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Facial Gua Sha 101: How and Why To Use It For Anti-Aging, Lymphatic Drainage, and De-Puffing

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Please read my comprehensive blog post all about gua sha: thecuriouscoco...
Use this video as a starting point to empower you to find your body's own BEST facial gua sha technique. There is no one single correct way to do facial gua sha, just like there is no single correct way to dance or cook a chicken. Don't be shy to experiment with what feels the best on your skin and what brings you the most dramatic results you're looking for. I began this practice after my acupuncturist told me it would help my eye health. I absolutely fell in love with making it a non-negotiable part of my daily skincare regimen.
My current favorite non-toxic and high performance products to use to prep my skin for gua sha:
1. cleanser - I either use a konjac sponge (amzn.to/2WTz2Mv), the 5YINA Divine Bio-Adaptive Cleanser (thecuriouscoco...) or the Beautycounter Lotus Glow Cleansing Balm (thecuriouscoco...)
2. prep - either the Beautycounter Countertime Mineral Boost Hydrating Essence (thecuriouscoco...) or the 5YINA Quiescent Hydrolat (thecuriouscoco...)
3. treatment - either Beautycounter's Intense Moisture Serum (thecuriouscoco...) or Beautycounter Countertime Tripeptide Radiance Serum, which specifically targets vertical lines (thecuriouscoco...)
4. moisturize - Beautycounter Countermatch Adaptive Moisture Lotion (thecuriouscoco...) or Beautycounter Countertime Antioxidant Soft Cream (thecuriouscoco...)
5. facial oil - 5YINA Quiescent Beauty Oil (thecuriouscoco...) but I also use the Beautycounter oils on other days (thecuriouscoco...)
I'm happy to help you find the perfect skincare products for YOUR unique skin type, just fill out my skincare consultation: thecuriouscoco...
Listen to my interview on Rebel Heart Radio about gua sha to learn even more: www.rebelheart...
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@jenniferavina2324 5 лет назад

I carry stress in my jaw and tend to clench my teeth without realizing it. This helped tremendously! It feels so great.

@Luvanmusiq 4 года назад

Jennifer Avina me too! I wear a mouth guard at night 😩

@blairbushproject 4 года назад

Jennifer Avina I do too. I have found that using a night guard mouthpiece helped a great deal with the pressure. However it was due to an invisible and undiagnosed nasal polyp. Clearly removing it was part of the healing process. But the mouth guard works on that mouth tension.

@stronghealer 4 года назад

I'm impressed. I see how quickly your muscles relaxed and the change in direction of how those muscles were pulling. It definitely "lifted" your face giving a more youthful look. As a massage therapist I was never tempted to try this tool until I watched your video. I really appreciate your passion for experimenting with it. You're a natural massage therapist as you seem very in tune with your body. And you actually bother to go home after acupuncture and continue therapy for your eye strain. Clients like you are a God send. I also really like how you are inspiring others to take care of themselves. Better to do it for a minute 7 days a week than 10 minutes all in one shot. It's true about massage, some days you can go on forever and other days your body doesn't want a long massage. Great advice. Thanks for the tip on intensity. Making sure the H tool is in my cart!! 😁 great video!👍

@keranzhou9822 4 года назад

A very accurate video. It’s actually how my grandma do guasha on me back in China. I recommend to guasha the part between your eyes and eyebrows, as well as the back of your neck. It really helps you to relieve stress

@monicasmadhouse9278 4 года назад

from a lymph drain perspective you should start from forehead, mid face, chin/jaw, last ear/neck downward. If you sweep your house randomly you may leave trash behind, but it you start from inside the house and out toward the door...also you don't need to purchase tools, use warm hands, fingers, knuckles.

@amsteding 5 лет назад

Greetings Ms Amanda! I appreciate you sharing these tools with your viewers, the Eastern part of the world is so woke... I am an Esti/Massage instructor and Gua Sha is one of my favorite massage techniques. My point for commenting is to thank you for your time and to compliment your teaching ability. Keep up the good work and take care!

