Gua sha guide 📝

✨One of the best ways to achieve a facelift, contour, or sculpting and see the results immediately is to use Gua Sha board with organic face oil. With regular practice, your skin will enjoy healthier tissues, improved circulation, less puffiness, and firmer facial muscles. Your skin elasticity and texture will also increase, while fine lines will be less obvious. When these things happen, you will look younger, your skin will glow naturally, and your complexion will be more toned.

✨Gua sha offers anti-aging benefits by improving your circulation, right lymphatic flow, and overall skin function. The best method is to direct the Gua sha board towards the lymph flow by working the movement up from the neck. It helps remove toxins, get rid of stagnant energy, and improve skin conditions like rosacea, pigmentation, and acne.

✨ It is crucial to direct the facial strokes in the right direction and the proper manner because it improves the way Qi flows in the tissues of the face. Always direct the strokes towards an area that will reduce skin folding, sagging and improve blood flow.

*see post for visual aid in directions for gua sha

⚙️Parts of the gua sha:

Notch: under eye

Double notched edge: back, throat, jawline, eyebrows

Shorter side: forehead

Long edge: neck, cheek

🎧Before you gua sha:

It is crucial to direct the facial strokes in the right direction and the proper manner because it improves the way Qi flows in the tissues of the face. Always direct the strokes towards an area that will reduce skin folding, sagging and improve blood flow.

Face oil or something to help your gua sha glide easier is a must!

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2023/11/28 Edited to

... Read moreGua Sha is a traditional Chinese treatment that not only enhances your beauty routine but also offers numerous health benefits. By using a Gua Sha board with organic face oil, you can stimulate blood circulation, reduce puffiness, and promote lymphatic drainage in the skin. Incorporating this practice into your daily routine requires consistency, as over time, you'll notice significant improvements in skin elasticity and texture. Notably, Gua Sha can help minimize the appearance of fine lines, making your skin look youthful and vibrant. To maximize the effectiveness of your Gua Sha sessions, it’s essential to understand the anatomy of the board. The various edges cater to different areas of the face: the notch is perfect for under-eye treatment, while the long edge is designed for the neck and cheeks. Always remember to pair your Gua Sha practice with a high-quality oil to facilitate smoother movements. Before starting, ensure that your strokes are directed toward the lymphatic flow to effectively eliminate toxins from your body. This technique is crucial for enhancing skin function and achieving a healthy glow. With proper guidance and technique, Gua Sha can offer not just a skincare solution but also a holistic enhancement to your wellness journey.

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it works for me and I'm 60+

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I have a few questions. First where do you buy your guashas and are there anyone’s you recommend? Also are you supposed to oil as well, and if so what oil should I get?

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