Bojin
FAQs about Bojin
Is Bojin painful?
Answer: Bojin therapy involves firm pressure, and some customers may experience mild discomfort, especially in areas with a lot of tension. However, it should not be unbearably painful. Your therapist will adjust the pressure to your comfort level, and the goal is to relieve pain, not cause it. Afterward, clients typically feel relaxed and tension-free.
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How many sessions do I need to see results?
Answer: Many customers feel some relief after their first session, especially in terms of relaxation and reduced tension. However, for chronic conditions or deeper issues, a series of sessions may be required to achieve long-lasting results. Your therapist will advise you on the best treatment plan based on your condition.
Is Bojin suitable for everyone?
Answer: While Bojin is safe and effective for most people, it may not be suitable for those who are pregnant, have recently had surgery or an injury, have fractures, suffer from certain cardiovascular conditions, or have blood clotting disorders. Always consult with your therapist or healthcare provider if you have any medical concerns before starting Bojin therapy.
What can I expect during a Bojin session?
Answer: During a Bojin session, the therapist will apply pressure to specific meridian points and muscle layers using their hands or specialized tools. The session typically lasts between 45 to 60 minutes, focusing on areas where you experience the most tension or discomfort. You may feel immediate relief in some areas, and deeper relaxation as the treatment progresses.
Are there any side effects after Bojin therapy?
Answer: Most people feel relaxed and rejuvenated after a Bojin session. Some clients may experience mild soreness or tenderness in areas where deep pressure was applied, similar to what you might feel after a workout. This usually subsides within a day or two. If you have sensitive skin, there might be minor redness, but it fades quickly.
What should I do to prepare for a Bojin session?
Answer: Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing to your appointment. It’s a good idea to stay hydrated before and after your session to help your body recover and release toxins. Communicate openly with your therapist about any specific areas of pain or tension so they can tailor the treatment to your needs.
Can Bojin help with stress and mental well-being?
Answer: Yes! Bojin therapy not only helps relieve physical tension but also promotes relaxation by improving the body’s qi flow. Many clients report feeling more balanced, less stressed, and mentally clearer after their sessions, as Bojin can help alleviate both the physical and emotional effects of stress.
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How long do the effects of Bojin last?
Answer: The immediate effects of relaxation and tension relief can last for several days after your session. For chronic pain or deeper issues, a consistent treatment plan over several weeks or months may be necessary to maintain long-term results. Regular sessions can help prevent the recurrence of tension or pain.
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What is the relationship between facial wrinkles and internal organs of the body?
​​The relationship between facial wrinkles and internal organs of the body:
According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the formation of facial wrinkles is closely related to the decline of organ function, imbalance of qi and blood, and blockage of meridians. Wrinkles in different parts reflect the problems of specific organs and meridians. The following is the correspondence between the main facial wrinkles and organs and meridians and the conditioning ideas:
1. Forehead wrinkles
• Related organs: heart, bladder
• Related meridians: bladder meridian (running in the forehead), Du channel
• Causes of formation:
Excessive thinking consumes heart and blood, leading to tension in the forehead muscles.
Blood bladder meridian qi deficiency (often accompanied by cervical spine problems), qi and blood cannot nourish the forehead.
• Manifestations: deep horizontal lines, vertical lines (long-term frowning).
• External conditioning: BoJin the heart meridian (inside of the arm); bladder meridian (both sides of the back spine; midline behind the legs); stimulate the Yintang point; Zanzhu point
• Avoid excessive brain use.
2. Lines between eyebrows
• Related organs: liver, lung
• Related meridians: lung meridian (branch to the eyebrows), liver meridian
• Causes:
Liver depression and qi stagnation (long-term depression, anger), tight muscles between eyebrows.
Insufficient lung qi (shallow breathing), skin lacks nourishment.
• Manifestation: vertical wrinkles between eyebrows, often accompanied by a greenish-yellow complexion.
• Internal conditioning: soothing the liver and regulating qi (rose tea)
• External conditioning: BoJin the liver meridian (inner leg); lung meridian (inner arm); stimulate Taichong point; lung point.
3. Lines at the corners of the eyes (crow's feet)
• Related organs: liver, kidney
• Related meridians: gallbladder meridian (running at the end of the eye), small intestine meridian
• Causes:
Insufficient liver blood (staying up late, overusing eyes), lack of nourishment around the eyes.
