Impact on biologically active points is important for the treatment of various diseases and pathologies. Acupuncture affects the functioning of all organs and systems, helps fight degenerative processes, and facial acupuncture is also effective for rejuvenation. It affects not only the upper, but also the deepest layers of the skin, allowing you to fight wrinkles at all levels.
Acupuncture massage has a positive effect on blood circulation and triggers cell regeneration, which quickly affects the face through rejuvenation processes.
Features of the technology
Facial acupuncture is an acupuncture massage that targets points that relax and stimulate collagen production to improve firmness and elasticity of the skin.
With age, facial wrinkles appear, and the oval of the face loses its attractiveness due to changes in contours. This may include sagging eyelids, drooping corners of the lips, etc. Point manipulation allows you to stimulate important nerve endings that affect the structure of the epidermis.
Only a certified cosmetologist who has completed the appropriate courses can perform acupuncture. Otherwise, the procedure may result in negative reactions of the body in the form of inflammation and irritation, accompanied by severe pain.
The facial acupuncture procedure helps tighten and rejuvenate the skin, so in most cases only women who need procedures to restore the elasticity and youth of the epidermis resort to it.
Features of acupuncture technique
This procedure should only be performed by an experienced cosmetologist who has been trained in acupuncture techniques. In order for rejuvenation and face lifting using acupuncture to give a positive result, the procedure is prescribed in courses.
Basically, therapy is carried out for 7 to a maximum of 10 days, and only a specialist prescribes the number of procedures, taking into account the complexity of the disease or skin defects, if skin rejuvenation is necessary.
Judging by many positive reviews, acupuncture has many benefits, here are the main ones:
- the technique is highly effective;
- despite the use of needles, there is minimal discomfort from the treatment; many do not feel the thin needles at all;
- the functioning of internal organs improves;
- along with acupuncture, you can perform mesotherapy, massage and make masks for the face and body;
- In terms of effectiveness, acupuncture can be compared with plastic surgery;
- During the procedure, a person receives pleasure, relaxation, eliminates tension and stress.
Despite all the advantages of acupuncture, this practice has one significant drawback - some people have high skin sensitivity and a low pain threshold, so they cannot withstand needle injections.
Indications for use
Facial acupuncture requires special care. This will avoid negative consequences in the future. Experts identify situations in which it is possible to improve physical condition by performing acupuncture facial massage:
- When there is a need and desire to restore the attractiveness of the skin, while ensuring its firmness and elasticity. Direct impact on certain points provides the opportunity to improve the condition of the skin through gentle muscle contraction. This procedure is suitable for facial rejuvenation.
- In case of an allergic reaction to cosmetic products. The inability to use some substances from the category of decorative and medicinal cosmetic products creates difficulties in skin care. High-quality facial acupuncture can solve the problem.
- Patients who, due to individual intolerance, cannot afford the use of botulinum toxin injections.
- If desired, relax the facial muscles, toning them for a feeling of lightness and creating clear contours.
It is recommended to first consult with a specialist who will tell you in detail whether acupuncture can be performed based on the individual characteristics of facial skin and the general condition of the body.
Negative effects of acupuncture
During acupuncture facial massage, the patient experiences a pulling sensation at the site of needle insertion or pain after its removal. The main reason for the occurrence of complications is imperfect technique of performing the procedure. When pain bothers the patient for several days, it is necessary to apply a warm compress to the inflamed area.
If the needle gets into a large vessel, bleeding or hematoma occurs. Swelling, limited mobility, and pain often appear. The wound must be treated with an antiseptic solution. If the doctor inserts the needle too deeply, it can damage the nerve. The innervated part of the skin on the face is very painful or loses sensitivity.
During the first session, a small number of needles should be used. Before starting anti-aging procedures, it is necessary to check all instruments. In order not to harm the patient’s health, you should constantly monitor the speed of insertion and withdrawal of the needle. Basic techniques include raising and lowering the instrument, counter motion, rotation, opening and closing, inserting the needle while inhaling, and withdrawing the needle while exhaling. Only following these rules allows the doctor to avoid unpleasant consequences. Acupuncture is based on these basic methods of acupuncture.
Advantages and disadvantages of acupuncture
Facial acupuncture appeared in the field of cosmetic art relatively recently, but has already gained great demand due to its effectiveness. But, like any other cosmetic procedure, facial acupuncture has positive and negative sides.
Advantages:
- There is no need to use dangerous chemicals that can cause inflammation and allergic reactions.
- Many skin diseases can be cured with special acupuncture.
- There are no side effects, since it provides a direct effect on the skin, eliminating subsequent problems. But this is only if the manipulations are performed by cosmetologists with the appropriate skills.
