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SKIN HEALTH

Your skin tells
the whole story

At Meraki Holistic Health in Clifton Hill, we treat skin from the inside out — combining facial acupuncture, gua sha, LED light therapy and Chinese herbal medicine to get to the root of what your skin is trying to tell you.

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ABOUT OUR APPROACH

Naturally lift, brighten
heal your skin

Your skin is one of the most honest reflections of your internal health. Stress, hormonal shifts, inflammation, gut imbalance — they all show up on your face before almost anywhere else.

 

At Meraki, we don't believe in masking what your skin is trying to tell you. We listen to it, and we treat the whole picture — naturally and without harsh chemicals.

01  Treat The Root

We address what's driving your skin concerns internally — not just what's visible on the surface.

03  No Harsh Chemicals

A wonderfully natural alternative to botox — and a lovely complement for our botox gals too!

02  Personalised Plan

Every treatment plan is designed around your skin, your constitution, and your lifestyle.

04  Lasting Results

Results that build over time because we're addressing the underlying cause, not just the symptom.

WHAT WE TREAT
Tailored to your skin goals,
discover what's possible
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​​Whether you're navigating stubborn acne, the early signs of ageing, uneven pigmentation or persistent redness — we have a treatment, or combination of treatments, that can make a real difference.

Anti-Ageing &
Fine Lines

As collagen production naturally slows from our mid-20s, fine lines, loss of firmness and a duller complexion become more visible. Our treatments stimulate your body's own collagen and elastin — lifting, brightening and firming from within. Skin that looks genuinely healthier, not frozen.

Pigmentation &
Uneven Tone

Whether from sun damage, hormonal changes, melasma or post-inflammatory marks — pigmentation can be deeply frustrating when topicals aren't shifting it. Chinese medicine addresses discolouration at a systemic level, targeting the liver and blood patterns that often underlie it.

Facial tension — jaw, forehead & beyond

At Meraki, we treat facial tension as the whole-body issue it really is. Facial acupuncture targets specific trigger points across the jaw, masseter, temples and forehead to release deeply held muscular tension, while gua sha works along the meridian lines to improve circulation and encourage the face to truly let go. 

OUR TREATMENTS
Beautifully tailored to your skin,
discover the treatments

Whether you're starting fresh or building on an existing routine, we'll design a plan — or combination — that makes real sense for your skin.

01

Facial Acupuncture

Our most comprehensive skin treatment and the one we recommend as a starting point for most clients. Ultra-fine needles are placed at specific points on the face and body — stimulating microcirculation, triggering collagen production, and addressing the internal imbalances that manifest on the skin.

It's genuinely effective. It's also one of the most relaxing things you'll ever do.

  • Fine lines & loss of volume 

  • Dull or tired complexion

  • Jaw tension & TMJ

  • Under-eye puffiness & dark circles

  • Uneven tone & pigmentation

  • Redness & sensitivity

  • Hormonal breakouts

02

Facial Gua Sha

Using a smooth rose quartz or jade tool, our gua sha facial is far more than a relaxing massage — it's a therapeutic treatment that sculpts, drains and brightens the skin along the meridian lines. Think of it as an au naturel facelift.

  • Drains facial puffiness & fluid retention

  • Lifts & sculpts facial contours

  • Improves lymphatic drainage

  • Brightens dull complexion

  • Releases jaw & brow tension

03

LED Light Therapy

LED therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to trigger healing processes deep within the skin — with zero downtime and zero discomfort. Safe for all skin types including sensitive and reactive skin, and beautiful as a standalone session or paired with facial acupuncture for enhanced results.

  • Red light — stimulates collagen, reduces inflammation

  • Near-infrared — deeper cellular repair

  • Ideal for rosacea, anti-ageing & post-treatment recovery

  • No UV, no downtime, safe for all skin types

04

Chinese Herbal Medicine for Skin

Your skin's condition is deeply connected to your liver, blood and gut. Herbal medicine works on these root causes — which is why it's often the missing piece for clients who've tried every topical product without lasting results. All prescriptions at Meraki are completely individualised. Never off-the-shelf.

