Dry, Fire, or Hijama? The Three Types of Cupping Explained

When people say "cupping," they usually mean one of three things, and the differences matter.

Dry Cupping: The Gentlest Introduction

Suction only. No heat and no small cuts. A pump creates gentle suction on the skin. Many first-timers, athletes and people who feel nervous about needles start here.

Fire Cupping: The Traditional Route

A flame briefly warms the inside of a glass cup. As the air cools, it creates suction. The flame never touches you. It is only used to warm the cup. Many clients enjoy it as a relaxing, traditional experience.

Hijama: Wet Cupping

Hijama starts like dry cupping. Then the practitioner makes small, shallow scratches so the cups can draw a small amount of blood. Many Muslim clients book hijama as a Sunnah practice and as part of their wellness routine.

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