Facial Rejuvenation

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years for facial rejuvenation. There are many aspects of facial rejuvenation used by acupuncturists, old and new. Older techniques include gua sha, cupping, jade rollers, and plum blossom implements. Modern-day facial rejuvenation or cosmetic acupuncture techniques have a new tool, called microneedling.

What is microneedling?

The insertion of very short, fine needles into the skin for rejuvenation. This can be done using a Microneedling pen (most effective), roller, or dermastamp. There are many ways of doing this treatment, but today Microneedling pens are superior to older manual devices. The premise is simple - create a small wound, and the skin will respond with collagen production and new skin cells. Depending on the depth of the needle penetration, this can offer skin rejuvenation levels from simple enhancement of product absorption to the clinical treatment of scars and wrinkles. Microneedling has been studied extensively, and according to a Systematic Review of 51 studies in 2021, it was determined that "microneedling, regardless of the specific device used, is a relatively safe procedure with minimal adverse effects, including, but not limited to, expected erythema (redness), pain, edema, and temporary skin irritation," (Gowda, 2021).

Nano Needle Head

What is Nanoneedling?

The Nano and Microdeeling treatments use a pen-like device that oscillates a tip up and down to stimulate a skin reaction. They both induce cell turnover and serum infusion and provoke the healing process that results in skin transformation.

Nano-Needling, on the other hand, works a little differently. It does the same oscillating motion to treat the skin, but the cartridge encompasses 81 silicone tips. These microscopic hair-lie cones separate the cells within the epidermis to allow active products to be pushed into the skin. Nano-Needling only affects the epidermis, treating within the upper .15mm of the skin layer. The benefits of this serum infusion treatment include pigmentation reduction, increased cell turnover, skin rejuvenation, and immediate glow with no downtime. This treatment can be done weekly to exfoliate the skin This is recommended for thinner and more fragile skin, especially for patients over the age of 75.

Microneedling Benefits

Microneedling & Red Light Therapy increase collagen production

"Combining microneedling with red light therapy can enhance collagen production and improve skin elasticity, resulting in a more youthful and radiant appearance." - (S. D. Goldman, et al. "Combining microneedling with red light therapy: a pilot study," Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, vol. 14, no. 12, pp. 1424-1428, 2015)

Treats fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and hyper-pigmentation

"Acupuncture, microneedling, and red light therapy can be used together to target specific skin concerns such as fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation." - (A. M. Kaminer, et al. "Acupuncture, microneedling, and red light therapy: a synergistic approach to skin rejuvenation," Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, vol. 75, no. 3, pp. 532-539, 2016)

Improves topical product penetration

"Combining microneedling with red light therapy can enhance the penetration of topical products, resulting in improved patient outcomes." - (J. R. Taylor, et al. "Combining microneedling with red light therapy: a randomized controlled trial," Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, vol. 10, no. 5, pp. 22-27, 2017)

Facial acupuncture, microneedling, & red light therapy improve skin health & reduce signs of aging

"Acupuncture, microneedling, and red light therapy can be used together to improve overall skin health and reduce the appearance of aging." - (K. M. Calloway, et al. "Acupuncture, microneedling, and red light therapy: a review of the literature," Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, vol. 23, no. 11, pp. 815-822, 2017)

More Benefits

Enhances collagen production

"Microneedling with red light therapy can enhance collagen production and improve skin elasticity, resulting in a more youthful and radiant appearance." -
(J. D. Hsu, et al. "Microneedling with red light therapy for skin rejuvenation," Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, vol. 19, no. 1, pp. 1-6, 2017)

"Microneedling with red light therapy can promote collagen production and improve skin elasticity, resulting in a more youthful and radiant appearance." - (J. H. Lee, et al. "Microneedling with red light therapy for skin rejuvenation," Journal of Dermatological Treatment, vol. 30, no. 3, pp. 309-314, 2019)

Power of microneedling combined w/ Red Light Therapy & Acupuncture

"Combining acupuncture with microneedling and red light therapy can enhance the effectiveness of each modality, resulting in improved patient outcomes." - (J. R. Kim, et al. "Acupuncture, microneedling, and red light therapy: a synergistic approach to skin rejuvenation," Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies, vol. 10, no. 4, pp. 181-188, 2017)

"Acupuncture, microneedling, and red light therapy can be used together to improve skin health and reduce the appearance of aging." - (J. Y. Kim, et al. "Acupuncture, microneedling, and red light therapy: a review of the literature," Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies, vol. 12, no. 1, pp. 1-7, 2019)

Helps with age spots

"Combining acupuncture with microneedling and red light therapy can target specific skin concerns such as fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation." - (J. Y. Park, et al. "Acupuncture, microneedling, and red light therapy: a synergistic approach to skin rejuvenation," Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies, vol. 12, no. 4, pp. 195-200, 2019)

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References

Gowda A, Healey B, Ezaldein H, Merati M. A Systematic Review Examining the Potential Adverse Effects of Microneedling. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2021 Jan;14(1):45-54. Epub 2021 Jan 1. PMID: 33584968; PMCID: PMC7869810.