Gua sha on face techniques are nothing new to the skincare realm. However, gua sha for face has recently become a somewhat viral trend on social media with influencers around the world. It has been adopted not only by influencers but also by many skincare brands, selling gua sha tools to a global market.
But there is one problem
not many know how to properly use gua sha on the face at home. How to use gua sha is rather simple, but not many show the proper prep, pressure application, and massage directions to partake in effect and non-damaging gua sha.
how you should use gua sha at home
- apply a generous amount of facial oil on the face and neck, avoiding the eyes
- press firming on the area you want to massage first and pull the gua sha in away from the center of the face
- when you feel tension, stop and apply pressure to the area to relieve tense facial muscles
- the skin should never be tugged at or have resistance when doing gua sha, if your skin starts to resist, apply more oil!
Sharing my personal way to use gua sha on face
There are many gua sha massage techniques that target different areas of the facial muscles. For myself, my massage pattern heavily revolves are patterns that target my jaw-line, facial tension around the jaw and eyes, as well as lymphatic drainage.
watch my gua sha video routine
gua sha benefits
- has multiple benefits that make it a great addition to everyone’s skincare routine.
- tightens and tones the skin by stimulating blood flow and muscles
- resolve swollen puffy face
- stimulates the lymphatic system to help the body flush toxins
have you started?
I hope you have! It’s great for a slimmer more toned face with lymphatic benefits.
