I am frequently asked about studies and articles which have been done on facial acupuncture. I’ve compiled a list of a few. Meridional Cosmetology: Report of 300 Cases with Discussion of Underlying Mechanism. International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture, Vol 7, No 4. Effect of Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture on Facial Elasticity: An Open-Label, Single-Arm Pilot Study …
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Springtime! Time to refresh and rejuvenate your skin!
Spring is finally here and all those months of dry heat , not enough fresh air, winter colds and holiday parties can really show up on your face! There are many options available these days that promise to erase the signs of aging from the face — lasers, peels, injections, and of course surgery. But for …
Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation: The TRUE anti – aging treatment
By Michelle Gellis LAcMAcDiplAc More and more people are turning to high tech, trendy, anti aging treatment to improve their skin. Every time I am at a social gathering of my ‘40 something’ peers, I overhear women talking about Botox, fillers, lasers and cosmetic surgery. These procedures are quick and typically effective, although most involve considerable …
Cosmetic Acupuncture Treatment: Using Auricular Muscles to Lift the Face
One of the most useful lessons you will learn during our Facial Acupuncture Classes is how to locate the auricular muscles to lift the face during cosmetic acupuncture treatment. Watch this video to learn more. Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation for Acne, Dark Spots, and Redness Anti-aging for skin
How Acupuncture Creates Collagen
This article discusses how facial acupuncture can promote the production of collagen. By Michelle Gellis LAcMAc DiplAc For centuries the Chinese have known that needling the skin has a positive effect on its thickness, elasticity and suppleness. As far back as the Sung Dynasty (1279AD) Acupuncture facial rejuvenation techniques were used by the empress and …
Is acupuncture the real fountain of youth?
Acupuncture: the Real Fountain of Youth. In addition to pain relief, acupuncture has many benefits. Here are seven ways in which acupuncture can make you feel and look younger.
Why Clearing Blocks Can Improve Your Cosmetic Acupuncture Treatments
By Michelle Gellis LAc MAc DiplAc As a Five Element acupuncturist who teaches facial acupuncture classes nationally, I was surprised to learn that one of the basic principles I was taught in school is unfamiliar to most acupuncturists. Rooted in Five Element Theory, the practice of clearing blocks before initiating treatment is at the core …
Cosmetic Acupuncture as an alternative to Botox® Injections
Cosmetic Acupuncture as an alternative to Botox® Michelle Gellis, LAc MAc DiplAc In recent times Botox has been used to treat a myriad of conditions. From wrinkles to headaches, overactive bladder to overactive sweat glands, the medical community has been finding new and innovative uses for Botox®. Acupuncture has been used for over 3,000 years …
Acupuncture Treats Moody Skin
We all know how those sagging jowls, fine lines, eye bags and lackluster skin can affect our psyche. But according to ancient Chinese wisdom the opposite is also true. The emotions that we express each day will over time become permanently imprinted on our face. For example, the habitual expression of worry and anger bring …
Unsafe Practice of Acupuncture Under the Term Dry Needling
10 Facts You Should Know About the Unsafe Practice of Dry Needling By: Michelle Gellis LAc MAc DiplAc Over the past few months some of my patients have shared with me that they have been offered Dry Needling by their chiropractor or physical therapist and wanted to know what I thought about it. Here are …
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture and Your Emotions
The human face has 43 muscles, which work together to form facial expressions. Over time, these expressions get lodged in the connective tissue of the face causing fine lines, deep furrows, sagging skin and jowls. Facial rejuvenation acupuncture, facial cupping and facial gua sha (chinese massage) can release atrophied muscles and bring out the innate …
Article “A Multifaceted Approach to the Acupuncture Treatment of Neuromuscular Facial Conditions”
Here is an article I wrote for the Journal of Chinese Medicine… A Multifaceted Approach to the Acupuncture Treatment of Neuromuscular Facial Conditions