It’s been a few years since gua shas and jade rollers were first introduced to us — and the idea of being able to sculpt and de-puff our faces at home had us obsessing over these beauty tools. Fast forward to today, and it seems that same sense of wonder and excitement has made a comeback. Why, you might wonder? Well, we just discovered that stainless steel gua shas are apparently a thing — and they may even be better than ones made with jade and rose quartz.
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How do stainless steel gua shas differ from jade and rose quartz gua shas?
There are quite a number of contrasts between the two types of gua shas; but it seems these differences are nothing but positive! Here are some of the benefits you get out of using a stainless steel gua sha:
- Stainless steel is self-cooling, making it naturally cold to the touch even without placing it in the fridge. (But if you’d prefer to, then why not?)
- In comparison to jade and rose quartz, stainless steel is more durable. So when it comes to choosing a stainless steel gua sha, you forego the risk of having it break too easily. Definitely a more worthwhile investment!
- Stainless steel is also non-porous, meaning that air or liquid won’t be able to pass through. In turn, mold can’t grow underneath the surface — and that means no risk of bacteria transferring onto your skin! (You should 100% still clean your gua sha, though.)
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Where to buy a stainless steel gua sha
We imagine you’re probably already sold on the idea of one — so now, where can you buy your own? The Collective is an online platform that offers a curation of beauty brands from around the globe, along with their very own line of beauty tools and accessories. The great news is that they’re based in the Philippines, and they ship nationwide!
Their gua sha is made with antimicrobial stainless steel, which is durable enough for you to last for a lifetime. Size-wise, it’s 11cm long, 7cm wide — it’s about the size and weight of an iPhone 5.
As with jade and rose quartz versions of the beauty tool, the stainless steel gua sha is ideal for getting rid of puffy eyes and dark circles, as well as de-bloating the face. The gua sha is also great for boosting collagen production, whose benefits include smoother and more lifted looking skin, along with minimised fine lines and wrinkles.
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To ensure that you’re getting the best use out of your stainless steel gua sha, The Collective’s director and co-founder Dominique Cojuangco also shares her best tips and tricks on their official IGTV. On top of that, they also created an Instagram filter specifically to help guide you. They definitely get plus points for making sure their customers safely and effectively make use of their product!
For more information on The Collective and their stainless steel gua sha, visit their official website or Instagram page.
All images credited to The Collective | Official Instagram Page
