5 Surprising Realities Behind the Origins of Acupuncture In the modern West, acupuncture is frequently shrouded in a veil of mysticism, described as the manipulation of "energy" through invisible "meridians." To the uninitiated, the central mystery is how ancient physicians could map the human body so intricately without the benefit of modern MRI scans or consistent anatomical dissection. However, the reality is far more grounded in the physical world than most realise. The o

For centuries, Chinese Medicine was used to treat a wide range of skin conditions ranging from eczema, acne, psoriasis, alopecia and many others (1). While throughout this time is was understood that disease was caused by a disruption in the body’s energy (Qi) and vital substances (Yin/ Yang and body fluids) (2), modern research now provides a more intrinsic understanding of the mechanisms behind acupuncture and skin health. Acupuncture may be used as a primary form of treatm

What is Cosmetic Acupuncture? Cosmetic Acupuncture, or Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is the practice of inserting tiny needles (0.12mm in diameter) into the layers just beneath the skin’s surface, as well as into the facial muscles that are responsible for producing facial expressions (mimetic muscles). A mixture of superficial (<1mm) and deeper needling (up to 5mm) are used to gain the best results from the various mechanisms that occur in the skin in response to the vari