Acne, also known as pimples or zits, is caused by clogged pores, leading to a buildup of oil within the hair follicles due to impaired excretion. This condition is a major foe of beauty. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the human body is viewed as an integrated whole, with facial organs and areas corresponding to various internal organs, serving as a microcosm of the entire body. For example, the sides of the cheeks correspond to the liver and gallbladder, the forehead to the heart, and the area around the nose and lips to the spleen and stomach. If there is a dysfunction in the internal organs and the flow of qi and blood through the meridians is hindered, it will inevitably affect the blood and qi circulation in the facial skin and the nourishment of the skin, resulting in the appearance of acne on the faces of those who value their appearance. Moxibustion, when applied to the specific areas where acne occurs, with 3 to 4 acupoints selected for each session, can yield noticeable effects.
Symptom one: Acne on the cheeks and forehead, with a reddish color, bad breath, abdominal bloating, and sometimes constipation.
Symptom two: Acne on both sides of the forehead, even within the hairline, a persistent feeling of melancholy, as if a large stone is pressing on the chest, or a very bad temper, wanting to get angry at the slightest provocation, and waking up with a bitter taste in the mouth.
It is recommended to perform moxibustion once a day, targeting 2 to 3 acupoints each time, with each acupoint being treated for 30 to 40 minutes. Rotate the points treated, with a 10-day period constituting one course of treatment, and then rest for 2 to 3 days before continuing with the next course. (If time permits and there is a need, more acupoints can be treated with moxibustion. The specific duration should be adjusted according to one's own physical needs.)
During the conditioning process, it is advisable to consume less spicy, sweet, and greasy foods, eat more vegetables, and drink plenty of water.