Gua Sha: anti-aging therapy for your body

Are you one of the women who likes to look beautiful and well cared for, especially when age begins to show? So, you have to know the Gua Sha .

It is one of the "antiaging" tools most used by artists, models and influencers because it helps them to have revitalized, detoxified and firmer skin.

So, if you want to attract looks and comments of admiration for how your body looks, we tell you what Gua Sha is all about and how to use it to see the changes as soon as possible.

What is Gua Sha and what is it used for?

It is a flat stone (jade, marble or quartz) with which you can perform facial and body massages from your home, without effort or spending much.

Thanks to its design you can massage specific areas of the face and body that are sometimes neglected.

Experts say that Gua Sha tones and reaffirms, so it combats flaccid skin. In addition, it reduces inflammation, brightens, reduces wrinkles, spots, dark circles, everything that is fluid retention , stimulates cell activity, collagen and elastin production.

Gua Sha 's scraping motion can also break up some fat buildups that cause cellulite and love handles in your problem areas. And it is that since the fat is not trapped, it is easier to get rid of it and achieve a slimming effect.

How Gua Sha is applied to the body

Although it is known more for its effects on the face, Gua Sha is perfect for pampering and improving the appearance of your body.

Your legs, arms and abdomen will look much better because it provides muscle firmness. And since it helps to drain liquids, it will be the ideal complement to your anti-cellulite routine.

You'll also love how your back looks because it relaxes your muscles and releases any built-up tension.

Use it this way to make it work for you:

• The V shape is used to firm up the arms and legs.
• The protruding tip has an acupressure effect that helps eliminate toxins, relax nerves, and stimulate the lymphatic system.
• The U shape on its sides contours any area of ​​the body.

For a Wow! Apply specific body oils against cellulite due to fluid retention . Or if you prefer, a moisturizing almond, coconut or other oil that you like.

TRICK: cool the stone in the freezer a few minutes before starting to enhance the massage.

Does Gua Sha have side effects?

Not at all! When you finish your massage, your skin may be a little red, but it will go away in a few minutes, so don't worry.

Please don't press the stone too much because you may hurt yourself. Remember that using more force is not synonymous with better results.

Also, avoid areas where bones predominate and decrease pressure if you have spider veins or varicose veins.

Remember that to obtain optimal results, there is nothing like having healthy habits.