Skin care focus
Acne Visit Information
This page explains common TCM ideas about acne-related constitution and routine, plus our service scope. Health information only — not a substitute for dermatology or consultation. Results vary.
TCM Understanding of Acne
Acne in TCM is termed "lung-wind papules" or "blood-heat sores." Adolescent yang qi tends to be exuberant; irregular diet and sleep can cause lung-stomach heat to steam upward to the face, or spleen dysfunction leading to phlegm-dampness combining with heat into red papules, pustules and even nodules or cysts.
Hormonal acne in adult women is often linked to liver stagnation, chong-ren disharmony and the menstrual cycle, typically along the jaw and lower face. Dr. Ng observes distribution patterns: forehead often relates to heart fire and late nights; nose and mouth area to spleen-stomach damp-heat; cheeks to lung heat or allergy.
Hong Kong's humid climate, air-conditioning and high-pressure work make acne common among office workers. TCM emphasises treating both manifestation and root: acute phases clear heat and toxins, drain pus and reduce swelling; stable phases regulate spleen-stomach and soothe the liver to break the cycle of recurrence.
What a visit may discuss
Whether herbs, acupuncture or other options suit you is decided after consultation. This page makes no timeline or outcome promises.
Gentle skincare is preferred; avoid aggressive squeezing. Marks and pores can be discussed after active inflammation settles.
Mild to moderate concerns vary widely; severe cystic infection needs Western care first. Reducing sweets, dairy and fried foods and sleep hygiene are self-care observations only. Results vary.
Clinic information
Dr. Ng Hau Jun is a registered TCM practitioner (003769) with long-standing Hong Kong practice. Oakville Wellness is on Queen's Road Central, Central.
If you use topical acids or antibiotics, do not stop them on your own — disclose them at your visit. Fees and service options are explained at the first visit; no outcome guarantees.
WhatsApp to enquire about availability. See also our Central skin visit information.
Acne Care Highlights
Dr. Ng Hau Jun is a Registered TCM practitioner in Hong Kong (003769) with 25 years of clinical experience. Google Maps lists verified patient reviews (personal experiences; results vary). Clinic address: Unit 602, 6/F, Kam On Building, 176A–176F Queen's Road Central.
FAQ
Questions patients ask
Zone talk is a reference only — not self-diagnosis. Care depends on sleep, diet, cycle, tongue and pulse. See also our acne face-zones article.
Not necessarily. Some patterns involve yin deficiency with fire or mixed damp-heat; bitter-cold clearing may not fit. A registered practitioner should assess first.
The clinic is in the Central core; Admiralty and Sheung Wan are a short trip. Check availability by WhatsApp or phone.
Book an Acne Consultation
Describe your acne on WhatsApp — Dr. Ng will analyse your constitutional patterns.