04/02/2026
Have you ever wondered what the various colors indicate after a cupping session? Here’s your guide!
Pale - Qi & blood deficiency
Light Pink - Healthy blood circulation
Medium Discoloration - Moderate stagnation
Dark Discoloration - Severe stagnation
Red Spots - Mix of heat and stagnation
Bright Red - Heat toxin
And what’s the goal? To increase blood circulation to the area, which softens tissue. Once we increase the blood, that’s when you’ll see the dark circled shapes form under the cup.