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Lesson No 13
Gua Sha facial massage
Gua Sha facial massage
Gua Sha facial massage is a manual therapeutic technique rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, based on working with the tissues using specially contoured tools.
In this lesson, you will learn
principles of Gua Sha
- Gua Sha as a manual therapy technique
- the role of tool-based techniques in cosmetology
- mechanism of action and benefits of Gua Sha massage
tool handling techniques
- types of Gua Sha tools and their applications
- direction of movement based on treatment area
- importance of fluid motion and controlled skin contact
working with fluid retention
- effects of Gua Sha on lymphatic flow
- working directions aligned with lymphatic pathways
- role of technique in reducing puffiness and lymphatic stagnation
treatment areas and considerations
- treatment zones and their characteristics
- face, neck, and décolleté techniques
- adjusting intensity across different areas
- adapting technique to delicate and tense tissues
safety and hygiene
- contraindications for Gua Sha massage
- hygiene and safety in manual treatments
- situations requiring caution or postponement
glide products
- products used during Gua Sha treatments
- guidelines for selecting products based on skin type
- importance of glide for skin protection and technique quality
practical procedures
- treatment room and workspace preparation
- selection of products and materials
- client preparation for treatment
- Gua Sha facial massage step by step
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