By Michelle Gellis AP, LAc, DiplAc Microneedling has become an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure for improving skin, texture, tone and firmness. However, for individuals with darker skin tones (4-6 on the Fitzpatrick scale), there are certain safety concerns that need to be considered before undergoing the treatment. One of the primary safety concerns for individuals …
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Benefits of Green and Yellow Light
By Michelle Gellis AP founder Facial Acupuncture Classes Many health professionals are using red light therapy(~650nm +/-20) and blue light (~420nm +/-20) in their treatment rooms for theirs benefits of treating the skin, reducing inflammation and enhancing overall health. The AcuLift AcuLuma LED light includes Green light (~530 +/-20) and Yellow light (~580nm +/-20)as well to …
Free demo! Self-care Microneedling for Facial Acupuncturists
Enjoy this video with valuable Microneedling Self Care tips, and download the files below for information on the products described.
Facial Fascia: Its effects on appearance and function
By Michelle Gellis AP LAc MAc DiplAc Introduction. Fascia is a thin casing of connective tissue that surrounds and holds our organs nerves, bones, blood vessels and muscles in place. It provides internal structure and has nerves that make it almost as sensitive as our skin. Fascia plays an important role in the structure, appearance, …
Free webinar! Cosmetic Acupuncture as a Source of Profit
Enjoy this FREE 30-minute webinar, presented in conjunction with the American Acupuncture Council on the topic – “How to make Cosmetic Acupuncture a reliable source of cash income for your practice”. Learn how offering facial and cosmetic acupuncture can increase your cash flow and offer lasting benefits to your practice! See more videos on my …
Free downloads – PDFs for your facial acupuncture practice
Enjoy these free PDFs on Chinese Medicine and Cosmetic Acupuncture topics for use in marketing/education for your acupuncture practice.
Anatomy of Expression Part two
anatomy of expression acupuncture today part two Part two of article on treating expression lines on the face
My Top 10 Favorite Facial Acupuncture Points – Michelle Gellis, AP
I am frequently asked what my most commonly used or favorite points are to treat the face and why. Here are my favorites. Some may surprise you! 1. Ear Shen Men Calms the spirit, relaxes the face in return. 2. GB41 – Foot Above Tears Allows for emotional release of frustration/anger Grounds the patient Spreads …
Microneedling and Chinese Medicine
Microneedling & Chinese Medicine Michelle Gellis AP LAc MAc DiplAc Microneedling has become very popular in our profession as a form of treating skin level concerns. As an educator of facial and cosmetic acupuncture I am frequently asked how it fits within our scope of practice. The use of needles to beautify the skin has …
Advanced Certificate in Facial Acupuncture
The Advanced Certificate in Facial Acupuncture program is a unique opportunity for acupuncturists and acupuncture students to acquire skills and knowledge necessary to qualify for basic facial acupuncture certification while working towards an advanced certificate in facial acupuncture. For almost 20 years Michelle Gellis has been teaching facial and cosmetic acupuncture classes internationally. She is …
Acupuncture Today Article on the Anatomy of Expression
Safety Concerns When Treating the Face and Neck-Michelle Gellis AP DiplAc
Safety concerns when treating the face Treating the face and neck area with acupuncture is unique with regards to safety concerns. Needling the face can pose challenges due to its heavily vascularized anatomy, relatively dense innervation and delicate and complex muscularisation. There are more blood vessels per sq cm on the face than elsewhere on …
