#depuffing

[lilly-onthevalley]

Love this right now ⭐️

[malum-forev]

Hurry Back Home

Summary: The four times you showed up at Bucky’s place unexpected.

Part 1

The first time was a month after the two of you broke up. Once your red rimmed eyes depuffed from the constant tears and you managed to get his name out. Your friends had come over once or twice to check up on you but you’d always lie. 

“Thank you for stopping by but really, I’m okay.” You lied when they came by the first time, resting your body on the doorframe and keeping the door close to you so they wouldn’t see your Bucky covered apartment. You still hadn’t taken the pictures down, hadn’t washed your sheets because you could still catch a glimpse of his cologne and you sure as hell hadn’t stopped wearing the Henley he kept at your place. The one you were currently hiding underneath a big sweatshirt.

Of course they didn’t believe you but it was always better to give you some space. 

“Call us whenever and we’ll be here.” One of your friends said, you nodded and closed the door. 

You deeply regretted living in an apartment with paper thin walls when you heard your other friend say: “I really thought those two were endgame.”

But now, I’d been a month and it seemed like the sun was ready to shine again. The pain still felt unbearable but it was most likely because Bucky was still imprinted in your apartment. So one Sunday morning, you grabbed a cardboard box and decided enough was enough. Almost with closed eyes as to not relive the good memories, you started chucking everything that reminded you of him. 

Goodbye rubber spatula Bucky melted half to death the first time he cooked you breakfast. Sayonara to the broken picture frame he’d glued back together after slamming your body against the wall that time you two came back tipsy and horny from the bar. Farewell to the plush blanket he insisted you needed in your living room the day your heater went out. Would it be too over the top if you brought the heater back to its broken state because he fixed it? 

As you passed through the kitchen, you saw the small plate Bucky gave you when you went to that pottery class. A lopsided dish he’d made too oval and too deep to actually be useful but with the way his tongue poked out in concentration as he made, it there was no way you could tell him it wasn’t perfect. He hadn’t let you see his final design but a few days later, after it had been fired, you finally saw what he had painted. At the center of the plate, in his almost illegible messy handwriting, read: This is a plate, -Bucky <3. 

You shoved the dish all the way back inside one of your kitchen drawers, not wanting to think about it anymore but not wanting to throw away such a meaningful gift. Not yet.

You grabbed another smaller box and shoved all the clothes Bucky had left behind over the months. A couple of Henleys, some underwear, his leather jacket, and the gloves he’d stopped wearing. 

“Not today, Doll.” He’d smiled, lowering your hands holding the leather gloves. “I don’t need them when I’m with you.”

Before you could think about it too much, you opened your door and walked over to his apartment with his things. You dropped the box at his doorstep and turned to leave but you heard his locks turn. 

A gasp got caught in your throat and you were almost positive your heart missed a beat. The plan wasn’t to see him, you weren’t ready to see him. Maybe you could make a run for it? But it would be too obvious! You’ll look ridiculous! Maybe you can play dead? It works for dogs! 

But before you could make a decision, you heard his voice. The sweet tone he reserved just for your ears, soft and comforting. 

“Hi.” His smile was small not reaching his eyes. “How are you?”

You tried to swallow the lump in your throat and nod. “I’m okay. I thought it was time to drop your things off.”

“Oh,” His usual crystal blue eyes now adorned an all too familiar red hue, the bags under his eyes big and purple. But before you could feel sorry, a cheery voice appeared from the inside of his apartment. 

“We should be leaving soon.” A woman came into view, her tactical suit showed you she worked with Bucky but the way her arm rested on his shoulder showed you she’s more than just a coworker. “Wouldn’t want to miss our reservation.”

You didn’t let your mouth drop to the floor just out of pure pride. 

How could I have been so stupid to think Bucky wasn’t over me yet? You thought.

You kicked the cardboard box lightly with the tip of your shoe. “Just wanted to drop off your things.”

Bucky’s eyebrows furrowed, your sudden change of demeanor confused him. But your eyes pingponging from the box to him to Jessica gave him more answers than he needed. He started shaking his head, wanting to explain to you that Jessica didn’t know who you were and that’s why she was saying they were going out. He wanted to explain that the only reason she was in his apartment was because she had to borrow some unmarked guns for her mission. He especially wanted to explain to you that Jessica wasn’t interested in guys like him- actually she wasn’t interested in guys at all!

“You can keep or throw out anything you have of mine, I don’t want it.” You said rolling your eyes, turning to leave but he held your elbow wanting to get even a single word in. But he didn’t get a chance to say anything.

You tugged your arm back and left, closing your apartment door with a bang. 

The second time was a few weeks after you had given Bucky his belongings. You’d started watching the news again, not caring whenever they showed a picture of him. At least that’s what you told your friends. You finally returned to your favorite coffee shop, even though it hurt when the barista asked where your boyfriend was. You’d managed to say it was just you this time but were too distracted with your own thoughts to see the glimmer in the guy’s eyes when you said it. 

