Gua Sha - Green Jade Crystal

The essential beauty accessory.

Green Jade stone of Heart, Purity and Earth Connection

• Gua: Pronounced like "gwah" (rhymes with "spa").
• Sha: Pronounced like "shah" (rhymes with "raw")

This beauty/massage accessory derived from traditional Chinese medicine has been used for thousands of years. Its literal translation means “scratch” (gua) the “ailments” (sha), a healing technique that involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool to stimulate blood flow and promote healing.  Additionally, there is a growing body of scientific research supporting its benefits, particularly for pain relief, inflammation reduction, and immune system support.

• study (2017) demonstrated Gua Sha’s efficacy in reducing chronic lower back pain through better circulation and relaxation of tight muscles.
• Pain Medicine (2011) found that Gua Sha significantly reduced chronic neck pain compared to a control group after a single treatment.
• 2007 study found that Gua Sha therapy reduced levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines like TNF-alpha in patients.
• 2017 study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine found significant pain reduction and frequency of migraine attacks.
• Gua Sha may be beneficial for women experiencing perimenopausal symptoms like hot flashes, anxiety, insomnia, and fatigue. A study published in Menopause (2017) found that women who received Gua Sha treatments experienced significant improvements.

This Green Jade Gua Sha is made from natural stone that is simply cut and polished without chemical treatment. It is a completely natural accessory that does not contain any chemical or harmful substances. Its shape is designed to perfectly fit the lines of the face with a good grip.

How to use:

-traditionally use Jade or other stone Gua Sha

-clean the skin

-generous helping of facial serum onto skin (recommend Blathana Rose Facial Oil or Cleanser Balm) for lubrication to reduce friction and avoid skin damage.

-hold Gua Sha 30–45 degree angle

-Jawline: Start from the chin and move the Gua Sha along the jawline towards your ear. Repeat this motion about 5–10 times on each side of the face.
-Cheeks: Place the tool on the nose and sweep outward toward the cheekbones and ears gently
-Forehead: Start in the middle of your forehead and sweep outwards toward your temples to relieve tension.
-Neck: Start from the base of your neck and move the Gua Sha upwards towards the jawline, always moving in an upward motion to promote lymphatic drainage.

-5–10 times over each area

-Use a clean towel to wipe off any excess oil

-2–3 times per week

-Always clean the Gua Sha tool 

*may cause temporary redness or bruising (petechiae) where the skin is scraped

Comes with cotton draw-string gift bag and diagram of usage

Characteristics:

• Width: 6.5 cm 
• Length: 8cm
• Weight: 0,05 Kg
• Material: Jade stone

Sourced from France