Knowing how to massage: where, when, and how?
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Under-eye bags can often seem insurmountable, especially after a bad night's sleep. Fortunately, the Niuk roll-on, with its -18°C cooling effect, can quickly save the day. This guide explains how to use the Niuk roll-on massage to decongest, hydrate, and revive your tired eyes.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Under-eye bags can often seem insurmountable, especially after a bad night's sleep. Fortunately, the Niuk roll-on, with its -18°C cooling effect, can quickly save the day. This guide explains how to use the Niuk roll-on massage to decongest, hydrate, and revive your tired eyes.
Why massage under-eye bags with the Niuk roll-on?
Before giving you the perfect technique, it's important to understand why massage is so effective with the Niuk roll-on. Bags under the eyes are often caused by a buildup of fluid under the skin, as this delicate area is very thin. Massage will drain all of this fluid, improve blood circulation, and stimulate microcirculation. Basically, this helps flush out excess fluid and toxins that make you look tired (learn more: Niuk in a skin detox routine: eliminate toxins).
The Niuk roll-on, with its extreme cold (we're talking -18°C), will accelerate this process by constricting blood vessels. This is called vasoconstriction. The result: your eye area is decongested in no time. Do you see why it's important to massage properly now?
How to massage properly with the Niuk roll-on?
Let's get down to practice, because understanding is good, but you still need to know how to do it. Massage with the Niuk roll-on is an art, but rest assured, it's a very accessible art!
Take your chilled Niuk roll-on out of the freezer. Make sure it's been there for at least two hours to reach the ideal temperature. The colder it is, the better it will constrict blood vessels and boost circulation.
Start by applying a suitable serum. This is the key to an effective massage. If you're looking to brighten your eyes, we recommend Prunelle, Niuk's radiance serum. For intense hydration, Jardin d'Hiver is the perfect choice, and for an anti-aging effect, go straight to Nuit Polaire. The cold allows the serum to penetrate better, so don't skip this step!
Gently massage from the inner corner of the eye outward. Use slow, circular motions, without applying too much pressure. The idea is to gently drain the skin. Remember, the eye area is a fragile area, so avoid sudden movements. Plus, the cold of the Niuk roll-on will soothe immediately. Don't spend more than two minutes on each eye. It may be tempting to persist, but cold is very effective, and overdoing it could irritate the skin. Two minutes is the perfect amount of time to decongest without damaging the skin.
And for more information, see this article: Focus on the mechanical action of Niuk: massage.
Why is massaging with the Niuk roll-on more effective than using a simple product?
You may be wondering, "Why not just apply an anti-dark circle eye cream?" By massaging with a cold tool, you go much further than simply applying cream. The cold tightens pores, boosts microcirculation, and allows the serum's active ingredients to penetrate deeper. It's a bit like a cryotherapy session at home, without the need for a cryotherapist. The results are visible much more quickly.
What's more, this Niuk massage activates fibroblasts, which are the cells responsible for collagen production. So, in addition to reducing puffiness, you're fighting under-eye wrinkles. It's a winning combination.
Massage Mistakes
Now that you know how to massage with Niuk, let's talk about the mistakes to avoid. First, don't massage on dry skin. The Niuk roll-on must glide smoothly, hence the importance of using a hydrating serum. Another mistake is to linger too long on one area. As mentioned previously, 2 minutes per eye is the golden rule. Finally, don't forget to thoroughly clean and dry your Niuk roll-on after each use to prevent bacteria buildup (see also this article: Using Niuk: Mistakes to Avoid).
CONCLUSION. By incorporating this massage into your daily beauty routine, you'll quickly see results. Not only will your under-eye bags fade, but you'll also awaken your eyes, brighten your complexion, and prevent the signs of aging. The best part is that a Niuk massage is a moment of pure pleasure, a little moment of relaxation just for you. A true home spa (and to learn more, read the article on a simple anti-aging routine with Niuk). The Niuk roll-on and its massages are like a magic wand to say goodbye to under-eye puffiness. With its decongestant effects, the cold combined with the right massage movements, and the use of suitable serums, you can't go wrong.
Sources
Jung-Won Shin, Soon-Hyo Kwon, Ji-Young Choi, Jung-Im Na, Chang-Hun Huh, Hye-Ryung Choi, Kyung-Chan Park. Molecular Mechanisms of Dermal Aging and Antiaging Approaches, https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6540032/
Anti-skin-aging effects of human ceramides via collagen and fibrillin expression in dermal fibroblasts, https://academic.oup.com/bbb/article/86/9/1240/6626017?login=face