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FAQ about Cosmetic Acupuncture

What is Cosmetic Acupuncture?

   Cosmetic Acupuncture is a painless, non-surgical method of reducing the
signs of the aging process.

    Although Cosmetic Acupuncture can sometimes be referred to as an Acupuncture Facelift, it is more than a cosmetic procedure.  It rejuvenates and revitalizes the whole body to look and feel younger.  The cosmetic acupuncture treatment is based on the principles of Oriental Medicine. 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 some have internal branches that go to the face.  Thus, practitioners of Cosmetic Acupuncture know how to specifically affect the face while treating the underlying factors that contribute to the aging process.

What are the effects?   

Cosmetic Acupuncture may erase as many as five to fifteen years from the face, with results apparent after just a few treatments.  Fine lines may be entirely eliminated and deeper wrinkles diminished.  Bags around the neck and eyes can be firmed.  Sagging reduced.  Puffiness eliminated.  Other likely results: 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 evident in the face bringing out the innate beauty and radiance of an individual.

Who would benefit from cosmetic 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.

Does it really make a difference?

    Many sources indicate that acupuncture has been used for almost 5,000 years to treat a wide range of conditions.  Having proven itself with literally billions of people, acupuncture has survived the test of time.
    The use of acupuncture in cosmetology - especially in preventing and reducing wrinkles - has already attracted great attention in Japan, Hong Kong, and Sweden.  The effectiveness of acupuncture is due to its direct manipulation of the body's energy system - balancing, removing blockages, or adding energy when necessary.

    A 1996 report in the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture reported that among 300 cases treated with cosmetic acupuncture, 90% had marked effect with one course of treatment.  The effects included: the skin becoming delicate and fair, improvement of the elasticity of facial muscles and leveling of wrinkles, a healthier complexion, and overall rejuvenation - not confined to the face.

FAQ about Cosmetic Acupuncture