Benefits of ice for the face
Rose May Pimentel in Tips and Advices
Jul 02, 2020 • 2 min Read
Did you know that ice can help you have a healthy and radiant skin? Your ultimate rejuvenating treatment may just be in your freezer! Facial skin icing or ice facial is a popular skincare routine. As the name suggests, you just need to apply ice on the face. It is a prevalent Korean beauty trend and has inspired beauty conscious people around the world. According to experts, whatever your skin condition is, rubbing a piece of ice on the face will work like magic.
Below are some of the amazing effects that ice can do on your skin:
1. Reduces dark circles and puffiness under your eyes
Apply ice cubes onto the rims under the eyes, and those dark circles would slowly go away.
2. Cures acne and gives an oil-free look
Ice cubes soak away the oil from your skin and work wonders in curing swellings and spots caused by acne. Ice will also control the oil by keeping the fat cells of your skin, thereby giving your face a vibrant feel.
3. Cleanses skin pores
Our skin has a large number of pores. Though pores help us detoxify and perspire, these hold on to dirt and make your skin look tired and worn out. Applying ice onto the face cleans these pores, and skin becomes smooth.
4. Works as a pre-primer applicant
Before you apply makeup, apply an ice cube on your face for it will your skin look even more beautiful. Your foundation will look flawless too.
5. Improves blood circulation and brightens the skin
Face icing is a great way to improve blood circulation. The ice constricts the blood vessels, which consequently results in receiving a lower amount of blood. To maintain a balance, an excess amount of blood then circulates into the skin making it look lively and healthy. Icing revives the skin naturally.
6. Reduces wrinkles
Applying ice to your skin diminishes wrinkles, and even helps in controlling the formation of new ones.
7. Natural make-up
Skin icing exfoliates and rejuvenates your skin that is sure to give you a natural glow. Face icing is cost-effective, easy, and natural. So, what are you waiting for? Go clean your face, get a piece of ice, and gently massage your face doing a circular motion for a minute or two. Stay healthy and glowing!
