Holistic Dermatology
I’m Rory Holwerda, a Licensed Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Practitioner, with over 10 years of clinical experience and specialized training in Chinese medicine dermatology. I help people struggling with chronic skin conditions find lasting relief through natural, evidence-informed care.
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If you’re frustrated by skin issues that haven’t responded to creams, medications, or elimination diets, you’re not alone. I offer a holistic, results-focused approach that treats skin from the inside out—using personalized Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine.
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Whether you’re dealing with eczema, acne, rosacea, or another persistent concern, my treatments are designed to address the root cause, calm inflammation, and support long-term healing.
We don’t just suppress symptoms—we work to resolve them by restoring internal balance and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal.
Examples below are cases from our clinic:
What Makes Our Approach Different
🟢 Root-Cause Diagnosis
We use Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnostics — including pulse, tongue, skin exam, and health history — to uncover the internal patterns contributing to your skin condition.
🟢 Customized Herbal Formulas
Our Chinese herbal medicine is tailored to your body, presentation, and progress — not a one-size-fits-all prescription. Herbs are adjusted as your skin improves.
🟢 Acupuncture to Reduce Inflammation
Specific point combinations help calm the nervous system, reduce systemic inflammation, and support proper immune function.
🟢 Experienced in Dermatology
With advanced study in Chinese medical dermatology and many years of clinical experience, we regularly treat skin conditions — especially chronic or treatment-resistant cases.
🟢 Natural & Side-Effect Free
Our treatments support the body’s healing without harsh steroids, immune suppressants, or long-term antibiotics.
Conditions We Treat:
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Eczema & atopic dermatitis
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Hormonal & cystic acne
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Rosace
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Psoriasis
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Hives and itchy skin
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Perioral dermatitis
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Scalp conditions (itching, flaking, redness)
Many patients begin seeing improvement in itching, redness, and flare-up frequency within the first few weeks.
Treatment Timeline
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Mild to moderate conditions: Expect to see changes within 3–6 weeks
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Chronic or complex cases: A longer course of treatment may be needed (6–12+ weeks), with ongoing herbal support
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Maintenance care: Monthly sessions or herbs can help prevent flare-ups once the skin has stabilized
✅ Accepting New Patients
✅ No Referral Needed
✅ Direct Billing Available