Tools
Gua Sha tools traditionally include smooth-edged items made from jade, rose quartz, buffalo horn, or other materials. These tools can vary in shape but are typically flat with rounded edges to glide over the skin comfortably

Technique
During a Gua Sha session, the practitioner applies massage oil to the skin and then scrapes the tool over the affected area. This scraping action creates petechiae (tiny red dots) known as "sha," which is believed to release unhealthy elements from injured areas and stimulate blood flow and healing.

Purpose
Gua Sha is used for various purposes, including pain relief, reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and promoting immune response. It's often used for musculoskeletal problems but can also be applied to the face for facial rejuvenation and improving skin texture.

Benefits
Advocates of Gua Sha believe it can help alleviate conditions such as chronic pain, muscle stiffness, fever, and respiratory issues. It's also touted for its ability to improve skin health and promote a healthy glow when used on the face.

Precautions
Gua Sha should be performed by trained practitioners to ensure safety and effectiveness. Improper technique or excessive pressure can cause bruising or skin damage. It's also not recommended for people with certain health conditions, such as those with bleeding disorders or who are taking blood-thinning medications.

Size
7 x 7 x 6cm

What You Need

Gua Sha Stone
Choose a flat, smooth Gua Sha stone made from Jade, rose quartz, or another suitable material. The flatness helps prevent bruising and ensures smooth gliding over the skin.

High-Quality Hydrating Mask
Before starting the Gua Sha massage, apply a hydrating mask to your face and neck. This step helps hydrate and prepare the skin, making the massage more comfortable and enhancing its benefits.

How to Perform Gua Sha

To Reduce Puffiness Around the Eyes

1. Apply lotion or oil to your eye area.
   
2. Sweep the Gua Sha tool over the under-eye area and out to the temple, all the way to the hairline.
   
3. Repeat three times on each eye, then work the tool from the inside corner of the brow bone out to the temple area.

To Promote Lymphatic Drainage

1. Start at the chin, then sweep the Gua Sha tool along your jawline and up to the ear.
   
2. Move the tool behind the earlobe, and then down the neck.
   
3. Repeat three times.

To Relieve Tension in The Head

1. Start in the middle of your forehead and work your way out toward the temples, all the way to the hairline.
   
2. Repeat as many times as you’d like.

To Contour and De-Puff Your Nose

1. Lightly scrape the tool up the bridge of your nose.
   
2. Bring it down along the side of the nose to the cheek.
   
3. Repeat three times.

To Contour and De-Puff The Chin

1. Gently guide the tool from the middle of your chin along your jawline toward the ear.
   
2. Repeat three times on both sides of the face.

To Firm the Décolletage

1. Start at the outer corner of the jaw near the earlobe.
   
2. Sweep down the neck to just above the collarbone.
   
3. Repeat three times on each side.
   

Tips for Effective Gua Sha

Pressure
Apply medium pressure throughout the massage. Too light pressure may not provide adequate stimulation, while too much pressure can cause discomfort or bruising.

Direction
Always move the Gua Sha stone in upward motions to encourage lymphatic drainage and circulation.

Maintenance
Clean the Gua Sha tool with a gentle soap and water after each use to keep it free from bacteria and dirt. Store it in a cool, dry place.