As a collective, we’re handling more toxins than any generation before us. It should come as no surprise that we need extra tools to properly detox, support blood flow, and boost lymphatic drainage. Gua sha is one of those tools.
Studies show that when done correctly, gua sha can release chemicals that improve blood flow, lessen toxins, reduce pain, and promote healing. Ours is designed with rare nephrite, a royalty-grade stone that’s more durable and valuable than other jades. The Nephrite Gua Sha features a unique shape that promotes blood flow and massages better than a blunt-edge tool. When you make it part of your morning routine, you harness an ancient remedy that’s better than Botox.
Is the Nephrite Gua Sha Right for You?
If you wake up with a puffy face, notice eye bags or sagging cheeks, or want to prevent wrinkles, gua sha is a must-have for your morning routine. Combine it with a serum and watch your complexion brighten. Regular gua sha practice promotes lymphatic and fascia health, while increasing blood circulation to the face and neck.
- Sculpt and lift your face naturally (a Botox alternative)
- Reduce puffiness and signs of aging
- Activate the parasympathetic nervous system
- Promote healthy lymphatic flow
- Increase energy
- Support healthy adrenal function
- Boost natural detox
Before using a gua sha stone, you should always make sure your lymphatic drainage pathways are open. Start by opening your armpits and then move to your terminus (massaging these areas with gentle pressure). Then, get out your gua sha tool. To reduce inflammation, you can keep your stone in the fridge or dunk it in an ice bath before using.
Begin by gently massaging your face with oil or serum (not too much, since this stone glides easily on its own). Push lymphatic fluid from your forehead, cheeks, under eyes, and nose toward your ears. Once this is done, move the fluid from your ears down your neck and eventually into the terminus.
After draining fluid, you can focus on shaping the muscles in your face. Use the ridged edge to pull up from your forehead to your scalp. Then, switch to the wavy edge to massage your cheeks (up to the cheekbone). You’ll also use this edge around the eyes. Finally, the round side of the stone is best used for cheekbones and neck.
When you finish with your gua sha, always wash the tool before putting it away. For best lymphatic results, it’s helpful to clear your armpits and terminus again using your hands or a dry brush.
