Facial Rejuvenation—FAQs

Microlight therapy is the application of very gentle pulsed electrical currents that is an ideal stimulus for facial rejuvenation because:

1) All body functions are governed by electrical systems, including muscle contraction and relaxation, nerve function, glandular secretions, brain activity, healing and regeneration, pain perception and so much more. Health is improved and stress is reduced.

2) The body's electrical control systems are based on very subtle electrical signals in the nanoamps and microamp levels used in microcurrent electroacupuncture.  Milliamp current, used in most other facial rejuvenation treatments can be counterproductive to the aim of restoring internal balance.

3) Research has shown that the acupuncture meridian system  and the autonomic nervous Research has shown that the acupuncture meridian system  and the autonomic nervous system is rapidly balanced when stimulated with properly polarized microcurrent used in ELR™. 

 

 

 

WHAT IS MICROLIGHT THERAPY AND HOW DOES IT WORK FOR  REJUVENATION?

Women and men of all ages can benefit from ELR.  We have all been exposed to factors which contribute to the aging process, such as gravity, pollution, sun exposure, smoking, excessive alcohol and coffee, lack of water intake, poor diet, lack of exercise.  It's hard to escape stress and tension leading to Qi and blood deficiency.  ELR is an alternative to costly surgical facelifts and the potential complications.  ELR is also an optimal adjunct to surgery because before surgery it helps make the skin more supple, toned and taut. The skin becomes more pliable and easier to manipulate. In many cases it helps reduce swelling, bruising and scarring and speeds recovery time. ELR is a great post-surgical maintenance program.  

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM ENERGY LIGHT REJUVENATION?

HOW IS ELR DIFFERENT FROM OTHER NON-SURGICAL FACIAL REJUVENTION METHODS?

Various forms of non-surgical facial rejuvenation have been devised and all involve direct stimulation of the face with electrical stimulation, acupuncture needles, heat, massage, herbs or light.  Each of these modalities applies a form of energy stimulation to acupoints and work with differing levels of effectiveness.

 

The lifting and rejuvenating effects on the face take place through adjustments of muscle tone, detoxification and cleansing of the skin, and adjustment of the meridian system.  Most of these systems only stimulate the face, and usually apply currents that are too strong for the best results in balancing and enhancing subtle energy communication between the face and body.  At the Lani'aina Wellness Center we use the latest microcurrent color light probe system to deliver simultaneous electrical and light energy for energy attunement and to mutually enhance the other's effect.  Our far infrared sauna, unsurpassed for detoxifying the body, is the perfect adjunct to ELR. 

 

The number of treatments required varies depending upon age, general health and condition of the skin. Ten to Twenty treatments are recommended, based on age, skin condition and lifestyle. Treatments should be received consecutively, ideally two or more per week.  Maintenance treatments should be received every 4 to 8 weeks.

Generally, women in the 20's may want a 5-treatment series, or perhaps a session or two before an important event.  Peri-menopausal women and those in their 30's or 40's may opt for a series of 10 or more treatments while those women who are experiencing sagging skin and/or under-eye bagginess common during menopause will generally require the comprehensive ELR protocol with 20 or more treatments. 

HOW MANY ELR TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?