If you’ve scrolled TikTok recently, you’ve probably seen a ton of folks rubbing their faces with funky-shaped stones. And if you’ve subsequently wondered what the heck they’re doing, well, they’re ...

When stress, anxiety or chronic pain strikes, some people are turning to the ancient healing technique of gua sha for relief. Also known as “skin scraping” or “scraping therapy,” it’s used to soothe ...

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If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Gua sha, pronounced gwa sha, is a facial treatment based on ...

Gua sha (pronouced "gwa-shah") is an East Asian healing technique. A trained professional uses a small, smooth-edged tool to firmly stroke your skin in one direction. This can help improve blood flow ...

Gua sha, or skin scraping therapy, is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that releases pressure in the face. It can help with conditions such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. TMJ ...

Warner Bailey, a star lacrosse player at Haverford School, wasn’t thinking about the weekend on a recent Friday afternoon like most high school students. Instead, he was focused on getting through a ...

Gua sha is a technique in traditional East Asian medicine. Some people use it to treat muscle pain and tension, but there is limited research into how well it works. Gua sha aims to move energy, known ...

Experts explain everything to know about gua sha. Many beauty trends are born on social media platforms such as TikTok, and if you've scrolled lately, you've probably noticed some form of gua sha.

The early research is promising, but more is needed to learn exactly how gua sha massage may be able to relieve headache or migraine symptoms. Share on Pinterest Getty Images/Elena Noviello Gua sha ...

It's all over TikTok: gua sha. In videos that are surging in popularity, people are seen gliding a smooth, stone tool across their faces and then relishing in the outcome. The effects show a range of ...