Facial Rejuvenation Facial Rejuvenation is a painless, non-surgical method of reducing the signs of the aging process. It is a revitalization process designed to help the whole body look and feel younger. The treatment is based on the principals of Oriental medicine and involves the insertion of tiny, hair-thin needles into particular areas of the face, ears, neck, hands, trunk, and legs along channels or meridians of energy, called Qi. Facial rejuvenation is becoming a more popular non-invasive method for those who want not only to maintain beauty, radiance, and vitality in the face, but also improve their overall health and well being.
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture helps to improve muscle tone and dermal contraction especially in the face and neck. Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture has been shown to increase collagen production and aids in its dispersal thus helping to firm the skin and fill out wrinkles. Bags and sagging around the eyes, face, and neck can be significantly reduced and toned up. Metabolism is greatly improved through these treatments, resulting in reduced puffiness often to the point of elimination. As Acupuncture can profoundly effect the regulation of hormones in the body, conditions like acne and overly dry skin can be quite improved. By substantially increasing the circulation of blood, lymph, and qi to the head, these treatments improve the complexion noticeably. Healthy facial coloring can be restored and there can be a tightening of the pores. Stress and habitual expressions which are so visible on the face are transformed resulting in a remarkably younger, calmer, and less worn looking face with which to meet the world. Inner beauty, vitality and serenity: all these very obviously visual benefits manifest in the appearance while many pre-existing health conditions are cleared up because Acupuncture works by treating the whole body and addressing the underlying causes of aging and disease.
Some benefits of Facial Rejuvenation are:
1.Improves circulation of blood and body fluids to moisturize the skin and bring out natural color.
2. Decreases the appearance of stress in the face and body.
3. Can help to clear hormonal acne, scarring, and pigmentation discoloration.
4. Diminishes fine lines and softens larger wrinkles.
5. Improves overall metabolism which helps to reduce puffiness.
6. Tones skin to help reduce bags, sagging jowels, and droopy eyelids.
7. Delays the aging process and brings a sparkle to the eye.
8. Increases collagen production, muscle tone, and dermal contraction.
9. Reduces stress and improves overall health and well being. Since the body/mind/spirit are all connected, negative emotions reflect in the face and change the appearance of skin texture, color, and tension. Acupuncture can eliminate stress and bring out your innate strength, vitality, and health.
10. In addition to enhancing the skin's appearance, most people are pleased to find that their sinus problems, headaches, toothaches, TMJ, PMS, and menopause symptoms have either disappeared or greatly improved!
11. Far less expensive and more natural than Western medical procedures, has no side effects, toxicity, inflammation, or recovery time.
How Does it Work?
Facial Rejuvenation treatments are based on the principals of Oriental Medicine, in that the root cause is determined and resolved. It is not just a masking of symptoms, as would be other methods such as botox, chemical peels, laser surgery, etc. Thousands of years ago, the Chinese discovered that many meridians either begin or end on the face, while some have internal branches that go to the face. "where qi goes, blood flows". Thus, practitioners of facial rejuvenation know how to specifically effect the face while simultaneously treating the underlying factors that contribute to the aging process.
Is this a New and Trendy Procedure?
Hardly. At least as early as the Sung Dynasty (960 AD-1270 AD), acupuncture practices were employed for the empress and emperor's concubines. In the 1996 edition of the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture, it reported that among 300 cases treated with facial acupuncture, 90% had marked beneficial results after just one series of treatments! Also, acupuncture rejuvenation discussions have recently been featured on ABC's Good Morning America and PBS's Health Week, with Madonna as the spokesperson.
Are There Any Contraindications?
Yes, Facial rejuvenation is not for those who have:
- Pacemakers
- Pituitary disorders (unmanaged)
- Heart disorders
- High blood pressure (or on blood thinners)
- Bleeds or Bruises easily
- Diabetes (unmanaged)
- Migraines
- Pregnancy
- Acute herpes outbreak or cold infection
- Acute allergic attack
- If you are undergoing aggressive skin resurfacing treatments
- Excessive scarring from surgical facelift, dermabrasion, or chemical peel
What is the Course of Treatment?
A series consists of 12 treatments, you can choose to do all or as few as you like. I start off with 1-2 a week for the first 2 weeks to help build collagen quickly, and then once a week after that. After the series is complete. I like to do "maintainence" treatments every month or couple of months Each person responds differently, depending on his or her condition and lifestyle prior to treatments. The healthier you are, the faster you will respond. Also, the healthier you are, the longer the results will last.. 4-5 years or more!...and then a series can be repeated. The effects become more noticeable around the 6th treatment. I use a very gentle, light hand when placing the needles in. After the needles are out, I incorporate a warm compress with personalized essential oils and a light facial massage. Lifestyle and nutritional counseling, self-facial massage instruction and herbal recommendations, as well as general guidance on skin care, are all included.
How much does it cost?
The initial treatment is 2 -21/2 hours, and is $195. The follow ups are 11/2 -2 hours, and $150. Chinese herbs and facial products sold seperatley.
** I give discounts on packages of 6 treatments and 12 treatments
Where can I learn more?
Please call for a free phone consultation to learn more and see if you are a good candidate for Facial Rejuvenation:828~275~6816
