Let’s discuss several options that can be applied to the skin after Hijama Cupping Therapy.
Hijama Cupping Therapy is an ancient alternative medical treatment for ailments and health issues. In today’s world, people are exhausted and irritated by the continuous use of medications. They are inclined toward alternate therapies, and Hijama/Wet cupping therapy is becoming popular among them.
For centuries, Hijama cupping therapy has been used as a safe and common method to handle several health issues. When cups are applied to the targeted area of the skin, they create negative pressure. Then, tiny incisions are made to extract the toxins.
When a negative pressure is drawn in the cup through a suction gun, the suction pulls the skin up, and as a result, tiny blood vessels and capillaries on the upper part of the skin break. This is why the area around the cup starts changing colour. This process is called ecchymosis or discoloration of the skin.
Hijama extracts some stuff from the deep tissues into the superficial layers of the skin so that they can be quickly expelled from the body. These marks include:
- Toxins
- Dead lymph
- Stagnated blood
- Cellular debris
- Pathogenic factors
- Dead blood cells
Skin becomes very sensitive after cupping. The negative pressure produced by vacuuming the cups exposes the skin’s pores to drain the toxins and stagnated materials out of the body. The exposure of the pores makes the skin very vulnerable to infections.
What to Apply On The Skin After The Session
Taking care of the skin instantly after cupping prevents it from redness, burning sensation, itching, soreness and infections. Several options could be applied to protect it from skin issues.
1- Honey
Honey has been passed down as a skincare product for centuries because of its antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties. The unique creation of honey makes it valuable for healing wounds, and scars and clearing the skin from infections. Honey moisturizes and hydrates the skin. It has antifungal and antibacterial properties to promote healing and cellular regeneration.
Honey has always been one of my favourite natural moisturizers to apply to the skin after cupping, the only concern is the sticky texture of the honey. Clients feel uncomfortable with the sticky texture otherwise the results are always exceptional with applying honey on the skin after cupping.
2- Natural Oils
Natural oils like olive oil, coconut oil, almond oil, black seed oil, and shea butter have healing properties that nourish the damaged skin. Unlike other moisturizers, which evaporate easily on the skin surface, oils absorb in the skin and stay there for hours. Sometimes the skin gets very dry after the incisions, applying oil after the session promotes healing and reduces the appearance of scars. The wound-healing properties of the oils help to prevent scar tissue from forming. Applying oil may also reduce the redness caused by cupping.
3- Petroleum Jelly
Applying petroleum jelly to the incision area helps to heal the injured skin. Petroleum jelly doesn’t let the skin get dry, it keeps the wound moist. This oily moisturizer soothes the redness of the new scars and lowers the chance of infection. Sometimes clients feel burning sensations after Hijama cupping therapy. The burning sensation is considered very mild and normal. It affects the outer layer of the skin and goes away in a couple of hours. Applying petroleum jelly minimizes the time of burning sensation.
4- Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is one of the most widely used herbal plants to reduce swelling that may occur later because of cupping, relieve redness, diminish the discoloration of the skin, and promote the rapid growth of new blood cells. The molecular structure of the aloe vera plant heals the incisions quickly and minimizes the scars by boosting collagen. Its anti-inflammatory properties reduce the pain and soreness of incisions.
5- Glycerine
Glycerine is one of the most valuable substances nowadays. It can be applied to all skin types, whether dry, oily or sensitive. It is commonly used in most skin-care products because it promotes healthy skin. Glycerine keeps the skin moist and hydrated. It improves skin function by healing damaged skin and protecting skin from irritants.
Glycerine is recommended to be applied after Hijama cupping therapy. After the session the skin gets dry and glycerine helps to hold the moisture on the skin, protecting it by keeping the fluids in and kicking the infectious bacteria out of the skin.
6- Antiseptic cream
Antiseptic substances are mostly used to help stop the growth of bacterial microorganisms, particularly after injury, cuts, or open wounds. They also prevent infections and protect the skin from harmful bacteria. Antiseptics may speed up the healing process after incisions.
To conclude, the skin gets over-sensitive after Hijama. It should be taken care of for the next 24 hours to attain relief from the after-effects of Hijama cupping therapy. Each skin type has its unique characteristics and should be treated accordingly. Whatever suits your skin, apply after the session of Hijama cupping therapy.
