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An Acupuncture facelift gives reasons to smile

Sunday, May 24th, 2009

Many people in recent years have used acupuncture for “face-lift” or “facial-toning” treatments. The number of people preferring acupuncture technique is increasing day by day. Is facial acupuncture really an alternative to the face lift, or is purely hype? Here’s a closer look at how facial acupuncture works.

Facial acupuncture is more than just a face lift; it is a facial rejuvenation technique. It is procedure that can increase circulation, stimulate the development of healthy skin cells, and reduce fine lines. It is a procedure designed to restore the skin in its natural texture. This technique is a slow process, and not for those people who require immediate and drastic result.

Facial acupuncture, also known as cosmetic acupuncture, involves several acupuncture points along the face. When these points are activated, it results in a boost in blood circulation and energy; there is a marked increase in blood and oxygen flow to every layer of skin on the face. Firstly, surgeon observes the affected area and then slowly around the wrinkles and folds points. The ultra fine needles are inserted around key muscles and wrinkles to encourage healing and stimulate the cells, without any pain. After inserting the needles negotiable electric current is passed through the needles. Facial ‘toning’ may be a better way to describe this process that can leave skin looking healthy and revitalized. According to Dr. Mao of Tao of Wellness in Santa Monica, California, results depend largely on the state of someone’s internal health. Since the organs help regulate cell production and support a healthy metabolism, bringing them into balance can lead to improvements on the face.

The basic idea behind the acupuncture technique is to flow out the vital energy without any block through needles. This would tone and nourish the skin. Some needles are inserted into other parts of body to strengthen internal health. This treatment includes a series of 12 treatments over a 5 to 12 week period.

What are the benefits?

Tighter, healthier and more toned skin is only a few of the benefits of an acupuncture facelift. The other benefits of the acupuncture facelift include:

  • Brighter complexion
  • Reduce acne breakouts
  • Increased collagen production
  • Reduction of fine lines
  • Improved facial muscle tone
  • Tightened pores

After rejuvenation, people observe clear and visible changes on their face like reduction of folds, increased energy, crow’s feet around the eyes. Sometime patient reported extra tightening or little bit of pain and for this doctors recommend drinking water in excess.