Cosmetic Acupuncture: Stories

As a licensed acupuncturist who does facial rejuvenation, and has had it done to myself, I Am disappointed with medical doctors who don't care to really check out what acupuncture can do (or they would see that IT DOES WORK), and feel the need to slam us because of their lack of understanding HOW it works. It does NOT create edema to get rid of fine lines(WT>>>?). Anyone wishing to see before and after results from using the Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture (one of the forms I use), can visit Dr. Martha Lucas' website, the developer of the Mei Zen style. It not only restores collagen and elastin, tightens muscles and skin, but has a side effect of improved health and wellness. It does NOT create permanent disfigurement, overstretched, shiny skin, 'deer in the headlights' look, or death - all of which could happen with 'plastic' surgery. Yes, there are many fantastic plastic surgeons out there who can restore many people who have been severely injured, etc., and I applaud you and your work. But, that does not give you the authority to denigrate our work because you feel threatened by what we do.

It is not a waste of money to move towards healthier ways. It is certainly much cheaper than surgery, and there is no time needed to 'heal' as that is what it is doing to begin with. It is healing the body using natural law. And, it leaves no 'telltale' scars. It does not fit in the same category as manicures and pedicures, as one doctor stated. I've noticed that all the negative statements against it are by medical doctors.

I DO recomment that those seeking acupuncture as a form of improving health that you check the credentials of the acupuncturist you choose. ASK if they have passed the NCCAOM - the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine - the exam that acupuncturists have to pass in order to obtain their license from their state medical board. Just because your state may allow a medical doctor or chiropractor to use acupuncture in their work, does not mean they are trained to use it properly. A few hundred, or less, hours of study does not compare to several thousand hours of study that a licensed acupuncturist had to attend. Skilled acupuncturists KNOW what they are doing, and can obtain beautiful results. Keep it in perspective, decide what you desire and how you want to obtain that, keep your options open, and BeautifyNaturally. Aging is not something to be afraid of - do it gracefully. It's the only way to have old friends...Reveal your inner beauty.

Hi Sera, 

So glad you found someone who is trained and knew what they were doing. I once had acupuncture after a car accident and it made me throw up, so yes it is so important to have a trained professional. I'm glad you found the alternative to injections or surgery. 

Thanks for the review,

-Britt