Gua Sha

1. Prepare Your Skin

• Cleanse: Start with a clean face. Gently cleanse your skin to remove any dirt, oil, or makeup.
• Apply Facial Oil or Serum: Apply a few drops of your favourite Blumáin facial oil or serum (such as the Hyaluronic Acid & Multi Vitamin Face Serum or the Neroli & Bakuchiol Elixir). This creates a smooth surface for the gua sha to glide over and helps the tool move effortlessly across your skin.

2. Hold the Gua Sha Tool Correctly

• Angle: Hold the Blumáin gua sha tool at a 15-degree angle to your skin. The tool should be almost flat against your face, with the curved side touching your skin.

3. Begin with Your Neck

• Stroke Upwards: Start at the base of your neck and gently glide the gua sha upwards towards your jawline. Use firm but gentle pressure.
• Repeat: Perform each stroke 3-5 times on each side of the neck, always moving upwards.

4. Move to the Jawline and Chin

• Jawline: Place the gua sha at the centre of your chin and move it along your jawline towards the earlobe. This helps to define the jawline and relieve tension.
• Chin: For the chin, use the tool’s curved edge and glide it upwards from the middle of your chin towards your earlobe.
• Repeat: Repeat each stroke 3-5 times on both sides.

5. Sculpt Your Cheeks

• Cheekbones: Position the gua sha just beside your nose and move it outwards along your cheekbones towards your ear. This lifts and sculpts the cheek area.
• Repeat: Perform this motion 3-5 times on each side.

6. Focus on the Under-Eye Area

• Gentle Strokes: Use the gua sha’s rounded edge and apply it gently under your eyes. Glide from the inner corner of the eye outwards towards the temple. This helps reduce puffiness and dark circles.
• Light Pressure: Use very light pressure in this delicate area to avoid irritation.
• Repeat: Repeat this stroke 3-5 times on each side.

7. Smooth the Forehead

• Forehead Centre: Begin in the middle of your forehead, just above your eyebrows, and move the gua sha outwards towards your hairline.
• Temple: For the temple area, sweep the tool from the centre of your forehead outwards.
• Repeat: Perform each stroke 3-5 times on each side.

8. Finish with the Brow Bone

• Brow Bone: Glide the gua sha along your brow bone, starting from the inner brow and moving towards the temple. This helps to lift and define the brows.
• Repeat: Repeat 3-5 times on each side.

9. Clean Your Gua Sha

• Wash: After use, wash your Blumáin gua sha tool with mild soap and warm water to remove any residual product or bacteria.
• Dry: Pat it dry with a clean towel and store it in a safe, dry place.

10. Frequency of Use

• Routine: For best results, use your Blumáin gua sha 3-4 times a week as part of your skincare routine. You can also use it daily for enhanced benefits.

By following these steps, you can maximise the benefits of the Blumáin gua sha, promoting healthy circulation, reducing puffiness, and relieving facial tension, leaving your skin looking refreshed and radiant.