Today was an especially important day, your first run since the breakup. You welcomed the familiar burn in your lungs and the feeling of freedom. You jogged up to the door of your apartment just to see a brown paper bag with your name on it. You eyed it quizzically, looking around to figure out if you could spot who left it. But inside was a harmless coffee with a note written on the side: What’s a morning run without your morning coffee?

At first it made you smile, thinking about all the times you would drink coffee with Bucky. A little slice of normalcy and routine in his otherwise chaotic world. That ritual the two of you created was one of the only things he could control.

But the sweet thoughts turned sour as you remembered the blonde’s arm on Bucky. Who the hell does he think he is? He can go out and date but you? You have to be constantly reminded of the relationship? 

I don’t fucking think so. 

You marched up the stairs straight to his door and banged on it three times. You didn’t mind the time, you knew he was up since sunrise. 

No answer. You brought your fist up to the door again and knocked five times, your patience running thin and your energy low. 

A few seconds later a messy haired groggy Bucky opened up, rubbing his eyes with the back of his palms. 

“You were asleep?” You forgot why you were here in the first place, more concerned about the fact that your ex-boyfriend who never slept in past 5:45 and was now barely waking up at 8 am! Had he not been sleeping at night? Was he getting nightmares again? Was he benched from the team?

“Was, past tense.” He yawned. “What’s wrong? Are you okay?”

His kind blue eyes convinced you for a second but the coffee in your hand reminded you of your anger. 

“I wanted to hand deliver this.” You pushed the coffee into his chest. “And to tell you that these mind games you’re playing are not working. I’m done, we’re done. So don’t come here wanting to stir up things that have been buried. We used to drink coffee after our runs but not anymore, not together at least! So stop it, and I don’t want it.” 

Bucky’s eyes widened as he looked down at the drink in his hands. You’d left him speechless. Truthfully, leaving the big and scary Winter Soldier inarticulate did wonders for your self-esteem-

“Did you read the other side of the cup?” Bucky asked in an annoyed tone.

“What?” 

He rolled his eyes and turned the cup, bringing it close to your face. “The back of the coffee says: Come into the coffee shop for a free pastry and a date – Jack.”

You felt your face blush, heat consuming your whole body. 

“I-when- I didn’t read-“ You stammered. 

“Are we done here?” Bucky raised his eyebrows. “I’m sure you’re getting flooded with date propositions but could we keep the ‘bragging about it to your ex’ to a minimum?” 

You furiously nodded and whispered a small: “Sorry about that.”

The third time was four months after the breakup. You thought you were doing great, making progress. You’d been on a date or two that didn’t amount to anything but it counted, right? Everything seemed normal until you heard about the last mission. 

You had turned on the TV and the news station was doing a 24hr coverage of a rescue mission. Something about super soldier serums being reproduced and hostages being taken. You didn’t need to see him on the screen to know he was there. An unusual feeling gnawed at your chest. 

Before, when you were dating, you would get anxious about him going on missions but this time it was different. Like you knew something bad was going to happen.

And then you saw the coverage, the warehouse had been wired with explosives. Every wall blown up into ashes. “There have been no survivors until now.” The newscaster said. 

Your heart races thinking of him. This can’t be true, right? You know there’s no possibility of him not being there, he’s the one who is supposed to handle super soldiers for fucks sake! But the thought of him not making it is out of the question. You cannot even process the information. A shocking sob rips through your chest as you hear the total fatalities number rise.  

You had wanted to be informed of everything happening but at some point in the night, you fell asleep with the TV turned on. A faint noise woke you up, your senses heightened to a thousand. You brought closer the sleeves of one of Bucky’s heneleys that had been mixed up with the clothes at the back of your closet and took in his faint scent. But then you heard it again, the unmissable groan of his apartment door. You told him to get it fixed a thousand times but he would always say: “Just because something’s old doesn’t mean it needs to be fixed.”

You rushed outside and saw him, opening his apartment door. You couldn’t believe it, were you dreaming? 

You ran to him and just as he turned around you wrapped your arms around him, you couldn’t help the tears running down your face. 

“Is there something wrong?” Bucky asked, worry written all over your face, as he brushed the hair off of your face. “Are you hurt.”

A laugh ripped through your chest and you shoved his shoulder. “Wrong with me? You scared me half to death! I though you didn’t make it.”

You whispered the last part, wanting to hide the tremble in your voice. 

He took your head in his hands, placing a kiss on your forehead. “I’m all right doll, see, I’m still in one piece.”

You nodded and sniffled, bringing your head to his chest. 

“I’ve been looking for this.” Bucky let out a small laugh, placing kisses on the top of your head, while tugging on his shirt. But before you could tell him he could have it back, he said: “Keep it, it looks better on you.”

