Gua Sha - Natural Face Lift

Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese healing technique that dates back over 2000 years the word ‘Gua’ means to scrape or rub, while ‘Sha’ describes the petechiae (red spots) that appear on the skin as a result of the treatment. When these spots appear, it is said that Sha has been released from the body. Gua Sha is used to treat a variety of issues including pain relief, fatigue, detoxification and stress reduction. It incorporates techniques to the face and neck such as Acupressure, Massage, Lymphatic Drainage and Myofascial Release.

Why Gua Sha?

As we age our skin inevitably loses some of its elasticity and moisture due to the decreased production of collagens, elasticity and hyaluronic acid so we may notice more wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, dry, dull and sagging skin.

The idea with Gua Sha facial is either to prevent or support changes in the blood flow in the muscles and tissues of your facial area. If the muscles in your face do not have a constant flow of this oxygen nutrient rich blood they will wither over time. 

Benefits of Gua Sha facial massage;

The Gua sha face massage is an advanced completely natural facial treatment that follows the same principles of ancient Chinese facial acupuncture medicine however this method replaces the use of intradermal needles with Gua Sha tools triggering essential points and channels on the face and aiming to achieve similar if not the same benefits as the facial acupuncture such as

· Facial complexion renewal

· Reduction of clogged pores

· Tighten the chin enhances the ability of the skin to absorb makeup products

· Reduce the effects of aging enhance the skin

· Can promote the growth of new skin cells

· Improved blood flow to the head and neck

· Improve lymphatic drainage

· Relieve muscular tensions

· Relieve physical and emotional stress

· Promote deep relaxation

· Help improve muscle tone

· Help relieve deep congestion in the face and head

· Relieve stress and anxiety

· Create a feeling of balance and well being 

· Uplifting

· It can also help with treatment of TMJ Syndrome. 

How does Gua Sha face massage work?

Gua Sha facial works by stimulating microcirculation and bringing fresh blood flow to the face which oxygenates and detoxifies cells. It also helps to break down stagnant cellular debris that can lead to puffiness and fine lines. The increased circulation also helps to plump up and smooth out wrinkles.

It is very important to remember that the face is part of your body and if you fixate on changing your face without acknowledging the influence the state of your whole body has over your face your changes are not going to last very long.

Other things that you can do to help your skin;

Healthy diet, getting enough sleep, regular exercise and avoiding toxins will help the skin cells from damage. Using skin care products that contain antioxidants and collagen/elastin to help restore the loss of volume and firmness and taking supplements that contain Hyaluronic acid.