Alder New York's Gua Sha Tool is made from black obsidian, a natural crystal formed from rapidly cooling lava. | Gua sha is a traditional Chinese medicine practice designed to help improve overall health by massaging the skin with the aid of gua sha tools. | Each tool is unique and may have slight variations due to the organic nature of the stone. | Use morning and/ or night to improve overall skin health and appearance by stimulating collagen, massaging tense muscles, and promoting lymphatic drainage. | Handle with care. Clean gua sha tool with a damp cloth and/ or rubbing alcohol.