Gua Sha Guide + FAQ
Welcome to Inner Beauty Shop’s Gua Sha Guide! Learn how to use your Gua Sha tool for face and body to unlock the full power of this ancient ritual. Be sure to check out the FAQ at the bottom.
Gua Sha encourages movement and creates space within the face and body, stimulating blood flow and Qi to release tension and reset muscles and fascia.
Gua Sha Benefits:
- Relieves muscle tension
- Boosts circulation and releases blockages
- Stimulates lymphatic drainage
- Improves oxygen and nutrient delivery to skin
- Enhances facial symmetry and tone
- Gives an immediate glow
- Lifts and sculpts facial contours
- A natural alternative to botox/injectables
- Helps ease stress, headaches, migraines, TMJ
- Resets the nervous system for a calmer mind
🧘 Why Gua Sha?
Gua Sha is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, used for centuries to treat and prevent illness through intentional scraping. It originally relied on everyday objects like coins or spoons—today it’s refined into Facial Gua Sha, a soothing, natural ritual that supports your skin’s health by enhancing blood flow, collagen production, and working with facial meridians.
🛠️ How To Use Your Gua Sha Tool
FACE:
- Start with a clean face. Apply a hydrating oil like our N°1 Squalane Oil, packed with omegas and vitamins A, E & K.
- Begin at your collarbones & back of neck
- Choose tutorial for your concern on Instagram:
FAQ
How many times a week should I Gua Sha?
Aim for 3× weekly when building a routine. Daily is ideal, but start realistically—try a nighttime ritual to unwind and prep for restful sleep.
Can I Gua Sha with acne?
Yes—but avoid scraping directly over inflamed blemishes. Focus on lymphatic areas (collarbones, neck) to ease drainage. For acne-specific support, DM us on Instagram with “ACNE.”
Do I need facial oil—and will it break me out?
Oil offers slip to prevent tugging. For breakout-prone skin, try our lightweight N°1 Squalane Oil, which supports the skin barrier without clogging pores.
How do I clean my Gua Sha tool?
Wash with cleanser or hot, soapy water. Then, disinfect with 70% alcohol and air dry.
Where does Gua Sha originate?
Gua Sha originated in the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644) and possibly as far back as the Palaeolithic Age, evolving from folk medicine into today’s wellness practice. Learn more here on its history
🔁FAQ RECAP
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Rhythm? | Start 3×/week; daily is ideal |
| Acne safe? | Yes—avoid inflamed areas; support lymphatic flow |
| Oil needed? | Yes; try our non-comedogenic Squalane Oil |
| Cleaning? | Soap or cleanser + 70% alcohol |
| Origin? | Ming Dynasty (~1368–1644), possibly older. Learn History |
Final Tips
- Be gentle—you’re encouraging flow, not scraping abrasively.
- Listen to your body: more tension? Focus there next time.
- Consistency leads to results—both short‑term glow and long‑term facial balance.
Happy self-care! 🌿 Follow us on Instagram @innerbeautyshop for more tips, tutorials, and real customer transformations.