Does Gua Sha work? Dermatologist reacts.

[@starslightning4818]

No bruising. Gua sha works!! I look way younger💁🏼‍♀️⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@Theonehava]

I can't buy it because my mom says it will ruin my face😢 Should I just buy it without showing her?

[@desertrose3511]

@@Theonehavayes you can get some for inexpensive online with other things and not mention that you got a gua sha

[@Theonehava]

@@desertrose3511 I have seen it in many shops and I know every thing to how you need to use it and every other thing I think i Will buy it but how shoud i hide it???

[@y.m5598]

@@TheonehavaHi, you don’t need to go behind your mum’s back. You can easily do facial massages with just your fingers. :) The same motions.

[@y.m5598]

@@Theonehava Also you’re probably too young to be worrying about this. You have a youthful face, you don’t need makeup or any of these exercises. :)

[@jennc.9099]

I've NEVER seen bruising in the face. As a matter of fact, you're NOT supposed to use heavy touch when doing it on the face. Nor do we EVER use a coin or metall object here in Taiwan. The only time we have blood surfacing is when we do it on the body, mainly the back.

[@doctor-abby]

Good to know

[@MughalQueen12]

I have seen their face go red after using it but mabye its cause its metalkzbin.infofiokPddaIvk?si=bhbIP3rNA0wJ8o5c

[@saab-spirit]

What do you use? Those tools are available in so many forms now, from jade, rose quarz, stainles steel.... mine is obsidian, based on my limited I’ll admit knowledge I choosed it because Ibthought being vulcanic glass will be smoother than semi-precious stones usually used, and won’t harbour bacteria. My main worry with metal/steel is potemtial interaction with products and/or rusting, and yea Iknow they say STAINLESS etc but you never know what’s really there.... so i pretty much choosen mine based on hygienic preferences i suppose, but would love to know what you usually traditionally use.

[@jennc.9099]

@@saab-spirit we usually use jade or rose quartz, metal not so much. I've yet to see metal. Some also use water buffalo horn.

[@alexbryers9467]

@@doctor-abby fillers and Botox leave marks/bruises don’t they 😏

[@fluffyunicorn-hp4x]

gusha absolutely works！ 水谷雅子 masako mizutani , the japanese celebrity use it daily , she is 50 now but looks like 25

[@DarkResonance]

Can't find her. She isn't famous?

[@mafazchan6817]

def not gua sha. she simply like all other celebs just have consistent clinic appointments/procedures/facials etc

[@PhillyGirl-pt3vq]

Of course it works! I’ve been practicing and doing the Gua Sha for over 2 weeks and I can see a difference already in my skin (I’m 63) tone & firmness. You must be consistent. ❤️👍🏻

[@angelaharris1112]

Do you use collagen powder? Im 64;and very interested in this,! I have never heard of thesenm in metal! I havent been able to decide on rose quartz or the jade. What d8 you think? I also brought up collagen powder as it is so good! I'd suggest you try that too. I make a smoothie daily!

[@PhillyGirl-pt3vq]

@@angelaharris1112 👋🏻😊I have a rose quartz Gua Sha and it’s great. The stainless steel is great too. The stones Jade & quartz are porous (I didn’t know that when I bought mine. 😆) so they say that they can hold onto bacteria. I’m not worried about that. I wash mine after every use! 👍🏻I did used use collagen. I didn’t see a difference in my skin or nails. I switched to grass fed gelatin. And I do see a difference in my nails. It helps me with some muscle and joint pain. Takes the edge off! 😊👍🏻 Hope your regimen is working for you. 🙏🏻

[@angelaharris1112]

@@PhillyGirl-pt3vq thanks. I would wash mine every use anyway. I just started on collagen again. I was in it before I came back to Texas and it made a big difference for me. But we are all different.

[@chuuli]

you may be confusing/conflating body gua sha with the one for the face. they are different and body coining does produce bruising etc but never for face!

[@mwwkwnwkm]

i feel like ure doing it too hard if u get bruising lmao

[@angelaharris1112]

​@@mwwkwnwkmmy thought exactly.

