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Few beauty tools offer as excellent lifting benefits as the best gua sha tools.
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The literalgua shaMandarin translation is to scrape sand, explains Lin Chen, cofounder ofPink Moon.
Gua sha tools have been used as a unique approach for holistic healing in China for 4,000 years.
Just think of how calming it is to glide a roller or stone across your skin.
How to Use a Gua Sha Tool
So youre ready to try the restorative practice at home.
Aside from the tool you choose, a proper technique is key to reap the anticipated benefits.
Always start with clean skin, then prep with an emollient face oil or balm.
For best results, use your gua sha three to five times per week.
Daily use can enhance benefits, but overuse may cause sensitivity, she says.
