This report quoted Clara Chan as saying gua sha dates back to around 2.6 million years ago. In fact, she told the Post it dates back to the Stone Age. The Stone Age is variously interpreted as having ...

“The purpose of gua sha is to unblock and restore flow to Qi– or energy– in the body,” Director of Education at THE WELL, Laura Conroy tells ESSENCE. As an ancient technique, gua sha is one of the ...

This report quoted Clara Chan as saying gua sha dates back to around 2.6 million years ago. In fact, she told the Post it dates back to the Stone Age. The Stone Age is variously interpreted as having ...

From eye-catching serums to breakout-fighting masks, we've seen plenty of skin care products and techniques go viral on social media. However, one of the latest trends to take over isn't actually a ...

If you were on social media a few years ago, there’s a good chance you remember the craze of the viral gua sha technique. The de-puffing, facial contouring tool has become a staple in many people’s ...

Gua sha is a technique in traditional East Asian medicine. Some people use it to treat muscle pain and tension, but there is limited research into how well it works. Gua sha aims to move energy, known ...

Omari is a full-fledged believer in the beautifying power of the simple stone. “A gua sha [facial] works on the face’s connective tissue, the facial fascia, which helps lift and release the facial ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Below, Hsu answers common questions about the gua sha and the fundamentals of how to use one.

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. “Does gua sha work?” is one of the most asked after question ...