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Body Gua Sha vs. Facial Gua Sha

Body Gua Sha vs. Facial Gua Sha

When you think about gua sha, you probably envision a chest-up only situation. And while it’s true that a lot of gua sha techniques focus on the lymphatic drainage and soothing of the facial muscles, you can also impart this same ancient wisdom on other parts of your body as well. In fact, that’s the more traditional way. And since we’re currently in a space where being present is everything, what better time to extend your daily gua sha ritual to your whole body? 
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A Gua Sha Ritual for Immunity

A Gua Sha Ritual for Immunity

The common cold is no fun — but a gua sha ritual for immunity can help! At the first signs of a sore throat, cough, cold, achy muscles, or the flu, whip out your gua sha stone and try this centuries-old technique to flush the system.
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Facial Lymphatic Drainage and Skin Health Q+A With Britta Plug: All Your Questions, Answered

Facial Lymphatic Drainage and Skin Health Q+A With Britta Plug: All Your Questions, Answered

Lymph is part of the immune system. It contains white blood cells that help protect against foreign invaders. In one of Dr. Vodder’s course manuals, he says that a third of all lymph in the body is concentrated in the face, head, and neck. Different sources cite different numbers, but we have about 800 lymph nodes in the body, and of those 300 are in the neck alone! 

The lymph plays an important role in keeping the skin healthy and clear. Here's how facial gua sha can help.

 

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