Facial Acupuncture

From a more modern medicine point of view, what is happening is that the needles are causing micro-traumas in the skin. Since the body perceives that as an injury, it sends fibroblasts – cells that can form collagen and elastin – to those sites to heal them.

As a result, your collagen and elastin stores get more abundant from the needling.

The wound healing process may also have the effect of balancing the dispersal of collagen, for a wider effect (not just in certain areas). All of this would explain why the skin tone improves, why the skin gets more elastic/supple, and why things lift.

What you can expect:

• A reduction in fine lines
• Improved complexion
• Improved elasticity via the collagen and elastin matrix
• A “leveling” of deeper lines
• Skin gets softer and smoother
• Overall skin tone becomes more consistent and vibrant
• Reduction of puffiness

Side effect:

Because this cosmetic treatment is based on Chinese medicine and incorporates the importance of balance into each treatment, you will generally experience “good “ side effect including:

• Increase in energy
• Improvement of sleep quality and digestions
• Stable mental and emotional health

Contraindications/Considerations:

Cosmetic acupuncture procedures are primarily for people who are in good general health. A person with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, post-chemotherapy weakness, migraine headaches are not very good candidates… yet. Please seek a treatment for those condition first. Also, people who smoke cigarette, consume excess alcohol, and/or have extensive sun damage might not get optimal results with this procedure.

The procedure is contraindicated for people who have:

• Seizure disorders
• Uncontrolled hypertension
• Taking blood thinning drugs
• Pregnant

How long does it take to see the results?

The cosmetic acupuncture procedure is a part of a wellness program, and it is an ongoing process to prevent premature aging and help you age beautifully. It will not make you look 20 years younger, but you will look and feel young through your energy and the glow of your skin. I recommend you receive the treatment minimum once a month, and consider this as a part of your wellness routine.

What to expect:

At my clinic, after the consultation, you’ll receive facial acupuncture as well as general wellness acupuncture. If you have a temporary health issue such as digestive issue, light menopausal symptoms, or joint pain, I can treat it at the same time. 

I also make any relevant recommendations of daily supplementation of vitamins and minerals that will support your essential nutrients. Lastly, I may prescribe a custom Chinese medicine formula to support energy, and provide an anti-ageing formula if you desire.

Please come with a clean face; no make-up (eye makeup is ok.)

FAQ:

Does this replace Dermatologist treatments such as Botox, collagen injections, laser treatment, etc? : 

The answer is no. They all work in different mechanism, and the cosmetic acupuncture is a healthier option to fight against premature aging and maintaining optimal youth.

I have Botox done. Can I receive cosmetic acupuncture?: 

Yes! Because Botox inhibits the movement of muscle, it can lead to muscle weakness. Therefore, facial acupuncture can help possible facial muscle atrophy due to the Botox injections.

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