Acupuncture for Facial Rejuvenation
The International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture published a study finding that 90% of people who received cosmetic acupuncture (or acupuncture for facial rejuvenation) observed noticeable results following their first course of treatment. This bodes well for Cosmetic anyone wishing to turn back the clock and look and feel their best.
Cosmetic acupuncture works by adjusting the muscle tone, detoxifying and cleansing the skin, and in certian cases balancing the meridian system of the whole body (more on this in a moment), producing the facial rejuvenating and lifting effects for which the procedure is renowned.
The meridians are the communications channels through which subtle energies (such as Qi or Chi, otherwise known as vital energy or life force), travel through the body. Different meridians are associated with different organs and body functions, and the free flow of energy through the meridians is directly related to good internal balance and health. The condition of a person's face is indicative of their internal state. Symptoms like acne, excessive wrinkles, blemishes, dark circles under the eys, and pale or dull skin are all indications that something is out of balance internally. The meridian system responds tremendously well to acupuncture, producing results that are apparently right on your face.
Facial rejuvenation acupuncture has been found to vanish fine lines on the face and make deep lines more shallow. It increases the production of collagen, thereby firming up the skin and filling out wrinkles. It also reduces puffiness by enhancing the metabolism. It relieves stress and tension, thereby smoothing out frownlines.
Some of the other reported health and beauty effects of cosmetic acupuncture include:
Contrary to conventional plastic surgery, acupuncture for facial rejuvenation is a relatively painless procedure that produces no swelling and bruising afterwards, and requires zero recovery time. Cosmetic acupuncture also offers less risk than traditional plastic surgery and botox injections. It is also far less expensive.
Acupuncture is a way to achieve facial rejuvenation without the danger of body dysmorphic syndrome, a disfiguring loss of a person's essential facial structure that can result from conventional cosmetic surgery. The body is left with no scars or rearranged tissue after cosmetic acupuncture, a claim traditional forms of facial rejuvenation cannot honestly claim.
Thanks to acupuncture's general focus on the whole person's overall well-being, peripheral side effects of cosmetic acupuncture inclue relief from:
Recipients of cosmetic acupuncture have also reported leaving sessions experiencing immediate sensations of lightness, tingling, warmth, and general peace and well-being.
Practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) use cosmetic acupuncture in combination with other therapies to bring out the anti-aging qualities of Chinese Medicine. The effects on cosmetic acupuncture, according to a 1996 edition of The Journal of Clinical Acupuncture, is expected to last from 3-5 years, with longevity enhanced by the patient's dietary and lifestyle choices.
Cosmetic Acupuncture is much more than a surface procedure, and for lasting results a patient must make a personal commitment to taking on their own health and well-being with their daily lifestyle choices. A person who focuses on enhancing their long-term quality of life will have that focus reflected and represented in their beauty, both inner and outer.
So when thinking about cosmetic acupuncture, it would be wise to consult with an acupuncturist with knowledge in other cosmetic procedures, like plastic surgery. Someone who can give you an honest assessment of the risk and benefits of the procedure to you personally and help you to come to an informed decision as to whether or not cosmetic acupuncture is right for you.
To find support with your facial rejuvenation goals, contact Ravenswood Chiropractic & Wellness Center at 773-878-7330. We are located in Andersonville in Chicago and our expert team members are here to answer your questions 6 days a week (closed Sunday).