How to Use a Gua Sha on the Face and Body
A gua sha ritual can be more than a facial massage. With gentle pressure, a smooth glide and a few mindful minutes, it can become a full-body moment of care, from jawline to shoulders, from arms to legs.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to use a gua sha on both the face and body, what to apply beforehand for comfort, how often to use it, and the simple techniques that help your skin feel cared for and look refreshed.
What is a gua sha tool used for?
Gua sha is a massage technique performed with a smooth tool. In modern routines, it is commonly used for a gentle face and body massage. Many people enjoy it for the way it can help the skin look more energised, feel less tense, and appear less puffy, especially when used consistently and with light to medium pressure.
What to apply before gua sha, face and body
Always use a product that gives slip so the tool glides.
For the face, a facial oil, serum or moisturiser that does not dry too quickly works well.
For the body, a body oil, shower oil, body cream or balm can create a comfortable glide.
If the tool drags at any point, add more product. The massage should feel smooth and soothing, never scratchy.
How to Use the Gua Sha for Body Massage?
Take a look at this infographic that outlines how to use a Gua Sha massage tool in order to fully experience the numerous Gua Sha benefits on your body.
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Expert Treatments to use with your Body Gua Sha
Almond Milk Concentrate
Smoothing & Softening
Enriched with Almond Milk and Sweet Almond Oil from Provence, it delivers long-lasting hydration, improves suppleness, and visibly firms the skin.
Almond Supple Skin Oil
Moisturising and Nourishing
Enriched with almond oil and omegas, envelopes the skin with a subtle and mouth-watering scent of fresh almonds while leaving a delicious satiny-smooth finish.
Immortelle Karite Balm
Anti-Ageing & Firming
With 3 expertly blended ingredients, it visibly reduces the appearance of wrinkles, dark spots, and restores firmness and elasticity to the skin.
How to Use the Gua Sha for Face Massage?
View this instructional video which demonstrates the various techniques for using a Gua Sha face sculpting tool to massage and contour your face, including the eyes, jawline, forehead, and cheeks. The benefits of the Gua Sha include the stimulation of collagen production to promote a healthy glow.
Products to use with your Face Gua Sha
Tips and Tricks
- Avoid cold environments, make sure the room you are in is warm during your massage, especially in the winter.
- When using the Gua Sha stone, try to keep it positioned at 15 degrees to your skin.
- Before use, refrigerate your Gua Sha stone for at least 10 minutes or run it through extra cold water.
- After use, clean the Gua Sha under running water and then store it in a clean and dry place.
- Drink plenty of water following a Gua Sha, in order to flush out toxins.
- Do not take cold showers or baths within a half hour of finishing your massage.
