For those of us that are already acupuncture savvy and understand the benefits that a good acupuncturist can provide I would recommend facial acupuncture. I was being treated by my acupuncturist, Erich Cook, for acid reflux and began talking with him about the aging process and I shared with him that I wished that I could do something about the lines forming around my lips and the puffiness under my eyes. I also let him know that I was not open to Botox or surgical face lifts especially since all of the women I have seen look so artificial after a face lift. I did know that he was treating other women but, I admit I was skeptical about the results that facial acupuncture could achieve. I had been told by friends and family that I looked tired and stressed and many times had been asked by coworkers if I had been working too hard. I suppose in their own way they were gently letting me know that my face needed something. Well, I kept thinking, I eat healthy, I exercise 4 times a week doing yoga, I walk regularly, I take supplements, I stay out of the sun, I don't smoke and I don't drink so what else can I do? I am getting close to my sixth decade and I really want to look and feel better about myself what else can I do?
I figured that I had nothing to lose trying facial acupuncture so I began my treatments in November of 2010. After about 3 treatments my family began telling me that I looked healthier, the puffiness around my eyes was reduced, the tone of my skin was healthier and more radiant, I had color in my cheeks and I noticed the difference especially in the morning. After 10 treatments my sisters asked me what I was doing that I looked younger and wanted to know if I was using any of the anti aging creams on the market. I was told by my friends that I looked rested and great. Friends who hadn't seen me for a few months and saw me during the holidays commented that I looked great. When I looked at pictures that he took of me before the treatments began and then looked at my face now I was so amazed how different I looked. I am noticing that the lines around my mouth and eyes are not deep, the areas under my eyes are no longer puffy, and my face looks and feels great. I am only using eye makeup for work. Now I am moving into maintenance mode.
Erich is great because he explains everything so well, he takes his time, and I never feel rushed, he is very intuitive so he can recommend great herbal supplements, teas, or remedies to assist with continued wellness, he is great about letting you know what to expect, and works very well with what your own goals are for looking great. I highly recommend him. Other benefits: your friends and loved ones will notice the difference, there is no down time, and it is much less expensive that other more invasive techniques or surgeries.
I was told many years ago by many plastic surgeons I did volunteer work with that a great face lift should look like you just had an amazingly great vacation not like you've had your face stretched and your eyebrows raised. Well I feel that this has been my great rested vacation look from my great practitioner. Thank you, Erich! - Elena D. read more