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Facial Revitalization
Facial Revitalization is a relatively painless, non-surgical method of reducing the signs of the aging process, sometimes referred to as a ‘Natural Face-Lift’
How Does it Work?
Through the insertion of extremely fine, sterile needles, energy is accessed with the intent of improving the flow of Qi and blood to the face, resulting in revitalization of these areas. Similarly, a warming, nourishing herb, moxa, is also used to further enhance these effects.
Procedure
In consultation with the acupuncturist, the client decides which areas of the face they particularly wish to work on. This may be facial lines or blemishes etc. After which, needles are then inserted and left in for up to 20 minutes with the whole procedure lasting between 30-45 minutes. It is then recommended that up to 15 weekly treatments are carried out to allow the process to be as fully effective as possible
Is there any Evidence that it Works?
In 1996 the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture reported that among 300 cases treated with Facial Acupuncture, 90% had marked effects with one course of treatment. The effects included: improvement of elasticity of facial muscles, leveling of wrinkles, a rosier complexion and overall rejuvenation not just confined to the face
What are the Benefits?
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Improved muscle tone and dermal contraction
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Helps to eliminate and reduce bags beneath the eyes
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Decreased tendency towards sagging
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Helps to eliminate puffiness by improving metabolism
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Reduction of fine lines
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Diminishing effect upon larger wrinkles
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Moisturisation of the skin by increasing local circulation
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Improved facial colour
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Reduced stress evident in the face
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Helps to lift dropping eyelids
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Reduces or eliminates double chins
Why choose Facial Revitalization Acupuncture over other alternatives?
Facial Revitalization is an excellent and more cost effective choice to surgery. It is safe, virtually painless and has few side effects or risks of disfigurement. It also carries no risk of drooping eyes and mouth associated with facial paralysis through the use of other treatments.
However, there may be some slight temporary local bruising or spotting of blood, but this can also be taken as a sign that the process is working and will soon pass. |
Telling Testimonial
I initially visited Andrew to help recover from a broken ankle. Although I had been out of plaster and off crutches for 5 weeks I still felt a reasonable amount of pain and discomfort & was extremely fed up with it.
Andrew recommended 1 session a week for 4 weeks. At the end of the 4 weeks the improvement was tremendous. My ankle had recovered to the extent that I was rarely aware of any discomfort & I was back running.
But of even greater value than the improvement in my ankle was the feeling of general wellbeing and energy.
For anyone who has a stressful working life (and who doesn’t!) one of the biggest assets you can have is good energy levels.
The acupuncture sessions have given me a tremendous improvement in energy levels.
I have also noticed I am moving towards a much healthier work-life balance and no longer wish to do the ridiculously long hours I used to put in.
Since acupuncture is all about rebalancing I can only imagine this stemmed from the sessions. Although I had not mentioned this to Andrew as something I wanted to change I now see how much happier I am for having reduced my working week.
I have had such tremendous benefit from the treatment and will continue having them on a regular basis. For anyone concerned about any pain factor you literally feel a 2 second discomfort. There is certainly no pain.
Kind regards
(Kingston BNI Director)
Congratulations! Mary completed the 2009 London Marathon in 4hr 50min |
andrew ogleby
BSc (Hons) NEBOSH Lic Ac MBAcC