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

thank you so much for taking the time to comment! I appreciate it very much. Your clients are lucky that you know gua sha :-D

@evereletkline8732 4 года назад

I vibe with your authenticity & humble intelligence. Mahalo

@elizabeth-2213 4 года назад

Too bad the application of her products renders them useless.

@neldaguest1777 4 года назад

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@CWIZZMOZZ 4 года назад

ALOHA & MAHALO TO YOU ALSO !! I WISH YOU BLESSINGS....PEACE....LIGHT & LOVE !! TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF !! ✡🖤✡❤

@rose.moore7 5 лет назад

I started to do this in some parts of my face some months ago to give my jawline more definition and help with the little fine lines I was getting on my forehead since I'm just 24 ugh. And it does work very well, now I'm about to implement this I call it massage to my night or morning routine but for all my face, this video helped me a lot, thank you, you explained everything very well :)

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

I am so glad you have noticed positive changes so quickly! Thanks for commenting and for the appreciation

@theglitteratimama2653 4 года назад

I am a nurse and I am loving all the science you mention! Thank you!! I just started doing this on my face.

@sueeasthom2026 5 лет назад

Great video!!! Long yes, but watched the whole thing!!! So glad you’re a scientist not a product influencer! Thank you!!!!! ❤️

@afrizak 5 лет назад

So did I. Didn't intend but just found myself intrigued by every word

@heathervanderpool5621 5 лет назад

Hey, geeat video! Ive never heard of this technique before. (Which is surprising bc i know everything. Haha. Jk!) But, on the real, i will definitely try this out. Thanks for sharing your time to create this vid. Very generous of you! Lots of love vibes sent your way!!!

@Kim-SCUSA 5 лет назад

I watched the ENTIRE video specifically because she not an “influencer.” And because I liked her voice and information. What a neat person. I like her.

@dorothybrown8859 4 года назад

It was a good introduction, but I got restless and did not watch the entire video. Watch Lanshin video - very thorough without so much talk.

@JulietAnnerino 4 года назад

Massage sequence starts @13:45

@i-seeyourbs.1996 4 года назад

Thank you

@lz8927 4 года назад

I wish there was someone like you on all these types of videos!

@christinamartinez7972 4 года назад

Thank you!

@shamekanall4198 4 года назад

Oh thank god.

@krystalleigh6904 4 года назад

She has important does and don'ts that shouldn't be missed in the beginning 13 minutes, especially regarding acne, botox, fillers, which tools, and positions etc.

@thebestusername5852 4 года назад

So, I just started doing it with my fingers during the video and I completely understand what you meant when you said you could feel the lymph moving! I'm doing it along my jaw and behind my ears and all of a sudden I could feel this warm sensation around that area. It was so cool, lol.

@emmapedroso7846 5 лет назад

I had lymphatic drainage massage for many years when I was need bound with m.e. it helped a lot, I recognize a lot of your movements especially on the face. I was advised to swap my metal piercings for plastic as I had a lip & nose ring plus multiple earrings. She pin pointed my most blocked areas and they related to where I had the metal. Once I swapped everything lymph moved much more freely. I just noticed your earrings and thought I would just share this. Lovely video. I will buy some.

@Flora-hr7ei 4 года назад

I just read your comment and would like your help if you do not mind. I too have nose piercings, where can i get a plastic pin vs a metal one? Can you please share some links? thank you so much in advance.

@emmapedroso7846 4 года назад

Hi I but my plastic piercings called bioflex here is the link www.bodyjewelleryshop.com/online_store/bioplast_776.cfm

@myprincessa2253 4 года назад

I am over 40 and I started doing somethings like this every morning for months and I do see a deference. If only I should have known this sooner. Thank you

@mamasgotguns 4 года назад

I LOVE your video and info. How refreshing to watch a real, intelligent woman show beauty tips. I like beauty videos, but the overly botoxed/makeup/self indulged girls take all the fun out of it. Thank you for sharing, although long, yes, interesting and no babbling about your cat/boyfriend/coffee shop experience--just technique.

