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In this eye-opening episode, we tackle one of the most pervasive myths surrounding Gua sha: its supposed detoxification powers. Despite the countless claims you’ll find online and the buzzword-filled pitches from tool sellers and trainers, the idea that Gua sha detoxifies simply doesn’t hold water.

Join me as I debunk this misconception and explore what detoxification truly means in the body, including how our liver, kidneys, and circulatory systems already handle ...

In this special presentation for the Scientific Esthetics Symposium, I introduce the "Natural Science of Gua sha" which I shaped by over 25 years of practice and experimentation, particularly during my time in North Africa. Rejecting the commercialization and misrepresentation of Gua sha in modern contexts, I emphasize its historical roots as a simple, accessible practice for community health in rural Southeast Asia.

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In this episode of The Gua sha Show, Clive Witham pulls back the curtain on the world of Facial Gua sha, revealing five shocking truths that might just change the way you view this ancient practice completely. Discover why facial Gua sha is often mistaken for lymphatic drainage, learn about its real history, and understand why the right technique matters more than the tools you use. Clive's decades of experience and deep research come together to debunk widespread ...