Gua sha is an ancient Chinese practice that is believed to promote the flow of "chi", or energy, through the skin. The technique involves gently rubbing the gua sha over the neck and face in an upward sweeping motion.
WHY WE LOVE THIS
Theoretically, the pressure applied to the skin via the gua sha tool causes a level of friction that improves circulation and increases blood flow to the area, says Raman Madan, MD, a board certified dermatologist at Huntington Hospital in New York City. The belief is that increased blood flow can provide many benefits to the skin, such as increased collagen production, as well as reduced puffiness, hyperpigmentation, and muscle tension.
HOW TO USE
Theoretically, the pressure applied to the skin via the gua sha tool causes a level of friction that improves circulation and increases blood flow to the area, says Raman Madan, MD, a board certified dermatologist at Huntington Hospital in New York City. The belief is that increased blood flow can provide many benefits to the skin, such as increased collagen production, as well as reduced puffiness, hyperpigmentation, and muscle tension.
The technique involves gently rubbing the gua sha over the neck and face in an upward sweeping motion.
HOW ITS MADE
This Gua sha is made in Dalmatian jasper, a natural stone known to reconnect us with our playful nature and to balance Yin and Yang. It can help to promote positivity, happiness and a childlike playfulness.