@leedahlin1161 4 года назад

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@luxixluxix 3 года назад

Sad that you had to drag other women down to give a compliment.

@atherapeutictouch 3 года назад

Totally agree! Love the pure info.

@karenmagee9575 3 года назад

agree! smart, i luv the science added in and no self absorbed gab , great personality

@deborahmaahsl.ac.9262 5 лет назад

Thank you for being such a great advocate for Chinese Medicine!

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

Thank you for the appreciation! I have the deepest gratitude for the medicine since it truly saved my life after Western medicine left me with no options and a bleak outlook.

@poetry2024 5 лет назад

Thanks Amanda! Fab clip; my first intro to gua sha and I followed you using a nice flat semi precious polished stone I happened to have. Will get the proper tools. At 70 I've been feeling a bit sad about my crinkles; you have given me hope and even after the first session my skin looks firmer and less puffy. Woohoo.

@THISMORTALCOYLE 4 года назад

Really informative, so helpful & with a very approachable style- no need for pretentious delivery here this is for everyone! Love her.

@terilindsay9249 5 лет назад

I went and "dug up" my gua sha horn tool! I have been in pain at my jaw for 3 days using pain meds to manage it! I felt it was "nerve or lymph " related and NOT my tooth! I "stumbled" across your video watching something else. This is amazing Amanda! It feels better already. I subscribed, and look forward to learning more from you...... you look great> just beautiful skin! Just wanted to say thank you for reminding me about the benefits of gua sha. Teri

@mitzZ23 5 лет назад

So glad that I saw this! The words "Gua Sha"caught my attention and I had to find out what it is. I watched the whole video and it's EXACTLY what I needed to know right now! I have TMJ symptoms, severe eye strain and sensitivity recently with dark circles, and puffiness in lower face, lately too. This is something I'm so excited to try for relief from my fatigued eyes and to get lymphatic fluid out of my face! Thank you, thank you for this tutorial. I'm ordering my tools next! It wasn't a coincidence that I happened upon your video! I am blessed!

@TheFifthWorld22 5 лет назад

NEWEARTHANGELIC🙏🏽💕It’s so interesting I literally was just shopping for one of these yesterday glad to find you and please see what I am being shown also much love...I had to come back towards the end of the video to let you know that I used a stone I have because I still need to order tools, but you just helped me heal myself of the most intense migraine that I’ve had for two days Goddess is good 🙏🏽💙

@sylviesas2992 2 года назад

Thank you sooooo much. I love that you specifically say that there is not a one way. I love that you offer options for skin inflammation... (I can see how that will definitely help over my eczema) and that I can still work around... I love how you use the jade roller... I love that you do have background experience. Thank you.

@HelenFaye16 3 года назад

Perfect demon and information. I am 55 and my daughter bought the jade set for me as a gift. I wasn't quite sure how to do it but you explained things wonderfully. Thank you!

@wendyfay16 5 лет назад

OMG~ I Love what you have demonstrated as well as the anatomical & basic neurological information. I'd love even more of that 'education' in future videos, if you don't mind. I have a neurological disease (similar to MS) that has also left me with Bells palsy, and at age 66 I'm dead keen to help with the aging, wrinkles and the dullness of my facial skin. I also experience light headaches due to eye strain so I can't wait to try this!! I am a believer in Chinese medicine, especial considering the thousands of years that their culture has been going and the health and longevity of especially the peasants working in the fields have achieved this without western medicine. I guess if we in the west hadn't tossed out all of the 'old wives tales' out with the increase of 'education' perhaps we would also be more accepting of what appears to be unusual forms of medicine but, if one looks at them from a scientific viewpoint and open mind, we might have integrated the eastern medicine with western medicine. Sorry if I haven't made myself clear, but I'm extremely tired atm. Thanks for your video and I am looking forward to binging on the rest of your uploads! :)

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, Wendy. I used to be very dogmatic about Western medicine and looked down upon Eastern thought and medicine, but it took a complete health crash and no help from MDs for me to change my tune. Chinese medicine saved my life, no exaggeration. It's encouraging that more and more high quality scientific evidence is piling up in support of TCM practices and treatments, and I do my best to be a good ambassador since I do have a background in hard science and research. Thanks again and glad this helped you!

