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The technique of inserting filiform needles into specific spots on the body and then manipulating those needles is a practice that many Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners have done for centuries. Acupuncture, as it is called, is understood by many of us to be the practice of balancing the body's energy, or qi, which can be beneficial in relieving pain and nausea among many other things.

When it comes to skin fitness what many of use don't know is that acupuncture can work wonders. Commonly, acupuncture is used to treat psoriasis, dry skin, eczema, and acne. Practitioners, in most cases, will recommend a combination of herbal supplements and diet to complement the acupuncture treatments.

Many claim that for acne specifically this combination of treatments can be more effective than benzoyl peroxide and antibiotics. The acupuncture needles used in treating acne can be placed on or near an actual pimple, but usually they are placed on the body at key points that are known to be related to the skin condition.

There are hundreds of points on the body identified in the practice, many of which are associated with skin problems. For instance both acne and certain types of eczema are treated by focusing on the points that promote cooling of the organs. A skin condition is a consequence of unequal energies in the body.

Many scientists cannot agree on the efficacy of acupuncture and there are many ongoing studies intending to prove or disprove how effective acupuncture really is. More than 10 million Americans each year seek acupuncture treatment and most claim significant results regardless of the scientific community's feelings.

Most skin spas are staffed with a provider or can easily recommend a qualified practitioner because acupuncture is common enough. Those that practice are required by the state to be licensed.

Acupuncture must be done in a series for best results, like most skin care treatments. With treatments two to three times a week in the beginning, you should plan for less frequent visits once your skin's fitness has improved.

About the Author

Author Sara Musfeldt created SkinFitnessFacts.com to help people achieve fit skin. Her website has info on healthy skin diets, acne, rosacea, melasma, stretch marks, and eczema.

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