The double chin is the culprit behind a lot of our insecurities.
While there is nothing to be insecure about something completely natural, we sure could use a solution that would bestow us with a chiselled face without going under the knife.
Well, there is hope – the Gua Sha is here to save the day (along with a lot of $$$).
What is a Gua Sha?
The Gua Sha is a tool made of semi-precious stones which have been an integral part of face and body massaging for centuries. People claim that using the Gua Sha while massaging your face can give you a natural facelift and a sculpted look. Isn’t that what we all dream of?
What causes a double chin?
The double chin is caused by a layer of fat under your skin.
While exercises help you get rid of fat from other parts of the body, the mini face workout with Gua Sha may help accomplish the same for your double chin.
Enhanced Lymphatic Drainage with a Gua Sha
Poor lymphatic drainage is the main reason behind a puffy face and double chin. The Gua Sha is famous for improving lymphatic drainage.
The Gua Sha distributes the lymph in the vessels and results in proper lymphatic drainage. Thus giving the illusion of a reduced double chin.
Stimulation of Growth of Collagen Fibers
The collagen fibers are responsible for keeping the skin firm and taut. Hence, increased growth of collagen fibers can keep the wobbly double chins at bay.
The Gua Sha relieves tension in the muscles and stimulates the production of collagen fibers. The enhanced flexibility of the muscles results in a more sculpted and chiselled jawline sans a double chin.
Get Rid of Face Fat with a Gua Sha
The Gua Sha also triggers the reduction of the chin fat either by burning it or mobilizing it.
You’d no longer have to worry about that perfect camera angle to show a pseudo-sculpted jaw when you own a Gua Sha!
Steps to Reduce Double Chin with Gua Sha
Step 1
Sterilize the Gua Sha. Make sure you handle the tool with clean hands.
Step 2
Cleanse your face and neck.
Step 3
Apply some facial oil or moisturizer that’ll make the tool glide easily over your skin.
Step 4
Gently drag the Gua Sha from your collarbone towards your jawline using a firm but gentle motion. Increase the pressure a tad bit when you reach the jawline. Repeat this step 5x on both sides of the neck.
Step 5 & more…
Next, place the curved notch at the base of your throat and drag it towards your chin. Repeat this 5x.
Place the notch of the Gua Sha on your chin and then drag it upwards towards your jawline till it reaches your ears. Repeat this 5x.
Using a Gua Sha to get rid of a double chin requires not only proper technique but consistency as well. Alongside Gua Sha, do some facial exercises and facial yoga to speed up the elimination of face fat.
However, no matter how many instruments may be available at your disposal, never let face fat or any fat per se dim your shine!