Winter Facial Gua Sha: A Warm Ritual for Circulation and Radiance
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Today, I want to share my winter facial Gua Sha routine — a warm, simple ritual that wakes up both your skin and body. 🌿
Contents
- 1. Why Warmth Matters in Winter
- 2. Preparing the Skin: Oil and Gentle Activation
- 3. Start from the Neck, Not the Face
- 4. Facial Gua Sha Steps
- 5. Finishing Touches
- 6. Why This Works
- 7. References
1. Why Warmth Matters in Winter
Because it’s winter, I always warm my Gua Sha tool in hot water first. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), warmth represents balance — especially for women. Warmth helps blood flow, relaxes muscles, and harmonizes both body and mind. It’s a simple way to prepare your skin and body for deeper circulation during colder months.
2. Preparing the Skin: Oil and Gentle Activation
While the tool warms, take a full dropper of Rose Radiance Facial Oil. Rub your hands to warm it slightly and press it gently onto your face. Starting Gua Sha on dry skin can create friction and irritation. Warmth combined with oil protects the skin barrier and ensures smooth gliding of the tool.
3. Start from the Neck, Not the Face
Begin at your neck. Glide gently from under your ears down to your shoulders, five or six times per side. This opens circulation, relaxes neck muscles, and prepares the skin for the facial steps. Treat your neck as the gateway for lymphatic flow — it sets the tone for the rest of the ritual.
4. Facial Gua Sha Steps
Move to your face — glide upward on your forehead, from brow to temple, under the eyes, along cheekbones and jawline. Keep your pressure light; the tool should glide, not drag. The face has some of the thinnest skin in the body, so gentle treatment is essential. Using Rose Radiance Facial Oil ensures smooth movement while supporting hydration.
5. Finishing Touches
After Gua Sha, mist a cotton pad and gently wipe away excess oil. Finish with Time Frozen Intense Cream Rose & Frankincense to lock in hydration and nutrients. The cream provides deep moisture, anti-aging benefits, and a comforting layer of warmth for winter skin.
6. Why This Works
This ritual isn’t just about looking good — it’s about circulation, lymphatic drainage, and relaxation. Winter slows circulation, and tension can build up in the neck and shoulders. A simple daily practice like this helps your skin glow, reduces puffiness, and can subtly support anti-aging effects over time.
7. References
- Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology: “Facial Massage and Lymphatic Drainage in Skin Health” (2021)
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Texts: Principles of Gua Sha and Blood Qi Flow
- American Academy of Dermatology: “How to Protect Skin Barrier During Massage and Treatments”