Kidney essence deficiency (aging), loose skin at the end of the eyes.
• Manifestation: radial fine lines at the end of the eyes, aggravated by dryness
• Internal conditioning: nourishing the liver and kidney (wolfberry, black sesame)
• External conditioning: BoJin the liver meridian (inner leg); kidney meridian (inner leg); stimulate Sanyinjiao, massage around the eyes (along the gallbladder meridian).
4. Nose bridge lines (horizontal lines)
• Related organs: spleen, stomach
• Related meridians: stomach meridian (running along the wings of the nose), large intestine meridian
• Causes:
Weak spleen and stomach (improper diet), decreased support of nasal muscles.
Stagnation of the large intestine meridian (constipation), accumulation of toxins aggravates the lines.
• Manifestations: Horizontal fine lines on the bridge of the nose, often accompanied by deepening of the nasolabial folds.
• Internal conditioning: Strengthen the spleen and stomach (Chinese yam, Poria)
• External conditioning: BoJin the spleen meridian (inside leg); stomach meridian (midline in front of leg); stimulate Hegu acupoint (large intestine meridian), Zusanli (stomach meridian)
5. Nasal folds (nasolabial folds)
• Related organs: spleen, stomach, large intestine
• Related meridians: Stomach meridian of foot yangming (running along the nasolabial lines), large intestine meridian of hand yangming
• Causes:
Spleen deficiency (muscle relaxation), insufficient stomach qi (weak digestive function), sagging face.
Poor blood circulation in the large intestine meridian (abnormal defecation), deep and dark lines.
• Manifestation: sunken lines from the nose to the corners of the mouth, early appearance indicates premature aging.
• External conditioning: BoJin the spleen meridian (inside leg); stomach meridian (midline in front of leg); large intestine meridian (outside arm); stimulate Zhongwan acupoint (strengthen the spleen and stomach), face lifting (along the direction of the stomach meridian).
6. Mouth corner lines (puppet lines)
• Related organs: spleen, kidney
• Related meridians: Taiyin spleen meridian (link tongue scattered under the lips), Ren channel
• Causes:
Spleen deficiency and dampness (drooping corners of the mouth), insufficient kidney qi (loss of collagen).
Ren channel qi and blood decline (worsened after menopause).
• Manifestations: drooping corners of the mouth with radial lines, often accompanied by dark lips.
• Internal conditioning: tonifying spleen and kidney (Gorgon fruit, walnut)
• External conditioning: BoJin spleen meridian (inner leg); kidney meridian (inner leg); stimulate Dicang acupoint (stomach meridian), Guanyuan acupoint (Ren channel).
7. Neck lines
• Related organs: kidney, spleen
• Related meridians: Shaoyin kidney meridian (running through the neck), Du channel
• Causes:
Kidney essence deficiency (early neck lines), spleen deficiency (poor skin elasticity).
Long-term bowing of the head compresses the Du channel, and qi and blood are blocked.
• Manifestation: horizontal lines, severe cases present as "turkey neck".
• External conditioning: massage the kidney meridian (inside leg); spleen meridian (inside leg); scrape the neck (along the kidney meridian), stimulate the Dazhui point (Du channel).
Core pathogenesis of wrinkle formation:
1. Qi and blood deficiency: liver blood deficiency (around the eyes), heart blood deficiency (forehead).
2. Meridian stasis: Yangming meridian (nasolabial folds), Shaoyang meridian (crow's feet).
3. Organ weakness: spleen (muscle relaxation), kidney (bone loss).
Overall anti-wrinkle conditioning principles
1. Internal conditioning:
Liver depression: Xiaoyao pills (soothing the liver).
Spleen deficiency: Shenling Baizhu powder (strengthening the spleen).
Kidney deficiency: Liuwei Dihuang pills (replenishing essence).
2. External treatment:
Facial BoJin (along the meridians).
Whole body BoJin
3. Lifestyle habits:
Avoid sleeping on the side (compressing the facial meridians).
Sun protection (the lungs govern the skin and fur, and protect against external pathogens).
Note: Wrinkles are external signals of internal imbalance and need to be treated in combination with systemic symptoms.
\What is the relationship between various facial skin problems and the internal organs and meridians of the body?
