This is THE new anti-aging beauty trend! Gua Sha, a massage technique from traditional Chinese medicine, sculpts the face, smooths wrinkles and fine lines, and even has anti-blemish properties.
These massage stones are generally made from natural stones: jade, rose quartz... At Graine de Pastel, we have chosen local production using ceramics.
We break down the characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages to help you make your choice.
Ceramics
Ceramic Gua Sha is a beauty tool that combines the benefits of traditional Chinese Gua Sha with the properties of ceramics. Here are some specific benefits of ceramic Gua Sha for the skin:
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Natural cooling: ceramics naturally stay cool, which feels pleasant on the skin, especially to reduce under-eye puffiness or soothe irritated skin. Indeed, ceramic Gua Sha helps reduce skin inflammation, calming redness and irritation.
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Durability: ceramics are a durable and resistant material, meaning a ceramic beauty tool can have a long lifespan.
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Hygiene: ceramics are relatively easy to clean and disinfect, making them a good choice for hygiene.
Quartz:
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Crystal energy: some users believe that quartz, especially rose quartz, has beneficial energetic properties for the skin and overall well-being.
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Color variations: quartz comes in a variety of colors, which can make the beauty tool more aesthetically appealing.
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Smooth glide: quartz has a smooth surface that can easily glide over the skin, which is appreciated when using facial massage techniques.
It is important to note that the effectiveness of the tool largely depends on how it is used, the massage techniques applied, and consistency of use. Some people prefer the natural cooling of ceramics, while others favor the supposed energetic properties of quartz.