@justawisp 4 года назад

It's crazy how I'd do some of this intuitively when I was a kid wow

@fjellmamma 5 лет назад

You have amazing skin. Clearly this is working for you!

@amypanddirtytoo1926 5 лет назад

Thank you!!! I have been seeing this trend of facial massage with these jade implements, but haven't really thought twice about it since I've only seen "IG baddie" types talking about it (omg I use this so I wont like get old and stuff!) and it seemed like a waste of time and money. Another scientist actually explaining why it works and how to actually use the implements is very refreshing! So thank you!

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

So glad you appreciated my explanation! Check my channel for other demonstration videos too.

@lindaaldridge3391 4 года назад

I really found this very informative and as they say “the proof is in the pudding”, your complexion is so healthy and beautiful. Some of the techniques you used, I have instinctively used, especially around my eyes with my fingers. Thank you so much for sharing!

@BrilliantLove2 4 года назад

This was in my feed today, never heard of Gua Sha before, but it’s parked interest! Anything to get lymph moving is a + in my book!!! Thank you!!!

@EllCeeable 4 года назад

I can’t believe the huge difference between the side you did and didn’t do. That is truely amazing

@AlexisValles2012HI 4 года назад

Your skin is gorgeous. I’m so glad I stumbled onto this video. Chinese medicine is so interesting! I am about to order a few Gua Sha pieces! I can’t wait to start practicing on myself!

@zxipex123 5 лет назад

Omg I feel relaxed just watching this! 😊 I had never heard of this technique before and your video just popped up on my feed - thank you for such an informative and thorough intro! Looks amazing!

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

glad you enjoyed it, and hope you give it a try!

@angelalaskodi3459 5 лет назад

Very good video Amanda. I would like to see the results on a women in their 60s. Love how you explained so thoroughly.

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

I am glad you appreciated my explanation! Why don't you give it a try? I know you will see positive results, and if you add in some high-performance non-toxic skincare products it will amplify the results. I'm happy to help, just email me.

@caraelaine4198 4 года назад

I could have easily watched an entire hour. I hope you keep making these videos. I agree with everyone that your authenticity and intelligence were refreshing.

@divinegrace5002 5 лет назад

Omg I see such a difference before n after on Ur face😲wao m sold I want these tools .....also u damn cute not only that Ur aura is beautiful calming....also u remind me of Reese Witherspoon 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

Thank you so much! I've been told I favor her since I was a teenager

@ipercalisse579 5 лет назад

Yes! Also Alexis Bledell

@oceanoasis117 5 лет назад

I was thinking the exact same thing throughout the video.

@keraburke4089 5 лет назад

Oh my gosh I was thinking that same thing

@LisaN 4 года назад

I feel so relaxed watching you do this and imagining me doing it. Thank you for this video. I have so much tension in my face, cheeks and forehead and would love to try this.

@bethwilcox3400 5 лет назад

I've not heard of this before, so thank you for motivating me to research it as part of my health journey. Watching you and just using my fingers around my ear-&-down-the-jaw released so much tension that I'm definitely going to look into those little tools.

@MargaretDL12 4 года назад

I love your tutorial. Actually it was a true session. I did it along with you and my lord it feels great. Thank you so much for sharing

@nataliestocks7415 5 лет назад

WOW! I watched you yesterday, & got the tools today. Feels fabulous! Thank you for doing this video & simplifying it all.

@SK-1309 4 года назад

Loved this video 👌 Got so indulged watching it almost FELT the destressed feeling

@vjotb 5 лет назад

Thank you for the video that you made. It has helped me understand the tools that I have received for my birthday. I have recently graduated Massage College and learning this is awesome!!! Thank you again

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

You're welcome! Maybe one day you will be offering gua sha to your massage clients! :)

@Yvonne60945 Год назад

Put your tool near the window. If you pick it up, its nice and cold. --- to skip intro (which you definitely should listen to a couple times) start at 12:00 Thank you for this video Amanda. I keep going back to this for a refresher.

