Slim Down Your Face with Gua Sha

Using Gua Sha Massage Techniques 

When it comes to beauty, we do tend to splurge a little (or a lot) when it comes to optimising our skincare regime with various beauty tools or gadgets on the market. You've probably seen the popular ones, like electronic facial devices, blackhead suckers, or using pretty tools like natural crystal "Gua Sha" to slim down your face. But does it really work?

how 'Gua Sha' can benefit you

"Gua Sha" is an age-old technique that uses a facial massage tool (wood, crystals, etc.) to massage the face. The massage strokes are not only therapeutic; they're said to help relieve water retention, reduce under-eye puffiness, soften fine lines, firm the skin, and lift it. These effects may be temporary, but with regular use at least 2–3 times a week combined with a lifting or firming serum or cream, you can reach your V-shape goals. All thanks to the lymphatic drainage techniques! 

It is recommended to use oil- or water-based skincare products with gentle pressure to avoid damaging your skin or hurting yourself.

BTW, you can't just swipe the guasha tool across your face. Google "facial gua sa massage" and you'll be able to find many facial lymphatic drainage massage technique steps online to help you get started. Here are some examples from us below!

'Gua Sha' Facial Massage Chart

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Are you ready to start your first gua sha session at home? At Althea, we have a Korean brand called Rose de Jardin that carries natural, real crystals and gemstones just for this purpose! They can take the shape of a hand-held roller, angel wing, sea-horse or a heart. Rest assured that each shape has its benefits. If you're a crystal lover, you're in for a surprise because they carry more than one type of crystal for you to choose from.

Here are our recommendations to manifest that V-shape from Rose De Jardin on Althea.

1. Strawberry Gua Sha
The Heart-shaped Hand-held Gua Sha in the ROSE DE JARDIN version, perfect for jawline care and local acupressure. This premium tool is made from high-end quality rose quartz gemstones, carefully extracted to provide you with the best results. Say goodbye to swelling quickly, even when you're on the go.

Available in Rose Quartz, White Jade, Black Obsidian and Green Aventurine.

2. Cloud PRO Gua Sha

Jardin's Cloud Pro guasha is made from pure gemstone (Green Aventurine and Black Obsidian) and is inspired by traditional Asian massage techniques. Designed to provide a deep and intense massage, the CLOUD PRO is larger than a typical guasha and boasts twice the thickness. This allows for better pressure and control, making it an ideal choice for massaging the whole body.

Available in Green Aventurine and Black Obsidian.

3. Angel Wing Gua Sha
Massage your way to a better, more holistic lifestyle with the Rose Quartz Angel Wing. Made from 100% natural Brazilian rose quartz, this uniquely shaped gua sha massager uses pressure points to help improve circulation and soothe stress. Use it on both your face and body for a holistic experience that’ll help your beauty shine from within.

Available in White Jade and Rose Quartz.

4. Rose Quartz Face Roller
Treat your skin right with the luxury it deserves! JARDIN Rose Quartz Face Roller is a dual-ended face massager that's made from 100% natural Brazilian gemstone. It helps to improve blood circulation, encouraging collagen synthesis while simultaneously soothing the skin with a cool sensation. Use with your favorite skincare product, and your complexion will be left feeling plump, relaxed and smooth.

5. Opalite Ocean Guasha Set
The Ocean Set, which contains The Dolphin Gua Sha and The Seahorse Gua Sha, can be used to massage the entire body. The Dolphin can be used for larger, more generous areas on the body, and The Seahorse can be used to target more detailed areas on the face.

6. Romance Heart Gua Sha Rose Quartz
A compact gua sha romance heart designed with love, the meaning of rose quartz crystal, as an object. It is designed in a curved shape so even beginners can use it easily. ROSE DE JARDIN Signature Gua Sha polished by selecting only A-grade excellent rose quartz.

Recommended area: All areas that require massage can be treated.

Available at our global store us.althea.kr, with shipping to over 200 countries around the world. If you're from Malaysia, Singapore, or the Philippines, or just select your country store from the top right menu on the website to shop, these stores have competitive prices you'll love! Shipping from Korea to your door takes 1-2 weeks.