Why acne appears after guasha massage: many people miss an important step in the procedure

There is a lot of controversy surrounding the benefits of guasha massage. And although in the ancient Chinese tradition the gouache scraper was not used at all to combat wrinkles, modern women note that after a light self-massage they look better and fresher – and sometimes they even forget the pockets and strong folds in certain areas of the face.

Nevertheless, some girls believe that massage with gouache is categorically not suitable for them, because after it acne appears on the skin from time to time.

Many are inspired to use quartz stone after beauty bloggers’ videos on social media. In such videos, they first wash their faces, then massage themselves, then apply daily cream and apply makeup. In fact, the gouache stone should be used in this order: washing, application of serum or massage oil, followed by washing. Only after repeated washing can creams and decorative cosmetics be applied to the skin.

The fact is that guasha stone massage products are not designed to stay on the face for long, even if the manufacturer claims otherwise. In order for the stone to slide well and not hurt the skin, these products contain many oils that can have a comedogenic effect.

If repeated washings do not help reduce the appearance of acne after guasha, then this type of massage is not suitable for your skin in general. It is better to take a closer look at massagers with microcurrents or vibrations – and consult a dermatologist about the nature of rashes.