Facial Cupping After Cosmetic Acupuncture: Why the Sequence Matters

In cosmetic acupuncture, timing and sequencing matter just as much as technique. One question I’m often asked is: “Why perform facial cupping after cosmetic acupuncture instead of before?” The answer lies in how each modality affects the tissues—and how they work together to create a more lifted, radiant, and balanced face. Cosmetic acupuncture initiates a […]

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Fading Post-Shingles Skin Discoloration with LED Light Therapy

By Michelle Gellis AP Post-Shingles Discoloration: How LED Therapy Helps Fade Dark Spots Post-shingles discoloration can last for months after the rash has healed, but LED therapy offers a gentle, evidence-supported way to fade these dark spots. Different wavelengths—especially red, yellow, and green—can help improve pigmentation, calm inflammation, and restore skin clarity. Shingles can leave

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Microneedling for the Neck and Chest: Extending the Benefits Beyond the Face

When we think about microneedling, our focus is often on the face — reducing fine lines, improving texture, and restoring a youthful glow. Yet two of the most revealing areas of aging are often overlooked: the neck and décolletage. The skin here is thinner, more delicate, and exposed daily to sun, movement, and gravity. In

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Face Diagnosis: The Face as Microcosm

By Michelle Gellis, AP LAc DiplAc, from her book “Treating the Face: A Comprehensive Guide for Acupuncturists and Health Professionals“ Our face is an outward reflection of our inner world. In Chinese medicine, this concept is expressed through biao li (表裏) — the relationship between exterior and interior. The character biao (表) refers to what

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Is Facial Acupuncture a Dying Art? Why This Ancient Practice Still Belongs in the Modern Treatment Room.

In today’s world of instant results and aesthetic innovation, facial acupuncture might seem like a relic of the past. With injectable neurotoxins like Botox, dermal fillers, laser resurfacing treatments, and high-tech devices dominating the beauty industry—not to mention the rise of microneedling and red light therapy—it’s natural to wonder: is there still a place for

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Visual comparison of hemifacial spasm, blepharospasm, and facial tic for treatment with acupuncture

Understanding Facial Spasms and Tics: A Comparison of Blepharospasm, Hemifacial Spasm, and Facial Tic

Western and Eastern Perspectives on Causes, Muscles Involved, and Treatment Approaches for Facial Spasms and Tics Facial movements are essential for communication, expression, and function. But when these movements become involuntary, they can lead to conditions that are not only physically uncomfortable but also socially and emotionally distressing. Today, we’re taking a closer look at

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“Treating the Face” earns rave reviews

An authoritative guide which combines traditional diagnostic insight with contemporary tools “Face acupuncture is a newly emerging modern sub-specialty, under the greater umbrella of Chinese medicine. Given the lack of ancient sources and relevant protocols, the work of Michelle Gellis stands as a landmark contribution to the field of integrative facial medicine, not only in

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NEW LIVESTREAM – May 4, 2025 – Earns 7 live CEUs

Join Michelle Gellis, LAc MAc DiplAc, on Sunday May 4, 2025, for a six-hour webinar discussing patient intake, precautions, contraindications, theory, protocols, and the diagnosis skills involved in cosmetic acupuncture. This webinar covers the topics from Michelle’s Facial Acupuncture Certification Modules 1 & 2 and includes NEW and IMPROVED lecture and content from her comprehensive

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Illuminating Health: The Therapeutic Power of LED and Red Light Therapy

From “Treating the Face: a Comprehensive Guide for Acupuncturists and Health Professionals Michelle Gellis AP Light-emitting diode (LED) therapy, once a futuristic concept developed through NASA’s exploration of space-based healing, has now become a foundational treatment in clinical, cosmetic, and wellness settings. Initially studied to aid plant growth and accelerate wound healing in astronauts, LED

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Facial Muscle Imbalances: How Hypertonicity and Weakness Affect Aging

Introduction Facial aging is influenced by multiple factors, including muscle hypertonicity, muscle underuse, habitual facial expressions, and poor posture. Over time, these imbalances contribute to static wrinkles, sagging skin, and loss of definition in the face and neck. Acupuncture, particularly motor point needling, plays a crucial role in restoring facial balance, improving muscle function, and

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