[@VenGeoAsiria]

I use coconut butter and Gua Sha 👍 Gua Sha works

[@anondfgho]

If you’re bruising you’re doing it wrong. The first time I tried a gun sha my face bruised but it’s because I was too heavy handed and didn’t do it right. Let’s stop limiting people from techniques that actually provide powerful solutions and start teaching people how to do it correctly.

[@doctor-abby]

Agree bruising isn’t common but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t tell people of rare side effects. Personally I do it several times a week and have never gotten bruising 👍

[@locamia27]

If you have bruising you are going too hard. That level of pressure is usually reserved for moving cold out the body and breaking up stagnation in the limbs. Always apply proper moisture to reduce harm to skin but if you have severe acne it’s best to heal that first.

[@doctor-abby]

Thanks for sharing

[@veewooshi9882]

If you’re bruising you’re applying way to much force. There should be redness that comes from increased blood flow but that should go away within minutes. Never perpendicular to the skin and ALWAYS use on oiled skin. Never on dry. There should be no tension. It should glide on the skin with little pressure.

[@angelaharris1112]

Thanks you answered one if my questions! I could not see using on dry skin.

[@user-eb3uf3sr3h]

I just started Gua Sha at night with my favorite facial oil and so far I’m seeing the benefits. 🙌🏾

[@julieannrequiero6904]

What is ur favorite facial oil do u use?

[@julieannrequiero6904]

Hi! I just want to know what kind of oil do u use to ur face?

[@Ri_a289]

Can i use aloe vera gel instead btw how's it going

[@user-eb3uf3sr3h]

@@julieannrequiero6904 Minimo Eternal Anti-Aging Face oil

[@user-eb3uf3sr3h]

@@Ri_a289 great. I sleep in aloe vera it’s a good overnight moisturizer. It’s lightweight and absorbs easily into my skin.

[@katalyakash2773]

My face totally change after using it ❤

[@doctor-abby]

🥰

[@ashutoshacharya7753]

Hey i am using it now can you elaborate

[@maheway7880]

In what way is changed?

[@katalyakash2773]

The shape 🤍 and less tired

[@michellelong5081]

@@katalyakash2773❤❤❤

[@Analymous]

It’s been a miracle for my TMJ and jaw clenching. I do 50% of the scraping on my neck particularly the sides and it’s made a complete difference when nothing else has

[@doctor-abby]

It’s really helped my TMJ too! Also adding microcurrent has dramatically helped

[@amberchaba1148]

There’s NEVER bruising in the face! Your supposed to use medium to light pressure the only thing is your face will be red for about ten minutes that’s it though

[@user-hv1lz6jh1d]

She has the best teeth shape i ever seen!

[@clarke6814]

I don’t know if it works but it makes me feel relaxed so I just do it 😂

[@JC-nb7wj]

So informative thank you so much

[@Ali-fx6jd]

Very nice. Thanks!

[@doctor-abby]

❤️

[@angelaharris1112]

U have TMJ t7oo, diagnosed in my😮 40's. im 64 now. I do think collagen never comes to is amazing benefits. Since been wanting to try one of these. Just dont know if there is difference in the rose quartz or the Jade? I've never even heard of metal! I have very thin skin and do btuise easily. But not really worried about that. Do you use this with your moisturing?

[@kathrynkathryn4836]

Don't do this if you have rosacea. This is advice is from a licensed aesthetician. Why do anything that makes your face bruise? Not wise advice.

[@maymananya3616]

They are doing it wrong.

[@purplemoon1507]

I've got rosacea but can i use gua sha only for the forehead and jawline? and not the cheeks cuz thats where i have pinkness

[@englishgarden2036]

You only get bruising if you press too hard. You have to be gentle and with oil, moisturizer on the face.

[@anondfgho]

If you’re bruising you’re doing it wrong. The first time I tried a gun sha my face bruised but it’s because I was too heavy handed and didn’t do it right. Let’s stop limiting people from techniques that actually provide powerful solutions and start teaching people how to do it correctly.

[@OtiliaOty-777]

​@@anondfghoBine spus👍. Botox ne-ar recomanda mai repede👎... Ăla nu distruge fața?

[@Alex-jr8ew]

It works well. I have used for nearly 2 months now.

