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The Premier Facial Gua Sha Training for Professionals

The beauty industry is changing.


Are you tired of working with chemicals and superficial quick fixes in your treatments?


Are you a massage therapist or acupuncturist wanting to bring more attention to the face and beauty in your treatments?


Are you ready to break into the green beauty industry? 


Clean beauty and wellness are becoming the new normal, and facial Gua Sha is a trend that's here to stay.


Let's be the change we want to see.

 

Meet Britta Plug

Founder of Green Beauty Academy

Hi. I’m Britta Plug, and I’m on a mission to change the beauty industry. I’m the founder of The Green Beauty Academy and co- founder of the clean beauty brand Wildling. I've been an internationally certified esthetician for 15 years, with a strong focus on facial massage. I want to share the modality that completely changed my career and my life. Facial Gua Sha is a technique drawn from ancient Chinese medicine, and can most easily be described as a specialized stone massage treatment for the face. In skilled hands, it can de-puff, sculpt, destress and detoxify the face in a single session. It’s been called a natural facelift, and touted as an alternative to botox. This course contains the exact framework I’ve developed over years of practice and study to go beyond the surface and affect muscle, lymph, and connective tissue. If you're looking to create dramatic results that go far deeper than any machine or product can reach, this course is for you.

Rave Reviews from Our Alumni

"You won't regret this investment!"

BZ Catalano

This course gave me so much knowledge and tools to be able to practice gua sha on clients. I loved the flexibility of working at your own pace and from the comfort of your home (or anywhere you wish). Having the modules spaced out is a great way to integrate what you learn without feeling overwhelmed! Couldn't recommend this enough!

"I'm getting visible results."

Irina Maximova

Since English is not my mother tongue I was afraid I wouldn't get enough value from this course, but all my warnings were in vain. I have fallen in love with gua sha and Britta’s technique. I've gotten visible results on myself and my clients. I’ve enjoyed the course very much!

Course Content & Materials

The course contains both pre-recorded elements and (optional) live calls with Britta.

  • Module 1: Welcome, Assessment & Energy • Accesible The Moment You Enroll

    In this module you'll learn the origins of gua sha and how to assess the skin through a brand new lens. You'll about the history of gua sha, learn how to create a strategic treatment plan based on your clients' skin and tissue condition, how to center your energy for an amazing treatment, how to integrate gua sha into your treatments and how to successfully introduce clients to amazing new modality.

  • Module 2: The Foundational Gua Sha Sequence

    This week we begin working with your tools in Gua sha 101! This fundamental protocol is suitable for almost everyone, and is the foundation upon which we will build your understanding and practice of all other specialized protocols in the course. You’ll begin learning the movements on yourself and then practice this powerful protocol on your clients to reveal amazing results.

  • Module 3: The Clear Sequence

    The Clear Gua Sha Sequence encourages powerful drainage to detoxify and de-puff the face. This routine clears stagnation and congestion, and brings clarity to the complexion. Learn to drain excess fluid from the face so facial sculpting and muscle release can be facilitated with maximum efficacy. In addition, The Clear Sequence can promote detoxification of the skin from the inside out, help to alleviate breakouts and congestion, and help calm the skin during and after extraction.

  • Module 4: The Release Sequence

    This protocol supports deep relaxation for the client and a therapeutic release of tension in the facial muscles. At this stage you’ll begin using a different hook-shaped gua sha tool. Muscle tension contributes to facial expressions looking stuck, dull and frozen. You’ll learn how to release specific muscle groups, clear blockages, and assist lymph and blood circulation to flow. After this treatment the tissue is toned and the skin returns to optimal health.

  • Module 5: The Lift Sequence

    The lift sequence is the most fun, creative, transformative part of the gua sha treatment. Now that you have cleared stagnation and released tension with the preceding sequences, you can begin sculpting and actually changing your client’s facial tissue. You’ll notice a dramatic lifting effect, watch decades of tension melt out of the muscle and in many cases, literally see the skin and face shape start to change beneath your fingers.

  • Case Study Workshop (Optional) • April 6 2021 at 1pm EST

    To help you perfect and refine your hands on technique, you can submit a client case study for Britta's personal feedback. Britta will share her critique on student videos in a live group call. Even if your video is not chosen for the call, Britta will still offer personal feedback in a voice note or email. This, like all the live calls will be recorded if you are not able to make it live.

