1. Jade Gua Sha & Facial Roller
Thanks to TikTok, gua sha and jade rolling tools have become popular across all generations. The massage technique can promote circulation and drain trapped fluid beneath the skin towards the lymph nodes for detoxification.
Originating from traditional Chinese medicine, this method can give you a firm, sculpted face with more defined contours.
Gua sha can help improve the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, as well as provide other benefits such as improved circulation and lymphatic drainage. These tools are a cost-effective alternative to surgery and can aid in skin restoration.
Apply a layer of facial oil, serum, or moisturizer to “lubricate” the skin. Use the various edges of the gua sha tool to glide over the skin, applying gentle pressure to stimulate blood circulation.
The edges of the tool will correspond to different areas such as the cheeks, around the eyes, forehead, jawline, neck, etc., and you just need to glide over those areas and apply gentle pressure. Perform approximately 5-10 glides on each area of the skin.
Place the gua sha tool right in the middle of the chin, tilt the tool upwards towards the ears, then press, hold, and move back and forth. This motion will facilitate blood circulation and help create a more sculpted jawline over time.
2. Hydrating Liquid Concealer (Used as a Highlighter)
Creating contour with concealer has become popular among TikTok experts and BeautyTokers.
Applying too much foundation is normal when you want to cover redness or imperfections, but it can actually have a reverse effect. If your goal is anti-aging, you should highlight your best features instead of masking your entire face.
Avoid using too many products as it can create creases and give a mask-like appearance.
Makeup artists often use hydrating liquid concealers as a lighter, smoother base.
Using a beauty sponge to apply the moisturizing liquid concealer as a foundation is a popular technique. Avoid heavy, sticky concealers that can dry out on aging skin. Apply a light coverage liquid concealer or foundation on your hand. Then, take the product with a beauty sponge and gently press onto the skin.