Gua Sha in Your 40s: What You Need to Know for Lifting, Sculpting & Healthy Skin
Gua sha in your 40s is about lifting and flow. Learn how to sculpt, lift, and support mature skin with a gentle, effective facial ritual designed to work with your face, not against it.
by Amber Boone, Holistic Aesthetician & Founder of Skin Soul Rituals
If you’re in your 40s and wondering whether gua sha is still worth doing or if it can actually help with sagging, puffiness, or loss of definition. The answer is yes, but how you do it matters more than ever.
Gua sha in your 40s requires a different approach than in your 20s or 30s. One that prioritizes lymphatic flow, muscle release, and consistency.
Gua sha isn’t about aggressive scraping or chasing instant results. In your 40s, it becomes a ritual for lymphatic flow, muscle balance, and long-term skin health.
Here’s what you need to know to get real results without irritating your skin or wasting time.
Does Gua Sha Work in Your 40s?
Yes, and in many ways, gua sha becomes more effective in your 40s because:
Lymphatic flow naturally slows with age
Facial muscles can hold chronic tension
Puffiness and dullness become more noticeable
Skin benefits from consistent circulation support
Gua sha works by:
Encouraging lymphatic drainage
Releasing facial muscle tension
Supporting circulation and glow
Helping sculpt and define the face over time
When done correctly, gua sha supports natural lifting, not artificial results.
What Changes About Gua Sha as You Age?
In your 20s and 30s, gua sha is often taught as a quick sculpting tool.
In your 40s, it needs to be:
Slower
Gentler
More intentional
Pressure should be light, not forceful. You’re guiding fluid and relaxing muscles, not trying to “push” the face into shape.
This is where many people go wrong.
Common Gua Sha Mistakes Women in Their 40s Make
If gua sha hasn’t worked for you, it’s often because of one of these:
Using too much pressure
Skipping face oil (this causes tugging)
Moving too quickly
Only focusing on the jawline
Expecting instant results instead of cumulative change
Consistency beats intensity every time.
This is why technique matters so much and why many people don’t see results at first.
If you want guidance without overthinking it, the free Gua Sha Foundations video series shows you exactly how to practice safely and effectively.
Get instant access to the video series.
The Best Gua Sha Routine for Your 40s
The most effective gua sha routine focuses on release first, sculpt second.
A simple approach:
Start at the neck and shoulders (this opens lymphatic pathways)
Move slowly along the jaw and cheeks
Finish with gentle lifting strokes on the forehead
Keep sessions short but consistent (5–10 minutes)
Doing gua sha 3–5 times per week delivers better results than doing it aggressively once in a while.
Why Face Oil Matters More in Your 40s
As skin matures, natural oil production declines which is why even if you had oily skin in your 20’s it can become dry in your 40’s and 50’s. Hormonal changes can effect changes in our skin as well.
Using the right face oil:
Prevents dragging and irritation
Supports the skin barrier
Enhances glow
Allows the gua sha tool to glide properly
Look for oils that are:
Lightweight but nourishing
Absorbable without clogging
Supportive of mature skin
This is why a gua sha ritual kit not just a stone makes such a difference.
Gua Sha vs Injectables: A Natural Alternative
Many women in their 40s are looking for:
Natural lifting
Healthier skin tone
Less dependence on injectables
While gua sha won’t replicate Botox, it does support:
Better muscle balance
Improved circulation
A healthier, more lifted appearance over time
It’s about working with your face, not against it.
Turning Gua Sha Into a Ritual
Gua sha works best when it’s something you enjoy.
Pair it with:
A nourishing face oil
Slow breathing
Soft lighting or candlelight
A calm mindset
This turns skincare into nervous system care, which shows up on your face just as much as any product.
Why the Glow & Sculpt Kit Supports Gua Sha Results
The Glow & Sculpt Kit was designed to support gua sha in a way that’s:
Gentle
Effective
Sustainable for long-term use
It pairs a high-quality gua sha tool with a face oil that provides the right slip and nourishment for mature skin, making it easier to stay consistent and see results over time.
Explore the Glow & Sculpt Kit and begin a facial ritual that supports natural lifting and radiant skin.
Final Thoughts
Gua sha in your 40s isn’t about chasing youth — it’s about supporting your skin’s natural intelligence.
With the right technique, pressure, and products, gua sha becomes one of the most powerful tools for glow, sculpting, and self-care.
And when practiced consistently, the results compound.
Gua sha works best when it feels intuitive and supportive, not confusing. If you’d like a gentle walkthrough you can follow at your own pace, the Gua Sha Foundations video series is a great place to start. Gua Sha Foundation Here.
