Article first published online on the bleuheronclinic.com/blog.html on July 3rd.
11. Naso-labial
groove. This is the line that extends from the edge of the nose down to
the corner of the mouth. Finer needles are inserted along the length of these
lines to soften them.
22. Frown
line. These are the lines in between the eyes and can become very
pronounced, especially when you are tired or stressed.
33. Forehead
lines. These are the number one culprit and the area most women target
when they opt for cosmetic procedures such as Botox. An acupuncturist will use many
fine needles and insert them along the length of the lines
44. Crow’s
Feet –also known as laughter lines. These are the little wrinkles that
appear at the edge of your eyes and are caused by the movement of the muscles
around the eyes when the face smiles. Small needles are inserted into every
line to smooth them.
55. Smoker’s
Pucker. These are the lines that appear around the lips due to the repeated
action of inhaling on a cigarette and taking in all those harmful substances
including nicotine, carbon monoxide and hydrogen cyanide. Cosmetic Acupuncture
as well as smoothening out these lines can help the body to rid itself of these
harmful toxins. Regular acupuncture sessions can also help you to quit smoking
for good!
66. Baggy
eyelids. A lack of elasticity, combined with the constant pull from
gravity causes excessive skin to collect in the upper eyelids. An acupuncturist
will insert some needles above the eye itself in order to draw energy upwards
and keep muscles from slackening.
77. Eye
creases-also known as sleep lines, these are the fine lines that appear
just underneath the eye and can become more pronounced when you are tired. They
are formed when the muscle around the eye slackens and drops, creating creases
where the area is sagging. Again, needles will be inserted into the lines and
also above the eyes themselves to increase elasticity and combat excessive skin
folds occurring.
88. Thinning
lips. As we grow older, the elasticity of the lips reduces in strength.
Cosmetic acupuncture works by promoting a good flow of Qi and blood to the
face, increasing elasticity in the area as a result.
99. Liver
Spots. These are hyper pigmented areas of the skin and are often the
result of melanin accumulation in the epidermal or dermal layer of the skin,
due to age or excessive sun. In terms of acupuncture, they can be due to a
disharmony occurring within the Liver. An acupuncturist will thus treat the
liver also while conducting a facial treatment.
110. Pale
pallor. As we grow older, skin loses that pink, healthy complexion as
the blood flood slows. The slower the
blood flows, the less of it there is to maintain that fresh, pink glow. As
mentioned above, cosmetic acupuncture will ensure that a good supply of Qi and
blood is directed towards the face meaning that a rosy, youthful glow will once
again permeate the facial area.
A course of at least 6 Cosmetic Acupuncture treatments is recommended in
order to maximise results. Make sure you compliment your treatments by drinking
plenty of water, avoiding smoking, caffeine and alcohol and applying sun cream
to the face daily.
