekbones.
4. Massage your neck and roll downwards from the jawline towards the collar bones to ensure lymphatic drainage.
5. Massage your jawline and roll from under the lower lip towards your ears.
6. With the smaller side of the roller, massage the under-eye area. Start from the inner corner and roll towards the temples. Apply gentle pressure.

Check out this video for a better understanding:

Once you are done using the jade roller, clean it properly. Jade is a porous material and will absorb oils and other secretions from your skin. While a jade roller is definitely beneficial for the skin, it is not a “magic wand” that will erase all your skin issues as claimed by the overenthusiastic proponents of this beauty tool. Here are a few things to keep in mind.

The Side Effects Of Jade Rollers

1. They Will Not Help With Deep Wrinkles

While jade rollers offer several benefits, there is a common misconception that they can eliminate deep wrinkles. The truth is that jade rollers may increase blood flow and give your skin a youthful appearance. However, it will not help reduce the deep-set wrinkles and sagging skin.

2. The Effects Are Temporary

You have to be consistent with using jade rollers as the effects will disappear once you stop using them. Simply put, your puffy eyes and under-eye bags will return if you stop using the jade roller.

3. They Are Porous

Jade rollers can easily accumulate dirt, sebum, and oils from the skin. If you do not clean them properly, they can harbor bacteria and worsen your skin or any existing condition like acne.

4. They Can Be Easily Counterfeited

It is unfortunate but true. There are multiple jade roller-like tools made of plastic, marble, and dyed glass available on the market that claim to be original jadeite or nephrite. Unless you are buying from a reputed seller, you can easily get ripped off. In this regard, let’s find out how to identify authentic jade.

How To Buy An Authentic Jade Roller

The original jade stone is made of the minerals jadeite or nephrite. Jadeite is high-quality jade and rarer and more expensive than nephrite jade.

Jadeite is available in different shades of green, reddish-orange, white, gray, yellow, black, and lavender. Nephrite jade is also available in similar shades, but the colors are muted compared to jadeite.

Jadeite is hard. On the Mohr scale, its hardness ranges between 6.5 and 7. Nephrite jade is not as hard as jadeite and ranges between 6 and 6.5 on the Mohr scale.

To identify an authentic jade stone or roller:

1. Hold it under the light and inspect. If you see granular and felt-like intertwinings, it is probably authentic jadeite or nephrite.

2. Toss the stone in the hair and catch it. Does it feel heavier than stones or tools of the same size? If yes, it might be authentic jade.

3. Tap two plastic beads and observe the sound. Now, tap the jade stone against an original jade (if you have one). You can notice a clinking sound that is different from plastic beads.

4. Check the density. Both original jadeite and nephrite have a high density (jadeite – 3.3 and nephrite- 2.95). To measure density, divide the weight in grams by the volume (c.c.).

5. Original jade should feel cool to the touch. However, it should take a while to get warm.

6. Original jade can scratch glass and metal. Nephrite can be a bit softer, though. Scratch the jade’s surface with the blunt end of the scissors. If the scratch makes a white line, wipe it. Do you see a scratch on the stone’s surface? If yes, it is not authentic jade.

You may try these tests or get the roller verified by a reputed jeweler or gemstone expert.

Quick Tip

Since jade rollers are delicate, store them in a place where they won’t fall. Also, make sure the area is dry. You can also store them in a refrigerator for a cooling sensation.

Apart from jade rollers, you can find a variety of other facial tools designed to enhance your skincare routine and improve skin health.

Let us understand how they fare against each other in the next section.

Comparative Analysis Of Jade Rollers And Other Facial Tools

Jade rollers, Gua sha, and facial massagers are some of the popular facial tools. While jade rollers work in a rolling motion to promote circulation, gua sha is used in a scraping motion for lymphatic drainage. Both tools are popular in traditional skincare routines, particularly those inspired by ancient Chinese beauty practices. Facial massagers, on the other hand, often come in various forms, including handheld devices and electric options. They generally use vibrations or electrical pulses to stimulate and rejuvenate the skin. Some advanced massagers also incorporate heat or LED therapy for additional therapeutic benefits. You can choose any of these tools based on your skin’s needs and personal preferences.

Infographic: Jade Roller: Benefits And How To Use It

Jade rollers are popular among skin care enthusiasts due to their rejuvenating and healing benefits. While they are easy to use, the wrong technique or improper usage may hurt and damage your skin. Check out the infographic below to learn about how they improve your skin health and the correct way to use them.

Illustration: StyleCraze Design Team

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take for a jade roller to work?

You can see and feel a difference every time you massage your cream, oil, or serum with a jade roller. You can use it for 5 minutes twice daily for the best effects.

Does jade roller slim face?

While a jade roller can help de-puff your face making it look slim and sculpted, you need proper diet, nutrition, and exercise to lose weight.

How can you tell a fake jade roller?

A real jade roller is fragile and looks dark or light green with imperfect patterns, lines, dots, or swirls. Fake ones would not break on falling and would have no imperfections.

Do rollers reduce double chin?

Massaging beneath and across your jawline with the smaller side of the jade roller can help define the jawline and eliminate a double chin.

Which is better, rose quartz or jade roller?

While a jade roller is more suitable for oily skin, you can use a rose quartz roller across skin types. Also, a rose quartz roller would last longer than a jade roller.

How much should a real jade roller cost?

A real jade roller would cost you anywhere around 60 dollars or more.

Illustration: Benefits Of Jade Roller How To Use It And Side Effects

Image: Dall·E/StyleCraze Design Team

Adding a jade roller to your skincare routine has numerous benefits. This video will take you through steps to use them for face lifting & de-puffing. Click on it now!

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