5 Element Acupuncture is an ancient Daoist form of medicine used to help individuals return to their most true self. The diagnosis technique is rooted in the elements found in nature; we are part of nature that is where we find our inspiration and connectedness. The elements of fire, earth, metal, water and wood are within us all; 5 element acupuncture diagnosis uses the senses to detect which element we were born with out of balance. This can show up in a variety of ways including mental emotional imbalances, gut issues, physical pain, hormonal imbalances, etc. These sessions will work on treating the root issue of the elemental imbalance rather than following scattered symptoms. By working with the elements through acupuncture, individuals are able to live a life with less resistance and suffering.

Cosmetic facial acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine technique to enhance beauty. Facial acupuncture works on multiple levels; the skin layer, muscle layer, and overall health of the body. Facial Acupuncture stimulates collagen and elastin on the skin, can help carry nutrients to cells, reduce dark spots and increase blood flow to skin. On the muscle layer, it can restore symmetry, release muscle tension, reducing fine lines and wrinkles and have a lifting effect by enhancing muscle tone. On a holistic level, acupuncture focuses on relaxation by engaging the parasympathetic nervous system, regulates hormones, digestion and immunity which can all cause discoloration, acne, and more; as well as working on the emotions that also be a cause for some of the lines or expressions that have set into our face over years. Gua sha and facial cupping is also often used in these sessions to enhance these effects.