The 10 Best Face Massagers for Sculpting and Lifting (2024)

Bazaar beauty director Jenna Rosenstein is "obsessed" with her multitasking TheraFace Pro. "It replaced three other devices that were taking up precious bathroom drawer space," she says. "When my TMJ is acting up, I like to use the massaging attachment to soothe my muscles, but otherwise, I’ll switch between the LED attachment, cooling attachment, and the one targeted for around the eyes to help with puffiness, fine lines, and dullness."

Benefits: relieves tension, LED, microcurrent, cleansing

Customer Review:

"I love that this device is LED, microcurrent, a cleanser and a massager all in the same place. It's super compact and easy to use. The massage with LED is my favorite setting but each attachment works well. Highly recommend." —Hannah

Crumm likes this viral roller, "known for its unique hexagonal shape and high-quality materials, it effectively stimulates the skin."

Benefits: lifts and promotes circulation

Customer Review:

"Often imitated but NEVER duplicated. This is the best face roller on the market. It’s great for lymphatic drainage in the neck/face and gives an instant face lift. The massage you get from using it is just a bonus. The quality is extremely sturdy and lasts forever unlike other rollers I’ve tried." —SP

Another go-to tool of Crumm's, this oversized face roller "features microcurrent technology and a platinum coating, offering a luxurious and effective facial massage," says the expert.

Benefits: relieves tension, microcurrent

Customer Review:

"I like the massager and use it daily. After a couple of months of use I don’t see any significant improvements, but it definitely helps me with morning swelling. I notice micro currents only if I leave it on my vanity table to charge during the day."

If you want results without an intense massage, consider this pick. Plated in 24 karat gold, this pen-sized vibrating tool helps reduce puffiness for a sculpted appearance by reducing tension in the facial muscles.

Benefits: lifts and tones

Customer Review:

"I can't even fully describe how good this tool feels. It really helps with jaw pain around and under my ears and draining my sinuses both not extreme but so good to fully get those little areas moving. An investment that feels like a dream." —jaycze

Facialist Joanna Czech is renowned for her massage technique, and she created this tool so clients and fans can replicate it at home. It's a pleasure to use when you need some muscle relief or extra contouring.

Benefits: lymphatic drainage, lifting

Customer Review:

"⁦The only reason a star is taken off is because of the price. But this facial massager is annoyingly good! Sometimes I forget to use it (or I am too tired) and I notice it. I am in my 30s and trying to last as long as I possibly can without having to resort to fillers or botox" —Joster

The Kansa wand is a centuries-old device for facial massage, and Ranavat is keeping the tradition alive with this tool, which is made by sixth-generation artisans. The Kansa metal—a blend of copper and tin—is said to help balance skin's pH, making it ideal for those with sensitive skin.

Benefits: relieves tension, balances skin pH

Customer Review:

"Really love using the Kansa wand for my whole family. It helps to relax muscles when paired with the saffron sérum." —johanne

The jade roller is a traditional Chinese medicine essential that's made it's made its way into global beauty routines. Mount Lai's is one of the best; not only does it feel amazing when you gently swipe it across your face, but it has a smaller side to roll across under-eyes, temples, and more.

Benefits: lifting, reduces puffiness

Customer Review:

Am loving my Mount Lai Jade roller, this my first own Jade so effective, with consistent use, I have noticed less appearance of wrinkles on my face, my face feels smooth and it feels like a face massage for me. This is my daily skin routine, I so much love this product.

Featuring a smooth, curved end and a roller end, this clever tool can be used to address stickier spots or overall puffiness and tension.

Benefits: lymphatic drainage, relieves tension

Customer Review:

"Honestly, I was surprised by how soothing and simple this tool was to use. As someone who clenches her jaw a lot, this helped alleviate tension not only there but also across my forehead and neck. Even if it only provides a temporary lift, it's a solid piece that has become a relaxing staple in my nighttime routine." —Annie

The little white nub on this teeny tool—a.k.a. the "fingertip" side—can be used for deeper massage, while the gold curved side is essentially a small gua sha. It's small but mighty.

Benefits: Deep tension relief

Customer Review:

"My second purchase tool. It is a bit pricy but worth it. Cooling with nice pressure feeling. It looks small but give enough massage ." —Autumn J

You can swap out this roller with a spherical quartz attachment, a traditional roller, or a dual-ended metal roller, depending on your skin's needs. No matter which you choose, the tool has an optional vibration feature for an extra-effective massage.

Benefits: lifting, lymphatic drainage, reduces tension

Each tool has slightly different benefits, as listed above, but according to Crumm, facial massage can help with improving circulation, relieving tension in the facial muscles, and promoting lymphatic drainage (which reduces puffiness). These benefits combined can be beneficial in an overall anti-aging routine.

First, "Cleanse your face and apply a facial oil or serum to provide slip and prevent tugging," says Crumm.

Then, you're ready to get massaging. Here's what the esthetician recommends:

1. Always use upward strokes to lift and firm the skin.
2. Use light to medium pressure, being careful not to drag or pull the skin.
3. Start from the neck and move upwards to the jawline, cheeks, and forehead.
4. Use slow, sweeping motions. Spend about 5-10 minutes on the massage.

• Ian Michael Crumm is a celebrity esthetician and cohost of the podcast "Beauty Curious."

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