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Seasonal Skin Health: Supporting the Transition from Summer to Fall with Acupuncture in Santa Monica

Support your skin this fall with acupuncture in Santa Monica. Learn how TCM & holistic therapies keep your skin radiant through seasonal changes.


As summer fades into fall, many of us notice subtle changes not just in the air but also in our skin. The transition from warm, humid days to cooler, drier weather can leave skin feeling tight, flaky, or more sensitive. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this shift is deeply significant - seasonal changes impact the balance of our entire body, including the health of our skin.


At Acupunctury in Santa Monica, I help clients navigate these seasonal transitions with personalized acupuncture, cosmetic acupuncture, holistic microneedling, gua sha, cupping, and Celluma LED light therapy - all designed to harmonize the body and support glowing, healthy skin.


Personalized Skin Therapies at Acupunctury.
Personalized Skin Therapies at Acupunctury.

The Fall Transition in Traditional Chinese Medicine

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), fall is connected to the Lungs and Large Intestine. These organs play a big role in both immunity and skin health. When they’re out of balance, it often shows up as dryness, dullness, or skin irritation.

  • Element: Metal

  • Climate factor: Dryness

  • Emotion: Letting go


Fall is also considered a Yin season. Yin is about rest, cooling down, and nourishing - qualities that balance the leftover warmth of summer. As Yin becomes stronger, both your body and your skin need more hydration, rest, and gentle support.


Early Fall (Sept 7 – Oct 7)

This period begins around White Dew (Báilù). The heat of summer is still present, but Yin energy is rising. The focus shifts from digestion (Earth element: Spleen & Stomach) to the Lungs and Large Intestine (Metal element), which influence immunity and skin.


Mid-Fall (Oct 8 – Nov 7)

Beginning around Cold Dew (Hánlù), Yin energy takes over and things contract inward - like leaves falling from trees. The Metal element is at its peak. This makes the Lungs more vulnerable to dryness (dry cough, scratchy throat, dry skin), while the Large Intestine helps with healthy elimination and the emotional process of “letting go.”


By living in rhythm with the season, you can keep your skin hydrated, strengthen your immune system, and support emotional balance as you move into the cooler months.


Why Skin Changes in Fall: A Biomedical Perspective

From a Western dermatology standpoint, the skin is highly sensitive to seasonal changes:

  • Dry Air & Low Humidity: Fall air pulls moisture from the skin, compromising its barrier.

  • Barrier Repair: A weakened skin barrier makes skin prone to redness, irritation, and sensitivity.

  • Immune Response: With seasonal stress, flare-ups of eczema, psoriasis, and acne often increase.


Both biomedical and TCM perspectives emphasize hydration, nourishment, and immune support during fall - proving just how interconnected body and skin health truly are.


TCM-Inspired Tips for Glowing Skin This Fall

Hydrate Inside & Out

  • TCM: Eat moistening foods like pears, honey, sesame seeds, and almonds.

  • Skincare: Switch to richer moisturizers and use hydrating serums with hyaluronic acid.


Support the Lung System

  • Daily breathwork and regular acupuncture sessions strengthen Lung Qi and immunity.

  • In Los Angeles, where air quality can affect the Lungs, this support is especially important.


Facial Therapies for Circulation & Glow

  • Cosmetic acupuncture, gua sha, and facial cupping increase circulation and fluid balance.

  • Biomedical research shows these treatments improve microcirculation, reduce inflammation, and boost collagen production.


Rest & Align with the Season

  • Shorter days are a reminder to rest earlier. Sleep helps restore the skin’s barrier overnight.

  • Fall is also a time for release - just as the trees shed leaves, letting go of what no longer serves us creates space for renewal.


How Acupunctury in Santa Monica Can Support You

At Acupunctury, I combine TCM principles with modern skin health therapies to guide you through seasonal changes with ease:

  • Facial Rejuvenation (Cosmetic Acupuncture, Body Acupuncture, Facial Cupping & Gua Sha) – Restore balance, calm the nervous system, and revitalize your skin.

  • Holistic Microneedling & Body Acupuncture – Stimulate collagen and elastin while treating root imbalances.

  • Facial Cupping & Gua Sha – Encourage lymphatic drainage and restore natural radiance.

  • Celluma LED Light Therapy – Scientifically proven to reduce inflammation and boost skin cell repair.


Whether you’re experiencing dryness, breakouts, or simply want to maintain radiant skin through the fall, acupuncture provides both skin rejuvenation and whole-body wellness.


Book Your Fall Skin Health Treatment in Santa Monica

Seasonal transitions are the perfect time to realign your body and invest in your skin health. If you’re in Santa Monica or Los Angeles and ready to experience the benefits of acupuncture and holistic skin therapies, I’d love to welcome you into Acupunctury.


Book your appointment today at Acupunctury and support your skin and body through the shift from summer to fall.


📞 Call/Text: (424) 252-1210

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