Many factors contribute to the visible signs
of aging, including sun damage, smoking,
stress, diet and lifestyle. The skin is our
largest organ and reflects the state of our
internal health. It is the only organ that
we have to take care of from both the inside
and outside. In Chinese Medicine, the state
of physical health, emotions, and spirit is
reflected on the skin, particularly on the
skin of the face. You look your best when
your healthy inside reflects on your face!
Today, surgical procedures, laser
resurfacing, various modes of injectable
therapy and "non-invasive" procedures are
being used to create a youthful appearance.
These procedures only address the "outside",
can be expensive, and can carry significant
risks.
The Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture System
utilizes an ancient needling technique that
is very superficial. The needling brings
increased energy and blood to the face and
can improve or increase the production of
collagen and elastin. Since this system is
based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, the
Mei Zen Practitioner also uses acupuncture
point selections on the body to complete the
balancing of energy. This results in an
overall rejuvenating effect of body, mind
and spirit. Diet, lifestyle, and skincare
are also evaluated and addressed.
Some of the reported benefits of Mei Zen
Facial Acupuncture are:
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Improvement in the fine lines of the
face and a diminishing effect on deeper
wrinkles
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Moisturized, softer skin and a more even
skin tone
- Improved
muscle tone and firmer jaw line, as well
as reduction in the beginning of jowls,
and
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Reduction or elimination of rosacea and
acne
General
health benefits include improvement for:
- Insomnia
- Hot
flashes
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Depression
- Mild
anxiety, and
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Digestive symptoms
Mei Zen
Cosmetic Acupuncture can also help with
weight loss. Some of the reported benefits
are:
-
Tightness of the abdominal area and loss
of inches
- Improved
digestion
- Enhanced
energy
- Better
sense of well being
- Decrease
in postural and back pain issues, and
-
Increased libido
Call
815-788-8383 for more Information on these
new, exciting and nurturing techniques!
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I first came to Nature's Balance for acupuncture on January 13, 2009. I had a whole laundry list of problems that needed to be addressed, starting with lower back and hip pain. The back pain was from an auto accident and subsequent lumbar fusion, and the hip pain was of an indeterminate origin. I also suffered from numerous perimenopausal and PMS symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, hot flashes, mood swings, joint swelling and irregular and painful periods. These issues began approximately three years ago and had been getting progressively worse. I had seen no less than half a dozen doctors and specialists over that three year span. I had had steroid injections, physical therapy and surgery, been prescribed hormones that made me even more ill, and given various narcotics for pain. Nothing worked. I was depressed, drugged, and exhausted every day. My hips got so bad that I could not even climb stairs, put on shoes and socks, get through a grocery store, or get in and out of my vehicle. I had very limited energy and had to give up nearly all my hobbies and interests. In short, my life was miserable! Acupuncture was my final chance at regaining some semblance of a normal life. I am still amazed to say that the results from acupuncture were almost immediate! The first problem to go away was the insomnia. I was sleeping through the night for the first time in three years! I can't tell you how wonderful it feels to get a solid eight hours in one night when I was barely able to get that in one week before. My energy levels sky-rocketed as a result. Over the next few weeks, the back and hip pain eased more and more with each session. My PMS was eliminated and my periods returned to normal. So much for perimenopause! The herbals that I was prescribed worked as soon as the second dose, and my restless leg syndrome went away, enabling me to get an even more restful nights' sleep. After three months, I am now very happy to say that my pain has improved by at least 95%. The other 5% that is left is only due to the physical damage done by the injury sustained in the accident. Considering those figures were literally the reverse when I started this process, I consider acupuncture much more than a success story. I can sleep, I can drive, I can climb stairs and dress with ease, and I can make it through all my daily activities without pain or medication. Acupuncture has given me my LIFE back!! I recommend it now to everyone, no matter what the problem may be!
Paula B.
Elgin
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