Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is a popular non-surgical technique used to reduce the signs of aging to bring a state of inner health and beauty to the surface.  It is more than a cosmetic procedure and can be used to help the whole body look and feel younger.   Thousands of years ago the Chinese dsicovered that many meridians (energy pathways) begin or end on the face.  Because of this interconnectedness, FRA is able to balance internal patterns of disharmony which the skin reflects externally.  While specifically effecting the face, FRA simultaneously treats underlying factors that contribute to aging.

Advantages: Safe Natural Less expensive than surgery Non-invasive No side effects/toxicity Relaxing and rejuvenating Long-term benefits No inflammation/recovery time Improves other health conditions concurrently

How does it work? By improving the circuation of blood and Qi (vital energy) FRA may erase as many as five to fifteen years from the face.  The increased local circulation of blood and lymph moistens the skin, increases collagen production (filling in wrinkle lines), improves muscle tone (lifting sagging tissue), tightens pores, brightens the eyes, and improves hormonal balance to help with acne.  The upliftment of the "Qi" of the face may entirely sliminate fine wrinkles and diminish deeper wrinkles.  Bags under the eyes can be reduced, jowls firmed, puffiness eliminated, drooping eyelids lifted, and double chins minimized.  The overall relaxing effect of the treatment also reduces stress and tension evident in the face.   Acupressure, facial massage and herbal therapy may be combined with treatments to enhance and ensure longer lasting results.

How many treatments will I need? Six to eight treatments received twice weekly are recommended initially with subsequent visits once a week for six weeks.  Results are usually noticeable during the first six treatments.  Maintenance care may be advised once/month to enhance results for many years.

About Your Practitioner: Paige Hetherington, L.Ac. graduated with honors from Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine in Santa Monica, CA.  She is also a National Board Certified Diplomate of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology.  She was trained as an Ashtanga Yoga instructor and has studied herbal medicine and alternative healing since 1996.  She received her training in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture from Dr. Yueying Li, L.Ac., OMD.