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Gua Sha Technique Guide

Gua Sha is a traditional massage technique rooted in Chinese medicine. It is designed to release stagnant Qi, the vital energy believed to flow through the body’s meridians.

The term literally translates to “scraping away impurities”.

Ancient Practice

Rich heritage

With a history of over 2,000 years, this method has been passed down through generations and continues to be highly valued.
Simple and practical

This technique can be performed at home without medical training or specialised equipment, making it both accessible and convenient.
Noticeable results

By applying firm pressure, blood flow increases, which helps to tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Immediate visible effect

You can see a clear difference after just one session. Try it on one side of the face to observe the contrast.

Key Benefits

Simplicity: No medical training or special tools required, making it perfect for use at home.
Effective Stimulation: The massage improves circulation, firms the skin, and helps to smooth fine lines.
Visible Results: Noticeable improvement after just one session. Try it on one side of the face to see the difference.

Direction of movement

Following the correct direction of movement is essential when performing a Gua Sha massage to ensure the best results.

Face:

Forehead: Move from the centre towards the temples, then up to the hairline.
Nose: Glide from the bridge out to the temples, and from the sides inward to the forehead centre.
Eyes: Sweep gently from the inner corners to the outer corners, or vice versa.
Cheeks: Stroke from the nose wings to the temples, and from the mouth corners to the earlobes.
Chin: Move from the centre outwards to the earlobes.

Neck & Décolletage:

Chest: Stroke from the centre of the chest towards the armpits.
Neck: Move from the base of the neck to the jawline (centre), and from the top of the neck to the collarbones (sides).
Avoid the thyroid area.

Body:

Limbs: Glide the massage tool from the centre of the body outward towards the fingers or toes.
Abdomen and Décolletage: Work from the centre out towards the sides.
Buttocks: Move from the centre outwards to the outer edges.

Massage Duration

Puffiness Reduction: Sessions should last between 5 and 10 minutes.
For Long-Term Results: A recommended course consists of 10 sessions, each lasting 30 minutes, performed every other day.

Outcomes
Visible improvement is often noticeable after the first session. Temporary Sha marks (such as petechiae or minor bruising) may appear, which are a natural response and indicate the body’s detoxification is active. These marks will fade gradually as the body returns to balance.