If you’re feeling puffy, red, swollen, or just need a quick pick-me-up, try one of the best ice rollers. Whether you’re recovering from a late night, salty snacks, or a good cry, a quick ice-rolling session can refresh your skin and reduce visible signs of fatigue. Forget the old trick of dunking your face in ice water—modern ice rollers are portable, easy to hold, and even easier to use.

Vogue’s Top Ice Rollers:
Best Overall: StackedSkincare Ice Roller, $85
Best Cryo Globes: Jenny Patinkin Cryo Glow Globes, $70
Best for Facial Tension: Nurse Jamie Super Cryo Massaging Orb, $24
Best for Sensitive Skin: Osmosis Beauty Cool Skin Tool, $59
Best for Depuffing: Omorovicza Cooling Derma-Globes, $140
Best for Redness: Skin Gym Ice Roller, $30
Best for Full Body: BeautyBio GloPRO Cryo Roller Duo, $85

Cold therapy has ancient roots and offers benefits beyond skincare—it can soothe sore muscles, reduce stress, and sharpen focus. Today’s tools make it easy to add quick cryo treatments to your routine. We asked three experts to explain how ice rollers work, the best time to use them, and which ones are worth buying. Here’s what they recommend, along with 12 expert-approved picks.

### Best Overall: StackedSkincare Ice Roller
Price: $85 (Amazon)
Why We Love It: Though pricier than some options, this stainless steel roller stays cold longer than glass globes and is built to last. The ergonomic handle prevents hand fatigue, and the egg-shaped barrel easily contours to tricky areas like under-eyes.
Material: Stainless steel
Freezable: Yes

### Best for Sculpting: Angela Caglia Gold Cryo Facial Set
Price: $125 (Nordstrom)
Why We Love It: Aesthetician Josie Bisetti loves this set for its ergonomic shape, ideal for draining and sculpting. The gel-filled wands stay cold longer than most rollers, delivering professional-level results at home.
Material: Gold-plated gel-filled wands
Freezable: Yes

### Best for Contrast Therapy: TheraFace Depuffing Wand
Price: $149 (Nordstrom, Therabody, Amazon)
Why We Love It: This high-tech wand offers three temperature settings, including cooling (like an ice roller) and heat therapy for better product absorption. Its compact size makes it great for travel.
Material: Plastic, copper/aluminum alloy
Freezable: No

### Best Affordable: Esarora Ice Roller
Price: $19 (Amazon)
Why We Love It: Dermatologist Dr. Teresa Song recommends this budget-friendly roller for its wide surface area and detachable head for easy cleaning. It also comes in 10 colors.
Material: Plastic
Freezable: Yes

### Best Hands-Free: Shark Cryo-Recovery Lifting Face Mask
Price: $350 (Amazon, SharkClean)
Why We Love It: This mask combines cryotherapy and LED technology, with special under-eye pads for targeted treatment.Here’s the rewritten text in clear, natural English:

Dr. Song’s Pick: If you’re short on time or just don’t have the energy for another beauty step, this is ideal for mornings when you wake up puffy but can’t be bothered with a full routine. It’s like dunking your face in ice water—without the mess.

Best for Travel: Doré Le Glaçon Facial Ice Roller
$40 at Amazon
Why we love it: Beauty routines don’t pause for vacations, and this compact, lightweight roller is a travel must-have. Use it anywhere on the face—even under the eyes to reduce puffiness and dark circles. Don’t skip the neck—it’s great for lymphatic drainage and tightening.
Material: Stainless steel
Freezable: Yes

Best for Facial Tension: Nurse Jamie Super Cryo Massaging Orb
$24 at Amazon
Why we love it: This versatile tool works on the face, jaw, neck, arms, and legs. Use it dry or with serum. Chill it in the fridge (30–60 minutes) for cooling relief that lasts up to six hours, or warm it in water for tension relief. Perfect for TMJ and tight muscles. The removable orb makes cleaning easy.
Material: Stainless steel
Freezable: No

Best Cryo Globes: Jenny Patinkin Cryo Glow Globes
$70 at Nordstrom | $50 at Amazon
Why we love it: For a spa-like experience, these hand-blown glass globes are worth mastering. Use gentle upward strokes from the center of the face outward, focusing on areas like under-eyes or jawline for better circulation.
Material: Hand-blown glass
Freezable: Yes

Best for Sensitive Skin: Osmosis Beauty Cool Skin Tool
$59 at Amazon | $60 at Dermstore
Why we love it: No freezer needed—this tool stays cool for 30 minutes. Store it in the fridge for an hour for extra chill. The flat design glides smoothly, even around delicate eyes, making it perfect for masking. Pro tip: Buy two for a better massage.
Material: Proprietary alloy
Freezable: No

