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Aesthetic Acupuncture | Facial Readings | Gua Sha. St Kilda, Melbourne based TCM Clinic dedicated to glowing skin & wellness ✨

30/12/2025

This week we’ve seen Melbourne swing from heatwave highs in the low-to-high 30s to cooler, cloudy days and even rain in parts of the city. Temperatures of 30–37°C earlier this month made us sweat, dehydrate, and feel tense… then a chilly Christmas meant highs down near 17–20°C and breezy shifts that leave your nervous system and skin in whiplash mode.

From a TCM perspective, these rapid weather swings hit two big systems:
Heat & Heart - Excess summer heat can elevate the Heart system (emotion regulation, sleep, circulation). Too much heat + erratic temperatures = irritability, restless nights, heightened stress responses, and inflammation.

Fluid Balance & Skin Barrier - Dry heat pushes fluids up and out of the body; sudden cool breezes and rain disrupt the Yin cooling layer, leading to dryness, sensitivity, redness, and dullness in the skin.

And Melbourne’s water crisis + dry conditions only adds to this imbalance, making hydration + cooling support essential.

TCM Summer Support:
Cool the Heart & Calm Emotions:
• Acupuncture to regulate Qi + calm the Shen (mind-body calm).
• Practice slow evening wind-downs instead of screens to help heat dissipate.

Balance Fluids & Protect Skin:
• Hydrate with cooling herbal teas (chrysanthemum, mint) and electrolytes.
• Avoid over-correcting with heavy creams - opt for serums that seal in moisture after light hydration eg glow masque

Eat to Cool (TCM Style):
• Watermelon, cucumber, pear, mung beans = all clear internal heat while nourishing fluids.

Support Sleep + Nervous System:
• Acupuncture doesn’t just ease heat, it resets the nervous system so your body actually rests instead of overheating in bed.

Your body reacts to climate changes -but you don’t have to just endure it.
At Zhong Centre, we treat the pattern beneath the symptom -calming heat, stabilising emotions, and giving your skin and nervous system the support they actually respond to.

If Melbourne’s weather is leaving your skin flaring or your mood on edge, book a session today and let us help you stay balanced through this unpredictable summer.

09/12/2025

Yes we are hiring and yes we want the fun ones. If you are a new grad or TCM student who loves good results, good humans, and the quiet thrill of a perfectly placed needle, come say hi.

To apply:
Send a video to
Tell us who you are, explain aesthetic acupuncture like you are talking to your mum, and let us know why your values fit with Zhong.

No other forms of application will be accepted.
Applications close 20 December.

Can’t wait to meet you!

Share this with someone who you know would be a great fit!!

03/09/2025

Your body is exhausted, not broken. Start offering it compassion instead of critique.

We see you — running on empty, holding it all together. Your body doesn’t need another punishment. It needs care, softness, and space to heal.

This is your permission slip to rest. To soften. To treat your body like the ally it’s always been.

29/08/2025

Most people wait until pain is unbearable before they seek help. But in Traditional Chinese Medicine, pain isn’t random it’s your body waving a flag.

When Qi (your body’s vital energy) and blood flow smoothly, there’s no pain. When it stagnates, it’s like a traffic jam: pressure builds, movement slows, and symptoms show up as tension, inflammation, or that dull ache you can’t shake. Over time, stagnation can even pull on other systems - affecting sleep, mood, and energy.

Acupuncture doesn’t mask symptoms the way painkillers do. It aims at the root: restoring circulation, unblocking stagnation, and calming the nervous system so your body can heal. This is why people walk out of our clinic not only with less pain, but with more mobility, better sleep, and a sense of ease they didn’t know they were missing.

At Zhong Centre, we’ve made it our mission to lead the way in results-based acupuncture — blending ancient wisdom with modern clinical outcomes.

👉 Have you given up on thinking your pain could change? Book today and experience why Zhong Centre is Melbourne’s leader in acupuncture.

28/08/2025

The shelves at Zhong Centre don’t look like your average skincare aisle. That’s intentional.

What you see here — teas, tinctures, herbs, and formulations — are the backbone of results that last. Because in Chinese Medicine, your skin is never just your skin. It reflects your hormones, your digestion, your stress, and your ability to rest.

When people come to us with breakouts, premature lines, or puffiness, the solution is rarely a single cream. Often, it’s about rebalancing from the inside: regulating cortisol, supporting gut health, improving circulation, and calming the nervous system.

That’s why we pair aesthetic acupuncture with personalised formulas. NOT one-size-fits-all beauty. It’s targeted, evidence-based medicine that creates visible shifts in your skin and energy.

Here’s the part most people miss: true beauty rituals are daily, not occasional. The herbs and skincare we recommend become part of your lifestyle, bridging the gap between each session.