The fourth time you showed up at Bucky’s place unexpected was a month later. For about a week, you’d been getting this weird feeling. You had seen the same person twice in the subway and then once turning the corner to your apartment. At first, you thought it was a coincidence but today was the third day you saw the same man. Bucky had taught you that whenever you feel in danger you should go around the block once. No person that isn’t following you is going to turn right twice, ending up in the same spot you started. He said that if after doing that, they were still on your tail you should immediately go to his place. No matter the time and no matter the situation.  

You looked over your shoulder before turning right for the fourth time hoping the man would enter one of the many apartments or stores lining your street. Maybe he was lost? But no, he kept his pace following you. Your breath hitched as you considered your options. A) Lead this person straight to your apartment and get murdered or B) Face your ex-boyfriend. 

You considered option A for a second, it would be less awkward. But you shook your head. You rushed up the stairs and made use of the spare key to Bucky’s apartment you hadn’t returned. You quickly closed the door and leaned back on it, trying to regain your breath. You did as you were once told, you grabbed the gun from underneath his dining room table and pointed at the door until he got home. 

An hour later, you saw the lock turn and the door slowly open. You pointed the gun straight on and waited for whoever was behind the door to come in. 

“It’s just me,” You heard Bucky’s voice before he came in. “You’re safe.”

You let out a breath as he came into view, setting the gun back on the table. “How’d you know I was here?”

“You think I don’t have cameras?” Bucky chuckled as he lowered his work backpack onto the kitchen island. “I saw you snooping around, by the way.”

The corners of your lips turned upwards, partly because you were caught but mostly because you didn’t find any indications that there had been a woman in his place. 

“What happened?” He asked, sitting across from you. 

“I think I’m being followed.” You chewed on your bottom lip nervously. 

“Think?” Bucky asked with raised eyebrows.

“The same man has been following me from my apartment to work and back for the past week. And he’s not even being sneaky about it. We’ve made eye-contact and everything.”

Bucky ran his hand across his face. “And you waited a week to tell me?!”

“Well I’m sorry if I’m not totally comfortable telling my ex that someone is following me!” You rolled your eyes. “Anyways, I did what you told me and now I’m here.”

“I took a picture of him when he wasn’t looking.” You pushed your phone closer to Bucky only to see the color drain out of his face. “What’s the matter?”

“The-these- this guy, I saw him at the warehouse.” Bucky muttered. “They’re sending me a message.”

“What are we going to do?” You asked quietly. 

Bucky’s nostrils flared as he got filled with rage. “We? We aren’t doing anything. I am going to go to them and kill every single one. I don’t care- they’re dead tomorrow morning.”

“Buck-“ You placed a hand on his chest but he turned around, getting up from the table. He paced around his apartment, face red with anger. “Buck! Stop!”

His eyes darkened. “Stop? Stop and do what? Wait until they hurt the woman that I love? I’m not going to just sit back and take the high road. They deserve to be in the ground and I’m going to make sure it happens. No one can get near you. I’ve worked too hard and sacrificed so much already for them to get close to you.”

“They’ve gotten too close already. I shouldn’t have let them, but they’re here now. And they’re going to see what happens when you piss me off. I broke my heart in two just to make sure you were going to be safe. And they won’t take that away from you, not your safety. I will do whatever is necessary.” 

You gasped at his words. 

“Is that- is that why-“ Bucky didn’t let you finish, his saddened gaze gave you the answer. 

“Do you love me?” You asked him, your heart speaking the words your brain couldn’t let you pronounce. His eyes were set on the ground. You took two steps to him, grabbing his face and looking into his eyes. 

“Tell me you don’t love me and I’ll drop it. We never have to talk about this again, we’ll finish with the mercenaries and I will never speak a word to you again. Just say the words. Tell me you don’t love me.” 

Worried creases appeared on Bucky’s forehead, battling with himself. “I could never keep you safe. You will always be in danger.”

“Say it.” You ordered. “Say that you don’t love me but know that it won’t go away. I will always be something they hang over your head because I’ll love you forever.” 

His steel blue eyes met yours and looked down at your lips. 

“I’ll never be safe, but that’s a price I’m willing to pay if it means I get to spend even a minute back in your arms.” You whispered.

Bucky crashed his lips into yours, a rushed and feverish kiss that had you seeing stars. The type that has you gasping for air but not knowing that if it is your last, it was worth it. Bucky pulled you closer to him, his cologne and desperation made you dizzy. 

“I’ll love you forever.” He whispered once you separated. “I promise to keep you safe, I’ll do whatever I have to. I cannot be without you, I was a fool to think I could.”

You smiled into his lips but his warmth left too soon. 

Bucky placed another kiss on your lips before walking to the door. “I’ll be home soon.”

“Where are you going?” You gripped his arm, wanting nothing more than for him to come back to you. 

He brought your hand to his mouth, placing a chaste kiss on your knuckles. “Anyone who dares to threaten you gets to see a part of me that I once buried.”

Your eyes met as he counted the bullets inside his gun and slid a knife into his pocket. 

“Hurry back home.” You said.

For the first time in months, Bucky let out a smile.    

