Specifications
Stainless Steel Roller and Gua Sha Combo includes
• 1 x Facial Roller: 14.5cm length
• 1 x Gua Sha: 7 x 7 x 6cm
Effects
Gua Sha focuses on muscle tension relief and deeper tissue stimulation, whereas facial rollers primarily promote circulation, lymphatic drainage, and product absorption on the skin's surface.
Facial Roller
Tool
Facial rollers typically have a handle with one or two smooth, rounded gemstone heads, such as jade, rose quartz, or amethyst. The rollers are designed to roll over the skin.
Technique
Facial rollers are rolled over the skin in gentle, upward motions. They are used to massage the face, promoting circulation and enhancing product absorption.
Purpose
Facial rollers are used to reduce puffiness, improve circulation, and promote lymphatic drainage specifically in the facial area. They are often used as part of a skincare routine to enhance the effectiveness of serums, oils, and moisturizers.
Benefits
The cooling effect of facial rollers can help depuff the eyes and face, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles temporarily, and provide a relaxing facial massage. Different gemstones used in facial rollers are believed to have specific properties that benefit the skin, such as soothing and calming effects (e.g., rose quartz) or stimulating energy flow (e.g., jade).
Gua Sha
Tool
Gua Sha tools are typically flat and smooth-edged, often made from jade, rose quartz, obsidian, amethyst or Stainless Steel. The edges are used to gently scrape the skin.
Technique
Gua Sha involves scraping or gliding the tool over the skin in upward motions with medium pressure. This technique aims to stimulate circulation, release muscle tension, and promote lymphatic drainage.
Purpose
Gua Sha is primarily used to alleviate muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and improve blood flow. It is commonly used not only on the face but also on other parts of the body to treat various ailments.
Benefits
It can help improve skin tone and texture, reduce puffiness, and enhance the absorption of skincare products. Gua Sha is also believed to have therapeutic effects beyond skincare, such as improving overall well-being.
