Gua Sha Routine for Relaxation + Tension Release

In honour of AAPI Heritage Month, I'm sharing with you some of the most valuable Gua Sha techniques I've learned from my TCM practioners. This is a great routine to do before bed - it helps me sleep. Afterwards, I feel relieved, relaxed and somewhat euphoric from released tension and flow.
Learning from TCM experts is so valuable. It's the difference between something that feels nice and something that's transformative. I did charity Gua Sha workshops with YINA and learned so much so just wanted to share valuable insights that will hopefully help!
Contraindications :
Avoid abdominal region during pregnancy and also being too aggressive particularly in the Jiang Jing point. Avoid using Gua Sha over sensitive areas, bruised skin, raised bumps, breakouts, scrapes and open wounds. And, always consult with an expert.
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[@catladylion5186]

Watching your video is like drinking matcha green tea in the bathtub filled with hot water with rose pedals on a cold snowy day, so therapeutic and relaxing.

[@w_ww111]

I like your comment haha, sounds nice, I should try that :D

[@jenna9372]

Yesssss a skincare expert who bases their recommendations on research instead of appropriation and orientalism 💕

[@deboraho6779]

Hello Renee, I am so delighted that you have created this video! Thank you! 🙏🏻💗👍🏼

[@mariewarne5727]

Thanks for this, Renée. My daughter just bought a Gua Sha and I did your routine while watching you. The most pain, then relief, I felt was in my palms and forearms. Thank you 🧡

[@mrdavidchang]

Love gua shua and facial massages! Really helps to relieve muscle tension on my face, depuff and alleviate TMJ/tightness around the jaw (:

[@Aly-yd1fr]

I have had the worst TMJ flare up for the past few weeks. So bad I could barely open my mouth. This video helped SO much. I’m finally able to eat without pain again. Thank you so much!!

[@gothamista]

This helped my TMJ too!!

[@tigercloverorchidowl]

So grateful for this. 🙏 I just recently started using gua sha for jaw pain, but now maybe it can help me with sleep problems! So thankful to receive this info/wisdom from a trusted source.

[@eceheceheceh]

The timing of this video is perfect. My gua sha just arrived in the mail yesterday

[@yay4lingalinh]

Thank you for sharing! Would love to see you do a gua sha series/playlist. Your explanations are so clear and your voice is very nice and soothing to listen to.

[@flowers.in.a.daydream9347]

I cannot express how grateful I am for this video. My jaw muscles have ached for days on end and this is the only thing that was able to relieve some pain and tension. THANK YOU!!! 💕💕💕

[@dyamondbrown5259]

This is one of the best videos I have ever seen my body is feeling amazing and I had an amazing tension release I am so grateful you shared this! Thank you so much! PLEASE share more videos exactly like this or let us know where to find more content like this!!

[@Victoriaravenelle]

Yeeeees! I have been waiting for you to do Gua sha. I need this for tmj and ear issues. Thank you!

[@Kodocha1740]

i love gua sha massages! i started using one recently and it's such a game changer. it's especially amazing for someone like me with bad blood circulation, the warmth is so comforting and relieving! i also have a lot of tension in my body so these massages will help me out a lot! thank you for sharing renee

[@AllisonSklar]

This was THE most informative Gua Sha video I've seen! Thank you for being no-nonsense, I feel wonderful!

[@prachiyagnic8365]

Renee you were the only youtuber who explained gua sha for what it truly is and busted all the myths around it. I have been using your techniques for many months now and they work amazingly 😍😍

[@morganclairegar]

I just got a gua sha and followed along with this video and your facial gua sha video and I feel amazing!! thank you for this!!

[@staceyshimabuku5423]

Omg, I can feel my body relaxing! Must get one.😸

[@sandy5791]

I would love to know more! Thanks for doing this. I have so much tension.

[@EveleaSolgos]

WOW! thank you for this! i just got my first gua sha, and i'm already amazed at how helpful it is. i followed along with this video and got that crunchy feeling literally everywhere. my dentist recently told me that i have got to unclench my jaw or else it's going to start causing problems, but i think this is really going to help. thank you!!

[@karlaharvey2623]

Thank you Renea for showing how to massage our arms etc. I never thought about our hands and arms, yet have had many professional massages and how great they feel in releasing tension. I can’t wait to go in and get my Gua Sha jade stone abs massage my neck, chest etc. Lord knows I need it.

[@TheEagleslover]

Thank you so much for sharing this Renee. After suffering through the trauma of 2020 and the years preceding that I sought out alternative ways to relax and relieve stress minus the narcotics and temporary fixes we so often fine in Western medicine. I don’t plan to look back. Instead I want to learn more. Sending happy Mother’s Day to your mom and all mother’s. Until next time be safe and blessed.

[@myrameijer]

Thanks, Renee! Please keep sharing more of your gua sha tips.

[@staceyparron1685]

I can't wait to try this on my hands!

[@mia4567205]

Recently bought myself a Gua Sha tool, followed along with this video and felt amazing afterwards. Would love to see more!

[@oksanashtogrin2318]

I bought the Gua sha you used in your video and I am extremely happy with my purchase. I like the larger size I can use for body as well. Thank you, Renee.

[@heatherd9340]

I love using my gua sha but I didn't know to focus on tightness in my armpit or forearm. Thank you! This is a great video.

[@bunnyblue3082]

Thank you so much for this routine. I love using my knuckles on the face - I kinda feel bad for the guasha tools I have at home, I always come back to my knuckles.

