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Lifting the Eyebrow with Cosmetic Acupuncture: It’s More Than Point Selection

One of the things I emphasize when teaching facial acupuncture is that knowing which acupuncture points to use is only part of the equation. How you needle a point can be equally important. In this short video from one of my recent hands-on facial acupuncture classes, I demonstrate a technique using Yuyao, an extra point

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Facial Acupuncture and Emotions | The Emotional Feedback Loop of the Face

Understanding the Connection Between Facial Expression, Emotion, and Qi The relationship between facial acupuncture and emotions is one of the most fascinating areas where Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern neuroscience intersect. Every smile, frown, look of surprise, or expression of concern involves far more than the movement of facial muscles. Each expression is part of

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The Modiolus: Why One Acupuncture Point Can Do the Work of Many

Facial Motor Points and the Lower Face — What Most Acupuncturists Are Missing If you practice facial acupuncture and treat the lower face — marionette lines, jowling, drooping mouth corners, lip lines — you are already working in the territory of the modiolus, whether you know it or not. The modiolus is a small fibromuscular

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Red Light Therapy After Hyaluronic Acid Filler: What You Need to Know

One of the most common questions I hear is: “Can I use red light therapy after getting hyaluronic acid filler?” It’s a smart question, and the answer matters. As cosmetic acupuncture and aesthetic medicine continue to evolve, practitioners and patients alike are combining more treatments than ever before — and the questions that come with

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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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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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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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Acupuncture Treatment of the Neck

Welcome to an early glimpse into my upcoming book, ‘Treating the Face: A Comprehensive Manual for Acupuncturists.’ In this excerpt, we delve into the intricate world of neck acupuncture, a realm that has traditionally posed challenges for acupuncturists. As we explore various techniques and insights, we aim to empower practitioners with the knowledge and tools

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Benefits of Integrating Facial Acupuncture into Your Practice

Benefits of Integrating Facial Acupuncture into your Practice Michelle Gellis AP Explores the comprehensive benefits of integrating facial acupuncture into your practice in this insightful one-hour webinar. Delving into both cosmetic enhancement and neuromuscular therapy, we cover essential techniques including cupping, gua sha, and submuscular needling. Join us as we illuminate the transformative potential of

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Microneedling for Acne and Acne Scars

Microneedling for Acne and Acne Scars Michelle Gellis LAc AP MAc DiplAC Microneedling has emerged as a widely embraced therapeutic modality for acupuncturists, offering diverse benefits ranging from addressing fine lines and wrinkles to treating conditions such as acne, acne scars, hair loss, melasma, and rosacea. This article focuses specifically on the application of microneedling

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Treating Neuromuscular Facial Conditions Pt2

  Michelle Gellis AP discusses techniques for treating conditions such as TMJ, Bell’s Palsy and Trigeminal neuralgia 

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Setting Realistic Expectations for Cosmetic Acupuncture Patients

By Michelle Gellis AP LAc MAc DipAc When meeting with a new cosmetic acupuncture patient there are a lot of factors that come into play when it describing what sort of results they can expect and how long will it take. One question that I am frequently asked is “how many treatments before I start

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