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Athena Giralea is a leading cosmetic acupuncturist based in London.

Sandra Chiu, LAc, MSTCM, is an acupuncturist and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner.

Acupuncture works with the energy systemsof our vital organs, known as Qi.

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In other words, acupuncture is the ultimate holistic treatment for well-being.

But what makes cosmetic acupuncture unique?

She asked about my digestive health, anxiety, and stress levels, sleep patterns, and hormonal cycle.

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Athena Giralea is a leading cosmetic acupuncturist based in London.

Although I dont really have any static wrinkles as of yet (her words, not mine!

Its a great prevention method, she says.

She added more needles to the area to desensitize the nerve pathway and release any tension being held there.

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Like magic, I could already feel the area beginning to relax.

It wasnt until I went to take a selfie on my phone that my reflection made me jump.

That night, I slept better than I had in my entire life and woke up glowing.

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Black hair woman wearing a grey and white bra giving herself a deep cleansing session with a face brush and Gatineau skincare face wash lotion, after her shower. Studio skincare portrait over isolated background.

Athena Giralea is a leading cosmetic acupuncturist based in London.

A curvy woman applying cleansing balms and smiling to her reflection in the mirror.

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