Ice Therapy Rejuvenates Your Facial Skin

Facial skin is exposed daily to several factors that accelerate the aging process and can cause unsightly changes in the skin.

To combat the negative effects of pollution, sun exposure and poor nutrition, the cosmetics industry has created a whole suite of care products that rejuvenate and regenerate facial skin.

However, most of these products are expensive, and many women cannot afford them because they must be used daily. Fortunately, there are more convenient alternatives for skin care and rejuvenation.

How does ice help rejuvenate the skin?

The Middle East is the area where the technique of massaging the skin with ice comes, in the morning and in the evening, to moisturize and tone the skin of the face and to prevent the appearance of premature wrinkles.

This therapy is frequently used in beauty treatments in salons and specialized centers. It is very effective for skin care and rejuvenation.

In general, ice therapy offers the following benefits:

• Treats acne and blemishes that appear on the skin as a result of sun exposure and hormonal changes.
• Stimulates blood circulation, helping to rejuvenate the skin.
• Regenerates and tones the skin of the face, without causing side effects. 
• Prevents and eliminates premature wrinkles.
• Closes pores and prevents blackheads. 
• Reduces inflammation around the eyes and bags under the lower eyelids.

How do you apply ice treatment to the skin of the face?

Ice therapy for facial skin is very economical and does not require much effort. But it is important to be consistent in applying this treatment and to include it in your daily beauty routine.

To apply it, follow these steps:

• Before you start, clean your face thoroughly and make sure to remove all traces of makeup. 
• Wrap the ice in a cloth or cotton towel; do not apply it directly to the skin.
• Massage different parts of the face, sitting for 1-2 minutes in each region.
• Massage with small, circular movements, starting from the jaw, chin, then forehead, cheeks and around the nose. Watch out for the eye area. 
• Finally, apply a natural tonic lotion or an anti-acne product.

How to apply the treatment on acne-affected skin

To combat acne and unsightly pimples, it is necessary to find out the cause of the problem and use a treatment suitable for your skin type.

However, ice helps to refresh the skin and removes excess sebum that leads to this condition. To take advantage of these benefits, follow these steps:

• Massage the ice on the affected area for 2-3 minutes, until the skin becomes cold to the touch.
• Do not hold ice on the skin longer than recommended, as it can be a painful experience.
• After ice therapy, apply anti-acne treatment.

To remember

The ice treatment should last a maximum of 15 minutes. For optimal results, it is advisable to apply it both in the morning and in the evening.

For greater efficiency in rejuvenating the skin, prepare ice cubes of lemon, rose water, green tea, cucumber water or chamomile tea.