Cosmetic Acupuncture-all you wanted to know!

First published online on blueheronclinic.com/blog.html on May 26th 2012.
 How does it work?

For thousands of years, the people of the Orient have known that beauty comes from within. A healthy person will radiate health and beauty. The Chinese discovered ways to change the energy flow within the body to begin the healing process for rejuvenation.

Cosmetic Acupuncture even more so than traditional acupuncture has at the heart of it’s ethos the fundamental principle of “where Qi goes, blood follows.”  It works to clear stagnant Qi, and increase circulation. This keeps the skin rosy and youthful, while also helping the whole body to look and feel younger by addressing the physical, mental and emotional patterns that cause disease and contribute to the aging process. It is far less expensive, more natural, non-invasive and safer than plastic surgery or Botox injections, and has no side effects, toxicity, inflammation, or recovery time.

So what are the many benefits of Cosmetic Acupuncture?

·        - It increases collagen production, which helps maintain the elasticity of the skin.

·         -It can eliminate aging epithelial cells, improve secretion of sweat and sebaceous glands and promotes       circulation.

·         -Increases the local tissue’s requirements for oxygen and promotes elimination of nitrogen and carbon dioxide

·        - Reduces stress evident in the face

·         -Tightens the skin and the pores, improves muscle tone and dermal contraction

·        - Improves the colour of the complexion

·         -Reduces bags under eyes and puffiness in the face by draining excess fluid.

·        - Eliminate fine lines and wrinkles

·         -Helps to lift drooping eyelids and brightens the eyes

·         -Improves hormonal balance, combating acne

·         -Moisturises the skin by circulating blood to the face

·        - Brings out a person’s innate beauty and radiance

·        - Slows the aging process

What can I expect from a session?

Cosmetic Acupuncture is similar to regular acupuncture in that a consolation is offered by the therapist and a diagnosis made based on the patient’s lifestyle, diet and prevalent problem. Points are needled on the body to address the specific ailments a patient may have. Then the hard work really begins! As the patient relaxes, a full facial massage is administered. This is necessary in order to stimulate the face for the insertion of the facial needles. These needles are even finer than regular ones and will be inserted directly into lines and wrinkles in order to attract Qi and blood to the area and smoothen out dry, inelastic skin.

Those who have regular sessions of Cosmetic Acupuncture are often pleasantly surprised at the effects of the treatment. After just one session, skin looks fresher and rosier. A course of at least six sessions is recommended in order to maximise the benefits of this all natural, non-surgical alternative to other cosmetic treatments.