The face roller is more commonly known as the derma roller or microneedle skin roller. It has gained popularity in recent years among beauty experts and home DIY beauty users. On the surface, it may look like a crude little device with numerous needles attached. Why is such an obscure device so popular? The reason is simple. It works. In this article, we look at the top reasons why you should absolutely get one!
Reason 1: Face rollers helps remove blemishes such as acne scars and stretch marks
Face rollers are basically rollers with microneedles attached at the top. They are hand held and you roll the microneedles across your skin as you hold on to the stick-like handle. The process of rolling needles across your skin is known as dermal rolling or micro needling.
How does torturing your skin with needles like that benefit it, you may ask? Well, to put the science behind simply: the microneedles cause micro lacerations (or tears) in the top layer of your skin (called epidermis). These tears are not visible on the surface. As your skin attempts to repair the damage, it produces collagen, which are the gel or jelly that hold skin cells together, and new skin cells replace the old ones.
It is through this process that scar tissues and stretch marks are gradually removed by the face roller. Depending on the severity of your skin condition, you may start to see results as early as the fourth session.
Reason 2: Face rolling is cost-effective and convenient
Unlike expensive laser skin treatment and dermabrasion that can only be conducted at the doctor or dermatologist’s office, you can purchase a face roller for less than $50, and use it for up to 6 months. Imagine the cost savings! You can buy it from any reputable online beauty and wellness shop, such as microneedling NaturalBeauty.no – one of the best online beauty shops in Norway.
Using a derma roller is also convenient as you can bring it around wherever you go, and can use it at your own time and convenience. If you are someone who is perpetually short of time, you will be excited to know that it takes you only about 20 minutes to complete a microneedling treatment!
Reason 3: It is low-risk and non-invasive treatment
Used properly, a face roller is relatively risk free. This is unlike more invasive procedures like laser surgery where there is a moderate risk of scarring and burning, even when applied by trained practitioners.
Moreover, it is completely safe for people with allergies to chemicals, or people who are advised not to undergo laser treatment or use beauty creams due to medical conditions (pregnant women for example).
Reason 4: It maintains your skin
My skin is blemish free! I just want to maintain its radiance and make it look more youthful, you may say. Great! Understand that a face roller is not just used to treat skin problems and blemishes. It can also be used on a regular basis to even out your skin tone, and stimulate the growth of healthy new skin cells.
Dermarollers can be used to slow the process of aging, as regular use may prevent fine lines and wrinkles for forming. Because it stimulates collagen, it also keeps your skin tight and supple.
Reason 5: Many choices online
Even as you are considering purchasing a roller for use, you do not have to step out of your house! There are many choices out there, but the three best dermaroller brands we recommend are:
- Scientia Derma Roller
- Dr. Roller
- New Spa
All of these are available online. If you need a more in-depth review of dermarollers, read our review article here.
