Face Gua Sha Workshop

FACE GUA SHA WORKSHOP
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

THIS WORKSHOP IS OPEN TO ANYONE THAT WANTS TO DEEPEN THEIR
UNDERSTANDING AND PASSION FOR FACE GUA SHA TECHNIQUES.

Based on Chinese Medicine protocols, this hands on and self-care workshop incorporates elements of TCM face mapping and Gua Sha techniques on the face, neck and shoulders, acupressure points.

Gua Sha is an eastern that helps to decongest the skin and improve blood flow and circulation. The firm but gentle sweeping and 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.

In this workshop you will learn how to correctly use, hold, and practice gua sha for the face with rhythmic massage strokes, and how to smooth and gently scrape the skin in order to iron out fine lines, tightens the skin and speed up the elimination of congestion such as eye bags.

FACE GUA SHA BENEFITS

Tones the muscles of the face, instantly lifts, sculpts, contours and plumps the skin
Relaxes muscle tension in the face and neck
Boosts blood flow & circulation
Helps smooth existing lines
De-puffs and slims the face

WHAT WILL THE WORKSHOP COVER?

Theory:

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
T.C.M. face mapping
The lymphatic system

Practical:

How to use the Gua Sha tool
Bespoke Gua Sha tool (see video below) specifically designed 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 and when / how to use them
Treatment demonstration + practice
How to care for the tool

Gua Sha Technique:

Lymphatic drainage techniques over the face, neck, and décolleté
Lifting techniques of the facial muscles
Demonstration + Practice

DATE: ONGOING

This course consists in a series of pre-recorded lectures and videos, as well as a step-by-step manual and diagrams.

The material is available for six months.

COST: £250 (Includes our bespoke GODDESS © or ADONIS Gua Sha tools).

Shipping not included if outside the UK.

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LOCATION: This is a pre-recorded lesson with step by step techniques.

TRAINER: Francesca Canzano-Franklin, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Oriental Studies, Holistic Beauty

ENTRY REQUIREMENT: NONE.

This workshop is designed for FACE YOGA (TEACHERS), FACE EXERCISE practitioners and anyone that wishes to deepen their self-care Gua Sha face techniques.

TO BOOK: Contact us via Training@philosophia-botanica.com

At Philosophia Botanica we strongly believe that beauty routines are about making positive improvements to your health.

Our founder and Chinese Medicine practitioner, Francesca Canzano-Franklin, has captured the essence of thousands of years of Chinese wisdom into a gentle yet powerful face technique.

PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is not for anyone that wishes to apply the techniques in professional treatments.

PLEASE CHECK our PRO GUA PRO COURSE for professional therapists VIA HERE.

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Course fees are non-refundable and non-transferable from one course to another. All payments are non-transferable unless agreed with Philosophia Botanica Ltd at least four weeks prior to the commencement of the course. A refund of 50% of the course fee will be repaid if cancellation is received in writing prior to four weeks before the course. Course fees for cancellations within two weeks of the course date will not be refunded. We reserve the right to pursue any non-payment legally.