Facial Acupuncture and Holistic Skincare

A gentler approach to naturally beautiful skin

This approach considers your health as well as your beauty, boosting the body’s energy from within. Facial Acupuncture – also known as Cosmetic Acupuncture – works on a deeper level than most superficial treatments, by addressing the WHY behind healthy skin.

We call it ‘holistic’ because it addresses a person’s beauty and overall wellbeing – the whole you.

How is Facial Acupuncture different?

3-Benefits in 1 Treatment

As well as directly treating your skin, each session also benefits overall physical and emotional health.

A Non-Toxic Alternative

Compared to more invasive methods such as Botox, fillers or chemical peels – it also has fewer side effects.

Benefits of Facial Acupuncture

Boost circulation

Facial Acupuncture and Manual Lymphatic Drainage massage can increase the flow of fresh blood and energy to the face, neck and scalp.

Acupuncture, cupping and gua sha have a gentle detoxing effect and help to move fluids beneath the skin.

Release facial tension

Tension in the muscles of your jaw, forehead, neck and scalp is gently released with acupuncture, acupressure massage and gua sha and cupping techniques.

Stimulate collagen production

Tiny micro-injuries to the skin surface encourage the body’s natural production of collagen (as well as boost the release of endorphins a.k.a “happy hormones” in the endocrine system).

Soften fine lines and reduce the signs of stressed, premature aging skin

Reduce appearance of sun damage, acne or congested skin

Improve overall vitality and healthy glow of skin

Facial Acupuncture

Facial acupuncture treatments focus on skin health as well as helping reduce muscle tension in the face. This can be beneficial for a wide range of health and skin concerns, and it is always a ‘whole person’ approach.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the face reflects the secrets of your internal health.  Each treatment works internally to optimize the balance in your body.

Apart from revitalized skin, this may also mean better sleep, improved digestion or a more relaxed facial expression.

Acupuncture Glow Facial

Our signature Acupuncture Glow treatment is dedicated to boosting your skin’s lymphatic balance, soothing sensitivities and leaving you with a fresh, glowing complexion. It combines cosmetic acupuncture with the Vodder Method of manual lymphatic drainage facial massage.

We spend extra time on manual lymphatic drainage techniques, which can help reduce the appearance of puffy, blotchy or congested skin. Face and body acupuncture points are customized to help balance the body systems that support healthy skin.

Lastly, a customized HydroJelly mask is applied as part of this deeply relaxing treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clinical acupuncture is safe during pregnancy for a range of health concerns. During a healthy pregnancy it is usually fine to have an occasional facial acupuncture treatment, but we do not recommend getting an intensive series of facial acupuncture treatments at this time.

Each person’s situation is different, and individual healing rates can vary. Lifestyle factors such as age, sun damage, skin health, water intake and smoking can all affect how quickly treatments take effect.

It is recommended to have a minimum of 5 Facial Acupuncture treatments in order to begin seeing results. A series of 10 or more sessions may be needed for individuals with aging or damaged skin.

Facial acupuncture does not work the same way as fillers or Botox. It is more than a superficial spot treatment, and does not deposit anything into the skin.

Unlike with Botox, you will not get a frozen appearance, or be unable to move facial muscles. Note that acupuncture can help with issues that Botox cannot address: including sun damage, acne, or improving tone and texture of skin.

Although this treatment can benefit persons of any age, in some cases it is not suitable. Please inform your practitioner if any of the following apply:

  • current cold, flu or sinus infection
  • vertigo
  • (unmedicated) high blood pressure
  • bleeding disorder such as hemophilia
  • blood thinner medications
  • chronic migraines on regular basis
  • acute herpes outbreak on face or scalp
  • Botox or other injectable in past 4 months
  • skin resurfacing in past 4 weeks
  • cosmetic surgery in past 6 months