Facial Guasha Massage

What is guasha massage?

If you missed the boat and have know idea what this strange word means guasha 刮痧 (guāshā - pronounced gwah-shah), literally translating to "scrape sand", involves dragging a smooth, flat, hand-held scraping tool along the skin. Sounds scary? It isn’t!

In Chinese medicine, guasha has many benefits; typically used to alleviate acute or chronic musculoskeletal pain, relieve certain illnesses (such as upper respiratory illnesses), improve circulation, reduce inflammation, support the immune system, and release tension areas where the movement is restricted. It was also used for beautifying purposes like de-puffing and lifting skin.

What to expect during your treatment session?

To prepare you for your treatment, Kristy will put oil on your face. She will then use the stone-like gua sha massage tool to move across your face and neck in long, downward strokes.

At first, she'll gently use the tool on your skin. Gradually, add more pressure to the strokes. She’ll only apply as much pressure as you’re comfortable with.

This process is believed to help blood flow and create a “lifting” effect on your skin, which some say may help lessen toxins in your body and promote healing.

What are the benefits of Guasha massage?

Guasha facial massage treatment benefits you by:

  • softens fine lines and wrinkles

  • promotes circulation and increases micro-circulation

  • promotes lymphatic drainage and detoxification

  • sculpts facial structure

  • boosts skin elasticity

  • reduces inflammation and puffiness

  • removes dark circles

  • brightens complexion

  • enhances a youthful look and feel

  • promotes overall skin health

Book a Facial Guasha Massage appointment with Anna.

Welcome and thank you for booking an appointment with one of our subcontractors at Thornbury Apothecary. All treatments and services are located at 754A High Street, Thornbury 3071. Please select the service or treatment and book in a time with one of our subcontractors.

**Please note there are 24hr cancellation fees of $53.20 for treatments and services which are NON-REFUNDABLE **