Is Aesthetic Acupuncture Better than Botox?
When it comes to skincare and reducing the signs of an aging appearance, many will turn to popular cosmetic procedures that utilize injectables such as Botox to lessen wrinkles. While these are a great option for some, aesthetic facial acupuncture is a perfect, natural alternative for most. Discover why so many are turning to ancient medicine over the temporary fix that Botox injectables provide.
Here are 5 reasons to add aesthetic acupuncture facials to your skincare routine to age gracefully:
BENEFITS WHOLE BODY WELLNESS
Traditional Chinese medicine looks at the body through a holistic lens. This means that other components of wellness- digestion, mental health, menstrual cycle, and metabolism- are impossible to separate from beauty. Whereas Botox and other injectables only treat locally and the wrinkles themselves. When you come in for your aesthetic acupuncture facial at TRA, you also receive whole body acupuncture to treat any other complaint you may have.
IMPROVES LONG-TERM HEALTH OF THE SKIN
During an aesthetic acupuncture facial, tiny micro-traumas are created in the skin which increase collagen and elastin production. Both of which will decrease signs of aging by reducing fine lines and wrinkles and increasing elasticity and firmness of the skin. Long-term production of collagen will slow an aging appearance, whereas effects of Botox injectables only last 3-4 months.
ALL-NATURAL & SAFE
The needles used an acupuncture treatments are solid and as thin as a human hair. Nothing is injected into the skin or pulled out of the skin during an aesthetic acupuncture facial. This is a completely natural and toxin free approach to slow the signs of aging. Whereas Botox is an injectable drug created from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, which can lead to allergic reactions and flu-like symptoms. However, as safe as aesthetic acupuncture facials are, it wouldn’t be fair to leave out side effects which are rare, but can include small bruises.
MAINTAINS FACIAL MUSCULATURE FOR A NATURAL LIFT
At TRA, tiny acupuncture needles are inserted at the site of the motor points of facial muscles. This technique will stimulate and relax certain muscles in the face to give a natural lift. This is different than Botox because no muscles are paralyzed, which can lead to atrophy and sagging long-term. With aesthetic acupuncture facials, you will be able to freely express your emotions through your face, while also having a youthful glow.
COST EFFECTIVE OPTION
Although the price of aesthetic acupuncture facials may seem like a lot of money upfront, the longevity of these series of treatments outweigh the length of time you may see benefits from Botox. Additionally, you are getting more “bang for your buck” with acupuncture because we are treating whole body wellness simultaneously. Therefore, depending on your medical benefits, there is always a possibility for partial, if not full reimbursement.
Aesthetic Acupuncture Works Beautifully Integrated Into Your Injectable Routine
When it comes to enhancing your appearance, injectables still might be a route you want to take. Luckily, aesthetic acupuncture facials can benefit this routine by lengthening the amount of time in between Botox appointments, while also increasing the health of the skin. When timed correctly, aesthetic acupuncture before your injectables can create a smoother canvas for the Botox to take to, as it increases microcirculation in the face. To experience the benefits of aesthetic acupuncture in conjunction with Botox, please wait at least two weeks to come in after injectables for your facial.
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