Ready to step up your skincare game and enhance your well-being at the same time? We all know wellness and beauty trends come and go, but Gua Sha is here to stay! Using gemstones as facial tools has become an increasingly popular way to add an element of wellness to your beauty routine.

Gemstones have long been believed to possess healing qualities, so it's no surprise that the beauty industry has taken advantage of this and created powerful facial tools. If you have yet to try Gua Sha, we're here to give you a full breakdown of why this technique is a must for your beauty and wellness routine! If you're a Gua Sha aficionado, we've got some great tips and tricks to get the most out of your Gua Sha sessions.

What is Gua Sha?

Gua sha is an ancient practice in traditional Chinese medicine to promote wellness and relaxation. Practitioners of Gua Sha use a flat-edged tool to scrape or press along the skin, releasing tension, detoxifying and encouraging lymphatic drainage.

Why it matters

Inflammation is often the culprit of chronic pain and other ailments. Gua Sha can help with minimizing muscle tension, depuffing, and sculpting the face sans fillers, plus it’s very achievable at-home.

The Salt By Hendrix Rose Quartz

Gua Sha facial tool is a must-have for anyone looking to enhance their skincare routine. This unique Gua Sha facial tool is made from rose quartz, a precious gemstone known for its healing properties. Its flat-edged design ensures you get the most out of your Gua Sha session by helping lift and tone the skin and improve circulation.

How to use Your Salt By Hendrix Rose Quartz Gua Sha Facial Tool

1. Before using the Salt By Hendrix Rose Quartz Gua Sha, ensure your skin is freshly cleansed. This will help remove any dirt or impurities that could potentially spread bacteria on the skin or clog up the gemstone edges

2. Take a few drops of your favorite facial oil and massage it into your face and neck in an upward, circular motion

3. Begin gently pressing the Gua Sha tool against your skin with a light but firm pressure. You can start at the base of your neck with upwards sweeps to the jawline. Make sure to take your time and move slowly in order to achieve maximum results

4. Then, work on the cheeks starting in the centre of the face and gliding out towards the ears. Make sure your pressure is super light around the eye area

5. Once you've worked your way up to the forehead, use sweeping motions across the brows to help reduce puffiness and relieve tension

6. Finish by lightly pressing the Gua Sha tool against the temples and brow bones for a calming effec

7. After you've finished your session using the Salt By Hendrix Rose Quartz Gua Sha facial tool, clean it with gentle soap and water and store it safely

Salt By Hendrix Gel Cleanser

The first step of a successful Gua Sha session is ensuring the skin is perfectly cleansed! This gentle foaming cleanser from Salt By Hendrix is perfect for anyone looking to keep their skin clean and clear. It contains a blend of natural botanical extracts, including rosehip, lavender, chamomile and aloe vera, to deeply nourish and protect the skin while removing dirt, oil and impurities. Use this cleanser before the Gua Sha facial tool for a complete wellness experience!

Salt By Hendrix Mermaid Oil

It's an excellent companion to the Salt By Hendrix Rose Quartz Gua Sha facial tool and perfect for anyone looking to take their gua sha routine up a notch! As well as having possibly the coolest name ever, this best-selling facial oil from Salt By Hendrix is made from 100% plant-based ingredients and helps nourish, protect, and hydrate the skin. The formula includes jojoba oil, rosehip oil, camellia seed oil and sea algae extract helps to improve the appearance of wrinkles, blemishes and other signs of ageing for a brighter, more youthful-looking complexion. This fantastic oil also helps your skin to retain moisture and provides natural protection from environmental aggressors.

Salt By Hendrix Eye Babe

This eye treatment from Salt By Hendrix is packed with natural ingredients that help to brighten, firm and hydrate the delicate skin around the eyes. Its blend of natural butters, waxes and oils nourishes the eye area, while its unique combination of caffeine and green tea helps to reduce puffiness and dark circles. Use Eye Babe Salt before your Gua Sha facial tool for the best possible results!

In conclusion, gua sha is a traditional Chinese skincare technique that offers a range of benefits when used correctly.

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