Ep 19: The Science Behind Gua Sha - Does it Really Work?

Dermatology Weekly Flash Briefing - Gua Sha is a treatment that involves scraping a flat jade or rose quartz stone over the skin. The purported benefits include improved blood circulation, relief of muscle tension, increased absorption of cosmeceuticals; but is there any evidence to these claims? Join Dr. Teo Wan Lin in this episode as she breaks down the scientific evidence behind Gua Sha, if any, and shares her thoughts on Gua Sha facials as a dermatologist.  Want more of our podcast? Episode Recaps and Notes:https://www.scienceofbeauty.net/; Instagram: @drteowanlin; Youtube: http://bit.ly/35rjbve

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A beauty podcast by dermatologist Dr Teo Wan Lin on the science of beauty in the art of expression. The author of "On Thoughts, Emotions, Facial Expressions & Aging” in the International Journal of Dermatology¹, Dr TWL expounds on neuroaesthetics, the science of how the brain perceives beauty and the particular influence of art on the brain. Master Your Beauty Game A brand new perspective on how-to beauty. Discover how to be beautiful by embracing your most authentic self. Get Beautiful Inside Out For 2025.