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McIntire has practiced acupuncture and cupping for eight years. Although cupping happens to be trendy right now, she explains, forms of cupping have been practiced for over 3,000 years. (The ancient Greeks and Egyptians were all about it, apparently.)
"The advantage of cupping over needling is it's non-invasive, and it feels wonderful," McIntire said. "It increases blood flow to the musculature; it tones and tightens; and it helps with lymphatic drainage, fine lines, fat pad depletion, and under-eye circles from poor circulation or fluid build-up."
The benefits of face cupping aren't just cosmetic, she added: "It's great for sinitus, jaw pain, tension, earaches and congestion."
Although research on cupping has been limited, some small studies suggest that cupping may help relieve chronic pain and strengthen collagen in the body.
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