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Author's Note: I want to thank everyone for reading pt. 1 and encouraging me to write this! I hope you guys like it! As always pls comment reblog and like! Love you guyssss

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[nsaint1]

hey . how to start self care without much expense

Hey ♡

here are some ways you can start self care without much expense

Journaling! - Just need a pen and paper. We are emotional beings who think A LOT. Start journaling to help yourself not bottle in emotions or thoughts.

Reading positive affirmations - save them in your notes. Try to use I am statements. Affirmations help with confidence, self reassurance, self esteem, and sticking to and accomplishing personal goals!

Reading your Bible - aaah the only book you read that reads you back! I look at reading my Bible like it’s therapy. It’s difficult and uncomfortable but yet so beautiful bc you’re changing within! You may not see the results right away but you will see the difference in how you think and act eventually

Change what you watch or listen to - music, movies, and tv shows have a huge impact on our moods, behaviors, and self perception. Try to only listen and watch things that are positive and leave you feeling happy

Going for a walk - just go outside and go for a walk! It’s stress relieving and helping with your physical fitness

Make healthier food choices - research has proven that eating healthier helps with your mental health! Plus self care is physical health too. Happy body, happy mind! - now for more physical self care things

DIY body scrub - all you need is sugar, honey, and whatever oil you have on hand! Try to exfoliate 2-3 days a week for radiant glowy skin (if you want to use it for your face too, just only use the sugar and honey, do not include the oil! You can use it on your lips too)

Cleaning and painting your nails at home - I find painting my nails so therapeutic and fun (plus you can change your nail color whenever!)

Oiling your hair and nails daily for health and growth

Doing a lymphatic drainage massages on your face every morning for sculpting and depuffing

Put castor oil on your eyebrows and eyelashes every night for growth!

make some rice water or rosemary water to spray in your hair for hair growth

[kittysdiary]

Any tips on ways to naturally enhance your face?

How to naturally enhance your face:

Skincare

Your top priority should be focusing on your skincare so that any makeup application will go flawlessly.

Cleansers, moisturizers, toners, masks + spf are essential

Lip masks to hydrate and nourish your lips

Eye creams to help with depuffing and dark circles

Spot treat any areas of concern (ex: hyperpigmentation, acne + scarring)

Jade or rose quartz facial rollers to help with lymph drainage

Dermaplaning to help get rid of dead skin, hairs and to help shape eyebrows

Use eyelash and eyebrow growing serum

Makeup

Makeup will help enhance certain features of your face that you want to accentuate. For a full guide to understand your face + eye shape check out my post here: 🎀

Play around with eyeshadow styles that compliments your eye shape

Pick a good foundation so your face becomes a clean canvas before makeup application

Contour + highlight to compliment your face shape

Use lipliner to shape your lips

Use concealer and color corrector to brighten your under eyes and to correct hyperpigmentation or redness on the face

Use brow pens to add color and shape to your brows

Curl your lashes

Add false lashes or get lash extensions

Use eyeliner to shape your eyes

Use a touch of highlighter in the inner corner of your eyes to brighten them up

Use two lip colors to enhance your lips

Use a brightening powder to brighten your under eyes

Use bronzer and blush to enhance color on your face

[tuliplips]

my glow up will consist of: somatic tracking and nervous system regulation meditations daily, dandelion supplements for depuffing and debloating when i’m retaining water and puffy af, daily gua sha, more walking and yoga, lymfatic drainage massage

what’s working now: lemon balm drops for sleep!!!, tongue scraping, using a hair mask instead of conditioner, a sustainable stainless steel safety razor for shaving, glycolic acid on my feet, drinking green tea cold brew

[marsosims]

lovee the depuffed bg hair, would you consider depuffing the lovestruck bob with the clips?

Hi!! Sorry it took so long to reply but yes, I am planning on doing a similar edit with that hair! :D

[holyparadisee]

Gua Sha -

Truly, this is just a love note to my Jade baby.

Gua sha has cured my skin acne. I'm someone who suffers from white heads and the like. Perhaps blame it on climate or genetics. It's a mystery for me. I've been investing in sustainable ways to clear my skin, and I've come across Gua sha as a lovely solution.

I enjoy massages of all kinds. After a hard day, I'm the one to ask those around me for a head massage or for a flow yoga session to really target my muscles.

Work has been ruthless these past few weeks and I've been getting tension headaches. For this I decided to get back into Gua Sha massages for my face, to target my masseters and my temples where most people hold tension because of habits like clenching the jaw.

It's a therapeutic routine for me, I use CBD cleansing oil or simply warmed petroleum jelly ( African-core 😂). I don't follow any particular tutorial, I just do what feels good.

I work with the tool into the shape of my face. Gua sha stones usually follow the shape of the facial bones. I go along with the appropriate sides for the appropriate sections and really get in there while being conscious of not tugging my skin.

My nose area is my problem. In regards to that I massage that area with the stone going outwards of my face as if I was doing a lymphatic drainage flow - from the nose to the cheek, to the upper cheekbone curving to behind the ear - down the neck. Extremely relaxing and useful for depuffing, clearing white heads and relaxation.

