iThe TCM view
This facial draws on TuiNa and Gua Sha principles of moving Qi and blood through the facial meridians.
Mehri's massage follows these pathways to encourage circulation and ease tension held in the jaw and brow.
AvailableSkin Care & Facials
Bio-Current (DDS) Facial
The Bio-Current Facial is a 60-minute facial that uses the DDS bio-current system, a gentle micro-current delivered through the therapist's massage, combined with TCM facial techniques. At Flourish TCM Clinic in Yaletown, Vancouver, it costs $170 and is performed by Mehri Abedi, TuiNa and DDS bio-current therapist.
Practitioners who offer it
Price$170
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Key facts
- Duration
- 60 min
- Price
- $170
- Deposit
- $50
- Typical sessions
- a series of 10, once a week, then once every 4 weeks
- Downtime
- none
Two ways to see it
How it works
iiThe modern view
With the DDS bio-current system, the current flows through the therapist's bare hands as they massage; no handheld device is used.
Many people describe a light, pleasant tingle, and most simply find it relaxing.
Your visit
60 minWhat a session feels like
- 1Cleanse and a short look at your skin.
- 2The bio-current massage across the face, jaw and neck, following the meridians, with the therapist's bare hands only. Most people find it very relaxing.
- 3A mask or serum suited to your skin.
- 4Moisturiser and SPF.
Aftercare
For the rest of today and overnight: Drink plenty of water, at room temperature, never iced. Eat light: warm, bland food such as chicken soup. Keep your neck covered with a shawl, scarf or hoodie as you leave the clinic: in TCM, treatment opens the "wind gates" on your neck, and if they are left exposed, Wind-Cold or Wind-Heat can enter through them. Today, avoid workouts or heavy activity, greasy or rich dishes, ice or ice cream, and raw food such as salad or sashimi. Please don't shower until the next morning. Avoid alcohol and smoking for 24 hours. Planning cosmetic injections? Please wait at least 24 hours after this facial. We email you the clinic's aftercare guide (a PDF) after your session.
How many sessions people typically book
Typically a series of 10, once a week, then once every 4 weeks to maintain. It's also enjoyable as a one-off, and series of 3 or 6 are available.
Pricing · CAD
Options and series
Prices are in CAD. A series is paid upfront and used session by session.
Single sessions
- Bio-Current Energy Therapy Facial60 min$170
- Body contouring laser, one areaAdd-on+$20
- Body contouring laser, two areasAdd-on+$40
Memberships
Included in 5 memberships
One session a month, about 15% under the menu. Pause or cancel online.
Save with a series
Packages for Bio-Current (DDS) Facial
A series is paid upfront and used session by session.
$450$150 per session
$510 if booked one at a timeNo expiryShareable with someone else
$780$130 per session
$1,020 if booked one at a timeNo expiryShareable with someone else
$1,200$120 per session
$1,700 if booked one at a timeNo expiryShareable with someone else
Packages are non-refundable, except where the law requires a refund. They can be transferred to another person but not switched to another treatment. See all packages
Practitioners who offer it
Mehri Abedi
TuiNa and DDS bio-current therapist
Your safety first
Before you book
Tell your practitioner if any of these apply. Each line comes from a named source.
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Pacemaker or other implanted electronic device.
Source: Clinic protocol - 2
Pregnancy.
Source: Clinic protocol - 3
Epilepsy.
Source: Clinic protocol - 4
Active skin infection or open wounds in the area.
Source: Clinic protocol - 5
After cosmetic injections, please wait 2 weeks before this facial.
Source: Clinic protocol
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Terms to know
Full glossaryGlossary
Bio-current
TechnologyBio-current, or micro-current, therapy uses a very mild electrical current, delivered at Flourish through the therapist's bare hands during massage.
Glossary
Lymphatic system
TechnologyThe lymphatic system is a network of vessels and nodes that returns fluid to the bloodstream and supports immune function.
Technology used
Skin, body & scalp4treatments use it
Bio-current system
DDS Bio-Current System
The DDS bio-current system is a massage system that passes a gentle current through the therapist's bare hands as they massage, used with an herbal massage cream for comfort and relaxation. At Flourish TCM Clinic, it's used in TuiNa & DDS Acupressure Massage, the Bio-Current Facial and several body treatments.
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What does micro-current feel like?
Most people feel a faint tingle or nothing at all; it's very gentle.
Is this the same as the old Micro-Current Facial?
Yes. That earlier service is now part of this page.
Is there downtime?
No.
How is this different from OxyGeneo?
OxyGeneo is device-led exfoliation and infusion. The Bio-Current Facial is a hands-on, massage-based treatment with micro-current.
Can I combine it with other facials?
Yes. Clients often alternate it with OxyGeneo.
Book your Bio-Current (DDS) Facial
A $50 deposit holds your time. Cancel with at least 24 hours’ notice and your deposit is refunded.