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Natural Anti-Aging
with Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture by James Occhiogrosso
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onceived in increase the pro2003, the Mei duction of collagen Zen cosmetic and elastin, reduce acupuncture system discoloration from age has continued to gain spots and acne and popularity since then, generally help restore according to Martha a youthful appearance Lucas, a licensed to facial skin. acupuncturist who Practitioners are helped create the specially trained, system. In Mei Zen, licensed acupuncturists very fine needles are that use the techniques placed at specific of Traditional Chinese points on the face to Medicine to address help increase blood the body holistically, reRenee Nearpass circulation and collasulting in additional imgen production. provements in overall Many factors contribute to poor health. Participants often find they sleep skin appearance. While damage from better, have more energy and are able to overexposure to the sun is one of the handle stressful situations more easily. better known factors, a poor diet and Compared to other anti-aging treatments, lifestyle (especially smoking), coupled Mei Zen is a less invasive modality to with a lifetime of high stress levels, can reduce visible signs of aging and improve cause an array of visible damage to the overall health. skin, which is the body’s largest organ. Healthy skin typically reflects a body Renee Nearpass is a licensed acupuncthat is in good health through its supple turist and certified practitioner of Mei and youthful-looking radiance. Zen cosmetic acupuncture who owns Mei Zen treatments can help Perinton Family Acupuncture, located in improve the appearance of aging skin the Perinton Medical Center, 800 Ayrault naturally, without other specialized Rd., Ste. 220, in Fairport. For more inforanti-aging treatments, such as surgery, mation, call 585-598-3866, email Info@ peeling, injections, laser resurfacing PerintonFamilyAcupuncture.com, or visit and others, which are often invasive, PerintonFamilyAcupuncture.com. See risky, expensive and relatively tempoad, page 13. rary. Proponents of the system suggest it as a safe, natural and longer-lasting James Occhiogrosso is a staff writer for alternative to Botox. The Mei Zen Natural Awakenings magazine, a natusystem is intended to reduce the apral health practitioner and the author pearance of fine lines and wrinkles, of several books. Connect with him at strengthen sagging facial muscles, HealthNaturallyToday.com.
In Mei Zen, very fine needles are placed at specific points on the face to help increase blood circulation and collagen production.
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