I love my Jade, I always like to keep in mind the tools that have served me best in my times of stress and fatigue. The stone has earned its place. As someone who suffers from chronic stress and anxiety at times, routines like this are very important to me as they are vital to my functioning.

[astranva]

can you tell us more about Bare? what is the environment like? are they on tiktok? 🥰

let’s talk more about Bare! the environment is fun and professional, and it’s a female-dominated brand, but still has some men since she markets for men’s use of skin care too.

the headquarters are in New York, and the office is so insanely big because there’s a big team behind Bare.

paid internships are frequent but the interview process of them is a little hectic since they want to avoid people wanting to go there just for pe!reader, and crazy fans, etc..

they’re definitely on tiktok and i imagine their tiktok being so real. like different people talking about the products, a lot of funny content, intern content, content about work, etc. like you’d know the names of so many people who work at Bare from the tiktoks because they care about creating a familiar relationship with people.

pe!reader appears on their tiktok often but not regularly, but it’s either her using the products, launching new products, or she’s included in their “what my boss” or office-related tiktoks that aren’t dances or lip syncing because i don’t imagine her doing those.

like one tiktok was “i came early to work today, let’s see what time everyone else gets here,” by one of the marketing members. pe!reader was the first to arrive. she was filmed entering, taking off her sunglasses before her eyes landed on the person behind the phone and she beamed.

“oh! you’re early,” she said, “good morning,” she beamed, “love the sweater.”

and the tiktok went on showing at what time a few other employees made it to work.

on that tiktok, so many people commented “SHOW US THE SWEATER” so another tiktok was made in response of the marketing girl showing the full outfit and being like, “that’s the outfit. here’s the sweater y/n loved.”

the products are all skin care products but 70% of them are hybrid products. meaning it’s everyday makeup with skin care benefits.

so an eyelashes lengthening clear mascara, undereye brightener with caffeine for depuffing and brightening, skin tints, tinted lip oils, ph blush with soothing ingredients that give you a glow, ph lipsticks that hydrate the shit out of your lips, tinted and not tinted sunscreen, eyebrow serum-gel that nourishes the eyebrows and sets them in place.

these are all beside serums of all kinds, skin-oriented cleansers and moisturizers that are filled with so many benefits and have been game changers for millions.

like i imagine Bare being so popular and full of holy grails so much that some people forget it’s associated with pe!reader just because of how much she worked on creating a bomb brand.

they’re currently working on launching a setting powder that has non-irritating antioxidants 🫡

[doronjosama]

Very late August 2023 Empties! Continuing my quest to use up my huge hoard of beauty supplies and hotel toiletries! Rush 60 Second Girlie nail polish (circa 2003!), Olay Eyes Depuffing Eye Roller (actually worked, will buy again), L'Occitane Verbena shower gel (fancy), Well Spa White Tea & Ginkgo lotion (fine) & Olay Rosewater makeup remover wipes (worked fine). #AugustEmpties #august2023 #empties #DrugstoreBeauty #HotelToiletries #StashBusting #samplesize #travelsize #MakeupHoard #CheapAssChic #rush60secondpolish #vintagenailpolish #olay #depuffingeyeroller #makeupremover #loccitane #verbena #showergel #wellspa #whiteteaandginkgo #bodylotion

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[ohnoitsthebat]

My hyperfixations rotate in my mind like a rotisserie chicken. My current one is skincare. It's been a while since I've been on a skincare kick, but I'm really on one now, and I wanted to show off some of the current products in my skincare routine.

Products pictured:

e.l.f. Skin Holy Hydration! Hydrating Booster Drops

Yes to Cucumbers Depuffing Under Eye Masks

Fleur & Bee Eyes Eyes Baby Eye Cream

Beauty Guru Under Eye Serum (I found this at Dollar Tree!)

Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Face Cleanser

e.l.f. Holy Hydration! Daily Cleanser

e.l.f. Holy Hydration! Hydro-Gel Moisturizer

e.l.f. Pure Skin Moisturizer

Bliss Rest Assured Dark Circle Reducing & Depuffing Eye Cream

I have a weakness for drugstore skincare products, lol.

[sams-dumping-ground]

Yoyo knew. They worked it out from context clues. We fought the white dragon together. Mostly. She was more antagonising it. They saw what happened to Ryan when he ate the white dragon's flesh. They helped with getting Ryan through it. They saw what happened.

Yoyo's fur starts depuffing. The static still arcing between their fur. She seems to start settling down. Zeke's ear flicks a little.

Ryan? I know we didn't bring much tech, but you might want to take any tech we do have away from here. I've got a bad feeling. We should get out of here. Just in case. Tara, does the village nearby have anything electrical based that's important to stay active?

Byrd sits at the top of a high rise, looking down at the street below. He stretches out and lays on his back on the roof, wings stretched to his sides.

