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Non-Surgical Antiaging Skincare Treatments: Facial Acupuncture

Healthrob — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 08:00:49 +0000

Cosmetic facial acupuncture is a non- invasive anti aging treatment and as such It’s also one of the most effective.

It consists in the use of pin-like needles that are inserted into various trigger points on the face (such as wrinkles or frown lines). This results in blood rushing to the face, causing it to become flushed. This stimulation promotes the development of new collagen under the existing wrinkles; the collagen fills the wrinkles in and makes them appear less visible.
This type of treatment is usually recommended for those looking at reducing the signs of aging. It can easily make the facial skin look five to ten years younger.

Besides supporting the elimination of fine lines, dark circles, and puffy eyes, cosmetic acupunctures is also successful with:
Tightening drooping eyelids;
More relaxed muscle tone;
Improving the circulation, leading to increased oxygenation of the skin;
Increasing collagen production;
Refining pores;
Controlling acne outbreaks;
Moisturizing skin from inside, producing the appearance of healthier skin by giving rosy cheeks to those with dull, tired-looking skin;
Facial acupuncture is generally not recommended for those with deep lines or ‘double chins’, and is held not to have as dramatic benefits as a cosmetic surgery facelift.
When practiced by a licensed acupuncturist, any type of acupuncture procedure is very safe. Still, complications can arise with inadequate sterilization and improper administration of the treatment. This is why it is vital that patients ensure that their acupuncturist is registered by the ACAOM and certified.

Tourmaline in Holistic Healing

Healthrob — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:47:29 +0000

In holistic healing, tourmaline is known for a range of healing properties (enhancing mental alertness, increasing self-confidence, and strengthening the psychic energy) that vary according to the color of the gem:

Black tourmaline has been used since ancient times to deflect negative energy. It is linked to the root chakra and spiritual grounding in energetic healing and is used for treating anxiety, nervous disorders, kidney and adrenal problems, and heart disease. Black tourmaline is also thought to boost immune function and shield the body from the effects of radiation.

Pink Tourmaline balances the feminine and masculine aspects within a woman, empowering her to reach her full potential. It carries the feminine ray, which vitalizes the feminine aspect in all living beings. The powerful light that Pink Tourmaline draws to the body dissolves both the symptoms and causes of physical conditions, especially those of the female reproductive organs. Pink Tourmaline helps a woman understand and come to peace with her feminine and masculine selves as it fosters the inner harmony and strength she needs to develop her true feminine power.

Green Tourmaline balances the masculine and feminine aspects within man, empowering him to realize his full potential. It carries the masculine ray, which vitalizes the masculine aspect in all living beings. Green Tourmaline strengthens every molecule in a man’s body, tonifies his reproductive system, and reverses any disharmonious tendencies in his body, emotions, and mind. Green Tourmaline broadens a man’s awareness as it maximizes the flow of his life force, granting him courage, vigor, and vitality.

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History of Tourmaline

Healthrob — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:32:31 +0000

The first tourmaline, discovered in 1703 in Sri Lanka, was transparent. Hence, the gemstone was first used as imitation diamond. However, gradually it became clear that tourmaline possessed some amazing qualities of its own. For instance, it was observed that tourmaline crystal warmed by sunlight demonstrated the mysterious ability to attract and repulse lightweight objects. Moreover, although bronchial ailments are generally common among miners, workers in Brazilian tourmaline mines were found to suffer fewer such illnesses.

Scientists have long been intrigued by the unique electrical and magnetic properties of tourmaline. The inventor of the lightning rod Benjamin Franklin possessed at least one tourmaline stone which he apparently used in his experiments. In 1880, Pierre Curie, co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physics (with his wife, the famous Marie Curie), discovered with his brother Jacques, a mineralogist, that tourmaline carries a weak electric charge when it is heated (pyro-electricity) or when pressure is applied to its surface (piezoelectricity). Later, research in Japan confirmed that tourmaline carries a faint but constant electric charge, which is why tourmaline continues to be known as “the electric stone,” especially in Asia. Japanese researchers also found that no matter how small tourmaline is ground or crushed, it is still capable of conveying an electric current. This helps explain the effectiveness of the tourmaline granules in Ki Flow Ion Therapy Jewelry.

