FACIAL REJUVENATION
What is FACIAL ACUPUNCTURE?
Facial Acupuncture, also known as Cosmetic Acupuncture, is a natural and holistic approach to facial rejuvenation that supports both skin and overall health. By gently targeting specific points on the face, this treatment increases blood flow and circulation, encouraging collagen and elastin production.
In addition to improving skin tone and texture, facial acupuncture helps lift, firm, and tone the facial muscles, softening the appearance of fine lines while supporting healthy muscle balance beneath the skin. Treatments also promote lymphatic drainage, helping to reduce puffiness and improve clarity.
At The Healing Nest in San Diego, facial acupuncture is thoughtfully combined with body acupuncture points to support the nervous system, balance hormones, and address internal factors that influence aging and skin health. This whole-body approach enhances and prolongs results while leaving you feeling deeply relaxed.
Facial acupuncture is also effective for minimizing the appearance of scars, improving uneven skin tone, and supporting overall skin radiance — offering a gentle, non-invasive alternative to cosmetic procedures with results that feel both natural and restorative.
How FREQUENT?
Unlike microneedling, which is typically performed once per month, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture can be safely and effectively enjoyed on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, depending on your skin goals and treatment plan.
For best results, consistency is key. We often recommend beginning with one to two sessions per week, allowing the body and skin to adapt and respond more quickly. As improvements in tone, texture, and overall radiance become noticeable, treatments can transition to every other week.
Once your desired results are achieved, occasional maintenance sessions help preserve and support long-term skin vitality — offering a gentle, natural approach to ongoing facial care.What to Expect?
A Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture session is a 60-minute experience designed to support both facial vitality and whole-body balance. Each treatment includes carefully selected body acupuncture points to address underlying patterns and support the skin from the inside out.
Your first visit begins with a 30-minute consultation, including a detailed intake and traditional tongue and pulse assessment. This allows your practitioner to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your skin goals and overall health. We will review this plan together before beginning your treatment.
The session continues with acupuncture along the body and face, followed by a deeply relaxing rest period with cosmetic acupuncture needles in place. During this time, you will enjoy the added benefits of Celluma LED Light Therapy, which supports collagen production, cellular repair, and skin rejuvenation.
Your session concludes with a Gua Sha facial massage, designed to tone the facial muscles, enhance circulation, and promote lymphatic drainage — leaving the skin hydrated and plump. We use clean and deeply nourishing botanicals during these sessions. You’ll leave feeling relaxed, grounded, and glowing — ready to take on the rest of your day with ease.FAVORITE SKIN-CARE PRODUCTS
Apoterra's Vitamin C Balm is a most-loved product here at The Healing Nest. We incorporate this deliciously nourishing balm in all of our facial rejuvenation sessions. It is used to create a healthy barrier to protect against external stressors, soften and smooth fine lines with its hydrating qualities, and also helps the skin recover (from too much sun, seasonal dryness, and environmental exposure). 
Dermatrol Clear is a Chinese herbal formula that we prescribe our clients who are dealing with stubborn acne caused by dampness and heat. This formula strongly drains dampness, clears heat, and detoxifies the skin helping to reduce inflamed acne and frequent breakouts. Through herbs and dietary changes, we can promote healthy and healing skin. 
Facial Frownies are used to retrain the facial muscles - most frequently used on the forehead. These biodegradable patches help to soften fine-lines and existing wrinkles. The suggested use is nightly for the first 30 days, and then adjusting frequency of wear as needed. They are activated by water, and are applied while wet. Once the patches have hardened, the muscles have minimal movement. FAQs
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Our favorite saying here is “consistency is key”. We typically recommend 1-2x/week sessions in the beginning stages of care. Once we have carefully assessed you and have seen major improvements, you’ll move into the maintenance phase of care — 1-2x/month sessions.
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Facial acupuncture works by improving blood circulation to the face, and targets areas of concern. We also focus on the whole-body and use points to support balance from within. As a results driven practice, we strive to achieve our clients goals.
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After your 30-minute consultation with one of our practitioners, you will schedule a follow-up. At this follow-up, your practitioner will go over a detailed care plan with you — this will highlight lifestyle and dietary changes, and skincare recommendations. Then you’ll receive facial acupuncture and rest under the Celluma LED light for more collagen production. A Gua Sha facial will complete the session and leave you dewey and refreshed.
Achieve radiance from the inside out, through facial rejuvenation. 