If you use social media, you've definitely seen videos of famous people and beauty bloggers rolling a few ice cubes on their faces or submerging their faces in a basin of cold water. In 2022, the "icing the face" fad was big, and it doesn't seem like it's going anywhere anytime soon. While the cosmetic craze may appear to have many perks, such as unclogged pores, 

diminished puffiness, and a fresh face in seconds, there are also some drawbacks that have us questioning if it's worthwhile to frequently slam your face with an ice cube.

Keep Your Face Out of the Ice Bowl

 

Avoid submerging your face in extremely cold water if you have sensitive or dry skin since you can feel irritation or redness. Instead of directly touching your skin with an ice cube, you can wrap it in a cloth and rub it on your skin to prevent ice burn.

 

Do not overly rub ice.

It's simple to go overboard and incorporate icing into your regular pre-makeup skincare routine, but we strongly advise against doing that. There is a good probability that your skin will be injured if you keep the ice on your face for a long time.

Moreover, icing may result in rashes and cause the skin to become sensitive, itching, and red. Use a moist cloth or a cold compress as an alternative.

 

Don't Ice Your Face in the Winter

While our blood circulation slows down during the colder months, chilling your face will just make it dry and itchy. If you already experience winter health problems like inflammation, colds, and sores, avoiding the trend will be beneficial.