Cosmetic Acupuncture or Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture , as it is also called, is a highly effective, natural and safe procedure, used to reduce the signs of aging without the use of chemicals or surgery. It improves skin firmness whilst softening wrinkles and fine lines and helps skin tone attain a more youthful radiance. The use of facial acupuncture for cosmetic purposes, dates back to before 100BC. Its continued use through the millennia is a testament to its success, offering many benefits to those who want to revitalise the look and feel of their skin by building collagen, toning muscles, improving circulation and stimulating blood flow. When the body is at its most rested, healthy state on the inside, the outside reflects it with a healthier and more youthful appearances.
Nature gives you the face you have at twenty; life moulds the face you have at thirty; it is up to you to merit the face you have at fifty.
Coco Channel
Facial Cupping
Cupping is designed to bring Blood and Qi to the skin and muscles . It aids lymphatic drainage in the face and draws blood to the tissues, stimulating fibroblast cells which produce collagen and elastin. Increasing fibroblast activity also thickens the skin giving it that youthful appearance
Facial Gua Sha
Facial Gua Sha can help with deep wrinkles, sagging, facial discolouration and eye puffiness. It is great for detoxifying the face and highly beneficial for Rosacea, lip and forehead wrinkles, crows feet and Nasolabial folds.
A treatment can be made up of any combination of the following.
- Facial rejuvenation. Tiny needles will be placed in your scalp, face and body.
- Facial Cupping
- Gua Sha.
- A Clinicare mask
- Celluma Red light therapy
Patients report experiencing feelings of euphoria or a deep relaxation following therapeutic treatment.
The emphasis is in creating long term changes in the skins health. Increased collagen production can take up to 28 days following treatment. This leads to a brightened skin tone, reduced jaw tension and a softer, smoother appearance overall.
As well as healthier looking skin you may experience other positive health benefits including reduced stress and anxiety, better sleep and overall improvements in wellbeing. A course of treatment is recommended.
