Laying Down is SOOOO Basic. . .

Laying Down is SOOOO Basic. . . But, laying down on an infrared, negative ion, crystal filled mat that has the option to heat up is sooooo. . . uh, opposite of basic.

Honestly, the biomat I have in my South Austin location gives my North Austin location jealous vibes and I will most likely be getting a second mat so both locations can be ridiculously luxurious and extra af.

The mat is filled with rows of 5 alternating types of crystals: amethyst, obsidian, quartz, turquoise, and orange jade which each have a plethora of energetic healing potentials. It can be warmed up to your level of comfort and, when combined with a heat lamp, can feel like a cozy wellness nest (well-nest?)

Far infrared technology claims to help with pain relief and blood circulation and promote relaxation. Side benefit is that you feel like royalty laying on this gorgeous mat.

Come see me. Lay down in a non-basic way.

love,

Jenna

Be Beautiful Inside & Outside with Systemic TCM Microneedling

For those of you who know me, you know that sometimes I don’t wash my face at night and I simply touch up the unwashed mascara as I race out the door with my coffee.  I tell myself that this is efficient and multi-tasky (much kinder than ‘lazy’).

I also don’t use eye cream like I’m supposed to as a late-30s woman.  I have laugh line wrinkles (much better than ‘crow’s feet’) alongside some pimples which are probably the reason I tend to get carded when buying alcohol.

My stance on the beauty industry is that it profits off creating self-doubt and insecurity particularly in women.  I effing hate that.

I don’t want to be intimidated into injecting poison into my face to fit a standard of beauty defined by older white men lining their pockets with my perceived inadequacies.  AND. . . I also want to look and feel beautiful.

I finally found the answer:  Systemic TCM Microneedling

Systemic TCM microneedling (TCM = Traditional Chinese Medicine) is a fantastic way for you to both look and feel beautiful.

Antiaging is out - this is Graceful aging, Supportive aging, Honoring aging.

Microneedling will help:

• minimize fine lines and wrinkles

• support collagen and elastin production

• reduce the appearance of acne scars and discolorations

• enhance skin texture and increase serum absorption by 2000%.

  • That means a whole lot more of the Chinese herb infused serums will be making their way into your system.

Microneedling helps reduce "crow's feet" and other wrinkles on the face.

Microneedling helps reduce acne scars.

Microneedling helps minimize "laugh lines" and rejuvenates skin.

Imagine this:  

You lay on an infrared crystal mat while a customized Chinese herb-infused serum is applied to your face. 

Customized acupuncture points are added for your unique health needs.

The microneedling treatment is completed and an herbal topical mask is applied while you rest.

An optional add on of facial light therapy can finish off the treatment.  

You leave feeling revitalized inside and out.

Don’t just look better. . . feel better.  

If this resonates with you BOOK NOW for Systemic TCM Microneedling.

If you aren’t into the microneedling thing NO WORRIES - I will never push this on you.  (I’m still traumatized by a dermatologist I went to see for a skin care check and she ended up telling me I needed botox and I vowed never to be her).  So, know that I do this microneedling cosmetic/facial acupuncture thing.  Know you don’t have to get it.  Know I’m always here for you.  

Your TCM microneedling session includes body acupuncture, concentrated serums infused with powerful Chinese herbs, a soothing aloe topical mask, and time spent on a crystal infrared mat to help promote circulation, reduce pain, and enhance relaxation.

For $350, you'll feel better, look better, and never freak out about whether your pores are visible on Zoom again. Customized facial care programs available upon request.  

love,

Jenna

P.S. This modality also works for hair regrowth and reducing the appearance of stretch marks!

P.P.S Want even more info?  Check out the microneedling tab!

Building Natural Immunity

Covid-19 has really turned our world upside down. We are being inundated by strong yet conflicting opinions and we never know if we are over or under-reacting in any given moment. It’s hard, disorienting, and stressful. Whenever I feel this level of uncertainty and complexity, I try to take a step back and remind myself of the basic foundation of what we already know.

The virus is a pathogen. It wants to get into our body and create a new life for itself. It is looking for the easiest way to do this with the least resistance.

Our body is a protector. It wants to stay kick out any intruders. A healthy immune system is an inhospitable host for a virus. A healthy immune system is the equivalent of a bad hotel review on Trip Advisor - as a virus is looking for a place to stay it’s going to go to the 5-star recommendations of people with weakened immune systems.

If a virus were rating your body in terms of an accommodating host, where would you rank?

We know how to create an unwelcoming environment for a virus: healthy food, vitamins/supplements, sunshine/nature, exercise, restful sleep, laughter, meditation, sex, water, stress reduction. Living a life in balance.

There are lots of specific recommendations around each of these basic, foundational elements of health and I’m happy to talk more with you about this to create an optimal plan for your individual health.

It was sad to see Instagram remove the #naturalimmunity. I hope they’ve put it back online when this is published. I’m not sure why that happened, but it seems like the conservative Western medical practitioners don’t want some of the more ‘alternative’ modalities being shared. I’m not sure why it can’t be a: let’s benefit from both approach. We can have vaccines AND high dosing of vitamin D, C and zinc. We can have respirators AND Chinese herbs that facilitate healthy lung function. We can have antibody tests AND mindfulness stress reduction exercises.

During this stressful time, I hope each of you are finding ways to reduce as much stress as possible. Stress increases cortisol, cortisol drops immune function. But, don’t let that stress you out! Instead, reach out for help and we will get you on a plan to build your natural immunity.

xo,

Jenna

How The Heck Do I Follow My Acupuncturist's Recommendations?

Have you ever left your acupuncturist’s office with magnets stuck on your ears and a list of things to do at home? S/he probably gave you all the information you needed, but you were relaxed and drifting on a post acupuncture cloud of happiness. You probably nodded compliantly and left. Then, you probably got home and wondered, "How the heck do I do the things my acupuncturist told me?” Well, you no longer have to call in and get a refresher on your homework assignments, because. . .

My amazing business partner Nicole with As You Are Acupuncture and I started a YouTube Channel!!!!!!

Current videos include tips on:

• Ear Seed Care

• Piriformis Stretch

• Neck Stretch

• Abdominal Breathing

• Taking Granule Herbs

• Using a Moxa Stick

• Hand Qigong

• Making Congee

• Foot Plantar Stretch

• Foam Rolling

• Low Back Stretch

And, much more! Plus, you can always reach out to us and let us know topics you’d like us to cover.

As always, if you are having a medical concern, please reach out to your primary physician and always take care of your safety and health. Nicole and I only guarantee that we will be drinking too much coffee, laughing too much, making mistakes, and having an absolute blast.

Let us know your thoughts.

xo,

Jenna