TCM Aesthetics

Common Questions · 常見問題

Choosing a facial treatment

Which facial treatment should I start with?
應該從哪一個面部療程開始？

If you are new to this, or not keen on needles, facial gua sha is a gentle place to start. If you are comfortable with needles, facial acupuncture is the next step. The Trio Radiance facial combines gua sha, acupuncture and face cupping in one session. Not sure? Your practitioner can suggest one after a short chat.
如果是第一次，或不太想用針，面部刮痧是很溫和的開始。如果不怕針，可以試面部針灸。煥膚療程則把刮痧、針灸與面部拔罐放在同一次。不確定的話，醫師聊幾句之後會給你建議。

How many sessions will I need?
需要做幾次？

It varies. Some people find the face feels lighter and more relaxed after a session; for others, any change is more gradual. We review with you as we go, rather than setting a number at the start.
因人而異。有些人做完一次就覺得臉比較輕鬆；有些人的變化比較慢。我們會邊做邊跟你一起檢視，而不是一開始就定好次數。

How is this different from aesthetic medicine?
跟醫美有什麼不同？

It's a different approach. Rather than adding or changing anything, TCM facial work looks at what is already there: circulation, tension in the face and jaw, and how you are sleeping and eating. The pace is slower, and there is no downtime.
是不同的方向。中醫面部療程不添加、不改變什麼，而是看原本就在的東西：循環、面部與下顎的緊繃，以及睡眠和飲食。節奏比較慢，也不需要恢復期。

I've recently had cosmetic injectables or a laser treatment. Can I come?
最近做過醫美注射或雷射，可以來嗎？

Please tell us when you book. Facial work is usually postponed for a while after injectables, lasers or peels, and your practitioner will advise how long to wait.
預約時請先告訴我們。打針、雷射或煥膚之後，面部療程通常要延後一段時間，醫師會告訴你要等多久。

Is it suitable for sensitive or acne-prone skin?
敏感肌或容易長痘可以做嗎？

Often, with adjustments. Areas with active breakouts, eczema or broken skin are avoided. If your skin concern is ongoing, our dermatology care may be a better place to start.
多數可以，但會調整。正在發炎的痘痘、濕疹或有傷口的部位會避開。如果皮膚問題一直反覆，可以先從我們的皮膚科門診開始。