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Cupping & Gua Sha

Cupping lifts tissue with suction; gua sha presses and scrapes along it. Both are traditional techniques used to increase local blood flow and release fascia, and both leave temporary marks that are the normal, expected result rather than a bruise from injury.

This collection holds 16 silicone cups, vacuum sets, gua sha stones and scraping tools.

Cupping vs gua sha

  • Silicone cups — squeeze and place, easy to move around, gentlest to learn on.
  • Vacuum cups with a pump — stronger, adjustable suction; leave the most visible marks.
  • Gua sha stones — jade, rose quartz or stainless steel; used with oil, scraped along the muscle in one direction.
  • Scraping boards — larger contact area for the back and legs.

Frequently asked questions

Why does cupping leave circular marks?

Suction draws blood toward the surface of the skin. The marks are not bruises from impact and are usually painless; they typically fade within three to seven days.

Who should avoid cupping and gua sha?

Anyone taking blood thinners, with fragile or broken skin, active infections, a bleeding disorder, or who is pregnant. Never cup or scrape over varicose veins, moles or inflamed skin.

Do I need oil for gua sha?

On the body, yes — the stone needs to glide, and dry scraping damages skin. On the face, a facial oil or serum. Clean the stone after every use.

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