PRO GUA SHA FACIAL IN-PERSON

PRO GUA SHA FACIAL: IN-PERSON COURSE

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INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED FACIAL COURSE

Based on Chinese medicine protocols, our Philosophia Botanica training protocol incorporates elements of TCM face mapping, traditional gua sha techniques on the face, neck, shoulders and décolleté, Chinese medicine acupressure points and meridians crossing the face, as well as facial fascia releasing techniques, lifting and sculpting techniques with our professionally designed gua sha board.

Face gua sha helps to decongest the skin and improve blood flow by stimulating blood circulation to the muscles, tissues and organs. The firm but gentle scraping movements encourage lymph drainage to the face and neck which detoxify, helping to clear sinus congestion, prevent acne, dark skin pigmentation and puffiness or dark circles under the eyes.

Qi, in traditional Chinese medicine is energy that flows through the body, and can become blocked, causing pain, puffiness or tension in the muscles and joints of the face too. Qi must be balanced and flow freely to ensure well-being and radiance. Gua sha techniques aim to relieve stagnation and blockages.

Regular facial gua sha, if applied correctly (scraping a must!) helps prevent acne breakouts by reducing clogged pores, can reduce acne scarring as it encourages new skin growth and will also allow the organic facial oils to penetrate deeper to nourish the skin.

WHO IS THIS COURSE SUITABLE FOR?

Professional therapists with a suggested minimum of 6 months

experience working with facial massage techniques.

Therapists that wish to further their skills and incorporate the techniques

in their treatments.

WHAT WILL THE COURSE COVER?

THEORY: Both in lecture style with Achara + access to our dedicated Online portal with Francesca Franklin.

An introduction to Chinese Medicine, the meridians and the five elements
The origin of the gua sha tool and treatment
The connection between traditional Chinese medicine and the skin
The T.C.M. meridians crossing the face and its distal points
T.C.M. face mapping, general skin conditions, the theory of beauty + wellness rooted in T.C.M
The lymphatic system
TCM and aging

PRACTICAL:

Face Mapping: theory + analysis during practice
We will introduce you to our bespoke Gua Sha tool that has been specifically designed by our TCM Founder + Master Trainer with different angles and edges in order to perform specific techniques such as scraping, lifting, draining, etc.
We will introduce and discuss different types of Gua Sha tools (sculpting spoons, and a variety of gua sha tools)
The art of scraping + the theory of raising a rash
The connection between traditional Chinese medicine and the skin
The T.C.M. meridians crossing the face + related acu-beauty points
T.C.M. face mapping and general skin conditions, the theory of beauty and wellness rooted in T.C.M.
The lymphatic system
Skin health and ageing
Treatment demonstration + practice
How to care for your hands (RSI prevention), posture and gua sha tool

FACE GUA SHA TECHNIQUES: Warming up scraping techniques + lifting techniques of the facial muscles. Our bespoke gua sha tool is used in rhythmic strokes to massage, smooth and scrape the skin to release stagnation, muscle tension and tightness in the face.

Lymphatic drainage techniques over the face, neck, and décolleté.
Scraping facial techniques: chest, neck, forehead, zygomatic region, facial muscles, chin region.
Facial acupressure techniques.
Facial fascial + sculpting techniques
Lifting techniques of the eye, brow and zygomatic muscles
Toning, lifting of the facial muscles, eyes and brow muscles.
Demonstration + Practice

GUA SHA COURSE DATES + FEES:

DATES: DUE TO ONLINE DEMAND, WE ARE CURRENTLY ONLY RUNNING THE ONLINE PRO GUA SHA

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