On the occasion of its collaboration with Sentara Holistic, the NUENCE mtc team reveals the fascinating world of Gua Sha: their history, their benefits and their now essential place in contemporary beauty rituals.
The term gua sha consists of two Chinese words: “gua” (which means “to scratch”) and “sha” (which refers to “disease”). It is an ancestral massage tool mentioned in works from the Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644).
Originally, the gua sha was a spatula made of bovine horn. Nowadays, it is made from noble materials such as rose quartz, jade stone or black obsidian.
There are different shapes of gua sha, suitable for different areas of the body. The most popular is the one for the face, with a curved edge to facilitate massage.
Originally designed to treat various ailments (including muscle pain) and mainly to increase blood circulation, Gua Sha are now used as beauty accessories. By stimulating the muscle fascia and improving blood and lymphatic circulation , they allow you to:
- decongest the face and reduce dark circles and bags under the eyes.
- eliminate toxins.
- smooth expression lines.
- stimulate collagen production and thus firm the skin, tone it and improve its elasticity.
To celebrate the fall season, NUENCE mtc has chosen to accompany its 50ml radiance face cream with the Gua Sha Horn in White Jade from Sentara Holistic. It specifically allows, thanks to the shape of its teeth, to drain the lymphatic system and stimulate fluids. The skin thus regains all its radiance.
Stone of wisdom and purity, white jade harmonizes and balances the skin. It has a decongestant and soothing effect.
Start by gradually introducing Gua Sha into your routine: about once a week for beginners, then up to 2 to 3 times a week for more experienced users.
Its use is preferable in the evening, after the skin has been well prepared and cleansed.
Apply a suitable facial oil (or serum) to facilitate the sliding of the tool on the skin and improve comfort of use.
The illustrations below will help you achieve a successful facial massage routine. Generally speaking, you should use gentle, flowing movements. Always start from the center of your face and work your way outward.
Caution: Gua Sha should not be used directly on irritated or inflamed areas (cuts, burns, sunburn) or on areas affected by acne, eczema or psoriasis.
Additionally, if you notice that using Gua Sha causes excessive redness, soften your movements and space out its frequency of use.
Clean your Gua Sha after use with warm water and mild soap. Store it in its protective case to prevent it from getting damaged over time (scratches, etc.).
By combining the Sentara Holistic white jade Gua Sha with the NUENCE mtc METAL face cream , you are putting all the assets on your side for a successful routine that will restore all its radiance to your face.
Enriched with extracts of ginger, ginkgo biloba and Jeju Jori™, this treatment will hydrate, tone and illuminate your face.
All Sentara Holistic Gua Sha are handcrafted and hand-shaped, making them unique. They are designed and crafted by the founder, Mayia Alleaume , with the goal of offering Gua Sha massage enthusiasts the best combination of quality of experience, versatility and effectiveness.
Among the values common to both companies, we would like to highlight:
Harmony. Sentara Holistic and Nuence mtc share the same vision of holistic beauty, the idea of a whole that forms one. Thus, rituals for the body or the home, live in resonance and reinforce their benefits.
Authenticity. The strength and simplicity of natural elements (such as wind, sea) have inspired Sentara Holistic’s values since its inception, just as the 5 elements are the pillars of Nuence.
The ideal companion for our modern skincare routines, the Gua Sha already has a long history since it is an ancestral massage tool. It therefore has its place in the NUENCE Collection , a brand that combines tradition, expertise, and responsibility. The benefits of the Gua Sha are multiple for the skin and the health of the face in general. However, it takes experience and practice to use it well and exploit its full potential.
