Should facial muscle manipulation (facial Guasha) be done once a week or once a month?
May 08, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Lu
Introduction
Facial Gua Sha is generally recommended once a month, as performing it too frequently may damage the skin's stratum corneum. Facial Gua Sha can accelerate skin metabolism and promote the removal of accumulated metabolic waste and toxins in facial meridians, thereby achieving skin whitening and lightening of pigmentation, resulting in a rosy and radiant complexion. Additionally, facial Gua Sha can enhance facial contour definition.
Facial meridian adjustment is generally recommended once a month, as performing it too frequently may damage the skin's stratum corneum.
Facial meridian adjustment is a beauty and skincare method that involves massaging and stimulating specific meridians and acupoints on the face. It aims to promote facial blood circulation, improve skin metabolism, tighten the skin, achieve skin whitening and fade pigmentation, resulting in a rosy and radiant complexion. This technique can also enhance facial contours and effectively prevent facial sagging. However, it should not be performed excessively—once a month is usually sufficient.
Overly frequent sessions may damage the facial stratum corneum, cause local soft tissue injury, trigger aseptic inflammation, and increase discomfort. When undergoing meridian adjustment, it's important to follow professional guidance. The techniques and pressure applied should be moderate; excessive force should be avoided to prevent worsening soft tissue damage.
In daily life, it's essential to maintain healthy habits, avoid overexertion, and refrain from intense physical activity to prevent bodily discomfort. Keeping the skin clean and hygienic also contributes to overall skin health.
