FAQ

What is Facial Acupuncture?

Facial Acupuncture is a painless, non-surgical method of reducing the signs of the aging process. Though Facial Acupuncture can sometimes be referred to as an Acupuncture Facelift, it is more than a cosmetic procedure. It is a revitalization process designed to help the whole body look and feel younger. The Facial Acupuncture treatment is based on the principles of Oriental Medicine and involves the insertion of hair-thin needles into particular areas of the face, ears, neck, hands, trunk, and legs along channels or meridians of energy called Qi (pronounced chee). Specific points are chosen to manipulate the movement of energy in the body according to the individual’s needs. Thousands of years ago the Chinese discovered that many meridians either begin or end on the face while others have internal branches that go to the face. Thus practitioners of Facial Acupuncture know how to specifically effect the face while simultaneously treating the underlying factors that contribute to aging.

What are the Effects?

Facial Acupuncture may erase as many as five to fifteen years from the face, with results apparent after just a few treatments. Fines lines may be entirely eliminated and deeper wrinkles diminished. Bags under the eyes can be reduced, jowls firmed, puffiness eliminated, droopy eyelids lifted and double chins minimized. Other likely results include: moisturizing of the skin with increased local circulation of blood and lymph to the face; increased collagen production, muscle tone, and dermal contraction; tightening of the pores; brightening of the eyes; improving of hormonal balance to help acne; reduction of stress which is evident on the face-bringing out the innate Beauty and Radiance of the individual.

Who would benefit from Facial Acupuncture?

Anyone concerned with looking and feeling young and slowing down the aging process. The decision to begin treatment may be professionally or personally inspired or a combination of both. Facial Acupuncture is suitable for those with deep wrinkles, fine lines, bags under the eyes, sagging, puffiness, drooping eyelids, double chins, large pores, dry skin, rosecea, or acne. Different methods are emphasized and specific points stimulated according to how an individual is aging. A person with excess puffiness, for example would require a different treatment than someone with dry skin. The whole person is treated and evaluated on the basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

What is the course of treatment?

Generally, it consists of 12 treatments. The effects become more noticeable and lasting on or about the 7th session. Each person responds differently, depending on his or her condition and lifestyle prior to treatment. Following the initial course of treatment, maintenance sessions can prolong the results for five to ten years. It is often recommended to supplement the Facial program with a Chinese Herbal Formula, Skin care, and a healthy diet.

Are there any contraindications?

Facial Acupuncture is contraindicated for some pituitary disorders, heart disorders, diabetes mellitus, high blood pressure, individuals who have pacemakers, or who have a problem with bleeding or bruising, or who currently suffer from migraine headaches. Facial Acupuncture should not be done during pregnancy, during a bout with a cold or flu, during an allergic attack or during an acute herpes outbreak.

Cost for Facial Acupuncture Treatments?

Each treatment lasts about 1 ½ hours. Along with the Acupuncture treatment; we also include a relaxation facial massage and facial herb treatment. The cost for each session runs $150 per treatment.

Is Facial Acupuncture a new and trendy technique?

Hardly, for thousands of years, the Chinese have known that beauty comes from inside. At least as early as the Sung Dynasty(960AD-1270AD). Acupuncture practices were employed for the Empress and the Emperor’s concubines. The Chinese discovered and utilized ways to the energy flow within the body to initiate the healing process for According to the famous Chinese axiom, “ Where qi goes, blood flows.” Even for those unfamiliar with the principles of Chinese Medicine, it is known that increased circulation helps the body to look and feel better. Common sense would tell us that treating the underlying cause of why someone is aging is preferable to masking the outward symptoms and allowing further decline and dysfunction to continue within the body.

Why choose Facial Acupuncture over a surgical face-lift?

While not a replacement for surgery, Acupuncture Facial is an excellent alternative. It is far less costly than cosmetic surgery and is safe, virtually painless, has no side effects or risk of disfigurement. Unlike surgery that may have an extended recovery period with swelling and discoloration there is no trauma from Facial Acupuncture. While Facial Acupuncture cannot reshape one’s nose or chin, it is a more subtle treatment that takes years off one’s face- safely and naturally while improving overall health.