[@Updog89]

It works if you know what you’re doing. The problem is most people don’t know what they’re doing 😅. A trained practitioner is best! If you want to try it at home, go GENTLE.

[@pseudonym2204]

Which one is the best? Jade or Rosenquarz? What should it cost for good quality because I heard the raw materials are very cheap...

[@doctor-abby]

I think the material doesn’t matter much. I use one made from Jade by BaiMei that’s 8-10$ USD

[@kemo-taffy]

my mom used to do this to my dad on the back and I would be traumatized

[@Lisa-qk1xj]

Gua Sha can be done with a Gua Sha stone and if you're causing bruising, you are applying too much pressure!

[@Streamlined955]

Men have been doing this for thousands of years. We call it shaving.

[@jamaljaquice7956]

Can i use anything to not make my skin dry? Like face moisturiser, conditioner, olive oil etc

[@doctor-abby]

Depends on how sensitive your skin is. Acne prone individuals can sometimes break out with heavy oil based moisturizers or coconut oil.

[@deborah972]

Good facial muscle xx

[@joannebooth5375]

Can you use this method if you have rosacea?

[@doctor-abby]

Yes

[@quodit123]

Im a teenager and i really really want a jawline this summer im also going to work on looking fit can i use a gua sha and if yes what type should i buy? Please help doc!!

[@doctor-abby]

It can help reduce puffiness in the face but there’s no way aside from surgery that will definitely lead to jaw definition. I use one from BaiMei from Amazon

[@quodit123]

@@doctor-abby thank you very much for replying doc! 😊💗

[@ousamahama1038]

Olive oil works? And how many mins I should use the. Gua sha

[@doctor-abby]

Typical session is about 5 minutes

[@patwagner9308]

Jojoba ( pronounced hohoba) works very well & is a very skin compatible oil. Now brand is good.

[@I-Am-Prosperous-I-Am-Grateful]

Gua Sha eliminated droopy jowls, i love it! 👍🙂👍

[@samb2098]

Can we do it when having botox on the face ?

[@doctor-abby]

Yes

[@smilingsince87]

Do you have to use a metal one? What about a stone one?

[@doctor-abby]

Stone works 👍

[@elianeferreira798]

Hiii!! Can i use gua sha everyday?

[@doctor-abby]

Yes

[@elianeferreira798]

@@doctor-abby thanks very much

[@eLuZiveMaRiio]

The downside is that it can decrease muscle soreness? How is that a downside?

[@doctor-abby]

It’s not - I must have misspoke. It’s made all the difference for my TMJ

[@chromicapop4595]

The process affects muscle circulation so presumably post Well preformed gua you’ll notice the effects 😅the goal is to increase muscle circulation

[@Edits4youofficial1]

Do you have to add an oil or wet your face before

[@doctor-abby]

Yes add oil before

[@Edits4youofficial1]

@@doctor-abbywhat oil do you recommend

[@sanjidahchowdhury8307]

I used Jade roller and Gua Sha for few days and i got the biggest and painfullest acne I've ever had. Is it for using it or not? I'm not quite sure. My skin is actually oily.

[@doctor-abby]

Unusual reaction. Did you use a new oil to do the Gua sha? Seems like that would be the most likely cause of the breakout

[@sanjidahchowdhury8307]

@@doctor-abby No I don't use oil on my face because it's already oily. I use moisturizer before gua Sha.

[@KD-63]

Can i use gua sha with coconut oil ? Hope u reply

[@doctor-abby]

Yes. I use a face oil but olive oil or coconut oil warmed up a little in your hand will work

[@KD-63]

@@doctor-abby I don't use any creams or any serums so can I use serum itself without cleanser and moisturizer

[@samra6576]

Guys please help me I wanna know does Gua Sha reduces dimples cz I don't wanna reduce them I've on my left side of the face

[@doctor-abby]

Likely won’t help dimples much

[@JeramieSaito]

I need to know how to do the Gua sha properly.

[@doctor-abby]

There are some videos online but I’d be happy to post one soon

[@JeramieSaito]

@@doctor-abby thanks Doc!

[@imarandomgirl.]

When my mom wants me to do the coin thing on her back im so scared cuase it looks so painful and it looks like bruises when im done 😮

[@aloeiis]

Can I use it on acne skin?

