Traditional Chinese medicine principles and methods have been developed over several thousand years. Four distinct methods of treatment are used —acupuncture, Chinese herbs, dietary recommendations and massage—to bring the body back to harmony.
Traditional Chinese Medicine: Esthetician's Guide contains information that will help the esthetician incorporate Chinese medicine into their skin care regimes. Chinese herbal medicine and herbs, facial acupuncture and soup recipes are only a few of the healthful topics mentioned in this knowledge-packed book.
Publisher's Note: The contents of this book are for educational purpose only. It is not intended to replace the diagnosis, treatments, prescriptions, and services of a trained practitioner or physician.
The recipes featured in this book are not intended to be a substitute for professional guidance. It is important that a dietician is consulted as to the proper ingredients and portions recommended for the patient's individual health conditions and daily diet plan. Only your healthcare provider should diagnose your healthcare problems and prescribe treatment, including dietary needs.
Readers should do their own research for new and updated information, clinical experiences, and government regulations that might influence the practice of Acupuncture and/or Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Michelle O’Shaughnessy, DOM, has been an esthetician for over twelve years. She holds a Masters degree in Oriental Medicine from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine, in addition to several advanced certifications in acupuncture facelift and cosmetic acupuncture. She is the owner of an acupuncture clinic in Orlando, Florida.
"Chinese medicine has been around for thousands of years. This book offers a great tool to the Esthetic professionals wanting to gain more credibility from the consumers."
—Mary Thé
Mary Thé Aesthetics, Inc.
"Michelle OShaughnessy has a true passion for both Chinese Medicine and Skin Care and it comes through in her book. She has done a fine job in introducing concepts of Chinese Medicine in an easy-to-understand manner. She has also shared very useful and applicable clinical information. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in skincare and Chinese Medicine."
—Sandra Talan, D.O.M.
Board Certified Herbalist, Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Bachelors in Herbal Sciences