Facial Rejuvenation Workshop

At the Facial Rejuvenation Workshop, hosted by acupuncturist Terena Hantleman at robertsonsfarmandapothecary in Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada, small groups spend a relaxed morning learning practical facial tool techniques designed to boost circulation and calm tension. The session runs about two hours and unfolds in a homey kitchen classroom (note: steps up to kitchen area), where participants work with a mookaite guasha stone, two facial cups, and the apothecary’s own cleansing balm and massage oil. The class includes demonstrations, hands-on practice, a brief primer on what to expect at acupuncture appointments, and complimentary ear seeds to take home.

What makes this workshop distinct in the Annapolis Valley is the blend of clinical insight and artisanal product use. Terena, trained as an acupuncturist, pairs accessible technique with context: why guasha strokes follow lymph channels, how gentle facial cupping lifts stagnant tissue, and how plant-based oils support skin barrier function. The apothecary-made products give students a chance to compare textures and learn about ingredients without a sales-first approach.

With a maximum of ten people, instruction stays personalized; Terena answers individual questions during an extended Q&A. If you’re visiting Kentville, this class is an easy half-day add-on to exploring local wineries and farm stands. Arrive curious rather than cosmetically polished — the flow begins with cleansing and oiling, and you’ll want hair pulled back for practice.

The setting is welcoming: light chatter over tea and festive snacks, followed by step-by-step coaching that moves at a restorative pace. For those interested in complementary care, Terena outlines typical acupuncture expectations for face or body, making this both a practical skills session and a low-key wellness consultation. Students often note the tactile difference of a Mookaite guasha stone compared with glass or plastic tools.

Mookaite is a jasper with warm bands and enough weight to maintain steady contact while sweeping along facial planes. Ear seeds—tiny beads placed on auricular acupuncture points—provide a discreet prompt to return to breath and daily self-care. After practice some people see light flushing or short-lived redness as circulation responds; repeat sessions bring cumulative benefit.

Many participants end by browsing the apothecary shelves to pick an oil. Practical notes: minimum age is 16; accessibility includes steps up to the kitchen; group size is capped at ten. Materials included are a mookaite guasha stone, two facial cups, a sampling of ear seeds, and refreshments.

This workshop suits anyone seeking noninvasive facial maintenance techniques—artists, wellness-minded travelers, and locals who want to bring home a tactile ritual. In a region known for hands-on food and craft experiences, the Facial Rejuvenation Workshop stands out as a quietly expert, community-minded offering that teaches useful skills and leaves you with both tools and knowledge to continue the practice at home.