Enhance Your Routine with These 7 Must-Have Skincare Tools

The most important parts of any skincare treatment plan are the products themselves. One person may use a variety of lotions, creams, and serums as part of their routine. Some moisturize while others cleanse. Certain products may treat medical conditions. All have their own valuable roles in your personal process.

They don’t have to be the only parts of the process, though. Brilliant dermatological minds have invented plenty of skincare tools and devices over time. While many are accessories that offer quality-of-life improvements, some are must-haves that can have a more substantial effect. We’ll describe several products from that latter category here.

Brushes

You are likely familiar with make-up brushes. You dip them into the product of your choice, then run it along your face. Did you know that you can do the same thing with skincare products? Different designs are available for cleansers, exfoliators, masking serums, and more.

Brushes may not seem all that essential for those who already apply those products by hand. That tool-free method works well enough, of course, but using brushes comes with many benefits. You can be more precise with placement, which is ideal for spot treatment and the care of combination skin. On top of that, they leave less mess.

Exfoliant Sponge

Kitchen sponges often have two sides: one is squishy and absorbent, the other is tough and abrasive. We may not know which unsung genius thought to combine the two for a unique skincare product. What we know for sure is that exfoliant sponges are excellent tools for cleaning and softening the skin.

Rather than being separated into distinct sides, these variants seem to combine them. They are absorbent all over, perfect for retaining and unloading soaps and serums and other treatments. The material is also rough enough to exfoliate the skin and get rid of dead cells. Remarkably, even people with dry skin or scratch sensitivity may enjoy exfoliating sponges – though they should consult a professional first.

Derma Roller

Derma rollers resemble lint rollers. Instead of running them along sheets and fabrics, though, you run it along your skin. Instead of lifting pet hair and debris, this one stimulates collagen under the dermis. The device features rows of tiny needles – small enough that you don’t feel them, prominent enough that they affect the skin.

To be clear: unless you have sensitive skin or conditions like eczema and psoriasis, the effect is positive. Long-term use should lead to smoother and firmer skin. Many people credit derma rollers with erasing wrinkles and stretch marks. All you need is to apply a serum and roll it on the desired areas a few times per night.

Gua Sha Tools

Gua sha is an ancient Chinese practice that has recently seen a resurgence in popularity on TikTok. It involves stroking and scraping the skin with enough force to create red spots called petechiae. These spots are subdermal specks of blood from your capillaries. Yes, this can be skincare.

While most people turn to experts for gua sha treatment, you can try it at home as well. The tools themselves are wing-tipped objects, often carved from stone. They end in points, but they are smooth rather than sharp. Your goal is to apply a comfortable amount of pressure on afflicted areas of the body until they get rid of toxins. 

Face Mask

Skincare doesn’t have to feel like a chore. It can feel like a self-care day at the spa with the right perspective – not to mention the right tools. Face masks are special products that cover everything but your eyes and breathing holes. You can wear them while relaxing at home or even while sleeping.

Different kinds offer different benefits for different skin types. People with dry skin, for example, may want masks imbued with lotions and gels that provide much-needed moisturization. People with oily skin would be better off with masks that absorb excess oils off their face. Either way, the process is the same: slap it on for a while and chill out.

LED Face Mask

LED face masks are different from your usual skincare-ready face masks. They have a hard structure, which is necessary for the abundance of LED lights within. These lights fire photons all over your skin. As sci-fi as it may sound, this gadget works to stimulate collagen and revitalize your skin.

The basis for this technology is in laser treatments. LED face masks are basically at-home versions of more extensive procedures you can undergo at a sophisticated dermatology office. That origin should assure you that it is perfectly safe to use. So should the testimony of many fans who say that even though it’s not cheap, the benefits are worth the cost.

Cotton Gloves

Bedtime can be rough for people with conditions like eczema. Some may lose sleep trying not to scratch. Once they lose consciousness, any stirring and movement against their fabric may further agitate the skin. Worse, any lotions or creams that applied on the affected parts may come off along the way.

Dermatologists may recommend wearing clothing and accessories that cover those areas of the body at night. For example, people with eczema on their hands might receive advice to wear cotton gloves. Far from presenting a hassle, mittens can retain the eczema treatments and keep you from scratching yourself on purpose or by chance. Just make sure to periodically wash them or they can get moldy from the dampness.

Get the Best Skincare Products for Your Skincare Tools

While only your go-to skin doctor will tell you what tools are vital to your individual needs, all these tools are worth your consideration. Their anti-aging and health benefits practically make them skincare essentials. At the very least, keep this list handy as an introduction to the wide world of skincare aids and devices.

Here at NADIA Skincare, we focus on the products that you would use together with those tools. Our selection features top-of-the-line moisturizing creams, exfoliating serums, anti-aging lotions, and so much more. See for yourself by exploring our online store today.