[@worthigirl2946]

Love. I'm trying to relieve allergies through acupuncture and I'm amazed at how everything in the body is connected. Your video made me relax.✌❤

[@michaeladefoy4558]

A thousand thank yous for forcing me to relax😁😁😁💜💜💜

[@teresaaramini546]

Loved the hand guasha .Please give us more of your guasha tips!

[@DreamilyDreamer]

Great video. It felt amazing on the neck and forearms for me. Thank you! 💖

[@Kayli...]

Love all your videos ❤️❤️❤️

[@TheGatewayProductions]

Awesome upload! Relaxation is central to have a better life.

[@pog-be3gq]

おー！いつもはＢＧＭとして流してただけですが今日は最後まで聞き取れました。知らない単語もいくつも登場してくれたから英語の勉強になりました！手が真っ赤になるところがよくみえてよかったです！黒人さんならこうだねと解説してていいですね！海外体験ゼロですがリスニングできるようになってうれしい！いつもわかりやすいです！ボキャブラリー豊富で非常に役立つユーチューブありがとうございます！

[@carmene.1395]

Thank you for your recomendations.

[@corlissyamasaki3476]

Love this!

[@wendywoobles]

LOVE this video! Please please share more gua sha tips if you are able to ♥️♥️♥️

[@user-gw8se6cw2m]

merci pour votre bienveillance et votre douceur🍀💫🌠🌱🐇

[@xzy9402]

Thank you for all the useful tips and great advice when it comes to skincare. I would love to know what do you think about the facial cleansing brushes? Especially the electric ones

[@IamGenith]

Received a gua shua and jade roller set as a birthday gift! I am excited to finally not use my fingers for face massage ☺️☺️

[@nadtr5917]

i love your tutorial 😍😍😍

[@Jennifer-wz2te]

Thank you for your Gua Sha love and knowledge

[@elacey1010]

Thank You for this

[@deepsleepclinicdeirdreocon7211]

Love this! What's the difference in using a GuaSha and a roller please?

[@ifeolunu]

The change of setup is refreshing!

[@glamyumable]

I think my mom gave me a device for that can be used for Gua Sha. Thanks for the video.

[@olgayaleo729]

greetings! my son gave me both a jade roller and a jade gua sha for christmas. could you please tell me which one you recommend doing first - or does it matter? or should they be done on alternate days? thank you! truly enjoy your gracious videos...

[@annryals7285]

Wonderful

[@ericavigil9567]

I need this tool!

[@josieallen1020]

thank you

[@kimd1456]

Do you use both jade roller and Gua sha on the same day? Which do you do first? Or is there a reason you use them at different times?

[@CT1010101]

Was this filmed at One Hotel Brooklyn Bridge or do you just have a similar amazing bedroom?

[@jackstevenson6339]

i just purchased my mount lai black obsidian gua sha and when working on the neck it feels a little awkward when i run into my adam’s apple, should i be trying to avoid it and work around it or is it important for me to hit that point? thanks. :)

[@shafiktk1866]

My sweet sister please share with me the names of best full body brightening shower gel, scrub and lotion please

[@x_light.fate_o]

But why do I feel relaxed? 😌😌😌

[@emmacueva4821]

Thank you for sharing your skincare knowledge and journey with us. Please, I need to know where this bracelet/bangle/cuff is from, Renee!

[@mariewarne5727]

They look like Cartier's Love bracelets and Juste un Clou bracelet

[@emmacueva4821]

@@mariewarne5727 OHmygosh, Thank you!

[@emmacueva4821]

@@mariewarne5727 gulp* just saw the price tags!

[@patpat5613]

I thought this was a gimmick! I just finished the back of my neck and the sides, OMGosh! I could fell the liquid moving and the knots were everywhere 🤷🏽‍♀️! Whew, I am feeling better instantly. Now I about to to ALL the body parts I can reach!

[@alo8540]

HI! WERE CAN I GET THAT WASHA??

[@VanityVain1]

Where I can buy that guasha

[@eeeeerca]

💕

[@shafiktk1866]

My sweet sister please share with me the names of best hands and foot cream, scrub and mask which make my hands and feet white and soft like a korean girls please help me please

[@alexkarai6346]

How many times we can use gua Sha weekly?

[@jennicedherrera5013]

Does TMJ hurt? I think that’s what I have

[@idayus3101]

I burp a lot when doing it… and im happy

[@AuNaturelle99]

Is it normal to experience breakouts after starting gua sha ? I started a few days ago and broke out in red spots which don’t have a head.

[@amyblaine7624]

You may have been pressing down too hard on your skin with your Gua Sha and/or the friction irritated your skin. You don’t have to press hard or be aggressive. Just a light sweeping pressure will do. It’s also really important to wash your Gua Sha after every use.

[@parojamal539]

Nice 👍🌹💓 India

[@mewsao]

start: 3:09

[@alexisaguirre5526]

Do this but in a follow alone fashion

[@shafiktk1866]

Sister how many weeks we drink one tea continuesly and then how many days after we start another tea please guide me about it please

[@pinkpetal489]

I get extreme tension in my hands and feet that makes me drowsy and sleep I had to get a squashing machine

[@alanascialo808]

I began to watch this video next to my boyfriend while he was playing a video game, I quickly changed the video to a different person for no particular reason and he stopped his game and went “woah ... what happened to Renee?”

[@jumpingbee4717]

Do you do it for your feet as well?

[@jasonnoble7814]

😏

[@mariebuitrago9769]

Please never stop making videos like this. You make such a huge difference in how I take care of myself. Western medicine and care is total BULLS*** AND to have at least a small amount of knowledge about traditional Chinese medicine is truly a blessing... so again Thank you for being you

[@MarielenaW-pk8vn]

my god i am sorry but too much talking

[@tuxedoneko9837]

Love this!