Jeez. These are always boring. Nothing interesting happens in the meantime...

*byrd hears jean's voice behind him*

Heya.

[ratan0706]

Benefits of facial massage and the best face tools for glowing skin ?

When it comes to having radiant, glowing skin, the right skincare routine is only half of it. Facial massage with potent face tools can make that glimmer go from average to a whole different league.

At Leafoberry Skin Care, we advocate using face tools to maximize a person’s natural glow. We’re going to dive into why facial massage is so good for your skin and give you the scoop on some of the best face tools you can add to your routine from jade rollers to gua sha tools.

Why Facial Massage Is Important for Glowing Skin

Facial massage has been a beauty ritual for centuries, based on traditional practices such as gua sha. It is more than just a relaxing experience, it offers many benefits that make it an integral part of modern skincare routines:

1. Boosts Circulation

Facial massage stimulates blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients to your skin. This results in a healthier, more vibrant complexion. Enhanced circulation also helps detoxify your skin, reducing dullness and puffiness.

2. Reduces Puffiness and Inflammation

If you wake up to a puffy face or some bags under your eyes, a facial massage can be a miracle. Tools such as a jade roller or a gua sha tool assist in draining lymphatic fluid can help reduce puffiness and give you a chiseled look.

3. Improves Product Absorption

Pairing a facial massage with Leafoberryy’s Timeless Skincare antiwrinkle face serum ensures that your skin reaps maximum benefits from your skincare products. The massage helps the serum penetrate deeper into the skin for enhanced hydration and nourishment.

4. Promotes Relaxation

Fine lines, wrinkles, and dullness often characterize the appearance of stress on the face. Soothing massage by devices like Leafoberryy’s Beauty Blossom Facial Roller massager relaxes the face muscles and helps to curb tension related skin problems.

5. Promotes Skin Elasticity.

Massages also boost the production of collagen, which keeps elasticity in your skin. It makes it look less saggy, wrinkle-free, and generally not that old for your years.

Best Face Tools for Glowing Skin

Leafoberry Skin Care offers a curated selection of high-quality face tools for making facial massage accessible and effective. Here’s a guide to the most popular tools and how they can transform your skin:

1. Face Roller

Leafoberryy’s Beauty Blossom face roller is one of the most basic yet effective tools for a facial massage. They are made of materials such as jade, rose quartz, and stainless steel and are designed to slide effortlessly on your skin.

Benefits:

It reduces puffiness and under-eye bags.

The cooling effect soothes irritated skin.

Boosts blood circulation for a natural glow.

Pro Tip: Keep your face roller in the refrigerator for a cooling sensation that enhances its depuffing benefits.

2. Jade Roller

Leafoberryy’s Beauty Blossom jade roller is a timeless beauty tool that gently gives out effective massage for any kind of skin. Its smooth surface, against the skin, makes it a favorite among skincare enthusiasts. It has the following benefits:

Benefits:

Lymphatic drainage creates a more sculpted appearance.

Enhances the absorption of skincare products like an antiwrinkle face serum.

Reduces redness and inflammation.

How to Use:

Apply your favorite Leafoberry Skin Care serum or moisturizer.

Gently roll upward and outward from the center of your face.

Use the smaller roller for delicate areas like under the eyes.

3. Gua Sha Tool

Leafoberryy Sophisticated Sculptor Beauty gua sha tool is a flat, smooth tool, usually made from jade or rose quartz. This traditional Chinese face sculpting tool is ideal for anyone looking to define their facial contours.

Benefits:

Enhances circulation and reduces puffiness.

Releases facial tension to reduce fine lines.

Offers a more intense massage compared to a roller.

How to Use:

Start with clean, moisturized skin.

Hold the gua sha tool at a 45-degree angle and gently scrape it across your skin in upward strokes.

Focus on areas like the jawline, cheekbones, and forehead.

4. Skin Roller with Microneedles

For those ready to take their skincare to the next level, a skin roller with microneedles can work wonders. This advanced tool stimulates collagen production and enhances product absorption.

Benefits:

Minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Improves skin texture by promoting cell renewal.

Enhances the efficacy of serums and moisturizers.

Caution:

Always sanitize the tool before and after use, and consult with a dermatologist if you’re new to micro needling.

Pairing Facial Massage with the Right Products

To maximize the benefits of facial massage, it’s crucial to use the right skincare products. At Leafoberry Skin Care, our Timeless Skincare antiwrinkle face serum is the perfect companion for your face tools. Enriched with nourishing ingredients, it hydrates and firms your skin while working to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Steps to Follow:

1. Cleanse your face to remove any dirt or makeup.

2. Apply the Leafoberry antiwrinkle face serum on your face and neck.

3. Massage the serum onto your skin using your preferred face tool.

4. Finally, seal it all with a hydrating moisturizer.

The Science Behind Face Tools

You might be asking yourself, “Do face tools work?” The answer is that they work because they boost your skin’s natural processes. For example, using a jade roller or gua sha tool for lymphatic drainage helps to flush out toxins and get rid of fluid retention. In contrast, micro needling with a skin roller boosts collagen production, which is the secret to smooth, plump skin.

