Gua Sha Mushroom - Green Jade

An alternative shape to 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.

The mushroom-shaped tool has a smooth, rounded cap, making it ideal for applying targeted pressure and circular motions. Its handle allows for easy grip and maneuvering. rounded shape makes it ideal for pressure point massage and gentle circular movements, especially in sensitive areas.

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.

-Under the Eyes (to reduce puffiness and dark circles): near the inner corner, gently move the tool outward toward your temple in a slow, circular, or sweeping motion.
-Cheeks and Jawline (for sculpting and tension relief): centre of your face (near the nose) and sweep the mushroom tool outward across your cheek, moving toward your ear, using circular motions, and chin along the jawline toward the ear.
-Forehead (for tension relief, headaches and relaxation): centre of your forehead and glide the mushroom tool outward toward your temples. You can also use small circular motions around the forehead

-daily or a few times a week

-Wipe the Gua Sha mushroom tool with a damp towel

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

Comes with little cardboard box

Weight: 50 g (1.76 oz) 

Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 4 cm (1.4 x 1.4 x 1.6 in)

Sourced from France