Holistic Dermatology

TCM Dermatology

Soraluna’s TCM Dermatology sessions use Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to address skin concerns and promote healthy skin function.

People seek support from TCM Dermatology for psoriasis, acne, rosacea, eczema, perioral dermatitis, herpes simplex, herpes zoster, warts, corns, hives (urticaria), and more.

TCM Dermatology Approach

Our holistic dermatology sessions use a threefold approach:

Internal herbal formulas addressing the root causes of inflammation
Topical applications to clear the skin’s current manifestation
Nutrition/lifestyle support

This approach can really help your body heal from within, whether you have acne, rosacea, perioral dermatitis, melsama, psoriasis, eczema, pompholyx eczema, stasis eczema, herpes simplex, herpes zoster, warts, corns, hives (urticaria), or another skin condition.

For some conditions, especially acne, rosacea, and melasma, I also recommend facial acupuncture.

How it works

Initial Consultation

Come in for an initial consultation. We will discuss your skin history and your whole body health, including your digestion and sleep patterns. Your skin’s health is impacted by a variety of body systems, so I want to know as much as possible about your health. We will also discuss your diet and lifestyle. So many people with challenging skin conditions eliminate lots of foods from their diet, and my goal is for you to eat as widely as possible.

Herbal Formula

If I think your condition is a good match for herbal medicine, I’ll prepare an herbal formula for you. For most skin conditions, herbs are offered as granules or vacuum-packed herbal teas. The granules are prepared in our in-house apothecary, and the vacuum-packed herbs are prepared with our partner Chinese medicine pharmacy and shipped to your house.

Topical Formula

You’ll also receive topical herbal applications, if necessary. These can vary in price per month depending on your condition, and I can work within your budget to find something suitable.

Follow-Up Visit

Every two weeks, you’ll come back for a 30 minute return visit, and I’ll take another look at your skin, see what changes have occurred, and adjust the formula as needed.

Cost

Herbal medicine ranges greatly depending on your condition. For most skin conditions, herbs range from $200-500 per month. I can provide an estimate for you at your consultation.

Treatment Plan

For most people, skin conditions improve in 3-12 months, though this can be longer or shorter depending on the severity of your condition. Once your skin is clear, you no longer need to take herbs.

My goal is for your skin to remain healthy and stable long after your treatments have completed.

Acupuncture

For some skin diseases, I might recommend acupuncture. For example, if you find stress or hormone fluctuations make your skin worse, or have post-herpetic neuralgia from herpes zoster, acupuncture can be supportive. Facial acupuncture is recommended for acne, rosacea, and melasma.

We can discuss your case at your initial consult, and what might be the best combination of modalities for your condition.