Auriculotherapy is a technique rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, based on the idea that specific points on the outer ear correspond to different areas and systems of the body. Rather than needles, we use small, gentle ear seeds — tiny pellets adhered with medical tape — placed on targeted points, providing continuous, low-level pressure stimulation over several days.
Best for: Clients looking for a non-invasive way to support relaxation, manage everyday stress, ease tension, or simply add a calming ritual alongside their regular skin treatments.
What to expect: A quick, painless placement session — the seeds stay in place comfortably for several days, and clients can gently press on them throughout the day for an added moment of calm.
This is a wellness-focused, complementary therapy rather than a medical treatment, and works well paired with our other services as part of a broader self-care routine.
Auriculotherapy at Skin Serenity is a Traditional Chinese Medicine practice that uses precise stimulation of specific points on the outer ear. I place small ear seeds at points chosen for your specific concern, and the seeds stay in place gently over several days to support balance and wellbeing.
Auriculotherapy is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine's map of the outer ear as a reflection of the body. I identify the points most relevant to what you're working on and place small seeds at those points. The gentle, continuous pressure over the days that follow is the mechanism of action.
The placement itself is painless. You'll feel gentle pressure at each seed point, which is a normal part of the practice. Written care guidance is provided so you know how to handle showering, sleep, and eventual removal comfortably.
Most adults are candidates. Certain conditions of the outer ear, some allergies to seed materials, and pregnancy may require adjustments. Auriculotherapy is complementary care and is not intended to replace medical treatment for underlying conditions.
Ear seeds typically stay in place for 3 to 5 days. Auriculotherapy can be practiced as a standalone session or as an ongoing supportive rhythm alongside other treatments.
For more common questions across all treatments, visit our full FAQ page.
Every client's skin, concerns, and goals are different. A personalized consultation is the best place to determine whether this treatment is right for you.
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