Cupping is amazing! It’s a reverse massage that detoxifies tissues, clears stagnation (aches & pains), improves circulation, boosts collagen production, and improves skin muscle & joint integrity. You can see a variety of skin responses from cupping from pink to deep purple with occasional blisters which all give us specific information about the tissues being cupped. We’ll cover that in another blog. Don’t let this reaction chart scare you, this would represent body cupping as we don’t do stationary cupping on the face. Most responses fall under the first 3 or the last one. It depends on what is going on in the underlying tissues.

Skin Reaction after Cupping
Skin Reaction after Cupping

This is a quick, gentle technique. Start with 2-5 minutes until you know how your skin responds in each area. Never leave cups on too long. Never do stationary cupping on your face. Never use on swollen or broken skin. The fleshy areas are where you want to use cupping.

The adjunctive oils listed below are for sliding cupping and aftercare. Don’t like the cupping marks you’ve seen on athletes? Do sliding cupping instead. You control the amount of suction by how much you squeeze the silicone cups when attaching to the skin. It is not meant to be painful. Only do cupping to moderate tolerance. No pain, especially with sliding cupping.

The bonus Moxa Packs at the bottom? What’s Moxa?! Hmmm, that’s for another blog as well! I will tell you it is a nourishing herb (smells like pot, but is not 😉 ) that is typically burned over needles, on the skin with a barrier, or applied as a paste with a heat lamp on the skin by me, the Licensed Acupuncturist. These packs do NOT smell like pot. Only when burned does it raise eyebrows. Lol.

This is an awesome way to nourish those who are cold: Blood, Qi, or Yang Deficient. Think pale, weak, dry skin, dizziness, undigested food in the stool (yup, I went there), and frequent colds and illness. These will all be addressed in future blogs so stay tuned!

By the way, if you have a lot of the above mentioned Deficiency symptoms you should go light on the cupping. We’ll talk about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Patterns relating to Qi, Blood, Yin, Yang, & Essence in future blogs as well.

Favorite Cupping Essentials + Bonus items

Glam Facial Face Cupping Set – Cupping Therapy Sets Massage Kit with Silicone Cleansing Brush for Instantly Ageless Skin, Works for Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Improves Collagen (GLAM – Pink)

Glam Facial Face Cupping Set - Cupping Therapy Sets Massage Kit with Silicone Cleansing Brush for Instantly Ageless Skin, Works for Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Improves Collagen (GLAM - Pink)
Plumps lips, brings better circulation to facial skin to give you that glow! Great for neck and chin as well. #lip #plump #facial #collagen #firm #tone https://amzn.to/43eH9pm

WHITE CHIA OIL. 100% Pure/Natural Cold Pressed Carrier Oil. 0.5 fl.oz-15 ml. For Skin, Hair, Lip and Nail Care. “A remarkable and stable source of omega-3, 6 & 9, B-vitamins and minerals”.

WHITE CHIA OIL. 100% Pure/Natural Cold Pressed Carrier Oil. 0.5 fl.oz-15 ml. For Skin, Hair, Lip and Nail Care. “A remarkable and stable source of omega-3, 6 & 9, B-vitamins and minerals”.
Works great for facial cupping! Loaded with nutrients for the skin. #omega #nutrients #hair # skin #nails https://amzn.to/3os1wQY

MAFLY Cupping Therapy Sets 7Pcs Silicone Anti Cellulite Cup Vacuum Suction Massage Cups Facial Cupping Sets Body and Face Massager for Adults Home Use

MAFLY Cupping Therapy Sets 7Pcs Silicone Anti Cellulite Cup Vacuum Suction Massage Cups Facial Cupping Sets Body and Face Massager for Adults Home Use
Love these! Amazing easy to use. Great for plumping those lips, bringing better circulation to facial tissue and cellulite. Use in the shower. Washes easily. #facial #cupping #TCM #silicone https://amzn.to/45D0LVC

New York Biology Anti Cellulite Massage Oil 8 Fl. oz – Made with 100% Natural Oils – Body Oil for Massage Therapy, Muscle Relaxation and Deep Tissue

New York Biology Anti Cellulite Massage Oil 8 Fl. oz – Made with 100% Natural Oils – Body Oil for Massage Therapy, Muscle Relaxation and Deep Tissue
Great for cupping! #cellulite #cupping https://amzn.to/43aLKJj

6 Sizes Cupping Therapy Set-Professional Cupping Therapy Studio and Household Silicone Cupping Set, Stronger Suction, Suitable for Myofascial Massage, Muscle, Nerve, Joints

6 Sizes Cupping Therapy Set-Professional Cupping Therapy Studio and Household Silicone Cupping Set, Stronger Suction, Suitable for Myofascial Massage, Muscle, Nerve, Joints
Great self care in the shower. Use with oil for sliding cupping for cellulite, muscle tension etc. Flexible, easy to use and wash. #Silicone #cupping #selfcare #cellulite #pain https://amzn.to/3WFVJUl

LURE Essentials Edge Cupping Set – Ultra Clear Blue Silicone Cupping Therapy Set for Cellulite Reduction and Myofascial Release – Massage Therapists and Home Use (Set of 4, Blue)

LURE Essentials Edge Cupping Set – Ultra Clear Blue Silicone Cupping Therapy Set for Cellulite Reduction and Myofascial Release - Massage Therapists and Home Use (Set of 4, Blue)
Great for muscle tension and recovery. Easy to use in the shower. Washable. Durable. #cupping #silicone #muscletension #cellulite https://amzn.to/3oteVIx

PURA D’OR Organic Moroccan Argan Oil (4oz / 118mL) USDA Certified 100% Pure Cold Pressed Virgin Premium Grade Moisturizer Treatment for Dry, Damaged Skin, Hair, Face, Body, Scalp (Packaging may vary)

PURA D'OR Organic Moroccan Argan Oil (4oz / 118mL) USDA Certified 100% Pure Cold Pressed Virgin Premium Grade Moisturizer Treatment for Dry, Damaged Skin, Hair, Face, Body, Scalp (Packaging may vary)
Great for hair skin nails. Doesn’t leave skin greasy. Can be used with oily skin. #Arganoil #organic #coldpressed #hair #skin #nails https://amzn.to/42aGDY7

K.S. Choi Corp Heat Packs Hand Body & Feet Warmers Large Size (5" x 4") Stays Warm for 12+ Hours (10 Warmers with Each Order) Great for Menstrual Pain Relief
Nourishing warmth in a long lasting pack. I used these skiing all day and still warm for the ride home! #moxa #heatpack #cramps #pain https://amzn.to/3MM949k

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