[@doctor-abby]

Yes but be careful pressing on deep cystic acne since it could make irritated

[@viduraherath4008]

While the pressure from running it along your face would be effective as a massage, and the pressure would be beneficial for circulation, all the "electromagnetic waves magic" shit is not something to trust. If people are going to say "but its a traditional practice they must be right!", please remember this is the same practice from an era where people thought dragons existed.

[@GoldenKingdom-kp6dt]

😂😂😂😂😂 dragons do exist though

[@viduraherath4008]

Only dragon that exists is a siracha addict. They got grumbling stomachs and shoot fire out of ... well not their mouth but another exit for sure.@@GoldenKingdom-kp6dt

[@chuuli]

lowk dumb. westerners thought greek gods existed so what're we saying here??

[@gjesy69]

Oh gosh, I probably press more firmly than I should but thankfully no bruising, and if I did I think I’d look at my meds or get labs done to see why I’m bruising so easily. Definitely a 🚩

[@sarahh2023]

Is guasha better then the jade roller?

[@doctor-abby]

I think so

[@purplemoon1507]

Can i use gua sha only for forehead and jawline? also can i just use it with water and not any oil or serums?

[@doctor-abby]

Yes for just forhead and jawline. It’s best to use with an oil or something to lubricate the skin prior to work best

[@purplemoon1507]

@@doctor-abby thankyou so much! also how about a drop of cleanser? is that equally effective?

[@doctor-abby]

@@purplemoon1507 never heard of using that but I think it would work

[@purplemoon1507]

@@doctor-abby okie thanks 😭

[@zainubalam3344]

​@@doctor-abbyAt what age can people use Gua shua and Jade Roller?

[@mickymouse7067]

How is it a downside of less tmj or less head aches? That would be a benefit from somebody who actually suffers with super bad tmj to the point of needing braces

[@doctor-abby]

It’s not a downside. It’s a benefit

[@cc6112ab]

But you said downside ;) ​@@doctor-abby

[@doctor-abby]

@@cc6112abI don’t know why 😅 sorry

[@_zantetsuken_]

@@cc6112ab that irritated me as well. thats why i listened to it two times lol.

[@AK_UK_]

Is gua Sha the same as muscle scraping?

[@doctor-abby]

Yes

[@danarzechula3769]

Jade metal! Never seen a bruise

[@adamazlan5313]

What oil is suitable for before using Gua Sha?

[@doctor-abby]

Most oils can be used but squalane is a key ingredient to look for. I like the one “prevent” by naked and thriving

[@adamazlan5313]

@@doctor-abby thanks

[@Selfpaidswipe]

Your a beautiful lady

[@doctor-abby]

Thanks

[@basketfullofyarnco3415]

I havent ever had bruising.

[@TLW369]

Yes… Gua Sha definitely works! I look damn near like a different person - younger. 💋💄

[@tressagonzales5551]

How about that Botox?

[@thearb2003]

Seriously keeping in mind how hard one is pressing... gentle

[@libbymeli864]

Why is decreasing myalgias a downside?

[@doctor-abby]

It’s an upside- I think it was a glitch in editing 🤦‍♀️

[@sayo2354]

one sided mouth is sign of vax injury. the muscle asymetry could be part of the TMJ you mention. Also the breathing space in sinuses can cause tension while your body struggles to pull air

[@PazH1]

But is it effective to get a sharper Jawline?

[@doctor-abby]

Unknown based on research but anecdotally many people feel it’s changed their jawline

[@anthonio4376]

Did she say the " downside is decreasing soreness"?

[@doctor-abby]

Not sure why the editing makes sound like downside- definitely an upside 👍

[@gemmaselevi]

Why would she use the word SCRAPING your face. It is NOT scraping… dermatologist? Idkkkk…….

[@doctor-abby]

What word would you use to describe it?

[@patwagner9308]

Bruising?! You're doing it to rough & w/ too much pressure if you're bruising! Just a light touch is all that's needed.

