Margot Robbie, Miranda Kerr, Jessica Alba—these are just three luminaries who have turned to the ancient healing art of gua sha to refresh their appearances and bolster their overall wellness.

And why wouldn’t they?

Society is increasingly shifting away from get-fixed-quick methods for relieving what ails them, and seeking out timeworn natural remedies. These include the ancient art of cupping used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and body brushing. But the new star on the horizon is gua sha — and, as the #guasha craze proves, it’s officially in the limelight.

But what is gua sha, exactly—and what are its leading benefits? Keep reading as we scrape away the layers.

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