@Mina-V. 4 года назад

Great video, ordered the tools and can't wait to do it. Just practiced the gestures and I felt such relief from an earlier migraine today. Thanks for keeping it simple and direct. I was a cosmetologist in my previous career for 20 years, I wish I had focused more on skin care. Am directing the love to myself though now. Thanks for inspiring. ❤️

@SelfImageStylist Год назад

Thank you for your pragmatic, humble, neuro-scientific perspective 💕

@lah-tee5412 4 года назад

Hello! I accidentally stumbled upon your video as it started playing “next up” It caught my attention immediately because I’m aware of the technique with the tiger balm because One of my best Childhood Friends Is Thai...her mom would do this to her dad who had pain from factory work. I don’t know it had a name but I was immediately intrigued by you. Anyways long story short, I have autoimmune issues, Lyme, lupus, RA, Sjögren’s etc and I have a hell of a time with my lymphatic system and I have issues from long term prednisone use. So it was definitely kismet that your video started playing randomly. I have tried all kinds of stuff for Pain relief but never heard of this and it looks very interesting and I can’t wait to try it. So thank you for taking the time to make such a video and your intro was extremely informative and I appreciate All the information and background. I have so much muscular pain in my face from TMJ and fibromyalgia and all my other issues but especially Tension in my neck and head that give me migraines. So I just wanted to take the time to say thanks!

@kellywood4886 4 года назад

Omg...you sound exactly like me! I have all kinds of autoimmune inflammatory issues too. Polymyalgia, arthritis, psoriasis, and i have very severe migraines as well. I am in constant pain in my upper and lower back and neck. I just stumbled upon this video and so want to try it on my face and neck as she did because i have so much tension in my face. I have just recently developed frown lines because of it. I have never heard of this technique but i am definitely going to try it.

@lah-tee5412 4 года назад

Kelly Wood yikes Kelly! I’m so sorry... it kills me when I know others suffer like I do... I hate that part of all of this. I ordered my stuff to try this out! It can’t hurt right? Again, so sorry that you know exactly what I’m talking about. I wish we didn’t have to live this way.

@thirdeye9106 4 года назад

@@kellywood4886 This is a very wonderful facial massage process for pain. But totally wrong for lymph. Only a LIGHT touch will get the lymph to flow! Too much pressure will only COLLAPSE the tiny vessels! That's why we do very light strokes along the pathways. Learn the pathways. And manyy of us do the dry brush process. Please find some better videos on lymph drainage, there are many out there. I'm all about getting serious about lymph health, not just looking at a few superficial videos. Health is too important for superficial interest. Get deep into the study. It's your PRECIOUS LIFE we're talking about Dear One!

@jnieswartz4878 Год назад

My mom is Vietnamese and she uses a quarter and tiger balm. Also I literally stumbled on her video on accident. And I love her!

@monicani7392 3 года назад

Finally someone pronounce gua sha in the right way! ❤️❤️❤️

@sneakytreats 5 лет назад

I cannot believe my eyes because this WORKS! I'm so glad I took pics 👀

@Muzicboy3 5 лет назад

How long did it take ?

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

Yes!! I tell everyone to take a photo immediately before and immediately after so they can see just how big of an impact it has!

@explicitwellness1197 5 лет назад

Thank you 🙏 so much for this Tutorial on Jade rolling and Guasha. The Best Tutorial Yet. Just ordered my tools. I’m thinking about being an Esthetician. I love ❤️ my skin and showing others how to treat their skin and love their skin by using natural skincare products.

@pamelatallon9860 5 лет назад

one of the reasons pressure feels so good along your brow is due to them being sinus pressure points...my fave!

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

there are several key acupuncture points surrounding the eye and in the eyebrows...sometimes I get needles there from my doc! It's amazing how powerful they are for head and eye issues.

