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Cosmetic Acupuncture Factors which affect the outcome and number of treatments required are; the clients age, general state of health, lifestyle choices, and their emotional condition. For best results ten treatments at weekly intervals are recommended. This is best followed by maintenance treatments at monthly or six weekly intervals. |
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What is cosmetic acupuncture? Cosmetic acupuncture is a form of treatment that specialises in rejuvenating and beautifying the skin and face. The fabulous pay off is that it also addresses many underlying health issues which can cause the many signs of aging such as lines/wrinkles; sagging skin around jowls; discolouration or dullness of skin; and loss of skin’s elasticity. The list is long and varied but it all adds up to looking more tired and older than one’s years. Cosmetic acupuncture for facial rejuvenation The Skin is the body’s most visible organ; one that often defines our very self – image. It is often the first thing we look at upon waking to determine our state of inner health. Rejuvenating “cosmetic” acupuncture practice dates back to the Song Dynasty of China (960-1279 A.D.). It was used by the Empress and royal concubines to maintain health and beauty and delay the signs of aging. Cosmetic Acupuncture is the treatment of the skin and face to maintain health and beauty and to delay the signs of aging. Fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin, pigmentation, dry skin, acne, hormonal outbreaks and puffiness are first diagnosed; then treated by the insertion of very, very fine needles into the skin of the face and the rest of the body. Essentially, Cosmetic Acupuncture is a specialised area of general acupuncture. It is an addition to the system of acupuncture but more focused on the face and condition of the skin. Because the points used are not just on the face but include points on the limbs and trunk, the benefits of having cosmetic acupuncture become constitutional as well as cosmetic. And this is the secret. Addressing and treating the underlying conditions! Without this holistic application, the results are not as satisfactory. Youthful skin can be achieved at any age. Expression lines are not aging if clarity, vitality and radiance which are all hallmarks of youth, are present. This is exactly what cosmetic acupuncture/ acupressure delivers, and more. Facial Diagnosis The skin will frequently be the organ that shows the first signs of aging which are due to: genetics, lifestyle factors (diet, sleep, work, sun exposure, stress etc.) and emotional states. We can use the skin and the face areas, which are giving vital clues, as a diagnostic tool. The forehead and hairline area Lungs, Kidneys, Bladder, Gallbladder, Stomach/Spleen The eyes and maxillary region including the nose Heart, Small Intestine, Liver Spleen and Stomach The chin and mandibular area up to the ears and sides of the neck Colon, Duodenum, Stomach, Bladder, Kidneys and the Reproductive Organs Many of the meridians either begin or end on the face while some have internal branches that go to the face which in turn, influence specific areas of the face and have the effect of lifting muscle, reducing oedema, moisturizing skin and enhancing overall circulation. This is why the major points on the limbs whose meridians go to the face are combined with the face points and consequently have such a powerful effect. |
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