  • Hormonal acne & breakouts

  • Persistent pigmentation & melasma

  • Rosacea & inflammatory skin conditions

  • Skin that changes with your cycle

  • Post-pill skin disruption

WHAT TO EXPECT

How it works — 4 easy steps

Tailored
Consultation

1

We start with your full skin history, lifestyle and health picture — your cycle, gut health, stress levels and everything in between. No generic protocols here.

2

Facial Massage

Nourishing your skin with organic goodness, your treatment begins with a beautiful facial massage. Simply close your eyes and let your mind drift.

3

Gua Sha &
Cupping

We'll treat you to facial gua sha with a soothing jade or rose quartz, and cupping or rolling if needed. Think au naturel facelift.

4

Treatment &
glow

Teeny-tiny and seriously pain-free (pinky promise!). Feel free to ooh and aah at your natural glow stepping back out into the sunshine.

WHY IT WORKS
The inside-out approach —
why your skin needs this

Most skincare addresses the skin from the outside in. For chronic or recurring skin concerns, this only ever produces temporary results — because it never addresses why the skin is struggling in the first place. Chinese medicine has spent thousands of years understanding the relationship between internal health and skin condition.

Hormonal
Health

Cycle regularity, contraception history, perimenopause

Gut Health

Digestion, bowel habits, bloating patterns

Stress & Sleep

Nervous system regulation and recovery

Your Constitution

Tongue, pulse & classical Chinese diagnostics

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REALISTIC TIMELINES

How long until you see results?

We'll give you an honest, realistic timeline at your first appointment based on your specific skin presentation. Here's a general guide:

10-12 sessions

Anti-Ageing & General Skin Health

A course of facial acupuncture followed by monthly maintenance. Most clients notice visible improvement from session 4–6.

6-10 sessions

Pigmentation & redness

LED therapy accelerates results significantly. Usually combined with acupuncture and herbal support.

8-12 session

Jaw & Facial Tension

Combined with Chinese herbal medicine. Results build over 2–3 months as internal patterns are addressed.

Monthly

General glow & skin maintenance 

Monthly facial acupuncture and gua sha as beautiful, consistent self-care. Our most popular ongoing option.

Client Reviews from google

"I have been seeing Casey for cosmetic acupuncture for about 4 months. I wanted to improve my skin health while reducing ageing. Casey has helped me understand my skin and how stress & lifestyle choices greatly impact our skin and overall health. I love that this is a natural approach — I highly recommend you do this for yourself!"

Meraki Client, Clifton Hill

PRICING

Our skin health services & pricing

All appointments include a thorough assessment, tailored treatment plan, and ongoing care advice. Private health rebates available on facial acupuncture — bring your card.

Initial Sessions

$190 - $195

A comprehensive health and lifestyle assessment to explore the workings of your body, mind and soul, complete with a tailored acupuncture treatment.

 

  • 75-minute session

  • Includes initial consultation, diagnosis, advice & treatment

  • Massage option is available for the full relaxation experience

Return sessions

$155/$178

A follow-up assessment to determine your individual needs and a personalised acupuncture treatment to meet your goals. 

 

  • Choose from a 60-minute or 75-minute session depending if you want facial massage included.

  • Includes follow-up consultation, diagnosis, advice & treatment

Meet your practitioners

Each of our licensed acupuncturists are highly trained experts dedicated to customising targeted solutions for you. 

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Casey Dorman

Chinese Medicine Doctor & Reiki Healer

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Rebekah Loh

Chinese Medicine Doctor & Reiki Healer

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Lisa Schaeffer
Chinese Medicine Doctor
YOUR QUESTIONS

We've got answers.

FAQs

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READY TO BEGIN?
Transform your skin
from the inside out
Book your facial acupuncture session at our cosy clinic in Clifton Hill — open Monday to Saturday, just a 20-minute whizz from Melbourne CBD.
📍 1/143 Noone Street, Clifton Hill✓ Private health rebates✓ AHPRA registered practitioners✓ 30+ years combined experience
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