@BW-CC 5 лет назад

Looking forward to trying this. Thank you. I've never heard of this before. Incredible.

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

I hope you enjoy it! Glad you found the video helpful

@christinegitsham5268 5 лет назад

Thank you Amanda, great informative video and you have lovely skin.

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@letsbeforeveryoung 4 года назад

You do the best tutorial on this Thank you!

@earthcultr 2 года назад

absolutely amazing. i’m a chiropractor and naturopathic doctor and will implementing this into my treatment protocol

@selasun4 5 лет назад

Wow!! Thank you for this great video. I had never heard about this before. Your skin looks amazing:)

@patandersen4271 5 лет назад

Great video I enjoyed this, very well made. Also, love the Elvis portrait on your wall nice touch.

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

thank you! And lol did you see that some people thought it was Kramer. My grandma painted it as a gift for my mom because she was such an Elvis fangirl.

@gratefullyliving6576 5 лет назад

Great video! Will be doing this more often to help alleviate my TMJ pain and de-stress :)

@jenniferviolette317 4 года назад

I saw a huge difference! It was even relaxing to watch! I'm trying this!

@locutia7 4 года назад

Your skin looks lovely.

@schatzip 4 года назад

Watched this video for 15 minutes thinking "wow! She is very intelligent for a youtube vlogger. Amanda mentions she is a neuroscientist 16 minutes into it and it all comes together! :)

@fairytalelifeonyoutube 5 лет назад

Thank you for this video, subscribed! Ordered a set of tools on amazon and I'm so excited to use them as part of my self-care! I'd love to see videos about makeup and skincare reviews. I don't have a diagnosed immune disorder, just interested in learning more as part of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. Thanks for putting good info out there, really appreciate the opinion of a scientifically minded person :)

@heyman5539 5 лет назад

Rachael H I am too. I have had this inflammation problem for 5 year no dr knows what is wrong it’s so discouraging

@scooper8197 4 года назад

I love that you're a scientist who is open minded and into TCM 🥰 that's really cool 😊

@xo3308 5 лет назад

Thank you. You are so adorable! I can feel the goodness through your video. Great video 😊

@susandrew7155 5 лет назад

Love this. Thank you! Please do demonstrate with the spoon! 😊

@mysweetmelodykids 4 года назад

Or Witherspoon.

@vipchiropractic5972 5 лет назад

Excellent presentation of a lot of material. We, DC and MT, use it in the office for pain reduction, lymph drainage, soft tissue strains / sprains. It's a wonderful treatment.

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

Thank you so much! It's such a powerful technique, not just on the face but the whole body!

@Crosado777 4 года назад

Finally, a great video explaining the mechanism/science behind how gua sha works. Thank you.

@JK-tb9yu 5 лет назад

Great video! You have beautiful skin! Again, glad of your scientific background.

@louisesommerfeld54 4 года назад

First time hearing about this beauty process with "board". Seems rough for mature skin though (over 70). Would be afraid of stretching skin. Have been doing a rough form of this for years just with finger stroking, etc. all over face. Definitely makes difference for me and I have been aware of puffy skin being diminished by what I do, slimming my face. My face tends to look "doughy" unless I exercise a lot which is what worked for me most of my life. A lot means at least an hour on bike plus weights. Also do yoga which can make big difference. Now I don't exercise very much but Your video explains why my facial "massage" is also working somewhat for me with what I do although not exercising. Probably providing some lymph drainage. Now I know more precisely what exact direction these finger strokes should go. And this has been tremendously helpful. Thank you for this wonderful and informative video!

@JoAnneCarnealj0j0xn 4 года назад

I was just perusing buying a set for cupping. And when you should what to do with eyestrain. .I think I fell in love with you. I can't wait to learn more.

@PVMA23 4 года назад

Loved the unpretentious and thorough instructions. Thank you!

@chatnoir60609 4 года назад

You have AMAZING skin!!! your face looks toned and super healthy. Whatever you say I'll follow.