You will find noticeable results with time when you combine these tools with good-quality skincare products, such as those from Leafoberry Skin Care.

Tips for Using Face Tools Safely

1. Clean Your Tools Regularly: Dirty tools can harbor bacteria that lead to breakouts. Clean your face tools with a gentle cleanser after each use.

2. Don’t Be Forceful: This would also cause irritation on the skin. Allow the tool to move freely on your face.

3. Optimize Your Tool for Everyday Usage or Targeted Effects: There are jade rollers or facial roller massagers good for everyday use, whereas more targeted effects may require using a gua sha tool or a skin roller.

4. Consistency pays: Facial massage should ideally be done 3 to 5 times a week, for better results.

Why choose Leafoberry Skin Care Face Tools?

At Leafoberry Skin Care, we’re dedicated to providing premium quality tools and products that cater to your skin’s needs. Our face tools are crafted from durable, skin-friendly materials and designed to deliver maximum benefits. Whether you’re looking to reduce puffiness, enhance product absorption, or sculpt your face, our tools are the perfect addition to your beauty arsenal.

Facial massage with the right face tools will transform your skincare routine. From jade rollers to gua sha tools, these devices are a simple and effective way to boost circulation, reduce puffiness, and enhance your natural glow. Paired with high-quality products like Leafoberry Skin Care’s antiwrinkle face serum, you can achieve the youthful, radiant complexion you’ve always dreamed of.

Make facial massage a part of your self-care ritual today. Explore our range of face tools and skincare essentials in Leafoberry Skin Care, and let the shine of your skin be one of confidence!

