No, Gwyneth Paltrow has not been abducted by aliens and those are not scars from alien probing.
She was photographed at a movie premiere with the mysterious dark circles on her back - a temporary result from Cupping.
From Olympic swimmers to the Hollywood elite, Cupping is a form of treatment sought after for its benefits.
Cupping is one of the oldest forms of traditional Chinese medicine. It assists in pain reduction (for instance, back and shoulder pain) as well as draws toxins from the skin.
The process is painless, though, intriguing to watch.
Glass cups are warmed using a cotton ball or other flammable substance, which is soaked in alcohol, lit, then placed inside the cup. Burning a substance inside the cup removes all the oxygen, which creates a vacuum.
As the substance burns, the cup is turned upside-down and placed over a specific area. The vacuum created by the lack of oxygen anchors the cup to the skin and pulls it upward on the inside of the glass as the air inside the jar cools. Drawing up the skin is believed to open up the skin's pores, which helps to stimulate the flow of blood, balances and realigns the flow of qi, breaks up obstructions, and creates an avenue for toxins to be drawn out of the body.
The red, circular marks are temporary and diminish over time.
In China, cupping is used primarily to treat respiratory conditions such as bronchitis, asthma, and congestion; arthritis; gastrointestinal disorders; and certain types of pain. Some practitioners also use cupping to treat depression and reduce swelling.
Contact Green Valley Salon and Spa with questions regarding Cupping or to schedule an appointment. 707.425.6100
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Meet Rubin Solis
Certified Massage Therapist
Ruben's goal is to alleviate pain and help clients live pain free. He graduated from Milan Institute in Fairfield, CA in 2009, with certifications in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Prenatal, Hot Stone and chair massage.
In addition, he has been trained and certified in cupping therapy. He has been practicing cupping therapy for over 10 years and feels that this type of therapy can relieve many common pains and loosen tight muscles.
Schedule a service (any massage or cupping therapy) with Ruben and receive 15% off your service. Please print the coupon below and present it at time of service to redeem this special offer. Offer ends April 30, 2011.
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