@amyalewine 5 лет назад

I imagine at least a third of the people watching this video would have turned it off if you hadn't mentioned your career. As you know people have been teaching Chinese medicine online for along time and most people automatically discount it because it was not what we are taught in the US. Anyone who crosses over into Eastern medicine are looked at as being on the fringe. This video was great. You have Beautiful skin and I am glad you are brave enough to share what is outside of western traditions. I have used these tools before and they move congested lymph but also make blood rush to the area to create a great feeling. Just found you today. I will subscribe.

@hjd832 4 года назад

Eye strain & some degree of migraine recently, so even though I was thinking more about skin care, & drainage, lack of tone, I feel lucky to have found this site....Thanks.

@hjd832 4 года назад

I have found your blog, curious coconut...

@1Lightdancer 5 лет назад

Thank you for this clip, Amanda! I got a combo Jade Roller and Gua Sha kit at Ross, and have been using the Jade Roller (had a diagram for that) but needed more instruction - this was great! My co-worker has done Gua Sha in my back during massage trades, t'was fun to learn this routine. I've been using the Andalou line of facial products, and used the day cream with the Jade roller after my session.

@williegreenway5464 2 года назад

I like your technique better than those others on facial Guasha. Thank you very much.

@xEllesirKx 4 года назад

For once the before and after pic look like they were taken in the same lighting. Thank you!

@cindyp5132 5 лет назад

Wow! A Scientist that believes in meditation, acupuncture, Chinese medicine, etc.. I have a son for you (Molecular Cell Bio) if you're not married?! I started doing energy medicine exercises (Meridian triple warmer stuff) the taps on the sinuses, under the collar bone, the center of the chest and spreading your fingers on the forehead down your to your neck, etc. This seems like a great addition for my 53 yr old skin!!!

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

Haha I know I am a rare breed, although my influence is helping to broaden the perspective of other scientists and laypeople alike. It took a complete and utter failure from Western medicine during an autoimmune health crash for me to embrace other options. Chinese medicine truly saved my life, and the more I dig into it the more it makes so much sense. P.S. I am happily married but flattered

@boadiceameridionalis3732 5 лет назад

Cindy, you may also be interested in a gentleman named Jerry Tennant. Not to buy his doo-hickey, but his book "Healing is Voltage." He connects the accupuncture meridians with electrical current flow in the body. Tons of videos on YT.

@cindyp5132 5 лет назад

@@boadiceameridionalis3732 Thank you so much!! I have been watching videos from Donna Eden which are not very long or involved. And I also watch Dr Joe Dispenza & Greg Braden but they're more philosophical. But I looked up Dr Tennant and found some great YT videos and a Gaia segment (so I can use my subscription!), I will eat them up asap. Thanks for taking the time to share with me, it means a great deal!

@nathaniel7259 5 лет назад

the best comment I have ever seen.

@kazart4772 4 года назад

@@boadiceameridionalis3732 If you have an opportunity, DO BUY his "doo-hickey"!!! They WORK! I have used it as well as others that I own - electro-magnetism is SO important to our health!

@essebug1066 4 года назад

You are so adorable ❤️ I watched the whole video and learned so much. Thank you for sharing.

@brettvonhenneberg-romhild3535 4 года назад

"I'm just a neuroscientist."

@mirama765 4 года назад

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@jenellfrith8276 3 года назад

Right!! Lol! 😃

@kyla6538 3 года назад

Right! I'm over here like "really because I'm just a stay at home mom" 🤣

@atiyyab.8912 4 года назад

This was refreshing and helpful. I love that you incorporate the “science” of it all. It lends to a more comprehensive understanding of how to integrate eastern/western techniques. Thank you!

@WC1Master 4 года назад

It looks amazing! I can’t wait to get the tools and use them. Enjoyed your video. Thank you.

@amandatorres5893 4 года назад

You are welcome! Check my channel for more video demonstrations for the technique. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

@roospooscreate 4 года назад

Intellect is the greatest beauty and knowledge is power ,Thanks for sharing .❤️

@deborahflowers5179 4 года назад

Your skin is gorgeous! Thanks for this video. I recently purchased one of these gua sha stones.

