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Constitutional Facial Acupuncture Renewal™

Renew, Replenish, Radiate…

Constitutional Facial Acupuncture Renewal™ is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is a safe, non-surgical and effective approach to rejuvenating the face as well as the whole body. It is based on the Asian precepts that the appearance of the face reflects the overall balance and health of the entire body. This system uniquely addresses the muscles of the face, causing a tightening and toning action, resulting in a “lifted” appearance. In conjunction with the acupuncture treatment, Chinese herbal masks and acupuncture points are utilized to improve facial tone, color and diminish the appearance of wrinkles. It is a practical method that attends to the face as well as the body, correcting imbalances, restoring health and well-being; resulting in a relaxed, vibrant, and rejuvenated appearance.

Facial acupuncture rejuvenation appeals to a wide number of women who desire a holistic approach to slowing the signs of aging through a gradual, organic process without undergoing surgery or injecting chemicals. In an article by The NY Times it was described as “a viable alternative to cosmetic surgery”. Individuals who choose to participate in Facial Acupuncture see a real difference in their face, they comment that it looks younger, smoother, brighter and uplifted.

Methods & Procedure

Extremely fine, hair-like needles are inserted in select acupuncture point locations on the face, neck and body. Facial lines, scars and wrinkles that are held superficially are diminished over time by the specific placement of the acupuncture needle as well as the correct application of Chinese herbal poultices, masks and jade rollers. Deeply held lines and wrinkles that result from tension held by the facial muscles, require a more sophisticated needle placement method, which interacts with the facial motor points. These specific motor points are locations where the nerves enter the muscles and cause the muscle to fire, treatments utilizing motor points strengthen the muscle and rebalance muscles that are over-contracted relieving and softening the tense appearance. With the skilled use of facial acupuncture, the face “lifts” itself through the muscles’ adjustment and re-alignment. The body’s Qi or energy system, blood and circulation are stimulated; improving facial color and enhancing collagen production that provides greater structural support for the facial skin. By gently and effectively “unlayering” the stress, tension and held emotions, this technique produces a healthy, glowing and uplifted appearance. The results are readily seen not only in the physical appearance of the face, but also in the emotional well-being of the whole person. It is a natural way to reduce and reverse the signs of aging, gracefully.

A study from the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture reported that 90% of the 300 cases treated with facial acupuncture had marked effects after one course of treatments. These effects included the leveling of wrinkles, improved facial muscle elasticity and overall rejuvenation.

Benefits of Constitutional Facial Acupuncture

• Improves collagen production and muscle tone
• Helps eliminate fine lines, including lip area
• Helps reduce bags and sagging tendencies
• Diminishes larger and deeper wrinkles
• Helps reduce double chin and sagging cheeks
• Helps lift drooping eyelids
• Minimizes furrow between eyelids
• Helps reduce naso-labial groove lines
• Tightens pores and brightens eyes
• Increases blood and lymph circulation
• Reduces stress evident in the face
• Improves Acne (caused by hormonal imbalance)
• Helps eliminate puffiness
• Helps sinus congestion and headache
• Reduces symptoms of toothache, TMJ, trigeminal neuralgia and Bell’s Palsy

Safety

Facial acupuncture is safe, non-surgical technique that uses sterile, pre-packaged disposable needles. Compared to the high risk invasive therapies utilized to enhance appearance today, facial acupuncture enjoys a higher benefit or reward to risk ratio for an individual. It is a safer and more cost effective modality for reducing the overall signs of aging and experiencing a whole body rejuvenation effect.

What to Expect

Your initial visit is a comprehensive evaluation using a Constitutional Facial Acupuncture method of diagnosis and treatment. In this first 2-hour session, we take an in-depth look at past and current contributing factors to early aging signs as well as genetic and constitutional factors and focus on developing an individual treatment plan. Once the initial evaluation is complete, a recommendation for further treatments will be made according to the individual’s specific needs. A general course of treatment can consist of 6-20 treatments of 60-minute“mini” sessions or the full and comprehensive 90-minute sessions. The number of sessions and outcomes vary depending on the individual’s age, constitutional profile, history, lifestyle and self-care habits.

