What are jade combs, and can they really promote blood flow and hair growth?

Using of jade combs can promote blood flow and hair growth

Jade rollers have long been a mainstay of self-care, but now Chinese medicine devotees and beauty influencers are using the stone directly to the scalp.

That is the theory behind jade combing, which is practiced with the hope of maybe promoting circulation, hair growth, and relaxation but does not have any reliable scientific backing.

Here are the opinions of a few knowledgeable specialists regarding the claims made for jade combing and whether or not you should give it a try.

How Do Jade Combs Work?

According to Cleveland Clinic, jade combing is related to gua sha, an old Chinese medical technique that focuses on using a smooth-edged tool to "rid" the body of inflammation to encourage circulation and healing.

According to Juli Kramer, owner of the holistic online health and fitness center Radiant Shenti in Englewood, Colorado, gua sha massage is frequently utilized to treat specific ailments by focusing on muscles and tendons.

On the other hand, according to Baltimore acupuncturist and proprietor of Charm City Integrative Health Tom Ingegno, jade combing entails using a comb made of jade to stimulate and massage the scalp. Jade combing is believed to improve blood flow to the area and encourage hair growth.

According to Ingegno, applying a little extra pressure to the toothed side of the brush stimulates the scalp, [theoretically] bringing fresh blood to the area.

According to Kramer, jade is employed primarily because it is one of the most respected stones in East Asian and Chinese medicine. According to Ingegno, jade "is said to improve health, longevity, and beauty." Take that with a grain of salt, though; according to Ingegno, there isn't any concrete proof to support claims about the benefits of utilizing jade for health.

However, rather than the jade itself, the combing process itself can provide the benefits. All forms of combing, including using your fingers, a wood comb, or a stone comb, will boost blood flow, claims Kramer.

What Are Jade Combs' Alleged Health Benefits and Are They Valid?

The main alleged advantage of jade combing is increased circulation. Some individuals really believe jade combs promote hair development, and jade comb sellers like Mount Lai, the company behind The Jade Massaging Comb ($52, Bloomingdales.com), make similar claims.

There is a dearth of research on how jade combing affects all of the aforementioned. Jade combs are only a luxury, according to board-certified cosmetic dermatologist Michele Green, MD, who treats hair loss in New York City, and they have no recognized real health advantages. Ingegno continues, "We really only have anecdotal evidence, and these are basically patient reports online."

The only indication in favor of this claim comes from a small, brief research that suggests massaging the scalp can help with hair development. Nine Japanese men participated in a small study that was published in 2016 in Eplasty that revealed four minutes of daily scalp massaging for 24 weeks enhanced hair thickness. More research is required.

Is Using a Jade Comb Harmful in Any Way?

Jade combing is harmless when done gently and in moderation, and are unlikely to hurt you in any way, according to Ingegno, despite the absence of studies that suggests it offers specific benefits.

High-quality jade can be expensive, but Kramer thinks buying an expensive comb for daily usage is not necessary. On Amazon or eBay, you can purchase a comb made of lower-quality jade for less than $10.

However, the aforementioned experts said that you should control your expectations and not anticipate significant changes. "Are the advantages profound? Most likely not, says Ingegno. "But if you don't drop them, the combs feel pleasant, are safe, and will last you a lifetime."


Do You Think You Should Try Jade Combing?

Beyond anecdotal reports, there isn't much data to back up the use of jade combs, but including jade combing in your self-care routines won't hurt either.

Ingegno advises, "Even if the outcomes are dubious, you won't damage yourself and you at least receive a nice comb.

Use of a Jade Comb

Since jade combing has roots in folk medicine and was [traditionally] performed at home, an expert is normally not required, according to Ingegno.

According to Ingegno, brush your hair for a longer period of time and with a little bit more force than usual against the scalp. Kramer asserts that while you can't comb your hair wrong, you can do so more effectively. For example, comb from front to back, back to front, left to right, right to left, upside down, and right side up. "Combing from all directions will offer the best results."

Your aim will determine how long it takes to see results. According to Ingegno, "you might notice a change after the first time if you're aiming to relax the scalp and remove some tension." It can take a few months [or might never happen] if you want to see fuller, healthier hair.

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