Blogs Beauty Journal How to use a face Gua Sha

How to use a face Gua Sha

Facial self-massage with a rose quartz Gua Sha helps smooth, lift and naturally revive radiance. A simple, effective anti-ageing gesture to add to your routine.

Conseils Beauté•Jun 12, 2026 • 1 min de lecture

Why practise facial self-massage with a Gua Sha?

Facial self-massage has become one of the most sought-after beauty gestures for naturally combating sagging skin.

Performed with a rose quartz Gua Sha, facial self-massage helps to:

boost blood circulation
stimulate drainage
release the muscle tension behind expression lines
firm the facial contour
enhance the radiance of the complexion

The Gua Sha thus becomes a true anti-ageing self-massage tool to weave into your daily routine.

How to prepare your skin for self-massage

A successful self-massage always begins on clean, dry skin.

Next, apply a treatment oil so that the Gua Sha glides perfectly without pulling the skin. Warm the oil, such as the Maca Root Elixir, between your hands before applying.

You can gently warm your Gua Sha in lukewarm water to optimise the absorption of the active ingredients. Then finish your self-massage with the chilled stone to tighten pores and seal in the benefits of the treatment.

Mastering the right facial self-massage techniques

For an effective lifting self-massage, start on one side of the face, following the diagram below. Apply medium pressure, using enough oil for the Gua Sha to glide over the skin without pulling.

Repeat each movement 5 to 10 times. Then repeat on the other side of the face. It is perfectly normal for your face to flush slightly: a sign that circulation has been activated.

To see visible results:

at least 3 to 4 self-massages a week
ideally, a daily self-massage

Consistency is key for a lifting self-massage to deliver lasting results.

Complete your routine with

Face Gua Sha in Rose Quartz

46,00 €

Himalayan Elixir

68,00 €

Rose Quartz massage roller

46,00 €

En savoir plus

How do you use a face Gua Sha correctly?

+

Use the face Gua Sha on clean skin, with a treatment oil so the stone glides without pulling the skin. Movements should be slow, from the centre of the face outwards, then from the bottom up to support the lifting effect. Each stroke can be repeated 5 to 10 times on each side.

Should you use a Gua Sha in the morning or in the evening?

+

The Gua Sha can be used in the morning to awaken the complexion and decongest the face, or in the evening to release the tension of the day. In the morning, it helps smooth the features; in the evening, it rounds off a more relaxing skincare routine.

Can you use a face Gua Sha every day?

+

Yes, the face Gua Sha can be used every day, as long as your gestures are gentle and you never pull the skin. For visible results on radiance, drainage and the definition of the facial contour, regular use is recommended.

Which oil should you use with a face Gua Sha?

+

Choose a facial treatment oil suited to your skin type. The oil lets the Gua Sha glide easily while nourishing the skin; too dry a surface can cause friction and sensitise the skin. The Maca Root Elixir or the Himalayan Elixir are ideal companions for this self-massage ritual, allowing the Gua Sha to glide perfectly over the skin.