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According to the theoretical knowledge of traditional Chinese medicine, facial skin is the "mirror" of the health of internal organs. Skin problems in different parts of the body (such as acne, spots, dryness, oiliness, etc.) are closely related to the dysfunction of specific organs and meridian blockage. The following is the correspondence between common facial skin problems and internal organs and meridians and the conditioning ideas:
#I. Classification by skin problems
1. Acne
• Forehead acne
Related organs: heart, small intestine
Related meridians: heart meridian, small intestine meridian
Causes: heart fire (staying up late, stress), small intestine heat (constipation).
Internal conditioning: Lotus seed tea
External conditioning: BoJin the heart meridian and small intestine meridian (inside and outside of the arm); stimulate Shaofu acupoint (heart meridian)
• Acne on the nose
Related organs: spleen and stomach
Related meridian: stomach meridian
Cause: blazing stomach fire (spicy food, overeating)
Internal conditioning: drink mung bean soup
External conditioning: BoJin the stomach meridian and spleen meridian (midline and inside of the front thigh); stimulate Neiting acupoint (stomach meridian)
. Acne on the left cheek
Related organs: liver
Related meridian: liver meridian of foot jueyin
Cause: liver depression turns into fire (emotional depression)
Internal conditioning: rose tea
External conditioning: BoJin the liver meridian (inside thigh)
• Acne on the right cheek
Related organs: lung
Related meridian: hand taiyin lung meridian
Cause: lung heat (respiratory tract infection, air pollution).
Internal conditioning: lily nourishes the lungs
External conditioning: BoJin the lung meridian; stimulate the Yuji acupoint
. Chin acne
Related organs: kidney, reproductive system
Related meridians: foot Shaoyin kidney meridian, Ren meridian
Cause: endocrine disorders (before and after menstruation, kidney deficiency).
Internal conditioning: eat black bean food
External conditioning: BoJin the kidney meridian (lower inner leg); stimulate Sanyinjiao.
2. Pigmentation/dullness
• Zygomatic spots (chloasma)
Related organs: liver, spleen, kidney
Related meridians: gallbladder meridian (running through the zygomatic bones)
Cause: liver depression and qi stagnation (stress), spleen deficiency and dampness (staying up late), insufficient kidney essence (age).
Internal conditioning: Xiaoyao pills, Poria
External conditioning: BoJin the liver meridian; spleen meridian; and kidney meridian (inner side of the leg); facial scraping; BoJin Treatment
• Dullness near the temple
Related organs: gallbladder
Related meridians: gallbladder meridian
Cause: abnormal bile metabolism (greasy diet).
Internal conditioning: drink corn silk tea.
External conditioning: BoJin the gallbladder meridian (outer thigh)
• Dark circles around lips
Related organs: spleen, stomach, large intestine
Related meridians: stomach meridian
Causes: spleen and stomach coldness (cold drinks), accumulation of stool.
Internal conditioning: drink ginger and jujube tea
External conditioning: BoJin the spleen meridian (inner leg); large intestine meridian (outer arm); stimulate Tianshu point
3. Dryness/peeling
• Dry face
Related organs: lung, kidney
Related meridians: hand Taiyin lung meridian, foot Shaoyin kidney meridian
Causes: lung yin deficiency (dry environment), insufficient kidney water (staying up late to consume essence).
Internal conditioning: Tremella soup moisturizes the lungs, black sesame nourishes the kidneys.
External conditioning: BoJin the lung meridian (inner arm) and kidney meridian (outer leg)
• Peeling of nose wings
Related organs: spleen and stomach
Related meridians: stomach meridian
Causes: spleen and stomach dampness and heat (spicy, alcoholism).
Internal conditioning: coix seed porridge to remove dampness, avoid rubbing the nose wings.
External conditioning: BoJin the spleen meridian (inside leg) and stomach meridian (midline in front of leg)
4. Oily/large pores
• Oily T-zone
Related organs: spleen, stomach, lung
Related meridians: Stomach meridian of foot yangming, lung meridian of hand taiyin
Causes: spleen deficiency and dampness (sweets), lung heat (smoking).
