You want beautiful, calm skin

According to Chinese medicine, the skin reflects the balance between the Metal element (skin and lungs) and the Earth element (digestion). When these elements are back in balance, the skin can recover better. With acupuncture and herbs, we also work to remove waste products and improve blood flow, so that the skin has room to recover.

Skin complaints and acupuncture

Skin symptoms can manifest themselves in various ways, such as redness, itching, inflammation (with pus), scaling, chapping, swelling or discoloration of the skin. In practice, we see acne, eczema and psoriasis, among other things. Excessive sweating also falls into this category.

Sometimes the reason lies more in the hormonal area, for example around menstruation or during the menopause. In that case, it is also important to look at hormonal health.

The skin as a mirror from within

In Chinese Medicine, the skin is seen as an expression of what is going on in the body. Skin complaints are rarely an isolated problem, but often the end point of a disorder that has been present for a long time. Inflammatory reactions, accumulation of waste products and reduced blood flow can travel to the skin via the blood.

A common cause lies in digestive disorders. When digestion is not optimal, waste products and inflammations can occur. In addition, if blood flow is reduced, these substances are not removed enough and nutrients reach the skin less well.

As a result, skin complaints can become persistent: waste products impede blood flow, while poor circulation hampers recovery.

TCM patterns for skin complaints

From Chinese medicine, we work with patterns instead of separate diagnoses. When it comes to skin complaints, we often see combinations of the following patterns:

• Heat and inflamation: redness, itching, pimples, feeling of warmth
• Dampness and toxins: wet eczema, swelling, pus formation
• Blood or circulation problems: dry skin, flakes, discoloration
• Digestive weakness: bloating, changing stools, tiredness
• Hormonal imbalance: acne around the cycle, worsening during stress or during menopause

By determining the underlying pattern, we can treat in a targeted manner and build improvement step by step.

Acupuncture and Herbs: A Multifaceted Approach

Effective treatment focuses on both the visible symptoms and the underlying cause. With acupuncture, we support blood flow, reduce inflammation and help the body eliminate waste products. This gives the skin space to repair itself from within.

Herbal therapy deepens this process. Herbs can support digestion, reduce heat and inflammation, improve blood flow and help the body restore balance. The herbal formula is always tailored to your personal pattern and can be adjusted throughout the process.

Because skin complaints often have multiple causes, this requires a careful and phased approach. Within Chinese Medicine, we work with clear priorities: first rest and drainage, then construction and recovery.

Conventional care and our vision

Regular treatments such as hormone ointments or creams can temporarily suppress symptoms and are sometimes necessary or helpful. However, they mainly address the effect and not the cause. And that is why complaints often recur as soon as you stop.

The same goes for hormonal drugs such as the pill or a hormonal spiral for acne. Although this may be closer to the cause, it remains an external method of adjustment and may be associated with side effects.

In consultation with your doctor or doctor, acupuncture and herbal therapy can be a valuable addition. This allows you to work on a sustainable solution from within, aimed at restoring balance and long-term improvement of your skin.

Directing back to your body

The body has a great regenerative capacity. Acupuncture and herbs support this ability and help the body to regain balance, even hormonally. When conditions improve, the body can regulate more by itself. This not only increases skin repair, but also confidence in your own body.

Acne and Dermatitis

From an integrative view, when it comes to skin complaints, we not only look at the skin itself, but also at what is internally out of balance. In acne and dermatitis, we often see one or more of the following patterns:

Internal Heat

Inflammations, redness, pimples and a burning sensation often indicate excess “Heat” in the body. This may be related to diet, stress or hormonal fluctuations. The body tries to discharge this heat through the skin.

Dampness and digestive disorders

When the digestive system does not work optimally, “Damp” can occur. This results in subcutaneous inflammation, sebum buildup, itching or wet spots. The skin then reflects what is not properly processed internally.

Lung or skin dryness

In dry dermatitis, we often see a lack of nutrition and hydration from within. The skin becomes scaly, sensitive and reactive. Here, the focus is on strengthening and nourishing the system.

Eczema and Psoriasis

Want to know more about this? Then take a look at the allergy page.

What you can do yourself, nutrition tips

A well-functioning digestive system is essential for skin complaints. A few simple guidelines:

• Eat hot, especially at breakfast (oatmeal is a great start)
• Drink plenty of (warm) water
• Avoid fatty and fried foods
• Be moderate with dairy and alcohol
• Add soups regularly
• Ingredients such as mint, cucumber, turmeric, and chrysanthemum flower help with signs of heat
• Ginger supports digestion and blood circulation

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