The 8 Beauty Tools Worth Adding To Your Skincare Toolkit

No longer synonymous with construction, tools have become a mainstay in the beauty industry. From helping your skincare products penetrate further into your skin to creating a fuss-free way to remove makeup, there are beauty tools for pretty much every skincare situation. 

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However, not all devices are born equal. With the plethora of products available on the market, it can be difficult to differentiate the hits from the misses. Fortunately, we’ve done the work for you. These are the top 6 beauty tools worth adding to your toolkit. 

1. Aceology Ice Globe Facial Massager 

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A distinctly relaxing experience, the irresistibly chic Aceology Ice Globe Facial Massager set is used to gently massage in serums and reduce puffiness. Best used out of the fridge for a cooling, rejuvenating effect.

2. Lux Skin Gua Sha

You’ve definitely seen one of these before. Designed to promote better circulation and stimulate lymphatic drainage, these sleek crystals are rooted in traditional Chinese medicine. According to traditional Chinese medicine, gua sha was a way of breaking up stagnant qi (or energy) to reduce inflammation and promote overall healing and wellness. Today, it can be used to gently redirect fluids back into the lymphatic system to reduce puffiness, as well as gently sculpt the jawline. 

3. Face Halo

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Simple yet effective, the humble Face Halo has revolutionized the makeup removal sector. Sustainable and cost-effective, each Face Halo is composed of microfiber which removes makeup using just water – no other products required. Plus, each Face Halo lasts for up to 200 wash cycles (that’s over six months!), making it the ideal environmentally-friendly alternative to disposable cotton pads.

4. Foreo Luna Mini 3 

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Designed to remove debris, oil, sweat, dead skin cells, and impurities from the skin, the Foreo Luna Mini 3 is crafted from easy-to-clean, bacteria-resistant silicone and uses vibration technology to deeply cleanse the skin. 

5. SALT BY HENDRIX Jade Face Roller

One of the most talked-about beauty tools of the past few years, jade and rose quartz rollers have been touted for their alleged ability to smooth out lines and wrinkles and push skincare products deeper into your skin. Although their effect on the former is yet to be proven, the rolling action may stimulate lymphatic drainage (much like gua sha) and there is a certain sentiment of self care that accompanies rolling crystals around on your face. 

6. LAMAV Ayurvedic Kansa Wand

Used for centuries in Indian Ayurvedic medicine, Kanda massage is designed to balance the three doshas (vata, pitta, and kapha) by unblocking the body’s energy channels to promote healing. Ayurveda’s answer to gua sha, the LAMAV Ayurvedic Kansa Wand works to promote circulation and lymphatic drainage to refresh dull, tired skin.

7. PMD Personal Microderm Pro

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An at-home device designed to provide the same results as a professional microdermabrasion session, the PMD Personal Microderm Pro uses spinning disk technology and calibrated vacuum suction, to leave skin smoother and softer after each use. Regular weekly treatments aid in reducing the appearance of wrinkles, enlarged pores, and fine lines.

8. Peppy Co LED Light Therapy Mask

An at-home alternative to salon treatments, the Peppy Co LED Light Therapy Mask harnesses the benefits of red, blue, and yellow light to target acne-forming bacteria, prevent wrinkles, and detoxify the skin.


Words by T. Angel
Feature image courtesy of Camilla Akrans for Vogue China