This is why across Melbourne people trust Zhong Centre as their long-term skin and health partner. Because it’s never about selling another product, it’s about prescribing exactly what your body needs to thrive.

Ready for a routine that works? It starts here.

27/08/2025

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Liver does more than detox -it keeps Qi and blood moving freely.

When Liver Qi gets stuck, it can feel like cramps, breast tenderness, PMS mood swings, or even an irregular cycle. If blood is deficient, your period may be painful, light, or leave you feeling wiped out.

Acupuncture works by moving Qi, nourishing blood, and calming the nervous system, so that your cycle flows the way it’s meant to.

🔴Painful periods are not something you just have to “put up with.” Or “aren’t as bad as some people’s “
They’re a sign your body wants balance. And once you give it the right support, change happens fast.

👉 Have you given up on thinking your cycle could feel better? Book your session today and see the difference.

04/06/2025

Discover the benefits of traditional and facial gua sha at Zhong Center. Learn how this ancient technique can help alleviate pain, boost your immune system, and even improve sleep and emotions. Find out the difference between facial and body gua sha, and see how we use it to bring up 'sha' for health and wellness. Interested in natural remedies for migraines, hay fever, or insomnia? Watch this demonstration to see how gua sha might be the solution you've been looking for!

22/05/2025

We’re collecting these like red flags. Spill

07/05/2025

We’re popping up at Grassroots Yoga this weekend for their Mother’s Day celebration , and it’s the perfect time to check them out.

They’re running a bring-a-loved-one-for-free offer on all classes this Saturday and Sunday. So if you’ve been meaning to try the studio (or drag your bestie onto a mat), this is your moment.

You’ll also find a curated collection of wellness bundles in studio — including our Zhong teas and treatment packs — plus hand-picked goodies from other local legends.

See you on the mat — and if you really want to double down on wellness, just cross the road for an AcuNap.

07/04/2025

Same old BS, same old story.
“Period pain is just part of having a uterus.”
Nah. We’re calling BS.

Period pain is common—but it is not normal.
If you’re getting pain before or during your period, it’s a sign that something’s out of balance—not just at the point of bleeding, but in the whole rhythm of your cycle.

It could be your luteal phase.
It could be your follicle-stimulating phase.
Something’s going on before the bleed—and that’s why you have pain.

This needs to be addressed.
You don’t need to put up with it.
Pain is common, not normal.

Book a treatment. Let’s sort it out so you can live your best (pain-free) life.

27/03/2025

Feeling Puffy, Stiff, or Run Down? Your Body Might Be Holding Onto More Than You Realise.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), stagnation is one of the key causes of pain, fatigue, and illness. Body gua sha is a simple but powerful tool we use to help move what’s stuck — and encourage your body’s natural healing response.

✨ Why We Use Body Gua Sha at Zhong:
• To release muscle tension + tight fascia
• To support the immune system during colds, flus + hay fever
• To relieve headaches, migraines + sinus pressure
• To reduce inflammation (especially in joints + arthritis)
• To clear emotional overwhelm + energetic stagnation

Unlike bruising, gua sha doesn’t involve deep tissue damage — the marks you see (sha) come from surface-level blood vessel release and usually fade within 1–2 days. It looks more intense than it feels, and most people leave feeling lighter and more open.

🌿 Gua sha also helps activate your body’s anti-inflammatory pathways — making it a beautiful tool for both short-term relief and long-term support.

📅 Ready to try gua sha or learn more about it?
Book a session or a complimentary call via the link in bio — we’re always happy to chat.

💬 Tried body gua sha before? Let us know how it felt for you in the comments!

02/03/2025

🌿 Feeling Anxious or Stuck in Your Thoughts? Your Earth Element May Be Out of Balance 🌿

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), late summer is the season of nourishment, grounding, and emotional stability. But if you’ve been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or mentally restless, your Earth element might need some extra care.

✨ Signs Your Earth Element is Out of Balance:

🌀 Racing thoughts & overthinking
⚖️ Mood swings & emotional sensitivity
😴 Trouble sleeping or feeling drained

🌱 How TCM Can Help Restore Balance:

💆‍♀️ Acupuncture to calm the mind & promote relaxation
🌿 Herbal remedies to ease stress & support emotional well-being
🧘 Mindfulness techniques for grounding & stability

When your Earth element is strong, you feel centered, calm, and emotionally balanced. If your emotions have felt scattered lately, it might be time for a TCM reset.

📅 Book your session today and bring your mind & body back into harmony!

💬 Have you noticed more anxiety or sensitivity lately? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear from you!

Address

306a-310 St Kilda Road
St Kilda, VIC
3182

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	1pm - 6:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 6:30pm
Thursday	9am - 6:30pm
Friday	9am - 12pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Website

http://zhongcentre.com/

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