How Gua Sha Sculpts and De-puffs and Supports Lymphatic Flow
Learn how circulation, consistency, and Gua Sha can naturally lift, de-puff, and restore glow, without Botox or injectables.
by Amber Boone, Holistic Aesthetician & Founder of Skin Soul Rituals
If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and felt like gravity is quietly taking over more puffiness, deeper lines, tension in the jaw or temples, you’re not imagining it.
Modern stress, poor circulation, and constant facial tension all show up on the face. And for many people, the answer they’re offered is injectables or aggressive treatments. I know this because I worked in Medical Aesthetics for over a decade.
But there is another way.
A way rooted in circulation, consistency, and gentle lifting, not freezing or forcing.
That’s where the Glow & Lift Kit comes in.
Why glow and lifting start with circulation (not force)
True glow doesn’t come from harsh actives or chasing instant fixes.
It comes from movement.
When circulation slows as we age, the face can appear:
dull or flat
puffy, especially in the morning (this is a struggle for me)
tense around the jaw, temples, and brow
more pronounced in areas like marionette lines and the “11s”
Facial tension restricts lymphatic flow, which is why puffiness and heaviness linger.
Gua Sha works because it:
encourages lymphatic drainage
increases blood flow
releases held tension
gently lifts through repeated movement over time
Glow follows circulation. Lift follows consistency.
The role of oil in facial sculpting
Gua Sha should never be done on dry skin because it allows to much tugging and pulling.
The right facial oil:
allows the tool to glide without pulling
supports the skin barrier
nourishes the skin during the ritual
enhances results instead of irritating the skin
Glow Elixir was created specifically for this purpose.
Glow Elixir for Barrier Repair and Hydration
What makes Glow Elixir different
Glow Elixir is a hydrating facial oil designed to restore the skin barrier, not overload it.
It’s made with:
Jojoba oil, slow-infused with rose petals and calendula to calm and nourish
Rosehip oil to support skin renewal and radiance
Vitamin E for barrier protection
Hinoki, bergamot, and sandalwood. Hinoki is known for its antibacterial properties, Bergamot helps to brighten and fade dark spots and Sandalwood works to target those fine lines and wrinkles. Its a trio, hand chosen by me for it’s active but nourishing effects.
All organic. All very intentional.
This blend supports:
smoother glide during your Gua Sha practice
softer, more supple skin
reduced irritation (even those with irritated or sensitive skin have been able to use this in their skincare regimen)
long-term glow through barrier health
Why the Glow & Lift Kit works as a system
The Glow & Lift Kit pairs Glow Elixir with an Ocean Agate Gua Sha tool, chosen for its calming energy and ergonomic shape.
Together, they address:
puffiness and fluid stagnation
facial tension (jaw, temples, forehead)
dullness and lack of definition
the desire for lifting without injectables
This kit is especially loved by people looking for natural alternatives to Botox and fillers — those who want results without disconnecting from their face. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with injectables. I did them for years but as I’m getting older I no longer wanted to spend the money or have something injected in my face. I simply wanted a natural way to feel confident and still look my best without going that route which is why the Glow & Lift Kit was created.
What to expect: before and after (realistic + honest)
Before using the kit
Many people notice:
waking up puffy
dull or tired-looking skin
deeper-looking marionette lines
forehead lines that feel “set in”
tension along the jaw and temples
After consistent use
Results happen in layers:
Immediately
visible depuffing
skin looks brighter and more awake
tension begins to release
With consistency (3–5x weekly)
softened appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
more sculpted jawline and cheek definition
reduced heaviness in the lower face
skin looks lifted, not frozen
Depuffing is fast.
Sculpting comes from repetition — and that’s where the magic is.
Learn proper Gua Sha technique (this matters)
Gua Sha works best when done correctly.
That’s why the Glow & Lift Kit includes access to a 5-Day Gua Sha Foundations series, where you’ll learn:
how to hold the tool correctly
proper pressure (gentle > aggressive)
techniques to sculpt the jawline
how to depuff and lift without irritation
This education is key — results come from how you practice, not just the tool.
Glow & Sculpt Ritual Kit
A ritual, not a routine
This isn’t about chasing perfection or erasing expression lines.
It’s about:
reconnecting with your face
releasing tension you didn’t realize you were holding
supporting circulation instead of fighting aging
choosing consistency over extremes
The Glow & Lift Kit is designed to become a ritual you return to, not another product that sits unused. You will savor each and every session and even look forward to them. It feels that good and once you see the results you’ll be locked in.
Is the Glow & Lift Kit right for you?
This kit is for you if:
you want lifting and sculpting without injectables
you struggle with puffiness or facial tension
you’re drawn to natural, holistic skincare
you believe glow comes from circulation
you’re willing to be consistent, not aggressive
Are you Ready to begin the Glow & Lift Ritual?
The Glow & Lift Kit combines Glow Elixir, an Ocean Agate Gua Sha tool, and guided support and education to help you sculpt, de-puff, and restore your natural glow.