{"id":35412,"date":"2021-07-19T08:30:12","date_gmt":"2021-07-19T14:30:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/?p=35412"},"modified":"2022-08-23T13:11:10","modified_gmt":"2022-08-23T19:11:10","slug":"how-to-use-gua-sha-massage-tool","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/how-to-use-gua-sha-massage-tool\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet gua sha: Our new favorite facial massage tool!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do you ever feel like life\u2019s stressors are catching up to you? Maybe you feel extreme pressure in your face and neck that just doesn\u2019t seem to go away. Good news: We\u2019ve got the secret self-care solution and simple, daily routine to turn your frown upside down.<\/p>\n

Meet the gua sha stone, your face\u2019s new best friend. This spa-quality relaxation tool is something you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home, on the go, or wherever you need a little R&R.<\/p>\n

What is gua sha?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Gua sha is an ancient Chinese method that uses a special stone to scrape and massage the skin, helping to relieve tension and improve blood flow through facial massage.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Where can I buy a gua sha tool?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

If you would like to add a gua sha stone to your self-care toolkit, simply follow these guidelines:<\/p>\n

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  • Make sure it is made from real stone (usually jade or rose quartz). This ensures the best results.<\/li>\n
  • There are tons of sellers out there, but in order to honor ancient gua sha traditions, consider purchasing your gua sha stone from an Asian-owned company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    YL tip:<\/strong> <\/span>Gua sha tools come in all shapes and sizes. Each of the different shapes will be used in a slightly different way, but the overall technique will remain the same.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>