“What The Heck Is This For” You Ask? Our Top 8 Beauty Tools We Now Can’t Live Without
In GLOBAL beauty, we see innovation constantly up against tradition. What methods and products are still AS effective as they were hundreds of years ago? what is outdated? what is actually worth investing in?
Certain tools and accessories stand out not just for their novelty but for their profound impact on our skincare routines. We have researched and curated list of our top eight beauty tools and accessories that merge efficacy with luxury.
Each tool is selected for its unique benefits, historical significance, and ease of integration into daily skincare practices. Whether you're a skincare enthusiast with years of experience or a curious newcomer, these tools are designed to enhance your beauty regimen by offering professional-level results at home. Yes please!
personal facial cleaners
What it is: Personal facial cleansing devices are sophisticated gadgets designed to deep-clean pores and improve skin texture through vibrations or sonic movements.
Origins: Rooted in the professional practices of dermatologists, these devices have been adapted for home use over the last decade.
How it works: By oscillating at high frequencies, they gently exfoliate the skin, removing dirt, oil, and makeup residue.
Integrating into your routine: Use daily in your evening routine to remove impurities accumulated throughout the day. Pair with your favourite Step 1 cleanser for enhanced results.
Gua Sha Facial Tools
What it is: Gua Sha is a traditional healing technique from East Asia, involving a smooth-edged tool to enhance skin health and vitality.
Origins: Historically used in Chinese medicine as far back as 700 years ago during the era of the Ming Dynasty. It channels healing energies and reduce inflammation.
How it works: The scraping technique boosts circulation, promotes lymphatic drainage, and relieves muscle tension, leading to a more sculpted and rejuvenated facial appearance.
Integrating into your routine: Incorporate Gua Sha two to three times a week in your morning routine. Use after applying a serum or oil for a smoother glide and enhanced absorption.
Personal Microderm wands
What it is: These wands are miniaturised versions of the professional microdermabrasion machines used for intensive exfoliation.
Origins: Microdermabrasion was developed in Italy in 1985 and quickly became a staple in skin care treatments worldwide.
How it works: By exfoliating the top layer of dead skin cells, these devices promote new cell growth and rejuvenate the skin.
Integrating into your routine: Ideal for weekly use. Follow with a hydrating mask to soothe and hydrate freshly exfoliated skin.
Facial Rollers
What it is: Facial rollers are hand-held devices typically made from jade or quartz used to soothe and reduce puffiness.
Origins: With roots in ancient China, facial rollers have been used for centuries as part of skincare rituals.
How it works: The rolling action helps to improve blood circulation, reduce swelling, and promote lymphatic drainage.
Integrating into your routine: Best used in the morning to de-puff and refresh your skin. Roll gently over the face after applying a serum or moisturizer to help absorption.
skin spatulas
What it is: Also known as ultrasonic skin scrubbers, these tools help to cleanse pores and exfoliate dead skin cells.
Origins: Emerging from the spa industry’s use of ultrasonic technology for skin treatments.
How it works: The spatula emits high-frequency vibrations to extract impurities and exfoliate the skin.
Integrating into your routine: Use weekly for a deep cleanse. Great for removing blackheads and for application of skincare products for deeper absorption.
facial steamers
What it is: A device that emits a warm, gentle steam to hydrate and soften the skin, making it receptive to other skincare treatments.
Origins: The first purpose-built facial steamers date back to the early 1900s, but the use of steam itself as a method of relaxing and cleansing the body can be traced back to the Ancient Greeks and Romans.
How it works: The steam opens up pores, facilitating the removal of accumulated dirt and toxins.
Integrating into your routine: Perfect for use before a face mask or exfoliation session once a week to maximize the efficacy of subsequent treatments.
Face ball
What it is: Small balls designed to promote relaxation and tone facial muscles through massage and exercise.
Origins: Part of the broader practice of yoga, facial yoga finds its roots in the ancient system of yoga and Ayurvedic medicine, which originated in India thousands of years ago. It uses various techniques to stimulate muscles and skin.
How it works: The gentle pressure and movement of the balls help to relieve tension and improve skin elasticity.
Integrating into your routine: Use daily as part of a morning or evening routine to relieve stress and enhance skin’s youthful firmness.
red light therapy devices
What it is: Hand-held or mask like devices that use specific wavelengths of red light to address various skin concerns.
Origins: Originally developed by NASA, red light therapy has been adopted by the skincare industry for its regenerative benefits.
How it works: The red light penetrates deep into the skin, promoting collagen production and reducing signs of aging.
Integrating into your routine: Use two to three times a week, ideally in the evening, to help skin recover and rejuvenate overnight.
the bottom line
By integrating these devices into your skincare regimen, you're not just following trends; you're embracing a lifestyle that values self-care and technological advancement. Whether it's the deep cleansing prowess of facial devices, the sculpting magic of Gua Sha, or the rejuvenating effects of red light therapy, each tool offers a unique way to enhance your beauty routine without stepping into a salon.
Let these tools remind you daily that your skincare routine is your personal ritual, a moment to pause, indulge, and care for your skin with the love it deserves.
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