Read more about the beneficial effects of tourmaline here.

Tourmaline: beneficial for health and the environment

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:33:57 +0000

Tourmaline, a naturally occurring mineral classed as semi-precious gemstone has unique electric properties responsible for many beneficial health effects.

This mineral is known to generate a weak electric current, producing far infrared rays (FIR) and converting moisture in the air to negative ions. Unlike mechanically produced negative ions, those generated by tourmaline are completely natural and safe and have no negative side effects. In fact, many of the beneficial effects of tourmaline are thought to be brought about by its emission of negative ions.

The MAIN BENEFITS of tourmaline are:

Suppressing Electromagnetic Fields – In recent years, tourmaline has been closely investigated for its potential to counteract the effects of electromagnetic fields, which are thought to be harmful. Researchers suspect that the weak electric current generated by tourmaline suppresses electromagnetic fields in the immediate environment.

Promoting Health – Worn on the body, tourmaline is thought to prevent cholesterol coagulation and build-up in blood vessels. Cells throughout the body are invigorated and immune function is enhanced by tourmaline. It is also thought to purify the blood, stimulate the autonomic nervous system, calm overexcited sympathetic nerves, and promote sound sleep.

Generating Negative Ions & Far Infrared Rays – The tourmaline granules in Ki Flow Ion Therapy Jewelry can be effective in treating neck stiffness and other conditions, because the weak electric current and far infrared rays that they generate improve circulation. In addition, tourmaline’s electrolytic properties cause it to emit negative ions, which are thought to have multiple healing effects on the mind and body.

The electric current that passes through tourmaline is actually a flow of electrons originating in the sun. The sun bathes the earth in a continuous stream of negatively charged electrons, which enter the positively charged side of the tourmaline material and exit from the oppositely charged side. With this current flowing through it at all times, tourmaline is like a battery that never runs out.

How fast Tourmaline therapy gives results depends on symptoms, individuals, environment and many other factors. Time frames for treatment also depend on patients circumstances. Tourmaline can alleviate symptoms of atopic dermatitis (eczema) within a matter of days, while it may take several months before blood glucose levels start to fall.

Tourmaline is activated when rubbed or pressure/heat is applied. This is why the best products containing the mineral are sport wrist accessories that allow movement and sport as well as hair stylers. There are many bedclothes, underwear and athletic support products containing tourmaline. These products generate negative ions because pressure and heat are applied while in use.

For the HISTORY of Tourmaline click here

Read about Tourmaline in Holistic Therapies here

Tourmaline in WATCHES

The tourmaline used to produce watches is blended within the watch during the manufacturing process. The tourmaline wristwatch is a great addition for anyone with an active lifestyle, making it comfortable and incredibly practical.
Buy Breo Roam Sport watches with tourmaline here

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Tourmaline in HAIR DRYERS, STRAIGHTENERS and CURLERS
Hairdryers: utilize the concept of positive and negatively charged ions. Hair is positively charged when its wet. So the ionic hair dryer sends negatively charged ions to break up the ionic particle clusters, and causes the hair to soak up more moisture. Then it seals the hair particles, so they are plumper, and more hydrated, and smoothing the cuticles of your hair.
Hair straighteners and curlers: tourmaline plates generate negative ions and far infrared (FIR) rays. The FIR help to lock in moisture in your hair and also remove static which causes your hair to Frizz.
Due to the concentration of these negative ions hair-straightening time is cut in half and your hair is left feeling much softer and shinier. Tourmaline hair straighteners and curlers give a shinier, silkier result than regular ones and.seal in hair their natural oils and moisture.

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