[@Fitness-qo5ve]

Did you say a downside is reducing tmj? Did you mean to say an upside???? Or does it make TMJ worse? Pretty big distinction for anyone with TMJ…

[@doctor-abby]

It’s the upside! Works great to improve TMJ

[@Fitness-qo5ve]

@@doctor-abby I would love some TMJ relief, that makes me even more motivated to use it!!

[@anned8575]

Bruising & metal coins...oh geez

[@GreenlifeFin]

Bruising? Then you do it wrong. No hard pressure should be used.

[@Neha.randhawa]

gua sha use with vitamin c serum?

[@doctor-abby]

You can. Or a face oil. I use one by naked and thriving that I like a lot

[@amygrieder]

Linear bruising is BAD. So, gua sha doesn't make your skin or your facial contours look younger. Thank you!

[@aquariusashley94]

Thanks for saying this. As I experienced some bruising.

[@hollypuckett3931]

You shouldn’t be using enough pressure to bruise with facial massage

[@AutumnElaine]

Your skin is FLAWLESS! Heads up, your jaw looks subluxated, being pulled to the right side of your jaw. This can definitely contribute to TMJ, and even headaches. Thought it was worth mentioning.

[@doctor-abby]

Thanks. I’m sure it is. How do I fix this?

[@carmensocaciu1524]

​@@doctor-abbya chiropractor might help

[@MultiEllinida]

I used gua sha and after a few minutes my face started itching and my eyes became swollen and started burning what should I do to depuff my eyes?

[@doctor-abby]

Hmm. Sounds like it could be allergy (urticaria) but hard to know for sure. Urticaria treatment is an antihistamine like Zyrtec

[@MultiEllinida]

@@doctor-abby thank you so much for the advice

[@emiliana7594]

Pleaseee does anyone know the song in the first clip of the girl using the gua sha? Thank you!

[@ThatCoolRedDoor]

Slipping through my fingers - ABBA

[@emiliana7594]

@@ThatCoolRedDoor thank you so much!!

[@syahirahmohdshukri1668]

so that not good ?

[@doctor-abby]

It works 👍

[@mischapiru9514]

I am 1000 like😅

[@virgovibe626]

Honestly, and you wonder why majority of Asian look like they don’t age even in their 50-60’s even 70’s because of these thing that they do daily for years! Ppl do it for a month or so and think there’s no result but you have to do it for a very long time and it’ll benefits when you age

[@doctor-abby]

Agree. A lot of the things we do everyday as habits will benefit us in the future:)

[@nadiar.7788]

Most Asians don't do this. The melanin is what keeps them looking young.

[@lastlime3792]

They eat meat, intestines,skin.....less carbs and less processed foods. It’s diet not something you put on your face once in awhile.

[@clrr8400]

​@nadiar.7788 Asians have 10 times more collgan than any other ethnicity. There is scientific fact that Asians are just born with more thicker skin and collegan in their skin doesn't break down fast.

[@clrr8400]

​@lastlime3792 and yes I agree, what you eat is what you look like. Also working out, having discipline and drinking lots of water. Your face and body shows your system of habits.

[@JenniferoftheSea]

If you bruise, you're doing it wrong. Why comment on something you've clearly never done or experienced??

[@doctor-abby]

I do Gua sha many times a week. I’ve never bruised

[@edwardtynes2130]

Wait,so does it work?

[@doctor-abby]

Yes

[@carmin9550]

Jesus saves ❤

[@vungochuyen7946]

it is only useful, when we do it every day

[@s.d.7597]

Stating the obvious

[@clrr8400]

You're so rude dude. 😒

[@dreammusic733]

Damn! You look like my ex girlfriend

[@joannegoodreau3014]

You suffer from it because you have an intensity and you need to soften the way you speak.

[@DeeDee-pt8tb]

No bruising !!!!!! Not true!!Done properly it's amazing! Try it!!

[@doctor-abby]

👍

[@user-lj4xy2wy1j]

It’s thousands of years old…are you a Chinese medicine doctor? Only then should you give advice.

[@Cunthr]

Lol babe no. This is not coining in the traditional medical sense.

[@YoHoosierDaddy]

It really works, my gf is using it daily for about a year now. And she looks younger, and her skin is getting whole lot smoother! No botox, no plastic surgery, no chemical and no laser or ultrasound bs. Great stuff!