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Best gua sha wand
Why we love it: Sometimes, a simple gua sha doesn’t quite hit the spot – literally. This nephrite jade wand is perfect for targeting specific areas of the face, especially around the eyes and lips, with accuracy and ease. This is particularly useful if you have acne-prone skin, as you can easily avoid snagging any painful breakouts.
Best jade gua sha and roller set
Why we love it: Use facial rolling tool to cool and soothe, and the gua sha afterwards to sculpt and define. The perfect gift set for someone you love, or yourself, at just under £10 you’ll struggle to find anything we dislike about this product.
What are gua sha stones for?
According to skincare expert and found of The Glass House Salon & Spa Caroline Brooks, gua sha stones are used to perform facial massages that help promote circulation, boost lymphatic drainage and relax facial muscle tension on all skin types. “This technique can reduce the appearance of wrinkles, improve skin texture and tone, and enhance overall complexion,” she shares.
Meanwhile, Katie Brindle, founder of Hayo’u, shares that incorporating gua sha techniques into your daily routine can help stimulate collagen production, which in turn reduces the appearance of fine lines and boosts skin elasticity with minimal side effects. Doing so is relatively easy too – all you need to do is apply your gua sha in long strokes across your facial contours while applying a bit of pressure (but not too much).
By forcing you to concentrate and take your time, gua sha is also believed to be a great form of grounding self-care. “A gua sha is a staple step in my evening routine. It’s perfect for unwinding and de-stressing my skin through daily use,” explains Melusine Tran, founder of ex-beauty e-tailer Kosame Beauty.
Which gua sha stones are most effective?
This all depends on the kind of results you’re looking for. “Rose quartz is better known for its plumping and rejuvenating benefits,” explains makeup artist Saffron Hughes, “It is also a higher quality stone that stays cool during use. Whereas Jade is a softer stone and can encounter wear and tear with repeated use.”
“Generally, you’ll want to avoid low-quality stones that may break and harm your skin,” says Caroline. “Stones that have a rough or uneven surface that may also cause irritation.”
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