Facial acupuncture is a non-invasive and non-surgical cosmetic procedure for facial rejuvenation and skin issues. By inserting thin needles into specific points, it improves skin health and appearance. It’s a safe and effective way for anti-aging and face lifting.
Benefits of Facial Acupuncture
1. Reduce Wrinkles, fine Lines and boost collagen production
Facial acupuncture can relax face muscle tension to enhance skin smoothness. Also, facial acupuncture can help stimulate collagen production, which may reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, leading to smoother and firmer skin.
2. Enhance Facial Blood Circulation and Acne treatment
The insertion of acupuncture needles can enhance blood circulation in the face, providing the skin with more nutrients and oxygen, which can result in a radiant and youthful glow. It also helps fade out acne scars and marks (post inflammatory pigmentation). Chinese medicine is often paired with facial acupuncture for acne treatment.
3. Natural Alternative to Botox and Fillers
Facial acupuncture is a non-invasive and natural alternative for skin rejuvenation. It dose not have the side effects as cosmetic procedures like Botox and fillers. It does not involve injections of chemicals or fillers into the skin, which require constant maintenance after fillers migration.
4. Improve Skin Tone and Texture
Facial acupuncture increased blood flow to the face to promote a healthy complexion, even out skin tone, and improve skin texture. It works even more quickly on women under 30s.
5. Relaxation and Stress Reduction
Acupuncture is known for its relaxing effects, which can help reduce stress and tension in the facial and neck muscles. Acupuncture is an popular approach to reduce stress and improve sleep quality. This relaxation can also contribute to a more youthful appearance.
What are the uses of facial acupuncture?
Here are some examples of conditions that can be treated by facial acupuncture:
- Bell’s palsy
- Uncontrollable eyelid muscles movements (blepharospasm)
- Migraine (one-sided headache)
- Insomnia
- Facial rejuvenation
- Facial asymmetry
- Wrinkles and Facial lines (e.g. Crows feet, nasolabial line, Marionette line)
What are the side effects of facial acupuncture?
Facial acupuncture is a safe, non-invasive, non-surgical procedure. There is no severe side effects when performed by a professional and well-trained acupuncturist. The temporary adverse events of facial acupuncture are similar to that of body acupuncture, which includes:
- mild bruising
- bleeding
- pain
- headache
- other temporary adverse events
It is important to get facial acupuncture performed by a professional and well-trained acupuncturist to prevent the side effects.
