What is the difference between cosmetic acupuncture versus botox? Are they even comparable? Yes and no! Since I am an acupuncturist and specialize in cosmetic acupuncture, my opinions are a bit biased of course, but I will do my best to give you the most neutral outlook! Let’s look at a few things…
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When most people think about what to receive acupuncture for, they think of getting treatment for pain. I’d say part of my practice is folks coming in for various pain but the other portion is mental health, internal medicine and (if you haven’t figured out by now), cosmetic acupuncture! Did you know that there is a lot of research to back up acupuncture helping with anxiety?! Let’s see…
Read moreHow many cosmetic acupuncture treatments do I need?
How many cosmetic acupuncture treatments do I need?
You can see below in this amazing photo, results after just ONE session! WOW! (Admittedly, we both laugh-cried afterwards). But the question is, does it last? The answer is, yes and no. Ha! What do I mean then?
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What is Cosmetic Acupuncture?
Cosmetic acupuncture, also called Facial Rejuvenation, is a gentle, effective way to combat the signs of aging without surgery or injections. It boosts collagen, encourages lymph flow and increases circulation in the skin! It is not a traditional facial with extractions & peels, but involves inserting hair-thin needles into the face (facial acupuncture), facial cupping/gua sha, and massage. The result is that your face looks more like you, which these other methods don’t! It also doesn’t pump your body full of chemicals, does not paralyze the facial muscles (like Botox injections do), and you don’t have to risk surgery or long recovery times. Your face will generally look more toned, brighter, and have a more even complexion.
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