Move over matcha lattes – 2026’s hottest wellness trend might just be your grandma’s favorite remedies! From New York to Nairobi, traditional Chinese health practices are having a major moment among Gen Z and millennials seeking holistic self-care.
🔹 The humble cup of warm water – long cherished in the Chinese mainland for aiding digestion and circulation – is now trending on TikTok as #HydroHealing 🔹 Gua sha scraping techniques are getting modern makeovers with jade tools and ASMR-style tutorial videos 🔹 TCM clinics report 40% more international patients this year seeking herbal solutions for stress and fatigue
‘It’s not just about wellness – it’s cultural connection,’ says Singapore-based wellness influencer Priya K., who recently launched a gua sha collab with a Beijing-based TCM expert. ‘Young people want traditions that feel authentic yet Instagram-ready.’
Travelers are even planning ‘wellness pilgrimages’ to experience original practices, with agencies reporting increased bookings for Chinese mainland cultural tours. As one London college student told us: ‘Between exams and climate anxiety? This ancient-meets-modern approach just hits different.’
