The 5 Ws of Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture

‘Protect your skin from the sun. Drink pure water, breath good air, live in a clean house.

As you grow older, don’t envy the fresh blossoms of spring.

Care for your skin diligently by cleaning it completely, protecting it and keeping a relaxed mind.

Good skin comes from a clean body, so eat foods that purify the body. Eat simple foods.

Sleep at least 8hrs a day. Be in love. Be active. Enjoy your life.

Enjoy nature. Be tranquil and calm.

Clean skin, not makeup, is the secret of beautiful skin. ‘

Advice from Japanese grandmothers on how to be beautiful from Inner Peace, Outer Beauty by Michelle Dominique Leigh

WHAT

What is it?

Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is a treatment that works with the body to regain balance, in order to achieve physical and mental health, promote longevity and restore beauty to the skin.  This practice, whose method is rooted in the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine can be traced back as far as 2,000 years ago. Various modalities such as diet, herbs and acupuncture were utilized by healers to regulate the internal system and therefore benefit facial complexion and appearance, combat aging and enhance vitality.  This practice continues today for those seeking a natural enhancement of their appearance and overall internal and external health.

What can it do for you?

Improve muscle tone

Increases collagen production

Increase facial circulation

Helps to eliminate and reduce bags under the eyes

Helps to eliminate puffiness

Helps to eliminate fine lines on the face and diminish the appearance of larger wrinkles

Improves hormonal imbalances

Balances sebaceous secretions

Improves facial colour

Tightens pores

Brightens the eyes

Helps lift drooping eyelids

Promotes overall health and well being

Reduces stress evident in the face

Brings out a person’s innate beauty and radiance

Slows the aging process from within

Benefits the eyes, ears, sinuses

Improves your vitality and overall health

What does a treatment entail?
Initial appointments at Naturopathic Foundations Health Clinic includes a 45 minute assessment of your skin, sleep, digestion, stress, and emotional health.  Your skin is an outward representation of your internal health. Without internal balance, truly healthy vibrant skin cannot exist. Once we have a good understanding of your concerns and internal imbalances we can begin treatment.  A shorter introductory treatment lasting 30-45 minutes of hands on therapy is done. This includes massage and acupressure to the shoulders, neck and face to allow for proper lymphatic drainage. Here we use oils and floral waters for ease of treatment and to nourish your skin. Following this, about 30 high quality sterile acupuncture needles are used on specifically chosen acupuncture points.
Following your initial appointment, a complete unique treatment plan is put together based on your individual concerns and needs.  During your second appointment facial massage, diet, exercise, herbs and supplements are added to your treatment regime. All appointments following your initial will last 60minutes and will include anywhere from 40-70 acupuncture needles.  

WHERE

Where are needles inserted?

Fine sterile one use acupuncture needles are inserted into acupuncture points on the face and body.  Various points are chosen specifically based on each person’s concerns and overall health.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory believes that qi flows through 12 meridians/channels in the body. Like regular acupuncture, facial acupuncture involves stimulating qi, blood and fluids using needles to bring balance to the body. For thousands of years TCM practitioners have known that beauty comes from the inside, and treat based on this understanding. Various challenges in life, such as stress, overworking and injury can affect the way the life energy, ‘qi’ flows. When there is balance in the body, there is health and therefore healthy skin. When there is stagnation, deficiency, excess, problems can arise which appear on the face in the form of premature wrinkles, lustreless complexion and puffy eyes to name a few.

At NFHC Dr. Beata Skorka, ND utilizes high quality Japanese Seirin needles and intradermals for points on the face.

WHEN/HOW OFTEN

When should I get treatments? At what age?

At any adult age. In your 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s or 60’s. There is no age for receiving FRA. Anytime you want to improve skin texture with tighter pores, decrease the appearance of wrinkles or nurture your skin, body and mind. 

If you’re looking for a quick fix, this is not it. FRA works with your body to bring health and beauty to your skin and face. Although changes can be seen and felt even after the initial treatment, 8-12 weekly treatments are needed to bring more lasting changes to your skin and overall health.

WHO

Who can it help?

Alongside the above benefits (under What can it do for you?), anyone with the following can benefit from FRA:

Facial palsy

·        Facial discolouration

·        Sinus congestion

·       Acne

·       Facial swelling

·       Rosacea

    Who shouldn’t receive FRA: 
    Anyone who has:

·      Problems with bleeding

·      Tendency to bruise easily

·      Pituitary tumours

·      High blood pressure

·      Migraines

·      Diabetes Mellitus

·      Serious health conditions such as cancer, AIDS, acute hepatitis and coronary disease

·      Seizures and epilepsy

·      Cosmetic surgery in the last 6months

    Anyone who currently:

·      Is Pregnant

·      Has a flu or cold

·      Is sunburned

·      Is treating an acute herpes outbreak

·      Has acute allergic reactions

WHY?

Why should I get FRA?

To rejuvenated your life. Self care is an expression of self love.  Facial rejuvenation acupuncture provides an avenue for you to nurture your body and mind.  It’s a way to enhance your beauty, age gracefully, and feel great in the process. 

Naturopathic Foundations Health Clinic is excited to offer Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture (FRA) to its current and new patients.

If you are unsure of whether you should receive FRA, please contact Naturopathic Foundations Health Clinic (905) 940-2727 or email Dr. Beata Skorka, ND at b.skorka@naturopathicfoundations.ca.