I recommend Gua Sha.

This is the gua sha I've been using lately, and I mainly use it on my face.

I've been using it to loosen up my tense muscles after a shower, and it's really effective.

I am using my calves, neck, trapezius, and shoulders along with my face.

It feels very refreshing, just like a massage, and is very effective. I used to use lotion when using Gua Sha, but now

I am also using oil to make it smoother to use.

It seems like the swelling goes down the next day after using Gua Sha, so it seems to be good for managing swelling.

I need to get into the habit of practicing gua sha often.