Too hard and fast can result in "sha," or red marks. Remember ... Remember, it's important to use light strokes when ...

Wondering what exactly gua sha means? Well ... for a scraping motion but also because of the light bruising that often appears after. The red marks usually resemble the look of freshly raked ...

From increasing circulation to aiding lymphatic drainage, gua sha has a wide range of benefits ... just make sure you ensure that any sha (red flush) has subsided before re-treating.

Natural Botox alternatives spring up occasionally – from face yoga to gua sha, acupuncture to red light therapy – but flaxseeds are really making a splash in recent weeks, with ‘flaxseed Botox’ ...

A 2022 article in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology suggests that short-term use of gua sha can diminish puffiness through enhanced lymphatic drainage. Regular sessions may also improve vascular ...