Wisdom from Hayo'u

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Learn more from our Founder Katie Brindle and her carefully chosen experts.

Hayo'u Wisdom

What Is Yang Sheng? Modern Life Lessons From The Chinese Art Of Self-Care
The Hayo’u Method is based on a little known but central aspect of Chinese medicine called Yang sheng, meaning “nurture life”. It means dealing with small health problems at root level to limit the chance of illness getting a foothold in...
The Hayo'u Community And The Self-Care Movement
When you buy a product from Hayo’u, not only will you be discovering the life-changing effects of gua sha and self-care and why the benefits of ancient Chinese medicine are so relevant today, but you’ll become part of something truly special: The Hayo’u community. We don’t...
The Best Hero Beauty Products, From Beautifully Scented Oils To Luxury Skincare Tools
If you’re all too familiar with the latest buzzword ‘languishing’ you’ll know how important it is to look after the inside too. Self-care is key and this is where our body heroes really come in to their own. Why do we call...
The Surprising Health Benefits Of Mineral Bathing
The Hayo’u Mineral Bath is back for good. But why was it missed so much? When it comes to self-care, bathing not only forces you to take time out for yourself but has so many other benefits too. Our intensely aromatic bathing minerals are...
How To Boost Your Immune System Using Chinese Medicine And Gua Sha
Use Chinese medicine to give your immune system a much-needed boost in winter. The immune system is our body’s defence system, protecting us from external threats like harmful bacteria, viruses and toxins – as well as internal hazards such as...
Forget Body Brushing - Why You Need To Try Body Combing...
If you're a keen beauty enthusiast it's likely that you've heard about body brushing - but have you experienced body combing?! The Beauty Restorer Comb is not only designed for your scalp and your hair, but is also perfect as an alternative...
Everything You Need To Know About Gua Sha Facial Massage
Gua Sha is fast becoming a buzzword in the beauty industry. But this is not just a trend - gua sha and our daily rituals have been around for hundreds of years originating in Ancient China.  Gua means 'scrape' and...
Gua Sha And The Modern Man: Why Gua Sha And Self-Care Isn't Just For Women...
As part of the global campaign, International Men’s Health Week 2021, this week is Men’s Health Week. The aim of the campaign is to encourage men to talk about their health, whether it be physical issues or mental health and wellbeing. As...
What Is Qi And How Does It Supercharge Your Self-Care?
The Hayo’u Method works to ensure the free flow of Qi and blood in the body. Chinese Medicine believes that when Qi and blood ‘stagnate’ in the body, that is when illness occurs. And what causes Qi stagnation? Heat, or...
Summer Skincare Essentials To Boost Your Beauty Regime
When it comes to your summer skincare essentials, we have all the tools you need. Whether it’s a skincare tool to soothe, calm or nourish, or a crystal to relieve the symptoms of sunburn, hayfever or mosquito bites, we have...
How To Spot The Early Signs Of Inflammation And How To Prevent It
There is a great Chinese proverb, – ‘A drop of prevention is worth a bucket load of cure.’ The theory being that if you are in a healthy state, it is harder for illness to get a foothold in the...
The Benefits Of Gua Sha And Why You Need It In Your Self-Care Routine
Restore your body to its best How often do you end the day feeling worn out and stressed? For many of us it’s so often we’ve come to accept it as the norm. But this isn’t the case. Stress is...
Everything You Need To Know About The Benefits Of Gua Sha
Transform your complexion with our facial massage techniques written on your face. You can tell a lot about someone just by looking at their face. Not just the expression their pulling, or the immediate mood they happen to be in....