We compared two facial gua sha tools: the Rena Chris Gua Sha Facial Tools and the PLANTIFIQUE Jade Roller & Gua Sha Tool Set.
What we looked at
What is included, material, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lower price on a standalone stainless steel gua sha tool, the Rena Chris is the value pick at £8.92. If you would rather pay £11.03 more for a bundled jade roller and gua sha set made from certified stone, the PLANTIFIQUE is the alternative, at £19.95.
An £8.92 stainless steel gua sha tool for beginners.
A £19.95 jade roller and gua sha set handcrafted from natural stone.
Rena Chris Gua Sha Facial Tools, Stainless Steel — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a gua sha facial tool handcrafted from 100% 304 stainless steel, tougher and unbreakable making it suited to gua sha beginners, used in traditional Chinese medicine to promote blood circulation, reduce puffiness, sculpt the jawline and relieve tension, presented in an elegant box with a user manual and cleaning cloth included.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the PLANTIFIQUE on these listings, at £8.92
- Stainless steel is tougher and unbreakable, per the listing
- Includes a user manual and cleaning cloth
- Presented in an elegant gift box
Worth knowing
- No jade roller included, unlike the PLANTIFIQUE set
- Single-tool set rather than a bundled roller-and-gua-sha kit
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Gua sha beginners wanting a simple, durable tool
- Anyone who prefers a metal tool over natural stone
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a bundled roller included
- Buyers who specifically want a natural jade stone
PLANTIFIQUE Jade Roller & Gua Sha Tool Set — Complete Gift Set
Intended for: Marketed as a jade roller and gua sha tool set handcrafted from authentic jade stone from Anshan city, Liaoning province, the roller designed to reduce facial puffiness and refine pores while used with a favourite oil or serum, the gua sha tool to relieve tension, sculpt the face and increase circulation, and the set including a comprehensive ebook guide, presented as a gift set.
What we liked
- Bundled jade roller and gua sha tool in one set, per the listing
- Handcrafted from authentic jade stone
- Includes a comprehensive ebook guide
- Presented as a complete gift set
Worth knowing
- Costs £11.03 more than the Rena Chris on these listings
- Natural stone may be less impact-resistant than stainless steel
Best for
- Buyers who want a bundled roller-and-gua-sha kit
- Anyone who wants a natural jade stone tool
- Those buying a complete skincare gift set
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants the toughest, most impact-resistant material
