Technique of the massage for the face "Guasha"

Trying to preserve the beauty and youthfulness of their skin, the beautiful half of humanity is ready to apply all kinds of procedures and manipulations. Moreover, these are not only recently created salon procedures, but also known from ancient times, passed down from generation to generation, but from this no less effective. One of these procedures is the Guasha facial massage. The birthplace of this massage is China. Ladies from around the world have long been using Chinese beauty recipes, as well as care products, as they are highly effective.

The described procedure of Chinese massage refers to lymphatic drainage manipulations. Lymphatic drainage is a series of procedures aimed at accelerating the movement of lymph, which is stagnant. A similar effect is achieved by acting on the vessels and lymph nodes. The purpose of this system is to remove all unnecessary and hazardous waste for humans, such as viruses, toxins and debris from cells. Malfunctions of the lymphatic system lead to the accumulation of substances hazardous to the body and intoxication.

Such a problem may be indicated by such manifestations as:

• unhealthy, gray complexion;
• fast fatiguability;
• swelling;
• prostration;
• headache.

As you know, the human body consists of a huge amount of water, which is contained both in the cells themselves and in the space between them. In the intercellular space, fluid is prone to accumulation, which can contribute to the pathological conditions of a person.Lymphatic drainage can effectively remove excess fluid from the intercellular space, which has an extremely positive effect on human health and directly on its appearance.

Massage "Guasha" has such a name for a reason. It combines the Chinese characters gua and sha. "Gua" translates as "scraping motion", "sha" - "disease, bad condition." "Guasha" symbolizes, as it were, scraping off the disease, as well as skin imperfections, noticeably transforming it.

The Guasha massage is performed with a special scraper. Such scrapers come in completely different shapes and sizes, are made from different materials, and are used depending on the area of ​​the skin of the face or body. Outwardly, as a rule, they are a flat plate or a spoon, they can have various curved edges, the curvature of which can be very different, there can also be projections or teeth.

There are several groups of these scrapers, they include:

• fish scrapers - used to massage the skin of the face;
• scrapers-combs - used to massage the scalp;
• triangular scrapers - used to massage the limbs and neck area;
• square scrapers are chosen for back massage.

The material from which they are made is of great importance when choosing instruments for such massage. Materials can be very different. So, scrapers are made from jade, jasper, agate, copper, brass, sometimes even from animal horns or modern plastic.

I would like to separately note the jade scrapers, since since ancient times in China this stone was considered almost a sacred stone. Jade products were incredibly popular, since the properties of this stone were considered almost magical, capable of healing many ailments. In ancient China, this stone was a symbol of the Earth, Heaven, Eternity. They carried it with them in the form of amulets, decorated houses with figurines made of this stone, and even consumed it in a crushed form for food.

Scrapers made of jasper are also quite popular, as this stone is characterized by blood-purifying and hemostatic qualities. Agate has a number of other positive effects on humans. It has long been believed that agate can affect any human chakra, depending on the color of the stone.

Thus, it is obvious that it is advisable to choose the instrument for the Guasha massage from natural stone, however, if this is not possible, ordinary plastic can also be used - this does not mean at all that the massage will not bring results.

For home use, even the most common remedies can be suitable in the form of:

• coins;
• can lids;
• ceramic products.

The most popular are the three main massage techniques in question. Let's take a closer look at each of them.

The first place in demand is taken by the "36 movements" technique. Its popularity lies, first of all, in the fact that it can be used by owners of any type of facial skin.

However, the most obvious indications for such a massage may be:

• dryness;
• peeling;
• the presence of an earthy skin tone;
• lack of moderate natural oily sheen.

Massage "36 movements":

• activates skin cells;
• fills the epidermis with essential nutrients;
• affects the metabolic process in cells;
• slows down the process of skin aging;
• smoothes fine wrinkles.

There is another type of massage "Guasha", the technique of which is called "Magic of Youth". The name itself suggests that this massage technique is intended for more mature facial skin requiring a lifting effect.

Massage allows:

• smooth out fine wrinkles;
• make deep ones less noticeable;
• improve skin tone and complexion;
• fill the skin cells with the necessary substances.

"Enchanting Eyes" is the name of the next scraping massage technique. This technique is aimed at working out a very delicate area of ​​the face - the skin around the eyes.

This procedure will help dry skin:

• find the necessary moisture;
• smooth mimic wrinkles;
• improve the overall tone of the delicate skin around the eyes.

Procedure methods:

1. "Se-gua" - the pressure during the massage should be strong, and the movements occur quickly.
2. "Bu-gua" - performed with low pressure, slow movements.
3. "Pin-bu pin-se" - massage is carried out with smooth movements at an intensive pace.

The chosen technique depends on the area being massaged. So, for the body, more intensive methods with a more coarse effect are used, for the face, a gentle, smooth treatment is needed - the pressure should be minimal, especially in such delicate and delicate areas as the area around the eyes and lips. The scraper should move strictly along the prescribed massage lines on the face.

There are also three types of Guasha face massage. One of them is diagnostic massage, its task is to identify diseases and ailments in the body. Cosmetic massage takes care of the solution of aesthetic problems. Rejuvenation, improvement of skin color and condition, getting rid of minor inflammations or acne, fighting age spots, lifting - these are all the tasks of cosmetic massage. Therapeutic massage is aimed at preventing various diseases. It is carried out on all parts of the body, focusing on the parts that are prone to ailments.

Before starting the procedure, the skin must be prepared. To do this, it must be thoroughly cleaned and wiped dry. Hands also need to be treated with an antiseptic, just like the massage scrapers themselves.

The next step is to apply massage oil to your face. The variety of oils suitable for this massage is enormous.

So, it works great:

• grape seed oil;
• almond oil;
• ylang-ylang oil;
• olive;
• coconut;
• orange;
• chamomile oil;
• corn;
• cocoa butter;
• sunflower;
• tangerine;
• jojoba oil.

The choice of oil depends on your skin type and the desired effect. For example, grape seed oil effectively fights skin aging, helps to maintain its elasticity, moisturizes and nourishes well. It is recommended to use it at the first signs of skin aging, when it is just beginning to fade. Almond oil, although it can be used for all skin types, is recommended for already aging skin.It perfectly fights against aging processes, moisturizes well, and also protects the skin from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. Ylang-ylang oil is recommended for problem skin. It is able to regulate the work of the sebaceous glands and is excellent at fighting acne.

After cleansing the skin and choosing the oil, you can start the massage. To do this, you need to sit down, then knead your hands and rub them until you feel warm. At a measured pace, calmly repeat each exercise ten times.

This massage is done in many salons, you can also do it yourself at home.

1. They put their palms on the face and blink in this position, rotating their eyes.
2. The eyes are closed with the base of the palms. The pressure must be maintained for 10 seconds, then a repetition is made after a few seconds.
3. Thumbs are placed on the inner corners of the eyes and press lightly. Withstand under light pressure for 5 seconds, after a pause, repeat.
4. With different strengths, the fingertips are patted on the cheek area.
5. The chin is pushed forward, while trying to cover the upper lip with the lower lip. Use your fingers to press on the area under the chin.
6. With the middle fingers, massage the area of ​​the auricles from top to bottom, to the earlobes.

Contraindications against the procedure:

• pregnancy;
• the presence of damage to the skin, especially open wounds;
• the first days of menstruation;
• allergies;
• high blood pressure;
• dermatological infections.

See the following video for a master class on facial massage "Guasha".