Crystals have been used in the beauty industry for many years where they hold a significant value in certain cultures.
Two crystal beauty instruments we sell here at Crystals & Flames is the very popular Gua Sha and the Crystal Face Roller. Both have been extremely popular over the past few years where they became a skin care stable for many people of all ages. The goal of these crystal beauty tools is to reduce something called Lymphatic Drainage. This is a combination of natural components in everyone’s skin that can create puffiness.
The Gua Sha originated in ancient China where it is still strongly used today. It is one of the oldest forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine ever recorded with historical records going back to the Stone Age. It is extremely interesting to us that these beliefs continue today as there is now scientific research backing up the facts behind why this product works.
An alternative to the Gua Sha, though being used in a very similar way is the Crystal Face Roller. These products are both used with a face oil to help glide along the skin rather than pull at the skin. Both products are used to reduce puffiness of the face to ultimately end up with a more defined facial feature such as more structure to your face. There are many different routines people use when they use their Gua Sha or Face Roller where they glide the product along the face, typically after it has been sitting in the fridge. Although these products being made out of crystal are a naturally cold mineral.
Unfortunately, the Gua Sha is not suitable for everyone. It is recommended that if you have medical conditions affecting your skin or veins, bleed easily or take blood thinning medication it may not be a safe option for you to include in your skin care routine. If you are ever not too sure on whether these products are right for you, always discuss with your health care professional.