Skin Conditions

At Quiescence we pay close attention to the health of your skin, regardless of what brings you in for treatment. We understand the emotional impact that many skin conditions cause and are passionate about helping people find a natural and sustainable path to achieving glowing, healthy skin.

In Chinese Medicine we think of skin conditions as an expression of an internal imbalance. As such the presentation of your skin, no matter how minor, has always been an integral part of both acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments.

Some of the more common skin conditions we see in clinic are:

• Acne
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Rosacea
• Urticaria (Hives)
• Tinea and fungal infections

When you come for a treatment we will go through a full consultation to get to the bottom of why your skin condition is appearing and how it is reflecting your internal health. We take into consideration all the many possible contributing factors that affect our skin including diet, stress, hormonal balances and immune function and try to identify triggers and patterns of disease.

Depending on the severity and complexity of your skin condition you are likely to receive acupuncture, herbal medicine, topical treatments and lifestyle advice which will be focused on managing and benefiting your skin by:

• Reducing inflammation
• Regulating immune response
• Balancing hormonal fluxes
• Improving digestive function

All our skincare products, balms and salves are handmade here in the clinic, using therapeutic herbs and organic oils. You can purchase these from our shop without a consultation if you wish.

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