- The work of organs accelerates, which improves skin color. Rejuvenation is the main benefit that is provided after a full course of cosmetic procedures.
But there are also disadvantages that not only create inconvenience, but can also cause the opposite reaction of the body. These include the following:
- Acupuncture does not eliminate the causes of diseases, so you can completely get rid of unpleasant health problems only if they are completely treated.
- The technique does not provide a long-term effect, so only if it is carried out regularly can one expect to maintain the result.
- High cost, which is why not everyone can afford it.
- Lack of sterility, non-compliance with established rules. If a cosmetologist neglects the rules of sanitary preparation of the room and tools for work, this can result in irritation and inflammatory processes on the skin.
The advantages, just like the disadvantages, can be added depending on the chosen acupuncture technology, beauty salon, etc. Only careful attention to detail will prevent the occurrence of negative reactions in the body. Therefore, it is best to trust proven and certified professionals.
Cutaneous acupuncture for facial rejuvenation
A facelift is a flat injection method. The doctor uses many needles for his work. There are several types of acupuncture depending on the shape and number of instruments used. The technique of execution depends on the goals set.
To eliminate swelling of the tissues around the eyes, the piercing instrument is inserted flat and immediately removed. The injection is made in the middle of the intended point, and 4 more needles are placed around the first needle. Acupuncture of the skin on the face not only rejuvenates it, but also helps regulate the functions of the entire body. The doctor uses needles in the form of hammers and small rods. You should not use a small tool for work, because... it often causes bleeding.
Sometimes broom-shaped needles are used. Skin acupuncture is performed using a small roller studded with sharp spikes. The procedure has a tonic and calming effect.
Work should be organized in such a way as to avoid uncertain impacts, painful sensations, and bleeding. Acupuncture is not performed on patients with skin burns or acute infectious diseases. During the procedure, the patient sits on a chair or lies on a bed.
Main contraindications
Facial acupuncture is considered a cosmetic manipulation; it can bring not only benefits to the body, but also harm. Therefore, it is important to take into account the main contraindications to the procedure in order to prevent the occurrence of negative reactions from the body, these are:
- Disturbances in the functioning of the nervous system and pituitary gland.
- Heart diseases, including organ defects.
- Diabetes mellitus of any type.
- High blood pressure, vascular and venous diseases.
- Frequent headaches and migraine attacks.
- Oncological diseases.
- Pregnancy and lactation period.
This procedure is not used to treat acne. Cosmetic acupuncture is not suitable for people who are allergic to cosmetic products.
This is a basic list of general contraindications, but there may be individual problems, so an initial consultation with a doctor is required. This will prevent possible complications.
What is this technique?
Acupuncture, or in other words acupuncture, is a method in folk medicine in which nerve cells are irritated by injections from small needles in different parts of the body. There are special points for this, about 700 of them are known, and each of these zones is responsible for one specific organ or an entire system of human organs.
It is important to know that this method is not officially recognized as therapeutic. It is rather folk, as, for example, in eastern countries - China or Japan. In the old days, treatment was at a very primitive level, and acupuncture helped people from almost all diseases.
It is very important to know that performing this procedure on your own is strictly prohibited, and you should only trust your body to professionals, otherwise it could cost a person’s health.
Every day, acupuncture is gaining popularity in different parts of the world, as hundreds of people have been cured with its help. Most often, people suffering from musculoskeletal disorders, namely rheumatism and radiculitis, turn to this procedure.
Advantages and disadvantages of acupuncture
Acupuncture is difficult to overestimate, because:
- The procedure does not contain chemicals or harmful drugs;
- A large number of ailments can be cured in this way;
- No side effects;
- Improving health, accelerating organ function and rejuvenating the body.
There are few disadvantages, but they are quite significant:
- Acupuncture does not fight the cause of ailments - that is, it only relieves the discomfort of ailments, but does not completely cure them;
- The method does not have a long-term result: if the disease is chronic, the symptoms will return immediately after the course of procedures;
- The price is quite high, because not everyone is knowledgeable in this area. In addition, the procedure requires absolute care and caution.
- Sterility. No one is immune from infection from needles, because their cleanliness remains the responsibility of the staff.
There is a list of contraindications in which such a procedure is prohibited:
- Disturbance of the nervous system, namely the functioning of the pituitary gland;
- Heart defects and various diseases;
- Diabetes mellitus of both types;
- High blood pressure, as well as weak blood vessels and frequent bleeding
- Frequent headaches;
- Oncological diseases;
- Pregnancy.
