What’s the point of scraping in winter?

　　In winter, the temperature is low and most of the pores on the human body are closed. Compared with other seasons, scraping at this time requires both warmth and effect, and more attention should be paid to methods. What’s the point of scraping in winter?

What’s the point of scraping in winter?

　　1. Prepare to keep warm in advance

　　Before scraping, make sure the indoor temperature is stable at 22-25°C to avoid air leakage from doors and windows. You can use a heater or air conditioner to preheat in advance, and wait until your body is slightly warm and your pores are slightly opened before starting to reduce the risk of cold air intrusion.

　　2. Adjust the wiping strength and angle

　　In winter, the skin is relatively tight and dry, so the shaving force needs to be slightly lighter than in summer, and the angle should be controlled between 15-45 degrees. It is advisable to use light red scab marks on the skin to avoid skin damage caused by excessive force and increased possibility of infection.

　　3. Extend the time between scrapings

　　In winter, the human body's metabolism slows down and the time it takes for Sha scars to fade away is prolonged. The interval between two scrapings should be no less than 7 days. Wait until the scars on the skin have completely subsided and there is no discomfort on the body before proceeding with the next treatment to give the body enough time to repair.

　　4. Strengthen protective measures after scraping

　　Immediately after shaving, dry your skin with a dry towel and quickly put on warm clothes, paying special attention to areas prone to cold such as shoulders, neck, waist and abdomen. Do not go out within 2 hours. If you need to go out, wear a scarf and a hat to prevent the invasion of wind and cold.

　　5. Choose the appropriate scraping medium

　　Avoid using thin aqueous media and use gua sha oil or petroleum jelly that contains ginger. This kind of medium can not only reduce skin friction, but the warm nature of ginger can also help drive away cold, which meets the needs of winter health care.

　　Gua Sha in winter is not "harming the body", but a good way to "keep the body healthy". The key lies in individual differences and scientific operation. If you have a cold constitution and often feel tired, you might as well try gently scraping the bladder meridian or shoulder and neck areas on your back in a warm room. If you persist for a while, you will find that your hands and feet are warmer and your energy is better. But remember: safety first, ask your doctor if you don’t understand, don’t blindly do it on your own.