Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture

Facial Revitalization Acupuncture aims to correct the signs of ageing by local treatment and may erase as many as five to fifteen years from the face

Facial Revitalization Acupuncture helps to:

• Improve muscle tone and dermal contraction especially in the face and neck
• Increase collagen production and aid in its dispersal
• Tone up the skin and fill out wrinkles
• Firm the jowls, life eyelids and minimize double chins
• Reduce and eliminate bags and sagging around the eyes
• Improve metabolism in order to reduce ruddiness
• Acupuncture can profoundly affect the regulation of hormones in the body; conditions like acne and overly dry skin can be improved
• Increase the circulation of bloody, lymph, and Qi to the head
• Eliminate lines and deeper wrinkles
• Moisturise the skin and tighten the pours

What should I expect to happen in a treatment?

The facial Revitalization Acupuncture treatment is based on the principles of Oriental Medicine and involves the insertion of hair-thin needles into particular areas of the face, ears, neck, hands, trunk and legs along channels or meridian’s called Qi (pronounced ‘chee’). As the movement of energy improves, a greater amount of energy and blood are circulated to the face, nourishing, hydrating, toning and diminishing the appearance of wrinkles.

Who would benefit from this treatment?

Anyone concerned with looking and feeling younger and slowing down the ageing process. The decision to begin treatment may be professionally or personally inspired or a combination of both. The whole person is treated and evaluated on the body-mind continuum- the foundation of holistic medicine.

What is the course of treatment?

Generally, it consists of 12 treatments, weekly in blocks of 3, completing the whole course in 5-6 months. The effects become most noticeable and lasting on, or about, the seventh session. Each person responds differently, depending on his or her condition and lifestyle prior to treatment. Following the initial course of treatment, maintenance sessions can prolong results for five to ten years.

Does it really make a difference?

Yes. A report in 1996 in the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture reported that out of around 300 cases treated with Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture, 90% had marked effects with one course of the treatment. The effects included: the skin becoming delicate and fair, improvement of the elasticity of facial muscles and leveling of wrinkles, a ruddier complexion and over all revitalisation- not confined to the face alone.

Can I have Facial Revitatilasation Acupuncture if I have had Botox?

Yes, Facial Revitatilasation Acupuncture will maintain the effectiveness of the Botox, so it will save you a couple of injections per year. While not a replacement for surgery, acupuncture is an excellent alternative. It is far less expensive than cosmetic surgery and is safe, virtually painless and has no side effects.