If you’ve been on Tiktok this year, skin icing with ice rollers is a trend that just doesn’t let up! With influencers all over the world rubbing ice cubes on their faces, it’s time to stop and wonder – does skin icing really work? We look at all the why’s and what’s around skin icing and tell you whether it’s time to buy those ice rollers just yet!

What exactly is Skin Icing?

For those that have been storing their eye creams in the fridge, cooling your skincare before applying it is not news. Skin icing is the process of applying similar cold temperatures to your skin, only this time in the form of ice or ice rollers. This process helps to reduce facial puffiness, makes blood rise to the top of your skin and gives that flushed, rosy-cheeked look. Glowing skin, tighter pores and even a lifted face – we’re sold!

How to use ice rollers at home?

While you can easily apply an ice cube directly on your face or dunk your face into a bowl of ice, there are less messy ways of doing this aka ice rollers. Ice rollers are gadgets that you leave in your freezer and can use safely on your skin after, without the fear of ice burns. The Stacked Skincare Ice Roller for instance is a durable stainless steel cold therapy device that uses the power of cold to reduce any redness or swelling. It comes with a stainless steel barrel that helps to gently cool down irritated skin. Puffy eyes? The roller also soothes any puffiness around the eyes and is a boon for acne or irritations.

What are the various benefits of skin icing and ice rollers?

You can definitely notice a few visible improvements after skin icing like flushed cheeks and awakened skin, but here are a few other benefits that your skin may reap after using ice rollers:

Soothing. For acne and rosacea warriors, rollers can substantially cool down redness and any inflammation to lower levels. This is also a great option before a night out or celebration, as your skin will flaunt the benefits of this ice rolling therapy.

Blood circulation. Cold temperatures constrict blood vessels which help to reduce puffiness and improve the overall complexion.

Reduce the appearance of pores. The process of applying ice rollers or ice to the skin helps reduce pore size. Perfect for that smooth complexion you’re after!

Helps absorb what’s next. Cooling the skin helps the rest of your skincare like serums and actives absorb better into the skin. This is because cooling the skin restricts capillaries and produces a sucking effect.

Should I be wary of ice rollers or skin icing?

While it may feel normal to apply ice cubes directly to your skin, this may lead to ice burns. To get the same effect but safely, use rollers instead. You should also make sure to move the roller across your face constantly – each area needs only a few seconds!