Needle Your Way to Glowing Skin: Exploring the Benefits of Cosmetic Acupuncture

Cosmetic acupuncture has long been used in Ancient Asian cultures as a means of preserving the beauty of the skin for both men and women, especially in the higher ranks of nobility. Many skin products today are helpful in preventing dry skin, fine lines and breakouts, but very few can stimulate the strong physiological response that acupuncture achieves, nor the long lasting results (think years, not months!)*.

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The reason acupuncture is so effective is because the needles are inserted to the dermis layer- this is where collagen and elastin are produced- stimulating a response and immediate reaction at the very place you want results.  Wrinkles and fine lines will start to become more shallow as the body’s response to the micro trauma clears out dead cells and brings fresh blood, fluids and new cell growth to the area.  The result? An instant plumpness and glow to the skin, cellular level regeneration and healing that lasts. 

Compared to other practices like Botox and injections, cosmetic acupuncture is completely natural, non toxic and safe, and actually helps regenerate muscles to maintain a youthful look.  It also balances the body’s internal workings- especially digestion- to help reduce breakouts from a poor metabolism or chronic stress.  

What’s even better is that the skin tissue does not become acclimatized or immune to the treatment the way it does with pharmacological applications. This means that the micro trauma opportunities are endless- the more often and more frequently you can get the first round of treatments the better the results will be which is why it is recommended to have them twice a week for five weeks straight.  

Are you a candidate? Contact us today to find out if this treatment is for you.  Those who experience chronic headaches, migraines, or hypertension may need to visit for some body balancing treatments before starting cosmetic acupuncture to avoid exacerbating these conditions. 

Nervous about needles? Let your practitioner know- we offer a needle free treatment that only involves a facial massage, GuaSha facial sculpting, and cupping, with the option to try just one or two needles to see how you respond.  Cosmetic needles are tiny- only slightly larger than a robust hair from a healthy beard- so the sensation is minimal, especially compared to what you would experience at a doctor’s office. We can also provide numbing creams prior to starting that helps reduce the sensation and your practitioner will check in frequently to make sure you are comfortable. 

*results vary from person to person

-- Dr. Regan Kapach, R.Ac, TCMD