Advanced Facial Acupuncture: Advanced Applications of Anti-Ageing, Cosmetic Acupuncture Theory & Techniques Recording
Event recorded 2nd February to 4th February 2024.
Course Description
Michelle Gellis is a renowned acupuncturist who not only performs the ancient art of facial acupuncture, she also teaches acupuncture facial rejuvenation classes to acupuncturists across the nation.
Discover the transformative power of Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, an ancient practice that offers a gentle, effective, and safe approach to combat the signs of aging and rejuvenate your face naturally. This course delves into the benefits of acupuncture for revitalizing the skin, building collagen, toning muscles, improving circulation, and stimulating blood flow. Unlike surgical procedures or injections, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture carries no risks of scars, infections, rashes, or chemical buildup.
Beyond its cosmetic effects, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture works holistically by shifting the energy flow within the body, initiating a process of constitutional rejuvenation. Chinese medicine teaches us that health radiates from the inside out, and this holistic approach not only erases frown lines but also improves overall well-being, sleep quality, energy levels, and digestion. As we age, the muscles in our face lose tone and mass, leading to sagging, deep wrinkles, and a tired appearance. Through acupuncture, muscle function is stimulated, allowing the face to lift itself naturally via targeted acupuncture points. This results in a healthier, revitalized, and more youthful appearance.
In this course, you will learn specific techniques employed by Michelle, an expert practitioner, who has achieved incredible results, as demonstrated in the accompanying photos below. The course covers the placement of acupuncture needles on the face, including specific points which are noted to have the highest efficacy and wrinkle areas. The micro trauma caused by needles in the wrinkles stimulates collagen production, further enhancing the rejuvenating effects.
Unlock the secrets of Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture and acquire the skills to help your clients achieve remarkable results. Embrace the holistic approach to anti-aging and experience the natural transformation that extends beyond the surface of the skin.
A series of Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation Treatments Can:
- Erase fine lines, deeper wrinkles diminished
- Lift sagging eye lids, reduce bags/circles
- Firm jowls and minimize double chin
- Improve muscle tone and increase collagen production
- Eliminate puffiness by improving metabolism and eliminating excess fluids
- Improve hormonal balance, benefits acne
- Increase circulation of blood and lymph to the face and improves facial color
- Moisturize the skin and tighten pores
- Significantly reduce the appearance of scars and age spots
- Slow the aging process from within
- Reduce stress evident in the face
- Promote overall health and well being
These photos demonstrate the effects of facial acupuncture.
Before Treatment After Treatment
Roseacea treated on right side of face
Course Outline
Day One
- Module 1: Patient Intake, Diagnosis, Contraindications
- Module 2: Theory, Techniques and Protocols
Day Two
- Module 3: Intermediate and Advanced Facial Needling/Cosmetic Needling Techniques Demonstration
BONUS Module: Microneedling
(*This module was covered across Day 2 and 3. To be certified and to possess the equipment, the micropen system can be purchased here)
In this bonus component of the three day workshop with Michelle. Michelle took students through:
- How to use the Aculift micropen and for what conditions
- Where to needle on the face and how for the best effect
- Using the correct settings for what conditions – frequency and intensity of the pen (effects)
- What to do and what not to do
- Products which support microneedle pen use
Day Three
- Module 3: Skin Care 101
- Theory on skin care basics and skin health
- Module 5: Facial Rejuvenation Cupping, Gua Sha
- Facial Rejuvenation Cupping & Gua Sha
- Contraindications & Precautions
- Theory & Techniques
- Module 6: Advanced Techniques and Protocols in Facial Acupuncture
- Advanced Cosmetic Techniques
- Facial Motor Points
- Submusucular Needling
- Scalp Acupuncture
About Michelle Gellis (AP, LAc, MAc, DiplAc)
Michelle Gellis is a Licensed and Board Certified Acupuncture Physician. She has been a Faculty Member and Clinic Supervisor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health (formally the Tai Sophia Institute) since 2004. Michelle Gellis holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Seton Hall University School of Business in Computer Science, and a Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture from the Traditional Acupuncture Institute. Ms Gellis holds the distinction of being one of the very few acupuncturists in the country certified to teach acupuncture facial rejuvenation — also known as cosmetic acupuncture — certification classes on a national level to other acupuncturists. In addition to acupuncture facial rejuvenation, Michelle teaches classes on facial cupping, gua sha and treating neuromuscular facial conditions such as Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis , Trigeminal Neuralgia, TMJ, and Bells Palsy with acupuncture. She has been published in The Journal of Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture Today, the Maryland Acupuncture Society Newsletter, The Acupuncture Desk Reference as well as featured in Her Mind Magazine, Howard County Business News and Be Well World Magazine.
What You Get After You Complete The Course
- Notes to keep
- 10 CPD Points
- CPD Certificate
- 5 year access
- Unlimited revisions during access period