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Puffy skin, otherwise known as edema, is usually caused by fluid that temporarily collects between the cells of the facial tissue, leading to a bloated appearance. “Mildly swollen skin is a common concern, often caused by dehydration, alcohol consumption, high sodium intake, or hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, or menopause,” says Nicole Ruth, MD, DO, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. “Poor sleep, allergies, and sinus issues can also trigger puffiness, especially around the eyes.” “Genetics also play a role as some individuals have a greater natural tendency to retain water,” says Heather Rypien, RN, an aesthetics nurse specialist at Robert Schwarcz Oculofacial Plastic Surgery. Aging is another factor, as the skin loses elasticity and muscle tone, areas like the under-eye become more prone to swelling. Luckily, there are a few ways you can combat puffiness, ranging from instant-gratification quick-fixes to long-term solutions. Explore all of the options, ahead. Understanding Puffy Skin Puffiness can affect people of all ages—it’s the result of a combination of factors including lifestyle, genetics and hormonal changes. “Younger people may be more prone to intermittent puffiness due to hormonal fluctuations, dietary habits, or lifestyle factors such as alcohol consumption and irregular sleep patterns,” says Rypien. “Older individuals are often more susceptible to chronic puffiness because of age-related skin changes including the loss of collagen, a weakened lymphatic system, and fluid retention associated with underlying medical conditions or medications." Different areas of the face experience swelling for different reasons. For example, the under-eye area is the most common ground for puffiness—because the skin is so thin there, it’s particularly susceptible to edema and lymphatic drainage challenges. “The skin here can also be lax, so fluid collects easily and it’s very noticeable,” says Alexis Young, MD, an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City. Other areas of the face prone to puffiness include the cheeks, where fluid retention may be influenced by sleeping positions, and the jawline, particularly in individuals with poor lymphatic drainage. “The forehead and temples can also swell due to inflammation or sinus congestion, while the lips and perioral region may exhibit puffiness from dietary triggers, allergies, or certain medications including lip filler,” says Rypien. "Treatments, such as Botox injections around the crow’s feet can inadvertently exacerbate puffiness," adds Rypien. "This occurs because the muscle’s natural pumping motion, which helps with fluid distribution and lymphatic drainage, is temporarily reduced, leading to fluid accumulation.” Immediate Remedies for Depuffing Skin Dip Your Face in Ice Cold Water Fill a bowl with cold water and ice cubes. “You can submerge your face for ten seconds at a time or massage your skin with an ice cube, applying slight pressure to the areas that are particularly puffy to encourage greater blood circulation and less puffiness,” says Dr. Young. Perform a Facial Masssage Gua sha, which means "to scrape" in Mandarin, is a massaging ritual that uses a flat-edged smoothing tool to stimulate blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, while enhancing oxygen levels in the skin. “It can also reduce muscle tension, reducing fluids in the face,” says Rypien. “Gently apply the gua sha to the face using upward and outward strokes.” A jade roller works just as well—simply roll one in a side-to-side motion, moving from the center of the face towards the lymph nodes located along the jawline and in front of the ears. Both tools provide extra power when chilled. A woman using a gua sha. Getty Images Utilize Stapes Found in Your Kitchen There are things in your pantry and refrigerator that can help with facial swelling. “Cucumbers have anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce puffiness—simply slice and place over your eyes for ten minutes in the morning,” says Dr. Young. “You can also soak plain tea bags—avoid herbal teas like mint or chamomile which can be irritating on the skin—in cold water and place them over the eyes. The caffeine and antioxidants in tea constricts blood vessels and reduces puffiness.” If you’ve got an aloe plant, try applying a little gel under the eyes for soothing benefits. “Aloe contains anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce puffiness,” notes Dr. Young. Use Depuffing Skin-Care Products Depuffing skin-care products that contain topical ingredients like caffeine can temporarily tighten and depuff. “Many provide relief by constricting blood vessels and creating a tightening effect that helps reduce swelling,” says Rypien. “They can also improve lymphatic drainage.” Lifestyle Adjustments Optimize Sleep “Sleep deprivation can disrupt the body's natural fluid balance and increase cortisol levels, which can cause fluid to accumulate in the facial tissues,” says Dr. Young. Additionally, “sleeping on your stomach or side can cause fluid to accumulate in your face overnight.” Experts suggest sleeping on your back on an elevated pillow designed to prevent fluid from collecting in the face and to look for a pillow made for back sleeping. Reduce Salt Intake Too much salt can cause your body to hold onto extra fluid, resulting in bloating. “The sodium in salt pulls water into your blood vessels and enlarges them, which can cause your face as well as other parts of your body to swell,” says Dr. Ruth. Avoid eating foods high in sodium at night and check labels—foods with excess sodium usually list salt at the top of their ingredient list. High-sodium foods include processed foods like bacon, sausage and hot dogs, salad dressing, canned foods and soy sauce. Limit Caffeine Drinking caffeine can impact your skin by promoting water loss, as caffeine has diuretic properties that increase urination. “As a compensatory mechanism, your body retains fluid for protection which often results in puffiness, especially around the eyes,” says Rypien. “Additionally, dehydration can leave your skin looking dull and less supple.” Decrease Alcohol Consumption Alcohol dehydrates your skin, resulting in water retention and bloating. It can also cause blood vessels to enlarge, making your face appear puffy. “Alcohol also disrupts your natural sleep cycle, which can make you look more tired and bloated in the morning,” says Dr. Young. Eat Anti-Inflammatory Foods Foods including beans, avocados, sweet potatoes, leafy greens, berries and nuts will help reduce overall inflammation in the body, reducing facial puffiness. “Avoid foods that promote inflammation such as processed meats, refined carbohydrates, and sweetened beverages,” say Rypien. Avoid Excessive Screen Time “Too much time spent staring at a screen can lead to eye strain and swelling around the eyes,” says Dr. Ruth. Long-Term Strategies Use Anti-Inflammatory Skin Care Regularly incorporating hydrating and anti-inflammatory ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, cica, calendula, and niacinamide can provide longer-term benefits. Dr. Ruth also says to look for products with firming peptides. A model with glowing skin. Getty Images Exercise Regularly Engaging in a regular exercise program will promote better circulation and lymphatic drainage, reducing the chances of puffiness. "Stress triggers the release of cortisol, which can induce inflammation,” says Rypien. “Exercising and meditating throughout your day will help get your circulation flowing. Treat Allergies Allergic reactions to environmental factors such as dust and pollen can result in facial puffiness. “Allergens trigger an immune response that increases blood flow and fluid accumulation in the facial tissues,” says Dr. Young. “Treat seasonal allergies with an over-the-counter allergy medication or see an allergist.” Professional Treatments Some professional treatments can be highly effective in reducing puffiness. “Lymphatic drainage facials or microcurrent therapy can improve circulation and promote lymphatic flow, reducing fluid retention,” says Dr. Ruth. “Cryotherapy facials constrict blood vessels, while radiofrequency can firm the skin to reduce puffiness over time.” “Skin tightening with laser and light therapy could theoretically stimulate collagen and elastic fiber production, resulting in tighter skin and a lessened ability for fluid to collect outside of the cells,” adds Dr. Young. Preventative Measures Wash Off Makeup Before Bed Sleeping with makeup on can result in morning puffiness. “It’s usually due to contact dermatitis, an inflammatory reaction triggered by prolonged exposure to an irritant or allergen like makeup,” says Rypien. “This reaction causes the release of histamines and other inflammatories, leading to increased blood flow and fluid leakage from capillaries into surrounding tissues. On the face, where the skin is thinner and more sensitive, this fluid buildup is more noticeable.” Stay Hydrated It may seem contradictory to drink water when you're trying to reduce fluid buildup, but doing so flushes out excess sodium and toxins that can cause fluid retention, leading to a puffy face. “When dehydrated, the body holds onto water to prevent further fluid loss,” explains Dr. Ruth. It’s a smart idea to keep a reusable bottle by your side during the day and refill it when needed.   Conclusion Facial puffiness can often be managed with smart lifestyle and skin-care choices along with some at-home and professional treatments. Source link