Gua sha and herbal steam Ho Chi Minh City: where to go, hours and prices (Q&A)
Tong Gia team · Lương Y Tống Văn Huynh · 2026-10-25
Gua sha and herbal steam in Ho Chi Minh City are offered at both Tong Gia branches: 225 Duong Thi Muoi Street, Tan Chanh Hiep Ward, District 12, open 8:00 to 19:00, and Unit T16-21, The Manhattan, Vinhomes Grand Park, Long Binh Ward, Thu Duc City, open 9:00 to 20:00, every day. Jade gua sha for the face is 550,000 VND (about 21 USD) for 60 minutes and herbal steam is 120,000 VND (about 5 USD); for gua sha on other areas, ask when booking.
These two are often searched together because they share a root in Vietnamese home habits, yet they feel very different. Here is what a searcher usually wants settled before messaging us. Background on all three warm rituals is on the cupping, gua sha and herbal steam page.
Gua sha versus herbal steam: what is the difference?
Gua sha, cạo gió in Vietnamese, is hands-on work with a tool: smooth, repeated strokes over the skin with a jade piece or comb. It is quiet and slow, and the technician controls every stroke.
Herbal steam is passive. You sit in warm, herb-scented steam and let the heat do the work. Nobody touches you; you simply warm through.
A simple rule: choose gua sha when you want attention on one area, choose steam when you want your whole body warmed and relaxed.
What exactly is on the menu, and at what price?
| Service | VND | About USD |
|---|---|---|
| Jade gua sha for the face, 60 min | 550,000 | 21 |
| Herbal steam | 120,000 | 5 |
| Warm herbal compress | 130,000 | 5 |
Jade face gua sha is the only gua sha with a fixed retail price. If you are thinking of gua sha on the back, neck or head as part of a longer visit, ask when booking and the team will tell you what is possible that day and what it costs. Other services are listed on the prices page.
Where do I go?
District 12: 225 Duong Thi Muoi Street, Tan Chanh Hiep Ward, near Tan Chanh Hiep market, reachable from Go Vap, Hoc Mon and Tan Binh. Google shows 4.9★ from 234 reviews: map link.
Vinhomes Grand Park: Unit T16-21, The Manhattan, Long Binh Ward, Thu Duc City (formerly District 9), right inside the Manhattan area. Google shows 5.0★ from 183 reviews: map link.
What are the hours, and how late can I start?
District 12 opens 8:00 to 19:00 and Vinhomes Grand Park 9:00 to 20:00, daily. For the 60-minute face gua sha, start no later than 17:45 in District 12 or 18:45 at Vinhomes Grand Park. If you want steam as well, add roughly half an hour on top.
What happens in a jade face gua sha hour?
The session begins the way every Tong Gia visit does: the technician looks at your face and posture before touching anything. This habit comes from the founder, Lương Y Tống Văn Huynh, a traditional Vietnamese wellness master with more than 13 years in the field, who reads the face and shoulders to decide where to slow down.
After that you lie on your back and the jade tool moves in light, unhurried strokes across the forehead, around the eyes, along the cheeks and over the jaw. Pressure stays gentle; the face is not the place for force. It suits anyone who holds tension in the jaw and forehead from screens and long days of concentrating.
Should I steam before or after gua sha?
Steam before is the more common order. Warm skin and relaxed muscles make the strokes that follow feel smoother. Steam afterwards also works if you simply want to rest. Tell the team which order you prefer when you book.
Who should skip these?
Hold off on gua sha if the skin in that area is broken, inflamed or sunburnt, or if you have just had a cosmetic procedure on the face. Skip the steam if you have a fever, feel faint in heat or are unwell. If you are pregnant or have a heart or blood-pressure condition, see a licensed physician before booking anything involving heat.
How do I book and what should I bring?
Message WhatsApp or Zalo at +84 888 264 559 with the service, the branch and a time. Come without heavy makeup for face gua sha, drink some water beforehand, and bring a hair tie if your hair is long.
FAQ
How much is gua sha in Ho Chi Minh City at Tong Gia? Jade gua sha for the face costs 550,000 VND (about 21 USD) for 60 minutes. For gua sha on other areas, ask when booking.
How much is herbal steam? Herbal steam is 120,000 VND, about 5 USD, at both branches.
Can I book herbal steam on its own? Yes. It can be a short stand-alone visit or added to a massage or gua sha on the same day.
Will face gua sha leave red marks? The strokes on the face are light, so the skin may look a little flushed for a short while. Mention any sensitive skin before the session.
This is a wellness service, not medical care.