“In one treatment with Dr. Moore, I noticed a reduction in the “puffiness” below my eyes and in my face. I looked and felt younger.”
            Manie, Chef & Restaurant Owner

Short and Long-term Effects of
Constitutional Facial Acupuncture

The natural benefits realized from facial acupuncture are derived from the client’s immersion in an organic process of change, one that is gradual. Following the first treatment individuals will notice an enhanced glow in their complexion and a brightening of the eyes. Fine lines and wrinkles are reduced and the face appears open, relaxed and vibrant. The skin will have an increased tone and vitality. Halfway through a prescribed series of treatments, changes can occur such as significant lessening of wrinkles, improved skin tone and color and overall enhanced vibrancy and vitality. A relaxed and calm presence begins to emerge and the beginning signs of lifting in the jowls, neck and eyes start to become noticeable. Upon completion of a series (typically 12 or more sessions post initial visit) an individual is enjoying a vibrant, toned, and lifted appearance in addition to reduced deep lines and wrinkles. At this point, individuals may feel as if they have taken 3-5 years off their “age” in appearance.

“The results of my Constitutional Facial Acupuncture series were amazing, after the first treatment I immediately notices a brightening around the eyes. Several treatments later the wrinkles and expression lines were visibly reduced, my face had a more relaxed appearance.
The process itself has the pampering of a spa facial, coupled with an allover acupuncture treatment. After every treatment,
I felt and looked relaxed and rejuvenated.”
            Joanne, Fashion Executive-NH

Candidates for Constitutional Facial Acupuncture Renewal™ include those with:

• Unwanted wrinkles
• Droopy eyelids
• Tired appearance
• Sagging neck or other sagging tendencies
• Puffy eyes and dark circles
• Acne
• Bell’s Palsy
• Poor facial tone
• Uneven color
• Splotchy skin

Contra-indications include:

• Hemophiliacs
• Pregnancy
• Severe migraines and/or migraines that occur more than every 3 months
• Acute cold/flu, allergy or herpes outbreak to face (wait until condition resolves)
• Recent Plastic Surgery to the face
• Recent laser resurfacing or microdermabrasion (wait at least 2 weeks)
• Caution is taken with the use of blood-thinning medications as they can cause an increased tendency to bruise (notify your practitioner if you are on this type of medication)

Investment and Pricing

Advanced Constitutional Facial Acupuncture Renewal™ is a cost effective way to renew the face relative to the high cost of injections, time-limited fillers and procedures that carry more serious risks and side-effects at a substantial out-of-pocket cost that are associated with other facial renewal techniques. A prospective client wants to consider the long-term benefits derived from an initial time and cost investment in this process compared to that of other methods offered today.

Constitutional Facial Acupuncture is different, it derives its impact from treating the body and face simultaneously and thereby renews, revitalizes and promotes whole body well-being. In this way, an individual can notice other physical symptoms improving because of the easy and gradual un-layering of excesses and the systematic replenishment of deficiencies. Clients have enjoyed the outcomes of their initial series for up to 2-3 years, in some cases it is helpful to have periodic treatments to maintain and extend those results. Advanced Constitutional Facial Acupuncture Renewal™ is selectively offered at some of the most prestigious spas and resorts across the country. Now you can enjoy this same, sought-after technique through the services of Dr. Laura Moore at a beautiful, convenient seacoast location at Face Body Spirit in Portsmouth, NH. The prices for an initial evaluation and treatment series packages are listed below.

Rates:
Initial Consult:
2 Hours-$375

Treatment Series Package A:
10 or more 90-minute treatment sessions: $225
single 90-minute sessions: $285

Treatment Series Package B:
6 or more 60-minute treatment sessions: $175
single 60-minute sessions: $225

“After my first treatment with Dr. Moore, I immediately felt relaxed and refreshed. The visible results were apparent, fewer lines and my skin felt great.”
           Karen, Geneticist

To set up an appointment for your
Initial Evaluation and Treatment
call Face Body Spirit at (603) 436-0900.

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