Gua Sha Face Lift: How to Naturally Sculpt &Tone Your Face
Are you looking for a way to improve your skin or facial appearance while soothing your soul? Gua Sha might just be the ultimate solution.
These types of facial massages have been making headlines in beauty magazines and beauty blogs across the globe because it is one of the few natural remedies that offer true and effective results in a relatively short period. It is also quite soothing to sit through one of these pampering massages.
If you want to sculpt and tone your face without putting yourself and your budget through extremes then we highly recommend giving these types of treatments a try. Our guide takes a look at some of the leading reasons to start indulging in a daily facial session.
What is a Gua Sha Facial?
Gua sha is a specific massage that is relatively easy to perform (once you know how) yet can offer tremendous results if the correct technique and products are combined.
The massage also stimulates your facial muscles to keep them strong which reduces the appearance of deep-set wrinkles around the mouth or between the eyes.
Furthermore, these massages help keep the skin supple and oxygenated while tissue oils nourish the skin. This is tremendously helpful for reducing fine lines caused by ageing.
On the whole, these facial treatments are very good for keeping the skin on your face from becoming wrinkled and saggy and for slimming all parts, especially the cheeks.
Benefits of Gua Sha Facial Massages
There are lots of good reasons to start indulging in these pampering sessions and zero reasons to avoid them. Yes, that is correct. Gua Sha massages have no negative side effects. It is one of the few beauty treatments that you can enjoy as often as you like or get as many of as you wish without ever putting your face, health, skin, or appearance at risk.
Let’s take a look at what incredible effects you can expect if you start getting these soothing treatments.
Increase Blood Circulation
Facial massages increase blood circulation. With more oxygen-rich blood, all of the tissues, nerves and muscles in your face are boosted and regenerated.
Nourishment
The oils used during these pampering massages are packed with nutrients and minerals. These beneficial ingredients are absorbed by the skin which enhances your overall skin health.
Drain Unnecessary Fluids
Good massaging techniques allow excess fluids inside your skin and facial tissues to flow and drain with ease and can help tone or slim your face.
Reduces Wrinkles and Fine Lines
You are very likely to notice a decrease in wrinkles and your skin will firm up within just a few short weeks (or perhaps sooner) of starting treatment.
Reasons to Enjoy Professional Gua Sha Sessions
It is always good to start your Gua Sha journey at a spa with trained professionals. The massage techniques can be a little bit complex and proper technique can make a huge impact on your results.
Being treated by a professional is always very educational. You will get plenty of tips on suitable massage tools, massage lotions, and the correct facial oils to use. If you pay close attention during the session, you will also learn all about different strokes, find out where your lymph nodes are located, and discover the best massage techniques for problem areas in your face.
Professionals can also recommend the best products for your specific skin type. This way, you will buy suitable products and the best gua sha tools the first time around.
Another great reason to seek out an expert is because sessions provided by professionals inside a luxury spa feels so good. It is very relaxing to get pampered and spoiled while a professional massage therapist eases all of the tension out of your skin and neck.
Doing Your Own Gua Sha Treatment at Home
The more facial massages you can do the better because regular sessions will yield the best results over the next few weeks.
Since it isn’t practical to run to a spa for a daily massage, it can be good to invest in your own gua sha facial massage kit.
What You Will Need
For a proper massage, you will need a good gua sha tool and a couple of additional products like oils or serums.
Facial Oils and Serums
It is always best to ask your local spa about the right oils to buy. If you are not sure what to get then it is always good to start with a facial oil like Blue Tansy Balance face oil. These oils are terrific for lubricating the skin so massage tools can easily slide over your skin without causing damage. The oils are also nourishing and will hydrate your skin.
You can also invest in a good aftercare treatment like Regenerating Face Serum or Brightening Vital C+. These serums or treatments can be applied during or after the massage to give your skin an extra boost.
Gua Sha Tool
You will also need a good gua sha tool. Natural gemstone tools are considered the best because of the natural healing properties these stones contain. A Rose Quartz Gua Sha Tool can be a good beginner item because it has smooth shapes on all sides and the unique design makes it practical for targeting different parts of the face. More intermediate users can consider a Jade Gua Sha Face Comb tool. These can double as a scalp massager but they are a little bit more complex to use.
Look for an Online Tutorial
The easiest way to give yourself a gua sha massage is by following online instructions on YouTube or TikTok because these sessions offer the best results if you use a good kneading technique and if the strokes are done in the right direction.
Remember to always wash your hands and face before you start and to never use your massage tool without a moisturizer or oil. On dry skin, these tools can cause a lot of damage.
The massage tool should be held at a 45-degree angle and different parts of the tool can work better on specific parts of the face.
Remember to wash your face after massaging and to apply a good after-care treatment to soothe the skin.
Visit GingerChi for The Best Gua Sha Massages and Products
If you are looking for the best gua sha tools, products, and oils, or want to book a pampering session with a professional then we welcome you to visit GingerChi. Our spa is renowned for its excellent facial massages and products.
With GingerChi, your face and skin will look more radiant than ever and you willstep out feeling refreshed and relaxed.
