If you’ve scrolled TikTok recently, you’ve probably seen a ton of folks rubbing their faces with funky-shaped stones. And if you’ve subsequently wondered what the heck they’re doing, well, they’re ...

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If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Gua sha, pronounced gwa sha, is a facial treatment based on ...

When stress, anxiety or chronic pain strikes, some people are turning to the ancient healing technique of gua sha for relief. Also known as “skin scraping” or “scraping therapy,” it’s used to soothe ...

Gua sha (pronouced "gwa-shah") is an East Asian healing technique. A trained professional uses a small, smooth-edged tool to firmly stroke your skin in one direction. This can help improve blood flow ...

Gua sha, or skin scraping therapy, is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that releases pressure in the face. It can help with conditions such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. TMJ ...

Gua sha is a technique in traditional East Asian medicine. Some people use it to treat muscle pain and tension, but there is limited research into how well it works. Gua sha aims to move energy, known ...

Experts explain everything to know about gua sha. Many beauty trends are born on social media platforms such as TikTok, and if you've scrolled lately, you've probably noticed some form of gua sha.

It's all over TikTok: gua sha. In videos that are surging in popularity, people are seen gliding a smooth, stone tool across their faces and then relishing in the outcome. The effects show a range of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Improper gua sha use can trigger breakouts—especially in acne-prone or sensitive skin—due to poor tool ...

It's the common denominator among Instagram flat lays, fancy facials, and traditional Chinese medicine: it's Gua sha. The centuries-old practice of "scraping" the skin to relieve tension and boost ...