10/09/2026
FEELING TIGHT, HEAVY OR A BIT PUFFY?
You might want to give cupping a try
What is cupping
Cupping uses gentle suction to lift the skin and the tissue underneath, helping to increase local circulation and encourage movement of fluid through the tissues
It can be great for areas that feel tight and tense, and many people love how relaxed and lighter they feel afterwards
Cupping can also support the lymphatic system and fluid movement, which can be especially helpful if you’re feeling a bit puffy, heavy or sluggish
It can be used as a standalone treatment, or combined with lymphatic drainage for a treatment that works on both circulation and fluid movement
And those round marks you sometimes see afterwards? Yes, they’re normal and will fade naturally
BUT CUPPING ISN’T SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE
You shouldn’t have cupping if you
🤎 Are pregnant, unless you’ve been properly assessed and the treatment is appropriate
🤎 Take blood-thinning medication or have a bleeding or clotting disorder
🤎 Have broken, irritated, inflamed or infected skin in the area
🤎 Have varicose veins where the cups would be placed
🤎 Have an active infection or are feeling unwell
🤎 Have certain circulation problems or reduced sensation
🤎 Have recently had surgery or a significant injury in the area
Cupping isn’t just about the marks you see afterwards
It’s about helping to release tension, encourage circulation and get those tissues moving
And honestly, that feeling afterwards when you realise just how much tension you’ve been holding
