WTHN: the at-home cupping rituals I use for a quieter moment
Some self-care doesn’t need a studio appointment. I like having a simple ritual at home that helps me slow down – whether that’s a few minutes on my face, or a quieter moment after a long day.
WTHN was founded by Michelle Larivee, with a mission to make acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine more accessible. The brand is known for its New York studios, and for bringing TCM-inspired tools, including cupping, into everyday life.[1][2]
Here’s my guide to the two WTHN cupping kits I recommend, and how I use them.
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Why I trust WTHN
Michelle Larivee founded WTHN to make the tools and traditions of Traditional Chinese Medicine more accessible. The brand’s New York studios offer acupuncture, cupping and other TCM-inspired care, and its at-home kits are designed so you can try a simple version of those rituals yourself.[1]
The product pages describe WTHN as a brand that blends TCM with modern science.[2] I like that the kits come with clear how-to guidance, so you’re not left guessing.
💖 Founded by Michelle Larivee. With a mission to make TCM more accessible.[1]
💖 Studio roots. WTHN is also known for its New York acupuncture studios.[1]
💖 Made for home. Soft silicone cups, with a how-to guide in the face kit.[2]
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The WTHN kits I recommend
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Cupping kits
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My WTHN favourites
Face Cupping Kit: a lifted, refreshed feeling
The Face Cupping Kit includes a large cup for the cheeks and jawline, a small cup for the more delicate areas around the eyes and forehead, a detailed how-to guide and a canvas carrying case.[2]
Apply a face oil or serum first so the cups glide easily. WTHN suggests cupping two or three times a week, and keeping the rims clean with soapy water or witch hazel. I use it as a gentle, gliding ritual, not as a treatment, and I love the refreshed feeling afterwards.[2]
“I love how it helps lift, tone, and refresh my skin in a gentle, natural way. It’s such a beautiful part of my self-care routine, leaving me feeling radiant, relaxed, and glowing from within.” - Georgie x
Body Cupping Kit: a spa-style pause at home
The Body Cupping Kit uses soft silicone cups designed for home use. WTHN describes body cupping as a soothing ritual people use after a workout or a long day at a desk.[2]
Place the cups on your skin at least an inch apart, press firmly, hold for several seconds and release. After about 15 minutes, press the skin beside each cup and lift slowly to release. Mild, temporary marks can be a normal part of cupping, so start gently and follow the kit’s instructions.[2]
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A few cupping notes I always follow
💖 Use a glide. A face oil or serum for the face kit, so the cups move smoothly.[2]
💖 Start gently. Especially the first few times.
💖 Keep the cups clean. Wash the rims with soapy water, or wipe them with witch hazel.[2]
💖 Marks can happen. Mild, temporary marks can be normal with body cupping.[2]
💖 Check first. Speak to a professional if you are pregnant, have a skin or circulation concern, or you’re not sure cupping is right for you.
Why I keep these kits in the cupboard
I’m not trying to turn my bathroom into a clinic. I just like having a simple, tactile ritual that helps me pause.
That’s what I use these kits for: a few quiet minutes, a little care, and a chance to feel more like myself again.
Your questions, answered
Do I buy from Glowing Healthy?
No. Each Shop button takes you to WTHN on Healf, where you buy directly.
Is there a discount?
Yes. The WTHN kits are on sale at Healf right now. You’ll see the sale price when you click through my link, with nothing to type.
Who founded WTHN?
Michelle Larivee, whose mission is to make acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine more accessible.[1]
Do I need to book a studio?
No. These are at-home kits. WTHN also has studios in New York, but the Shop buttons take you to the kits on Healf.[1]
Will cupping leave marks?
Mild, temporary marks can be a normal part of body cupping. Start gently and follow the kit’s instructions.[2]
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Sources:
[1] WTHN, About WTHN.
[2] WTHN on Healf, Product pages, linked from the Shop buttons.
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