Mei Zen - A Specialty Acupuncture Treatment
Cosmetic Acupuncture for the Face or Neck
Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture is a specialized technique in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) designed to improve the appearance of the face or neck by promoting overall health and skin vitality. “Mei Zen” means “beautiful person” in Chinese. Here’s how it works and what it involves:

Overview
  • Target Areas: Typically used on the face to address fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, and dullness, or on the neck to tighten skin and improve tone.
  • Approach: Very fine needles are inserted into specific points on the face or neck, as well as body points that support internal balance (like digestion, sleep, and hormone regulation).
How it Works
  • Stimulates Collagen and Elastin: Needle insertion creates microtrauma, which stimulates the body’s natural healing response—boosting collagen and elastin production.
  • Improves Circulation: 
  • Balances the Body: Body acupuncture points help regulate internal imbalances that can affect skin health (e.g., hormonal acne or stress-related puffiness). 
Treatment Plan:
  • Usually done 2 times a week for 5 weeks (10 sessions total), followed by maintenance sessions monthly or seasonally.
  • Results can include fewer wrinkles, firmer skin, more even skin tone, and a “lifted” appearance without injections or surgery.
Benefits:
  • Non-invasive and drug-free
  • Minimal side effects (mild bruising is possible)
  • Enhances overall wellbeing—not just cosmetic
Best For:
  • Early to moderate signs of aging
  • People seeking a natural alternative to Botox or fillers
  • Individuals who want both aesthetic and health benefits
Mei Zen - Weight Loss Acupuncture

Mei Zen Acupuncture for Weight Loss is part of the broader Mei Zen protocol, which combines Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles with targeted acupuncture to support healthy metabolism, hormone balance, digestion, and emotional wellbeing—all of which are critical for sustainable weight management.

Overview
Unlike fad diets or stimulants, Mei Zen weight loss acupuncture treats underlying imbalances that contribute to weight gain, such as:
  • Hormonal imbalances (e.g., thyroid or insulin resistance)
  • Digestive sluggishness
  • Stress, emotional eating, or poor sleep
  • Cravings and addictive eating patterns
How it Works
1)  Acupuncture Points:
-  Body points are selected to regulate the spleen, liver, stomach, and kidney meridians, which are key in TCM for digestion, energy, and fluid metabolism.
-  Points may also target emotions, craving control, and appetite regulation (often including auricular/ear points for satiety).
2)  Metabolic Support:
-  Stimulates the hypothalamus-pituitary axis, helping regulate hunger and satiety hormones like leptin and ghrelin.
-  Improves insulin sensitivity and gut motility, both important for fat metabolism.
3)  Stress Reduction:
-  Acupuncture calms the nervous system, reducing cortisol levels (which can contribute to belly fat and cravings).
-  Helps manage emotional eating by increasing relaxation and awareness.
4)  Lifestyle Integration:
-  Mei Zen often includes TCM-based nutritional guidance, encouraging foods that balance your constitution (e.g., avoiding “damp-producing” foods).
-  Practitioners may also recommend movement, mindfulness, and sleep hygiene to support results.

Treatment Plan:
  • Involves 2 sessions per week for 6 weeks, followed by 1 session per week for 6 week.
  • After initial 12 week, less frequent maintenance visits can be continued as needed.
  • Works best when combined with lifestyle changes tailored to your TCM diagnosis.
Benefits:
  • Non-invasive and holistic
  • Supports long-term balance, not just quick weight loss
  • May also improve energy, mood, sleep, and digestion
Best For:
  • Those struggling with weight due to stress, hormones, or digestion
  • People seeking a natural, supportive approach rather than drastic diets or drugs
  • Individuals who want to improve overall wellness while losing weight