The Benefits Of Face Yoga and Gua Sha For Healthy And Youthful Skin

While it’s incredibly important to work on the health of our bodies, it’s equally important to remember to address the health and wellness of our faces and skin. In today’s blog post we’re going to cover all of the benefits and reasons for facial self-care using effective methods like face yoga, gua sha, and face oils.

How can we ensure that we are giving the right attention to our faces? 

Two of the most effective ways to maintain healthy and youthful skin is by incorporating face yoga and gua sha massage with face oils into your daily skin care regimen.

These skin fitness practices can be added into your daily skincare routine in several ways such as:

1. Face Yoga: Face yoga exercises can be done in the morning or evening, as part of your daily skincare routine. They can be done for a few minutes each time to address different parts of your face. Online platforms like Instagram and YouTube offer a variety of instructional videos that allow you to find the face yoga moves and routines that work best for you and your schedule.

2. Gua Sha: Gua sha massage can also be done in the morning or evening, after cleansing and before applying moisturizer or other skincare products. The massage should be done with gentle, upward strokes, focusing on areas of concern such as the jawline, cheeks and under the eyes. As with face yoga, you can find a wide range of instructional videos online that will help you incorporate the gua sha massages that work best for your face shape and skin care concerns.

Can we use face yoga and gua sha together?

Incorporating face yoga and gua sha together can be very beneficial. You can start with face yoga exercises then follow with your gua sha massage. This way you are targeting the muscles and the circulation in the face in one routine. 

What are the benefits of using face yoga in your daily life?

Face yoga is a form of exercise that involves using specific facial muscle movements to tone and firm the skin. It is believed to have several benefits, including:

-Improving blood flow: The movements of face yoga can help to increase blood flow to the face, which can bring oxygen and nutrients to the skin cells and help nourish and revitalize the skin for a more radiant and glowy effect.

-Reducing wrinkles: By toning and firming the facial muscles, face yoga can help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

-Enhancing skin elasticity: The movements of face yoga can help to improve the elasticity of the skin, which can make it appear more youthful and plump.

-Relaxing the mind: Practicing face yoga can also be a form of relaxation and stress management, which can have a positive impact on overall well-being and skin health.

-Improving muscle tone: The repetitive movements of face yoga help to tone and strengthen the facial muscles, which can lead to a more defined and lifted appearance.

What about the benefits of using gua sha in our skin care routines?

Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese tool that is used to massage the face and promote circulation. Like face yoga, massaging your face with this tool has many benefits which include:

-Stimulating lymphatic drainage: Using a gua sha for facial massage  can help to stimulate lymphatic drainage in the face. The lymphatic system is responsible for removing waste and toxins from the body, and when it is not functioning properly, it can lead to puffiness, inflammation, and other skin issues. Gua sha works by using gentle, upward strokes to massage the skin and stimulate the lymphatic vessels. This can help to move lymphatic fluid and waste products out of the face and into the lymph nodes where they can be processed and eliminated. 

-It is designed to target the contours of the face: Massaging with gua sha can help contour and define the different areas of your face such as your cheekbones, under the eyes, forehead, and jawline.

-Improving blood flow and collagen production: Gua sha can also help to improve blood flow to the face bringing oxygen and nutrients to the skin cells and helping in the production of collagen.

Are there benefits to using face oils during gua sha?

Yes! Using face oils with gua sha can enhance the benefits of the massage by providing additional nourishment and hydration to the skin. Some of the  most notable benefits include:

-Moisturizing: Face oils are typically rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and other beneficial ingredients that can help to moisturize and hydrate the skin. When used in combination with gua sha, the oils can help to lock in moisture and keep skin feeling soft and supple.

-Nourishing: Many face oils contain antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that can help to nourish the skin and provide it with the nutrients it needs to stay healthy.

-Helping the tool glide smoothly: The oils can also make the gua sha tool glide smoothly over the skin, reducing friction, and making the massage more comfortable and effective.

-Enhancing absorption: The oils can also help to enhance the absorption of other skincare products that are applied after the massage, such as serums and moisturizers.

-Customizable: Different oils have different properties, and choosing the right oil to suit your skin type can enhance the benefits of the massage. Some of the most nourishing and skin enhancing oils that we love are Turn On the Light Serum and the Sacred Rose Serum which, when combined with gua sha massage, can work miracles for the skin.

Incorporating fitness for your face into your daily routine with face yoga and gua sha is truly simple, and incredibly effective. Add in quality face oils and you can truly transform your skin in a matter of weeks!  You’ll be left with glowing, healthy, radiant, and more youthful skin with the added benefit of mindful relaxation.  This is the definition of self-care skin care!