Efficiency
The key point in terms of the effectiveness of facial acupuncture is considered not only to rejuvenate the skin, but also to improve the general health of the patient, since normalization of blood circulation prevents the appearance of lymphatic congestion, which can provoke the appearance of wrinkles, deterioration of skin elasticity, etc.
Swelling is relieved and the occurrence of atrophic processes in the skin, which negatively affect the overall appearance, is prevented. The quality of the upper layer of the epidermis improves, so the tone is evened out and the appearance of a gray or bluish tint is eliminated.
Proper impact on skin points provides the opportunity to remove excess moisture from the body, so after completing a course of procedures you can notice rapid weight loss. This is justified by the removal of toxins and waste. To maintain normal weight, this procedure is considered the optimal solution.
The process of natural collagen production is optimized, thanks to which the development of facial wrinkles can be prevented or the degree of their manifestation can be reduced.
Effectiveness factors
Massage with needles for facial rejuvenation will not be equally effective for everyone, reviews from cosmetologists and women confirm this. The key parameter influencing the outcome of acupuncture is the general health of the patient. This especially applies to the skin.
Unhealthy epidermis is difficult to correct with acupuncture. Even with the apparent effectiveness of acupuncture, the result will quickly fade away in the presence of certain diseases. Hormonal levels, nutrition and the amount of daily sleep become the second most important factors. And the most dangerous of them is detoxification caused by smoking.
There is also a problem such as excess tissue. They can appear as a result of sudden weight loss or stretching of the skin due to various factors. The excess can only be removed through plastic surgery.
Impact points
Efficiency depends on the points that are directly affected, thereby improving the appearance and condition of the skin. Experts highlight the following points that can significantly improve the appearance, which is considered the main advantage:
- Wings of the nose. In addition to providing zonal tightening, the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract is improved, due to which toxins and wastes are removed from the body, which helps cleanse it.
- The frontal area is the size of 2 fingers above the eyebrows. The aging process slows down, and swelling under the eyes also resolves.
- In the chin area, influencing certain points allows you to lift it, while eliminating local fat deposits, called the “double chin”.
- In the area of 15 cm from the corners of the lips. Effective preventive manipulations are carried out to eliminate nasolabial folds by tightening the skin and improving blood circulation in it.
- The inner corners of the eyes are also not ignored. Acupuncture in such places improves blood circulation, improves kidney function and eliminates “bags” on the face. Therefore, after the first procedure, your appearance and general well-being improve.
An important feature of zonal acupuncture is that a complex effect on all these points allows you to get rid of several problems at once.
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Acupuncture Specialists
Song Xiaoyan
Master of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Doctor of the highest category.
Works at the State University of Chinese Traditional Medicine Hospital in Lanzhou.
20 years of clinical experience
Specialization:
- vacuum therapy
- acupuncture
- massage
- moxatherapy
- phytotherapy
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Shi Wei
Master of Chinese Medicine. Doctor of the highest category.
Works at the Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Lanzhou.
35 years of clinical experience
Specialization:
- vacuum therapy
- acupuncture
- massotherapy
- phytotherapy
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Known acupuncture methods
In cosmetology, acupuncture occupies a special place due to its versatility and effectiveness, therefore, over time, new technologies and techniques began to appear that make it possible to achieve the goal in terms of an attractive appearance and even tone.
Among the most popular methods are the following:
- Japanese and Chinese methods.
- Baby face.
- Acupuncture lifting.
Traditional methods are also additionally presented, which have repeatedly proven themselves positively in practice, which can be considered a fundamental parameter.
Traditional methods
First of all, you should pay attention to traditional methods. One session of traditional acupuncture takes 20-30 minutes, but for a comprehensive effect on problem areas and to obtain the desired effectiveness, 3-4 sessions are recommended. There are several subtypes of classical methods of facial acupuncture, so depending on the condition of the skin and the desired effect, the most suitable one is selected:
- Moh's method. A special feature of the technology is that before entering the skin, the needles are heated to a set temperature. This provides a relaxing effect and the ability to increase the effectiveness of the procedure.
- The second method involves the use of special glass bowls, which are used to create a vacuum effect in relation to the skin.
- The third method is similar to the first, but has its own distinctive features. Here, herbal teas, herbs and herbal tablets are additionally used for a comprehensive effect on the body.
Japanese and Chinese techniques
Another common classification is Japanese and Chinese techniques with distinctive features. These are additional opportunities in the field of acupuncture. The Chinese technique is aimed at warming up the skin and creating maximum relaxation for the purpose of subsequent procedures, which guarantees efficiency, quality and a beneficial effect on the layers of the epidermis.
