I want to wish everyone a joyful holiday season and a happy healthy 2008. I am very excited about this coming year at Comox Valley Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine as I will be continuing my training in treating sub fertility for both men and women as well as taking some very exciting courses on acupuncture during  pregnancy and labour. I have been asked to  doula for some of the women and men that I have been treating this year and consider that a great honour and I can’t wait!

 Wishing everyone all the best and an exciting fufilling joyful 2008.

POSTED December 28th, 2007 By Michelle Hughes

 I recently came across an article on the New York Times titled “Hold the Chemicals , Bring on the Needles” which I was very excited about and wanted to discuss further. This article is discussing the benefits of Cosmetic Acupuncture something I definitely agree with!!!

 Cosmetic acupuncture, specifically the Mei Zen cosmetic acupuncture system which I was taught in Seattle in 2005, involves the placement of very small needles made specifically for the face into certain acupuncture points on the face to slow the signs of aging, release facial muscle tension and stimulate collagen production.

 The amazing thing about Cosmetic Acupuncture is that not only is it improving skin tone, dimishing lines and wrinkles but improving overall health. Acupuncture facials improve circulation and unblock stuck energy which help people heal from the inside out, lowering stress levels and tightening facial muscles.

 Another benefit of Cosmetic Acupuncture is that there is no scarring or downtime involved, it is possible to go back to work immediately after your acupuncture session.

 It has been rumoured that stars such as Gwyenth Paltrow, Madonna and Diane Lane are all  using  some form of cosmetic acupuncture to improve their health and keep their skin glowing naturally.

POSTED December 18th, 2007 By Michelle Hughes