Technique
Why direction matters more than pressure in gua shaMost people approach gua sha like a massage — more pressure, more results. The meridian logic says otherwise. Here's what a certified practitioner does differently.
TCM insights, gua sha technique, the science of copper, and the rituals worth keeping. Written by a certified practitioner.
Technique
Why direction matters more than pressure in gua shaMost people approach gua sha like a massage — more pressure, more results. The meridian logic says otherwise. Here's what a certified practitioner does differently.
Materials
H65 copper: why the alloy mattersNot all copper tools are equal. The alloy composition changes the thermal conductivity, hardness, and antimicrobial properties — all of which affect how a tool performs on skin.
TCM Basics
The three facial meridians every gua sha practitioner should knowThe stomach, large intestine, and gallbladder meridians all pass through the face. Understanding their pathways changes everything about how you use your tools.