Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is a technique using fine needles on acupuncture points throughout the face, neck and around the eyes. This stimulates the body's natural energy and qi to eliminate fine lines, reduce deeper lines and tighten the skin. Combined with a cool laser, which is safe and effective in helping to improve a wide range of conditions, treatments enhance metabolism, accelerate healing and stimulate the cell function. Facial rejuvenation is gentle, effective and very safe. The effects are botoxesque without being painful, dangerous, and unnatural. This treatment is considered an alternative to a traditional face-lift.



What Is laser therapy?
      Laser therapy is a cool low level laser which is safe and effective in treatments of the skin. The laser light activates tissue regeneration and increase circulation. This helps create new blood in the lymphatic vessels and enhance collagen synthesis.

      Laser therapy may also be used to help cosmetic issues such as acne, exzema, dermatitis and many other skin issues. The laser light heals pustules and improve the inflammatory conditions of the skin. If a skin condition is a concern for you please let me know, and we can develop a specific skin treatment combined with herbal remedies.



What to except during the treatment:
      An evaluation of the patient's response is made after the initial session and the number of follow up visits are determined. Treatments are usually 30 to 45 minutes. After the first treatment, patients usually experience a glow to the complexion as a result of the qi and blood flow to the face. By the 5th to 7th treatment a significant difference in the appearance can be ascertained and even more marked changes in wrinkles and skin tone can be seen.         

     By the end of the series, the patient should look and feel 5-15 years younger. The results may vary slightly depending on how well the patient has taken care of themselves and followed treatment guidelines. During treatment there is a cleansing routine, followed by acupuncture and laser therapy. Very thin needles are placed in acupuncture points throughout the face, neck and around the eyes to stimulate the body's natural energy. A mask and moisturizer is used at the end of treatment.

A special leave in collagen masked can be requested for an extra charge.



How many treatments do I need?
       I usually suggest at least one treatment weekly for 6 weeks or if possible 2 treatments a week for better and faster results. Usually 12-15 treatments show the best results, however I have seen many people with significant changes after the 7th session. Maintenance treatments are recommended after the completion of the series to ensure persistence of the results.



Contraindications:
      If you have severe high blood pressure not controlled by medication, severe migraines, pregnant, have a cold or flu, acute herpes outbreak, or acute allergic reaction, had a recent microdermabrasion or laser resurfacing, I do not perform a facial rejuvenation treatment and will offer rescheduling for patients who are already scheduled.