Is facial gua sha effective for nasolabial folds?
Beyond natural facial lines, as we age, collagen and moisture levels in skin cells gradually decrease. Subcutaneous fat also progressively shrinks and sags, creating surface depressions—particularly along the sides of the nostrils—leading to nasolabial folds.
Using a small gua sha tool, you can comprehensively target facial acupoints. Apply moderate pressure to glide the tool along the cheeks toward the ears, feeling the nasolabial folds stretch and extend diagonally upward. Repeat ten times. For the acupoints near the nostrils, gently press with the tool for ten seconds.Next, glide the tool from the front of the ears down both sides of the neck toward the lymph nodes. This aids in detoxification and drains excess fluids, promoting firmer skin.
How to Reduce Nasolabial Folds
Proper Sleeping Position
Improper sleeping posture can contribute to nasolabial folds. Whenever possible, sleep on your back. Sleeping on your side may deepen wrinkles.
Additionally, using a silk pillowcase is beneficial. Silk is soft and breathable, minimizing friction and pressure on the skin during sleep, thereby reducing the likelihood of wrinkles forming.Additionally, use a silk pillowcase. Silk is soft and breathable, minimizing wrinkle formation on the face even with pressure and friction during sleep.
Control facial expressions
Beyond smiling, which creates laugh lines, expressions like pursing or twisting the lips increase the likelihood of nasolabial folds. Those who love to smile should avoid overly exaggerated expressions.
Choose the Right Skincare Products
Opt for ingredients that promote collagen regeneration in the dermis, such as cell growth factors and low-molecular-weight collagen. These stimulate or replenish dermal tissue regeneration, improving wrinkles and enhancing skin firmness. Select products with ingredients that assist in exfoliating dead skin cells to reduce superficial wrinkles.Opt for hormone-supporting ingredients like Kaitin, Shanyao extract, soy isoflavones, curcumin, and peptides to regulate and stimulate hormonal functions, thereby firming the skin.