Traditional Chinese medicine is a rich source of prescriptions that still find a place in modern medical practices. After the Chinese needles gained wide fame in the 1990s as a slimming method, the “gouacha” technique recently appeared as one of the most prominent skin care trends, using special stones in therapeutic massage sessions.
Al -Gawashha is defined as a therapeutic practice of ancient times, whose origins date back to the Stone Age, and it was mentioned in Chinese medicine books during the Ming Dynasty. It is described as smooth stones with soft edges used to massage the skin, in order to relieve stress and pain, and stimulate blood circulation.
The technique of the gouacha is similar to its mechanism with the Arab cupping, as both methods depend on the scraping of the surface of the skin to stimulate the micro -blood capillaries, which helps – according to practitioners – to remove “corrupt blood”. The term “Gwashha” in the Chinese language is divided into two parts: “Gawa”, which refers to bruises resulting from the abrasion, and “Sha”, which symbolizes the stagnation of energy in the body, which this technique seeks to treat.
The difference between Gouacha and Roller
Gwashha is a stone -inspired stone tool, used to gently massage the face and body through light scraping techniques. This technique aims to stimulate blood circulation, stimulate the lymphatic system, and release stagnant energy in the body, which helps reduce stress and improve the appearance of the skin naturally.
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Roller (rotating tool)
Roller is a cosmetic tool designed with rotating stone cylinder (usually from jade or pink quartz), used to massage the face in a soft and regular way. This tool calms the skin, reduces bloating, stimulates blood circulation, is usually used and is cold to enhance the effectiveness of skin care.
According to the Hayley Wood skin care expert, there are some simple differences between Gouacha and Roller, and the choice between them depends greatly on the personal preference of the user.
Roller helps to accurately identify massage trends, and gives a sense of movement organization, which makes it easy to use, especially for beginners.
As for the gouacha, it provides a more liberal and smooth experience, as it gives the user a sense of flow and the correlation of body and skin, which enhances the effectiveness of the results and gives a contemplative and therapeutic character to the care sessions.
Haley asserts that the face of the face and lymph nodes using the gouacha stone is not limited to cosmetics, but it is a kind of self -care, as it contributes to stimulating cells, emptying tension and accumulated waste, which makes the person feel comfortable, and gives the skin a healthy radiance, with every soft stone.
Benefits of gouacha
The Egyptian beauty expert and non -surgical plastic surgeon, Lamia Mohamed, advise to choose the gouacha according to the skin types, and according to the goal we choose to use, Lamia tells Al -Jazeera Net, that one of the benefits of using gouacha is to obtain tight skin and increase collagen secretion, and reduce wrinkles and swelling around the eye, in addition to identifying the chin and jaws area, in addition to many other benefits for the body, which helps the body, which helps the body, which helps On massage, getting rid of the negative energies of the body, healing chronic headaches and colds, and getting rid of joint pain.
Types of gouacha stones and their uses
Cosmetic expert Lamia Mohamed indicates that there are 5 common types of gouacha stones, which differ in their influence and uses according to the natural characteristics of each stone, and the following are the most prominent:
1. Gwashha Green
A cream stone is known for its ability to give dull skin radiance and natural shine, and is used to stimulate blood circulation and improve the freshness of the face.
2. Gwashha Pink quartz
It is characterized by its purified and purifying properties, which makes it ideal for the skin exposed to environmental factors, as it helps to clean the skin from impurities and restore its health and its and its health.
3. Gwashha Ain Al -Nimr
This type is used specifically for body massage, as it helps remove cellulite and stimulate blood circulation in the deep layers of the skin.
4. Gouacha dolphin
Designed with strong protrusions that suit deep muscle massage, making it effective in relieving muscle pain and cramps.
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The appropriate option is for those who wish to maintain previous results from the Gouacha sessions, as it does not make a major change but supports the continuity of improvement.
How do you choose the right oil to massage the skin in the Joachha?
The cosmetic expert Lamia Mohamed confirms that choosing the right oil to massage the skin with the Gouacha is one of the basic factors for achieving effective and rapid results. It shows that some oils are characterized by nice and effective installations, especially for sensitive skin, such as: coconut oil, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, grape seed oil.
Lamia notes that choosing the oil should be suitable for the skin’s needs, for each oil has different properties:
Jojoba oil: Ideal for wrinkles.
Sweet almond oil: Suitable for dry skin that needs deep hydration.
Rose oil: It is recommended for mature skin, especially after the age of 40, as it helps in promoting and regenerating cells.
The best oils to massage the body
When using gouacha to massage the body, Lamia is recommended using oils that have clear therapeutic properties, such as:
olive oil: Effective for therapeutic purposes, such as calming muscles and relieving spasms.
Grape seed oil: It contains anti -inflammatory properties, and the skin absorbs it quickly, making it perfect for deep massage.
How to use the gouacha correctly
To ensure the best results from the use of the gouacha stone, Lamia is recommended to follow specific steps, the most important of which are:
Daily use evening after cleaning the skin well using a suitable “toner”.
An appropriate amount of oil should be applied to the skin as well as on the gouacha stone itself, to reduce friction and avoid irritation of the skin.
Follow the upward trend during the massage, to maintain the cohesion of the skin and avoid sagging.
Massage duration: It is preferable to massage the face for 10 minutes.
After massage: The oil is left on the face for some time to penetrate into the skin, then the excess is removed from it with a clean and dry towel, without the need to wash the face with water directly.