Is gua sha a hoax?
Gua sha is actually an ancient Chinese practice for energy flow and blood circulation. The technique can be used on the whole body and is traditionally quite vigorous—using a flat tool, the skin is scraped until red. The eventual effect of the practice results in better skin.
Does gua sha actually do anything?
Gua sha has been proven to help relieve tension in the face, reduce puffiness and inflammation, and it can even help reduce sinus pressure. However, since the musculature of the face is much thinner, you’ll want to avoid applying too much pressure as you’re working on this area.
How many days a week should you gua sha?
While once a week is recommended for gua sha, the frequency of use will depend on your skin type and your skin’s tolerance for the method. “As you start to familiarize yourself with it and get more comfortable with your techniques, you should aim to use gua sha at least two to three times per week,” recommends Tobia.
Are Gua Shas bad?
Typically, gua sha is considered safe. However, you may have some bruising or discoloration of your skin. You could also be sore and tender for a short while after you have your treatment. You shouldn’t have it if you’re taking medicine for blood clots.
Can I do guasha twice a day?
How and when to use it? For results, you want to use it at least once a day. For even better results, twice a day for just five to 10 minutes each! Before “scraping,” be sure to slather on—and I mean slather—an oil of your choice.
Is gua sha better than jade roller?
Facial Gua Sha uses a stroke that creates pressure and stretch at the same time, which makes it more effective than the jade roller for sculpting facial features like cheekbone and jawline. Gua Sha tools that are designed with shapes that fit around facial curves amplify this benefit even more.
Do you need oil for gua sha?
Make sure you use an oil with your gua sha tools, too. You can use any kind of oil. Gua sha is de-bloating, de-puffing, detoxifying, and it’s anti-aging.
Should I use gua sha morning or night?
Either in the morning or the evening works fine as long as you take the appropriate time to do it. I always do my facial gua sha in the morning, as it is a fantastic way to reduce puffiness and wake up your facial muscles at the beginning of the day.