Best for Depuffing: Omorovicza Cooling Derma-Globes
$140 at Dermstore
Why we love it: Though pricey, these glass globes are filled with cooling liquid for longer-lasting relief. They combine the benefits of a massage tool and ice roller. Just clean after each use to avoid bacteria.
Material: Glass
Freezable: Yes

Best for Redness: Skin Gym Ice Roller
$30 at Amazon
Why we love it: Most of us aren’t dunking our faces in ice water at dawn, but this roller delivers similar perks. Let it sit for a few minutes after freezing (or rinse it) to avoid skin irritation. Works on face and neck—choose between stainless steel or cryogel.
Material: Stainless steel
Freezable: Yes

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BeautyBio GloPRO Cryo Roller Duo
$85 (NORDSTROM) | $64 (AMAZON)

Why We Love It:
This roller duo comes with two attachment sizes—one for larger areas and another for hard-to-reach spots, says Dr. Song. The professional-grade stainless steel head is easy to clean, which is key for a tool stored in the freezer. The larger attachment also works on the body, making it a great investment. If you’re new to using it, the brand offers helpful tutorial videos on YouTube.

Material: Stainless steel
Freezable: Yes

Best for Headaches: Kitsch Ice Face Roller
Kitsch Ice Face Roller
$18 (AMAZON)

Why We Love It:
Recommended by Dr. Song, this compact ice roller is travel-friendly with a surgical stainless steel head. “It’s easy to use, clean, and store,” she says. Beyond reducing puffiness and soothing sore muscles, it can also relieve headaches by boosting blood circulation in the face and neck.

Material: Stainless steel
Freezable: Yes

Everything You Need to Know

What is cryotherapy?
According to Dr. Song, cryotherapy typically refers to cold-temperature treatments that reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, and enhance skin tone. “In skincare, it often involves tools like ice rollers or cryo globes for gentle, targeted benefits,” she explains. “In medical dermatology, cryotherapy uses liquid nitrogen to treat skin conditions like warts and precancerous spots.”

Bisetti adds that cryotherapy can also brighten skin by promoting circulation. “There are many at-home tools available now,” she notes. Cryotherapy has both cosmetic and medical applications, including clinical treatments for abnormal tissues.

Do dermatologists recommend ice rollers?
Ice rollers should be used with caution, warns Dr. Song. “Brief use can reduce puffiness and soothe irritation, but prolonged exposure may cause ice burns. When used correctly—short and gentle—they’re a simple, non-invasive way to support skin recovery, either before skincare or after treatments.”

Do ice rollers actually work?
Yes, says Dr. Song. Ice rollers temporarily tighten skin, reduce puffiness, and boost circulation. “They work by constricting blood vessels (vasoconstriction), which reduces swelling. When the skin warms up, blood flow improves (vasodilation). Cold contact also tightens pores temporarily.”

While results aren’t permanent, ice rollers offer a quick fix for morning puffiness or post-treatment inflammation.

How to Use an Ice Roller
Cold therapy tools are versatile, and a full treatment can take just five minutes. Some rollers are designed for the body, but most need to be chilled in the fridge or freezer first.

Before use, Hand suggests rinsing the roller under water to remove surface ice and slightly warm it. “Rollers that are too cold can irritate skin,” she says.

After cleansing, apply a serum, moisturizer, or facial oil for smooth gliding. Gently roll upward and outward for up to five minutes. For extra benefits, Bisetti recommends using the roller over a hydrating sheet mask. “When used properly, they can be very soothing.”Here’s the rewritten text in clear, natural English:

She explains that using the tool helps drain fluid from the face to reduce puffiness while soothing the skin. Gently glide it upward and outward over the mask, moving around the face.

Ice rollers are also great for under-eye puffiness and dark circles, as the cold helps revitalize the delicate skin in that area. “For best results, I recommend using an ice roller instead of eye patches,” Bisetti adds. “Stroke gently from the inner corner toward the nose, up around the eyelid, and then down toward the ear.”

Dr. Song notes that rollers should always be used on clean skin with gentle pressure. “Glide the roller from the center of the face outward and upward, and limit use to one or two minutes per area,” she advises. Be sure to clean the roller after each use.

When is the best time to ice roll your face?

Dr. Song recommends using an ice roller in the morning to reduce overnight puffiness and refresh tired skin. However, it can also be helpful after a workout, sun exposure, or before bed to calm and soothe the skin.

Meet the Experts

– Dr. Teresa Song is a board-certified dermatologist at Marmur Medical in New York City.
– Elizabeth Grace Hand is an esthetician and founder of New York facial studio Ställe Studios.
– Josie Bisetti is an esthetician and founder of Skin Peace by Josie B in New York City.

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