Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture

 

What is Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture?

FRA is a non surgical method of reducing the effects of the ageing process. It is a revitalising procedure designed to help the whole body look and feel younger. It is based on the principles of Oriental medicine and involves the insertion of hair thin needles into particular areas of the face, ears, neck, hands, trunk and legs, along the energy channels of the body. Specific points are chosen to manipulate the movement of energy in the body according to the individual’s needs. Thousands of years ago the Chinese discovered that many of the channels either begin or end on the face while some have internal branches that go to the face itself. FRA effects the face while simultaneously treating the underlying factors that contribute to the ageing process.

What are the Effects?

FRA may erase as many as five to fifteen years from the face, with results apparent after just a few treatments. Fine lines may be entirely eliminated and deeper wrinkles diminished. Bags under the eyes can be reduced, jowls firmed, puffiness eliminated, droopy eyelids lifted and double chins minimised. Other likely results include: moisturising of the skin with increased local circulation of  blood and lymph to the face; increased collagen production; improved muscle tone, and dermal contraction; tightening of the pores, brightening of the eyes; improved of hormonal balance to help acne, and a reduction of stress evident in the face, in order to manifest the innate beauty of the individual.

What are the origins of Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture?

For thousands of years the Chinese have known that beauty comes from within. At  least as early as the Sung Dynasty (960 AD-1270AD) FRA practices were employed for the Empress and the Emperor’s concubines.

Who benefits from Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture?

Anyone concerned with looking and feeling young and slowing down the aging process. Different methods are emphasised and specific points are stimulated according to how an individual is aging. A person with excess puffiness, for example, would require a different treatment than someone with dry skin. The whole person is treated and evaluated according to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

What is the course of Treatment?

Generally, it consists of 12 treatments. The effects become most noticeable and lasting on or about the seventh session. Each person responds differently, depending on his or her condition and lifestyle prior to treatment. Following the initial course of treatment, maintenance sessions can prolong the results for five to ten years. Herbal and Nutritional supplements, dietary guidelines, and pure organic aromatherapy oils for the skin may also be recommended.

Does it really make a difference?

Acupuncture has been used for almost 5,000 years. A report in the 1996 publication of the ‘International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture’ highlighted that among 300 cases treated with FRA, 90% had marked effects, resulting in a general revitalisation not confined to the face alone.

Why choose Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture?

FRA offers a subtle revitalisation that takes years off one’s face, safely and naturally while improving overall health. 

Who administers Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture?

The treatment should be performed by a licensed acupuncturist with training in Facial Revitalisation Acupuncture.