Facial Gua Sha
A Holistic Path to Facial Renewal and Balance

Facial Gua Sha is a therapeutic technique rooted in ancient Chinese medicine that gently revitalizes the face and neck by encouraging lymphatic flow, relieving muscle tension, and enhancing skin health. At 640 Health, this mindful treatment blends time-honored wisdom with modern holistic skincare to restore harmony, radiance, and balance from within.

The Art and Science of Facial Gua Sha

Facial Gua Sha is far more than a beauty ritual—it is a therapeutic practice designed to support the body’s natural healing mechanisms. Using smooth, polished stones, this gentle facial massage stimulates the connective tissue, fascia, and lymphatic pathways beneath the skin. The technique helps release built-up tension in the face, neck, and jaw, improving circulation and the flow of vital energy.

 

At 640 Health, each Facial Gua Sha session is performed with a deep understanding of anatomy and energetic balance. This treatment can stand alone as a focused therapeutic session or be combined with holistic skincare products, such as Botnia’s plant-based line, to enhance the nourishing effects on the skin. The result is not just an outer glow, but a deeper sense of relaxation, clarity, and wellbeing.

Facial Gua Sha
Facial Gua Sha

A Therapeutic Approach to Skincare

Unlike traditional facials that focus solely on surface results, Facial Gua Sha engages both the physical and energetic systems. The slow, rhythmic movements of the stones gently lift and sculpt the skin while encouraging lymphatic drainage—reducing puffiness, easing muscle adhesions, and detoxifying tissues.

 

This therapy is particularly beneficial for those who experience jaw tension (TMJ), chronic headaches, sinus congestion, or facial fatigue. By addressing these patterns holistically, the treatment promotes both visible and structural transformation. Over time, clients notice smoother skin, improved elasticity, and a more relaxed, uplifted appearance.

The Holistic Philosophy Behind the Practice

Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, Gua Sha translates to “scraping” or “brushing” and has been used for centuries to balance the body’s internal energy, or Qi. When applied to the face, this technique becomes more refined and gentle, working in harmony with the delicate facial tissues.

The practice also resonates with modern understanding of fascia and lymphatic health—both essential for optimal cellular communication, detoxification, and vitality. By integrating this ancient modality with contemporary holistic skincare, 640 Health bridges the gap between energy medicine and functional anatomy.

Facial Gua Sha Broad Cheek Stroke

Benefits of Facial Gua Sha

Regular Facial Gua Sha sessions offer numerous therapeutic and aesthetic benefits, including:

  • Stimulates lymphatic drainage and detoxification
  • Reduces puffiness, swelling, and sinus congestion
  • Relieves TMJ tension and facial tightness
  • Encourages healthy circulation for natural glow
  • Diminishes fine lines and wrinkles over time
  • Supports collagen production and skin elasticity
  • Eases headaches and neck stiffness
  • Promotes fascia release and muscle relaxation
  • Enhances absorption of holistic skincare products
  • Provides deep relaxation and energetic balance

A Mindful Experience at 640 Health

Each session at 640 Health is customized to meet your body’s needs and your skin’s unique rhythm. The therapist works with intentionality and awareness, inviting a parasympathetic response—the state where true healing and regeneration occur.

 

This mindful, heart-centered approach allows clients to reconnect with themselves on multiple levels. Many describe the experience as meditative: a pause from daily stress, a reawakening of inner stillness, and a renewed sense of being seen and cared for.

Integrating Facial Gua Sha into Your Wellness Routine

Consistency is key to maintaining the long-term benefits of Facial Gua Sha. Scheduling regular sessions encourages cumulative results, allowing the skin and fascia to retain their newfound elasticity and vitality. Clients are also guided on simple at-home practices to support continued balance and relaxation.

Pricing

$135, 60 mins

 

$155, 45 min Gua Sha + 60 min Swedish Massage

 

$165, 45 min Gua Sha + 60 min Deep Tissue Massage

 

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Facial Gua Sha with Skincare Treatment

This service combines an ancient Chinese therapeutic practice with a nourishing skincare treatment to contour the face and neck, addressing issues like stagnant lymphatic fluid, TMJ disorder, headaches, and signs of aging. 

$155, 105 mins

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