Internal conditioning: hawthorn and tangerine peel tea to eliminate dampness
External conditioning: BoJin the spleen meridian (inside leg); stomach meridian (midline in front of leg); lung meridian (inside arm); stimulate Quchi point
• Large pores on cheeks
Related organs: liver, lung
Related meridians: liver meridian of foot jueyin
Causes: liver toxin accumulation (staying up late, drinking too much), insufficient lung qi.
Internal conditioning: dandelion tea to detoxify, deep breathing to exercise lung qi
External conditioning: BoJin the liver meridian (inside leg); lung meridian (inside arm)
#2. Classification by facial area
1. Forehead (upper part)
• Problems: forehead wrinkles, closed comedones
• Related organs: heart, bladder
• Internal conditioning focus: clearing heart fire (bitter melon)
• External conditioning: BoJin the entire back; massage the head (back of the neck to the forehead)
2. Nose (middle part)
• Problems: blackheads, rosacea
• Related organs: spleen and stomach
• Internal conditioning: avoid raw food
• External conditioning: BoJin the spleen meridian (inside leg); stomach meridian (midline of the leg); stimulate Zusanli
3. Mandible (lower part)
• Problems: acne, sagging
• Related organs: kidney, bladder meridian; Ren meridian
• Internal conditioning: keep the lower abdomen warm
• External conditioning: BoJin the kidney meridian (inside of the leg); bladder meridian (back; midline of the back of the leg) and Ren meridian (midline of the front of the body); stimulate Guanyuan acupoint
#3. Core conditioning principles
1. Clear the internal organs:
Heart fire: lotus seeds
Liver poison: dandelion
Stomach heat: mung beans.
2. Open the meridians:
Facial BoJin (along the stomach meridian and gallbladder meridian)
Full Body BoJin (meridian BoJin)
Stimulate Hegu acupoint (open the qi and blood of the face)
3. Nourish qi and blood:
Five red soup (red dates, red beans, etc. to replenish blood).
Go to bed early to nourish liver blood (go to bed before 23:00).
What is the relationship between organs, meridians and facial aging?​
1: Stomach Meridian/Large Intestine Meridian:
Stomach Meridian: Sunken cheeks, drooping corners of mouth.
Large Intestine Meridian: Acne on forehead; Dark circles around mouth
2: Triple Burner Meridian, Gallbladder Meridian:
Gallbladder Meridian: Sunken temples, white hair at the temples.
Triple Burner Meridian: Facial edema, blurred jawline.
3: Small Intestine Meridian, Bladder Meridian:
Bladder Meridian: Stiff muscles from the back of the neck to the tip of the eyebrows, aggravated forehead wrinkles.
Small Intestine Meridian: Haggard complexion, loose skin in front of the ears.
Liver Meridian: Dark circles around eyes, obvious tear grooves.
Ren Meridian: Loose skin on the jaw, deeper neck wrinkles. Ren Meridian deficiency leads to loss of facial collagen and dry and thin lips.
Du Meridian: Lack of facial support, overall sagging.
Chong Meridian: Facial flushing and pigmentation after menopause.
Daimai: face and abdomen are loose at the same time
Comprehensive aging manifestation of Organs mechanism
Wrinkles: liver blood deficiency (lack of nourishment) + spleen deficiency (muscle malnutrition) + lung qi deficiency (decreased skin elasticity).
Spots: liver depression (qi stagnation and blood stasis) + kidney deficiency (melanin metabolism disorder) + spleen dampness (phlegm turbidity).
Sagging: spleen qi deficiency (muscle atrophy) + kidney deficiency (bone loss) + Yangming meridian qi and blood decline.
Anti-aging conditioning ideas
Internal adjustment:
Replenishing kidney and essence (prepared rehmannia, wolfberry), soothing liver and activating blood circulation (rose, angelica), strengthening spleen and removing dampness (Poria, Atractylodes).
External treatment:
Stimulate Zusanli (replenishing spleen and stomach), Taixi (replenishing kidney), Hegu (unblocking facial qi and blood).
Facial BoJin or Guasha (unblocking stasis along the meridians).
Lifestyle habits: Avoid staying up late (damages liver blood), reduce worry (damages spleen), and exercise moderately (opens meridians).
Chinese medicine emphasizes that "what is inside will be reflected outside". Facial aging is a mirror of the internal organs' functions. Comprehensive conditioning can fundamentally delay aging.
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