Bian stones were formed about 65 million years ago when a meteorite collided with Earth in Shandong, China. Known as “needle stone,” it is considered as a precursor to acupuncture, utilizing heated pointed stones (instead of acupuncture needles) to treat neck and back pain.
The Bian stone contains up to 40 trace minerals beneficial to the human body and has thermal conductivity and heat-storing capabilities. Studies have shown the properties of Bian Stone can help stimulate the circulation of blood, relax muscles, joints, and aid in anti-oxidation in human cells.
Benefits:Enhances skin elasticity, tightening and toning facial musclesHelps refine poresEvens skin toneReduces puffiness and dark circles around eyesHelps relieve facial tension and reduce appearance of fine linesImproves circulation and oxygen flowAids in elimination of toxins, reducing stress and inflammationImproves sinus conditions and congestionSupports product absorption.
Gua sha is a natural, alternative therapy that involves scraping your skin with a massage tool to improve your circulation. This ancient Chinese healing technique may offer a unique approach to better health, addressing issues like chronic pain.
In gua sha, a technician scrapes your skin with short or long strokes to stimulate microcirculation of the soft tissue, which increases blood flow. They make these strokes with a smooth-edged instrument known as a gua massage tool. The technician applies massage oil to your skin, and then uses the tool to repeatedly scrape your skin in a downward motion.
Gua sha is intended to address stagnant energy, called chi, in the body that practitioners believe may be responsible for inflammation. Inflammation is the underlying cause of several conditions associated with chronic pain. Rubbing the skin’s surface is thought to help break up this energy, reduce inflammation, and promote healing.
We recommend protecting this stone with the in the Pouch provided by Ava Kensington, remember this natural stone and is fragile if dropped on a hard surface.
Due to natural variations in the stone, every Ava Kensington Gua sha/ stone facial tool is a unique in colour and pattern. These are natural, and no two stones are alike. Sometimes there are natural occurring white lines in this stone. They are picked randomly.