Cosmetic acupuncture
Facial acupuncture
Facial care from the inside out. Facial acupuncture and gua sha with constitutional care, focused on complexion and relaxation.
When people come in
- A dull, tired complexion
- Puffiness or facial tension
- Wanting a non-invasive routine
The Chinese medicine view
TCM reads the complexion as a mirror of qi and blood, and the face is dense with channels. Care combines constitutional work with local points.
Common patterns
Qi and blood deficiency
Pale, lacklustre
Spleen deficiency with damp
Puffiness, eye bags
Liver constraint with stasis
Dull tone, pigmentation
Patterns are identified by a practitioner through all four examinations. They are here to explain the thinking, not for self-diagnosis.
The medical view
Facial acupuncture is supportive care and results vary; it does not replace medical aesthetic or dermatology treatment. Mention bleeding conditions, blood thinners or inflamed skin first.
What the consultation covers
Constitution, sleep and diet come first, then points are chosen for the face, with facial gua sha and massage.
Therapies that may be discussed: Acupuncture, Gua sha
What to bring
- Any recent aesthetic treatments
- Skin sensitivity and medication
- Come without make-up if you can
Questions
Will I bruise?
Small bruises occasionally, usually gone in a few days.
How often?
It depends on your goals and skin; agreed at consultation.
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