  • Live Q & A Calls with Britta

    Join Britta live on Zoom video conference where she will answer all your questions about gua sha technique, skin conditions, how to get the best results for your clients, and any other questions that may arise in the course. Calls take place the first Tuesday of every month at 1pm EST. You can submit your questions before the call and if you are not able to make it live, don’t fret! She will answer your questions and you’ll be able to access the recording.

  • A Printable PDF Workbook

    You’ll receive a digital 30-page full-color workbook with illustrations and written instructions for each sequence. This workbook is fully downloadable and can be printed to have as a handy resource when practicing your technique.

  • Course Certificate & 5 CE's

    Once you complete 100% of the course material you will be awarded a certificate of completion that you can print and hang in your workplace. This course is NCBTMB certified and counts for 5 Continuing Ed Hours.

  • Student Directory & Facebook Group

    Connect with other green beauty enthusiasts around the world! In our facebook group you can ask questions of the community, share homework assignments and resources, and meet course participants from all over the globe. Not on Facebook? We also have a course directory for you to meet other students right inside the course website.

You'll Also Receive These Special Bonuses

  • Bonus: Chinese Acupressure Module with Samantha Story

    In this bonus module you’ll learn how to work with 23 different acupressure points using your gua sha tool. Samantha Story is Britta's resident facial acupuncture specialist, and in this module she’ll teach you how to use these points to release stagnant energy in the face, detoxify the skin, and relax the nervous system.

  • Marketing Bonuses: Pre-Planned Social Media Calendar and Pricing Your Treatments for Success

    You'll receive two marketing bonuses: 1. A PDF with three months of pre-planned social media content to market your treatments, and 2. A pricing module with beauty biz expert Lori Crete, to help you price your services for success.

  • Bonus: The GBA Gua Sha Treatment Map

    This in-depth, 10 page e-book will guide you in how to treat over 17 different skin conditions with, specialized treatment protocols using the the recommended sequences from the course.

Rave Reviews From Our Alumni

"Thank you for this gift."

Diane

I had been longing to learn Gua Sha and move into a more holistic approach but wasn’t sure where or with whom until I came across Britta on Instagram. Then this pandemic hit and this class was offered in such a beautiful way that I had to join. The knowledge and interaction throughout this course have been very clear & warm in addition to Britta’s lovely voice. Thank you for this gift.

"I recommend this training 100%."

Christina Karnatz

I‘m so happy that I joined the course. Before I started I thought it would be very difficult to learn a new technique in an online course, with my medium English. But it was wonderful and my highlight during this time. I can recommend this training 100% to every practicioner who is interested in holistic treatments.

Enrolling in Green Beauty Academy has been one of the best decisions of my career, and even my life."

Merrit Knize

This course went way beyond my expectations. Britta's teaching skills, her wealth of knowledge, the tips for practitioners to enhance treatments and connect better with our clients, the encouragement to practice proper self-care — the value of this class is priceless. I would take it all over again in a heartbeat! Enrolling in Green Beauty Academy has been one of the best decisions of my career, and even my life. Thank you!

FAQ - Tools, Licensure & Scholarships & Refund Policy

  • How long will I have access to the course material?

    You'll have up to six months to complete the course and receive your certificate. After that time you'll still have access to the course material to review and refresh, but to get your certificate you need to complete the course and take all quizzes in that six month window.

  • Are the Wildling tools included in the course tuition?

    No, but when you enroll you'll receive a code to get 20% off your Wildling order! Please note that due to COVID-19, we are currently experiencing fulfillment time of 2+weeks. In the course you don't begin using the stone until Module 2 so you have a bit of time before you need the stone.

  • Is this course completely self study?

    The modules themselves are pre-recorded so you can learn at your own pace and begin as soon as you enroll. There are also monthly Q and A Calls with Britta for all students, and a live case study workshop where you can submit a video for feedback on your technique. Calls take place the first Monday of every month starting in February 2021 at 3pm EST over zoom, and the case study workshop will be on April 5, 2021.

  • Do I need to be a licensed professional to take this course?

    Yes! Licensed estheticians, massage therapists, acupuncturists and anyone who has a license to do body work and touch therapy is welcome to take this class. If you are currently in school and pursuing your license, you are also welcome!

  • What is the refund policy?

    Since the course is delivered in its entirety upon enrollment we do not offer refunds.

  • Do you have a scholarship program?

    Yes, we offer a small amount of full and partial scholarships. Please email [email protected] to request an application.

  • I'm unsure if this course is a fit for me. Can I talk to someone?

    Absolutely! Just send an email to our Admissions Director Mary at [email protected] She will be happy to set up a time to answer your questions.