Why We Love It:  Agate is favored for its durability, with a Mohs scale hardness rating of 6.5-7. This crystal symbolizes harmony and rebalance. Agate has a calming, grounding effect and is often used to balance yin and yang energies. It can also be used to cleanse the aura and remove negative energy. Agate is closely associated with the Third Eye and Crown chakra. It is known for its colorful, banded patterns and wide range of hues.  * Supports a healthy glow by promoting blood circulation to the skin * Tightens and tones the skin, enhancing elasticity * Reduces puffiness, eye bags, and dark circles around the eyes * Discourages the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles * Relieves facial tension The beauty of Gua Sha is that (similar to any form of massage) there’s no right or wrong way to do it! It should feel like a ritual - something you look forward to! GuaSha is the Chinese word for scraping. In addition to aiding in lymphatic support, the Gua Sha stone is a wonderful tool for performing self-massage. Because no two people have the same bone structure or facial anatomy, no two people will use their Gua Sha stone the exact same way. You do not need to follow a specific method. Experiment with the different sides/angles of your stone and allow it to feel intuitive.

Instructions: After cleansing, apply your favorite facial oil. For lymphatic support: Using very little pressure, glide the stone in an ‘out and down’ pattern for several passes. For massage: Glide the stone in whichever way feels best, using any amount of pressure that you prefer