This method is mainly used to eliminate wrinkles, but it is important to do the procedure in several approaches, since this is the only way to see the desired effect faster. Frequency is also important, since the procedure should be carried out 3 times a week for a month, after which a break is taken for 30 days and a new course is carried out again. Such frequency helps prevent atrophy of facial cells and muscles, which eliminates deterioration in appearance.
The procedure, carried out according to Japanese technology, is suitable for starting the process of cell regeneration, due to which the skin is renewed and becomes softer and smoother.
baby face
This is the most common method of acupuncture, as it is aimed at creating attractive and smooth skin that fully imitates a child’s skin. This is where the name of the technique comes from.
The technology is based on a thorough study of problem areas and points of influence, thanks to which collagen production is stimulated. This is a natural substance that strengthens the skin and increases its tone, which subsequently guarantees the creation of an attractive and elastic structure. But it is important to remember that this technique is only acceptable for women 40-45 years old, when the skin enters a new stage of transformation.
Causes of wrinkles
Face lift
This is a type of reflexology that allows you to relax the muscles and bring them to the desired tone to even out the contour of the face and create a tightening effect. There are different ways to influence the points, but the Mohs technology is considered the most effective, since heated needles avoid injury to the skin and create the desired lifting effect.
Japanese and Chinese technology
It is worth knowing that anti-wrinkle acupuncture is complemented by two preparatory techniques - Japanese and Chinese. For example, Chinese involves a warm-up, in which the master lightly pats and strokes the skin, and only then proceeds to massage.
During this process, the master gently presses with three fingers on the desired points. The pressing force changes during operation, as does the duration of preparation. The procedure always begins with the forehead, and then moves on to the eyebrows, nose, then the lips and chin. In addition, special attention is paid to the décolleté and neck area.
This method of treatment and facial rejuvenation is carried out three times a week, one course lasts a month, only after this period of time the first visible result will appear.
You cannot do it yourself, since only a specialist in this field has the appropriate knowledge of the points. In addition, an ignorant person can expose another to great risks.
As for the Japanese body preparation technique, it is similar to the Chinese one and also helps the process of rejuvenation and regeneration of the skin, and helps relax facial muscles. The first result appears after just three procedures.
Reviews
Anna, 48 years old, Rostov-on-Don: “For 25 years now I have been experiencing active changes on my face. Nasolabial folds and wrinkles appeared, so I was constantly looking for ways to eliminate visual problems. I came across an acupuncture procedure that captivated me with its positive responses. I began to notice improvements after the first session, because the skin was restored and acquired an attractive appearance.”
Anastasia, 40 years old, Moscow: “The face lift procedure was recommended by my sister, who gave me the contact information of a good doctor. First, I read reviews on the Internet to make sure that the procedure was so effective. When I came to the cosmetologist, I didn’t want to leave, because the relaxation effect is what pleased me. Some time after the course of sessions, I noticed that my face began to look more than 10 years younger, and this makes me incredibly happy.”
Katerina, 28 years old, Voronezh: “I have long dreamed of doing something to make my face beautiful. I heard from a friend about acupuncture and decided to try it. I completed the whole course, my delight knew no bounds. The skin on the face is evened out and looks healthy. Now there is no need to apply foundation to eliminate unevenness and redness. I recommend it to all my friends."
Patient reviews
As for me, the result is a solid 4+, and no Botox (which is generally poison), a completely natural and natural method. At first it was scary that the needles were being inserted directly into the face, but the doctor is experienced and gets exactly where it is needed. It helped me with puffiness and my complexion evened out. As they explained to me, everything depends on the speed of skin regeneration, bad habits, lifestyle, heredity, etc. And it is important to get rid of bad habits, especially smoking, otherwise they quickly reduce all the beauty to nothing. A friend of mine quit smoking here, by the way, with the help of the same acupuncture.
Galina Leonidovna
15.10.2017
I recommend it to everyone. I’m 36 and I noticed the first effect after the 4th procedure, I’m happy as an elephant! The expression lines on my forehead have become smaller, my skin is fresher, and I feel much more energetic. The clinic is decent, licensed, and employs real doctors from China. The secrets of the beauty of the East are revealed)
Catherine
20.03.2018
Harm of acupuncture - side effects
After acupuncture, some patients may develop undesirable effects:
- bruising and pain at the site where the needle was inserted (if a blood vessel is damaged);
- infection with blood-borne diseases (hepatitis C, B, HIV), which is associated with non-compliance with the rules for disinfecting needles;
- damage to underlying tissues as a result of low qualifications of the doctor and violation of the needle placement technique;
- malignancy of benign formations when they are injured by a needle (moles, keloid scars);
- drop in blood pressure, even to the point of fainting.
