Bloom - Porcelain Gua Sha
Elevate your self-care routine with a beautiful handmade porcelain Gua Sha tool, crafted in collaboration with local artist Adriana Lemus. This specific tool was designed with climbers in mind, perfect for sore forearms and shoulders. Each piece is uniquely hand shaped, reflecting dedication to creating functional art. Lovingly designed for use in both facial and body work, our Gua Sha tools make a perfect addition to any wellness collection.
Uses for Facial and Body Work:
This porcelain Gua Sha is ideal for stimulating circulation, promoting lymphatic drainage, and enhancing skin elasticity. Use it regularly to reduce puffiness, smooth out fine lines, and encourage a healthy, glowing complexion.
Facial Use:
Start with a clean face and apply your favorite facial oil or serum. ( we love our Everything oil for this)
Use the curves in the tool to echo your face shape.
Gently glide the Gua Sha along your jawline, cheeks, forehead, and neck in upward, outward strokes to promote blood flow and release tension.
Hold the tool at an angle almost flush to your body pulling it along instead of at 90 degrees.
Focus on areas of tension, like the jawline and forehead, for a soothing massage.
Body Use:
Apply a body oil or lotion to your skin and use the Gua Sha on larger areas such as your shoulders, arms, back, and thighs.
Use longer strokes to increase circulation and help ease muscle tension, or focus on problem areas with gentle pressure to relieve tightness.
How To Use:
Prep Your Skin: Apply a nourishing oil, or serum to your face or body to allow for smooth gliding.
Gentle Pressure: Hold the Gua Sha at a 15–30 degree angle against your skin and apply gentle pressure.
Glide in Strokes: For the face, use upward and outward strokes. For the body, use long strokes with the natural curves of your body.
Repeat: Perform the routine for 5-10 minutes daily to experience the full benefits of increased circulation, reduced puffiness, and improved skin tone.
Care Instructions: After each use, rinse with warm water and mild soap and dry gently with a soft cloth. Store in a safe place to avoid any chips or cracks.
Explore more of Adriana Lemus’ work here: Adriana Lemus Ceramics
Bring the healing art of Gua Sha into your daily practice and experience the blend of beauty, craftsmanship, and wellness with each stroke.
Elevate your self-care routine with a beautiful handmade porcelain Gua Sha tool, crafted in collaboration with local artist Adriana Lemus. This specific tool was designed with climbers in mind, perfect for sore forearms and shoulders. Each piece is uniquely hand shaped, reflecting dedication to creating functional art. Lovingly designed for use in both facial and body work, our Gua Sha tools make a perfect addition to any wellness collection.
Uses for Facial and Body Work:
This porcelain Gua Sha is ideal for stimulating circulation, promoting lymphatic drainage, and enhancing skin elasticity. Use it regularly to reduce puffiness, smooth out fine lines, and encourage a healthy, glowing complexion.
Facial Use:
Start with a clean face and apply your favorite facial oil or serum. ( we love our Everything oil for this)
Use the curves in the tool to echo your face shape.
Gently glide the Gua Sha along your jawline, cheeks, forehead, and neck in upward, outward strokes to promote blood flow and release tension.
Hold the tool at an angle almost flush to your body pulling it along instead of at 90 degrees.
Focus on areas of tension, like the jawline and forehead, for a soothing massage.
Body Use:
Apply a body oil or lotion to your skin and use the Gua Sha on larger areas such as your shoulders, arms, back, and thighs.
Use longer strokes to increase circulation and help ease muscle tension, or focus on problem areas with gentle pressure to relieve tightness.
How To Use:
Prep Your Skin: Apply a nourishing oil, or serum to your face or body to allow for smooth gliding.
Gentle Pressure: Hold the Gua Sha at a 15–30 degree angle against your skin and apply gentle pressure.
Glide in Strokes: For the face, use upward and outward strokes. For the body, use long strokes with the natural curves of your body.
Repeat: Perform the routine for 5-10 minutes daily to experience the full benefits of increased circulation, reduced puffiness, and improved skin tone.
Care Instructions: After each use, rinse with warm water and mild soap and dry gently with a soft cloth. Store in a safe place to avoid any chips or cracks.
Explore more of Adriana Lemus’ work here: Adriana Lemus Ceramics
Bring the healing art of Gua Sha into your daily practice and experience the blend of beauty, craftsmanship, and wellness with each stroke.
The History and Culture of Gua Sha
Gua Sha is an ancient healing practice that dates back over 2,000 years in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The term "Gua" means "to scrape" and "Sha" refers to the redness or raised bumps that appear on the skin after the technique is applied. Originally, it was used to treat a variety of ailments, from fevers and colds to chronic pain and muscle tension, by stimulating blood flow and promoting the body’s natural healing processes.
The practice involves using a smooth-edged tool, traditionally made of jade, horn, or bone, to scrape the skin in specific patterns. Over time, the benefits of Gua Sha extended beyond just treating illness and became a popular part of daily self-care rituals for improving circulation, boosting energy, and promoting a youthful appearance.
In modern times, Gua Sha has evolved into a widely embraced wellness practice, particularly for facial treatments. People now use it to reduce puffiness, enhance skin tone, and relieve facial tension. It has gained international recognition, with beauty and wellness enthusiasts around the world incorporating it into their daily routines, often using tools made from materials like jade, rose quartz, and porcelain.
Today, Gua Sha is celebrated not only for its ancient healing roots but also as a tool for self-care, relaxation, and rejuvenation, blending traditional practices with contemporary wellness trends.