@robbinwelch355 5 лет назад

After my craniotomy I started getting extra fluid. I bought these tools. Thank you for this tutorial. I'm going to gently do this.

@carrollindsay432 4 года назад

Amanda’s thanks for the demonstration for using Gua Sha. The first that i used it on my face I felt a moderate amount of drainage from the lymphatic system.

@Mollys-lips 5 лет назад

I tend to be distrustful of strangers on YT talking about an unknown but at least I know with ur background in neuroscience that u will have researched all you inform of, Thanks I will look into this. Btw, I've just subscribed💡🤗

@divinesignatures6225 5 лет назад

This is a thousands of years old technique.

@EricaRae76 4 года назад

So interesting and educational! Thank you! I loved the extra info and bits of science you shared w us.

@MOAlcazar 5 лет назад

Very informative. I just heard about Gua Sha facial massage and immediately came to the internet for some good ol' research. I'm going to try this out :)

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

let me know what you think!

@rosehavenfarm2969 4 года назад

Definite difference between the sides of your face; your right eye was "higher" than your left eye, and right cheek not swollen. Amazing

@connieadamsmattson5767 5 лет назад

Amanda, I am a licensed acupuncturist and I would like to say that perhaps you want to be slightly gentler. Gua sha is generally a technique for removing excesses and the face is a delicate area. Thank you for your enthusiasm for Chinese medicine. It has much to offer to many.

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

Hi Connie, thanks for commenting. My technique has improved tremendously since this video....I have other, newer technique videos. That said I have always been very careful and advise others to do the same. My skin has only continued to improve (as have the symptoms I was originally experiencing which prompted my acupuncturist to prescribe facial gua sha) as I have continued to do this (almost) daily.

@Butterfly-jk4tz 4 года назад

Thank you for your patience in showing us how to use these tools. I bought the same jade roller and gua sha set you have a few weeks ago and so far have only been using the roller twice a day. I shall start using the gua sha too now.

@rickenbock99 5 лет назад

Thank you for this information-dense and valuable video. I love your book too! The sofritos cubes are so handy!

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

I am so glad you found it helpful, and that you love my sofrito cubes from my first book! So handy indeed.

@willycat7445 5 лет назад

The best video on Gua Sha I have seen. What is your take on using metal table spoons? 🥄🥄🥄🥄

@kbl437 5 лет назад

Willy Cat my mom used spoons all the time for the body. Never used as a facial though.

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

I wouldn't use a metal spoon, I would us a ceramic soup spoon (like what is served with soup at Chinese restaurants). I am actually going to do a video on how to use a ceramic spoon! That is how I started doing gua sha many years ago.

@tracymccosh5997 4 года назад

I really enjoyed this video. I appreciated your simplicity in the approach of technique. I will definitely try this, especially for my sagging jaw.

@Star1320Light 4 года назад

The massage points she uses just after her ear is awesome for stimulating the points that reduce sagging jaws.

@carolbilodeau8477 4 года назад

This was so interesting! I hardly use any night creams or eye creams but after seeing you do this and how it changed your face, i may have to invest in some as well as a roller. Thank you so much! I’m hoping it relieves some of the tension in my 67 yr old face!!!

@SparkleByMonica 4 года назад

This was very helpful. At work, my eye strain is also aggravated by severe red eye which we all believe is tied to poor air filtration/ lack of windows and old carpeting. I have to use drops every day, sometimes several times during the 8 hours. At home with 3 cats inside the house AND their litterboxes, I need nothing. lol. I've been interested in trying these tools out and enjoyed your description and demonstration. Thanks!

@jaceylataire2511 5 лет назад

Wow ... you look amazing!!! Your skin is amazing!!!

@amandatorres5893 5 лет назад

thank you! The combination of nutrition to promote skin health + high performance non-toxic skincare + gua sha has really been a magic formula for me and so many of my clients!