Cosmetic Acupuncture
Facial rejuvenation by reducing and reversing the signs of aging through the holistic practice of cosmetic acupuncture.
Acupuncturist Edina MN
Acupuncturist Edina MN
What is Cosmetic Acupuncture?
Acupuncture has long been used as an alternative medicine in treating a myriad of complaints including neuropathy, migraines, sciatica, and depression. Science is only beginning to grasp the powerful medicine that is Acupuncture and understand the mechanisms behind it so it’s no wonder that Acupuncture has broadened its scope to include the world of beauty and become what is called Cosmetic Acupuncture.
What is Included?
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Acupuncture
To enhance the production of collagen via micro-injury to the skin, increase blood flow, stimulate immune responses that reduce inflammation, and activate any number of functional points that have various responses, like reducing jaw tension or relieving anxiety.
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LED Light Therapy
Light therapy is used to stimulate collagen production, reduce inflammation, and increase blood circulation to help with wrinkles and fine lines.
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Microcurrent
Microcurrent is a noninvasive therapy that sends out a low-voltage current that is similar to the natural electrical currents in the body. To provide toned, tighter skin that gives the face a more "lifted" appearance.
We are human beings, when we perceive we look better, we feel better. Imagine a child with a stomachache, you can see that they don’t feel well on their face. Now imagine what years of chronic pain would look like. We can undo that pain both physically and aesthetically.
Cassandra Warren, L. Ac of Edina Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine in Edina has nearly 10 years of clinical experience. While she specializes in treating chronic pain and women’s health, Cassandra Warren, L. Ac has also found great success in reducing and reversing the signs of aging through the holistic practice of cosmetic acupuncture.
Like the methodology behind all of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Cassandra Warren, L. Ac believes that treating chronic pain and cosmetic acupuncture go together like yin and yang.
If addressing complaints is acupuncture’s specialty than cosmetic improvements are right up its alley; it can improve skin quality, help heal acne and acne scars while promoting collagen production which in turn help treat and prevent the signs of aging.
“The fine lines and wrinkles in our upper face are created by repetitive motion” says Cassandra Warren, L. Ac.
“Think of a piece of paper, smooth and flawless, much like our faces at birth. But with repeated use, folding and crinkling, or in our case, the repeated use of facial expressions, you start to see near permanent effects as you would folds and creases in a piece of paper.”
“My technique tightens and lifts the face much like a face lift. The applied mask and microcurrent are used to stimulate ATP production so that the body has the energy and building blocks it needs to rejuvenate and replenish the facial tissue.”
ATP, or adenosine triphosphate, is an energy carrying molecule that naturally occurs in all living things. It powers cellular processes, acting as a channel delivering energy to places within the cell where energy-consuming activities are taking place. In this case, targeting the cells that create collagen, hyaluronic acid and elastin to reduce and reverse the signs of aging.
When compared to traditional Botox products, the effects aren’t as instantaneous. However, Cassandra Warren, L. Ac assures that her technique provides longer lasting results with while turning back time slowly, gracefully and more naturally.
Treatment plans are customized based on the age of your skin with full results being achieved in anywhere from 10 to 20 treatments. And if the aesthetic benefits weren’t enough, acupuncture comes with a laundry list of wonderful side effects that come into play regardless of what is being treated; including better sleep, reduced anxiety, and an overall better sense of peace and well being.
For a full list of Cassandra Warren, L. Ac’s cutting edge treatments and to schedule a consultation call (651) 395-8385 or email info@EdinaAcupuncture.com.