Description
Facial Gua Sha involves the gentle scraping of a smooth-edged tool, typically made from jade or rose quartz, across the face. The tool is used to massage the skin, enhancing blood circulation and facilitating lymphatic drainage. This technique not only helps to brighten the skin but also reduces puffiness, improves skin elasticity, and can even help to lessen the appearance of wrinkles.
Benefits of Gua Sha
1. Improves Circulation: The gentle pressure and motion increase blood circulation, which can improve skin color and promote a healthy glow.
2. Promotes Lymphatic Drainage: Regular Gua Sha can help in lymphatic drainage, which reduces swelling and removes toxins from the skin.
3. Relieves Muscle Tension: It helps in relaxing muscles of the face, potentially easing tension headaches and reducing stress lines.
4. Enhances Skin Elasticity: By boosting blood flow and stimulating the skin, Gua Sha can lead to firmer, more elastic skin.
5. Reduces Puffiness and Inflammation: The technique can decrease puffiness by aiding the lymphatic system in expelling fluid buildup in the face.
Why Regina Recommends
I have been using a Gua Sha stone for about 5 years. I especially use it in the morning when my skin seems dull and gray, but also puffy (most likely from the wine I had the night before). This technique helps bring a nice glow to my skin in the morning and reduces puffiness.