Beauty gadgets to roll away the years
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A T 60, Madonna has the skin of someone decades younger, so what is her secret? Last week she posted a picture of herself using a facial roller from her own skincare range MDNA. Made from carbon, the device claims to deliver infrared energy into the facial muscles, lifting and firming skin while smoothing lines and wrinkles.
The singer uses the device every day, saying: “I take the beauty roller and I start along my jawline, beginning at the chin and moving up towards the ear, upward and outwards.”
While Madonna’s skincare range isn’t available yet in the UK, facial rollers have grown hugely in popularity over the past year. Why? Because these massage-based devices promise smoother, firmer and brighter skin with minimal effort required. So if you’re ready to roll, read our guide to find out which one is right for you.
Best for... CONTOURING Yu Ling Jade Facial Roller, £12 (cultbeauty.co.uk)
What it does: Jade rollers have been used in skincare routines for centuries.
The naturally cool semi-precious stone calms redness, boosts circulation and softens fine lines when rolled over the skin.
How to use: Cleanse skin and apply a serum or moisturiser. Then roll the device over your skin back and forward and up and down.
For extra skin-tightening results, pop your roller in the fridge for a few minutes before you use it.
Best for... RESTORING RADIANCE Sarah Chapman The Facialift, £28 (beautyexpert.com)
What it does: This wishbone-shaped device is covered with small nodules that massage the skin, toning and lifting the facial contours and boosting circulation to leave a healthy glow.
How to use: Press against cleansed skin and roll the nodules over the jawline, neck and cheeks.
Then use the flat disc to tap the skin to plump and increase blood flow.
Best for... IMPROVING SKIN TONE The Uplift Facial Massaging Beauty Roller, £55 (harrods.com)
What it does: This hexagon-shaped roller contains tourmaline which is believed to detoxify the skin.
It can be used all over the face and decolletage to increase circulation while toning and tightening.
How to use: Press the device against the skin and roll for 45 seconds, avoiding the neck and delicate skin around the eyes.
Best for... SKIN TIGHTENING Sensse Facial Contour Definer, £39.99 (senssebeauty.com)
What it does: Designed to fit the contours of your face, this toning device should be used along the jawline.
Regular use will stimulate collagen production, strengthening skin and boosting elasticity.
How to use: Using firm pressure, roll upwards from the chin towards the ear for a minute on each side.
Best for... SUPER-CHARGED SKINCARE Skincare Filorga Lift Designer, £65 (marksandspencer.com)
What it does: This intensive skin-tightening serum comes with a clever roller applicator that not only helps skin absorb the active ingredients but also stimulates circulation and tones.
The serum is packed with growth factors as well as hyaluronic acid and collagen to plump and lift the skin.
How to use: Press the button to release serum and roll over the face to apply.
Next, use the roll-on applicator to massage the skin, moving in outward strokes from the middle of your face to the outside.
It can be used on the neck and decolletage too.
Best for... FACIAL WORKOUT The Body Shop Oils of Life Twin-Ball Facial Massager, £16 (thebodyshop.com)
What it does: The easy-to-use device uses two smooth metal balls to massage the skin, boosting circulation and reducing puffiness.
How to use: Holding it firmly, massage the skin for a few minutes every day. This deep-tissue massage will leave your skin glowing while contouring and relaxing facial muscles.