How often should facial gua sha be performed?
Disease description:
I just had a facial gua sha a few days ago, but I'm already feeling like doing it again recently. So I'm wondering, how often should one perform facial gua sha?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
It's best to perform facial gua sha once every 5 to 7 days, with a maximum of twice per week. Facial skin is very delicate and should not be scraped daily. To avoid excessive irritation, after each session, it's recommended to apply a warm towel compress to soothe the skin and reduce stimulation. Skin repair after gua sha takes time; healthy facial skin typically requires about four weeks to fully recover from cellular damage. Therefore, it's advisable not to perform gua sha too frequently.
