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Gua Sha Benefits -What Improvements Can Honestly Be Expected

We recently had the chance to chat it up with our resident Beauty Editor, Alicia Suggs, of The L.A. Glow about Gua Sha Benefits! The hottest new facial treatment that is rumored to give an improved appearance; sculpt as well as tone the skin naturally. No harmful ingredients or surgery necessary!

So then, how does it work? Moreover, why is this beauty treatment so effective in making skin healthier? Plus, how many different benefits can one hope to gain by getting Gua Sha done on a regular basis.

Gua Sha Benefits -What Improvements Can Honestly Be Expected

1966: Thanks for taking the time to explain this to us Alicia! We know you stay busy!

Alicia: [Laughs] No problem, always here to help answer skin and beauty questions for you guys.

1966: So tell us, what is Gua Sha and why is it so great at improving the look of skin?

Alicia: Well, Gua Sha is quickly becoming one of my top additions to my facials that my clients request because it is tried and true. It has a long history in beauty, going all the way back to the ancient medical traditions of China and Southeast Asia.

During the treatment I use a little tool made from jade stone to perform intentional and repetitive movements. It’s these movements that allow me to really get in there and remove waste.

1966 Magazine Beauty Editor and Esthetician Alicia Suggs. Owner of The L.A. Glow.

1966: Uhm… waste?

Alicia: [Laughs] Yeah… but trust me you WANT me to remove it. You see, Gua Sha actually works along with your body’s lymphatic system. Specifically in the face, the lymphs are like the “septic system” for drainage.

The best way I can describe it to my clients is to think about using a broom to clean a house. You take that broom and sweep up, cleaning out dirt or anything else you don’t want lying around. Gua Sha movements act like a sweeper, gliding across your face to remove any congestion or waste.

That’s why skin ends up looking so great after because everything is flowing properly because there are no blocks. However, lymphatic drainage has to be carried out in the right order if you want to see the most benefits; which is why it is good to seek out a professional.

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Gua Sha Benefits

1966: Alright, noted we should go visit a pro like you (Alicia is an Esthetician in Los Angeles, California) to get it done right. Besides healthier looking skin are there any more benefits we should know about?

Alicia: Of course! There are a ton of them. Just to name a few, in many cases Gua Sha can help improve: fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles, sagging skin, puffy eyes, acne as well as troublesome pimples.

There are other benefits, but many come in wanting to help with the issues I just named; and they are VERY happy with the results. Plus, Gua Sha just feels good! It’s very relaxing. So you get to come in, de-stress and leave with glowing skin that’s vitality has been renewed.

1966: Well, that sounds like an amazing skincare treatment, especially the dark undereye circles part. A lot of us have to deal with that.

Alicia: Exactly, Gua Sha works to really reduce puffiness, darkness and soften deep set eyes naturally. It’s just a great procedure to help bring the life back into your face and skin.

1966: Okay we’re sold! [laughter] Thanks again for the chat Alicia, until next time.

Alicia: It’s a date.

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Beauty Quickie: Best Dark Circle Concealer Tip- Use a Darker Shade

Best Dark Circle Concealer

Beauty Quickie: Does it seem like your puffy eyes are thicker than a snicker? Fixing tired eyes to many may seem like a simple solution. For instance, many would say to simply get more beauty rest or slap on some concealer. While both fixes are noble, nevertheless, would you consider trying out a makeup tip that seems kind of unorthodox but the results can be beyond amazing? Well, just hear us out with today’s Beauty Quickie: Best Dark Circle Concealer Tip- Use a Darker Shade?

Best Dark Circle Concealer Tip- Use a Darker Shade

How do you normally apply concealer? For must of us, we pat or slide on one shade of concealer that extends from one end to the other end of our entire under eye area. However, our celebrity makeup professional friends say that to really make dark circles disappear it is recommended to use two different tones. A lighter shade as well as darker shade.

Use the lighter shade to highlight the crease (the area right where you feel bone beginning under your eye) and apply a slightly darker shade of foundation to the dark circle area itself. Remember dark colors help to disguise and minimize, while lighter colors highlight and pronounce areas.

Best Dark Circle Concealer

Think this method doesn’t work? True or false, do most consider black or white to be a more slimming color? Right, the darker color is known for being able to create a slimming effect. This same principle applies with makeup. Therefore, use a darker shade along with your concealer and watch your dark circles disappear.

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Best Dark Circle Concealer