Microneedling: “The Wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern skincare innovation”

At Dao Integrated Health, MicroNeedling & Cosmetic acupuncture offers safe, drug-free, and natural alternatives to invasive cosmetic procedures—helping you look refreshed and feel renewed.

Microneedling Acupuncture (aka Collagen Induction Therapy), offers patients advanced technology in Acupuncture treatments. It offers a safer, non-toxic option for treating Wrinkles, Age Spots, Scars, Skin Tone, and Acne that current harsh treatments, such as Botox or Microdermabrasion cannot offer. Additionally, thisnon-invasive and cost saving technology offers another avenue for treating Hair Loss.

What is Microneedling?

Microneedling is performed using a handheald, drum or pen shaped device that is electrically powered with tiny needles that make preciese microscopic punctures into the skin. Just like traditional acupuncture, it stimulates the skin to repair through a process called dermal remodeling and produces new collagen. Collagen are the elastic fibers that make the skin smooth, tight, and youthful looking. As we age, collagen in the skin starts to decline.

Benefits:

• Reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scars

• Improves skin tone, firmness, and texture

• Boosts collagen and elastin production naturally

• Enhances absorption of serums and healing nutrients

• Promotes overall circulation for a radiant, healthy glow

MicroNeedling History & Research:

Microneedling is based on the 2,000 year old Chinese Medicine principals of moving qi, moving blood, clearing heat, and healing the skin. Biomedical research shows that Microneedling increases keratinocytes and stem cells causing an increased production of collagen and elastin in the skin. Microneedling offers the Wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern skincare innovation.

Clinical studies published in Dermatologic Surgery and Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology shows microneedling significantly improves skin elasticity, reduces scarring, and stimulates collagen growth. When combined with acupuncture principles, results are amplified—supporting both skin health and whole-body balance.

How long does it last?

Microneedling research shows that treatments last as long as 3-5 years. Treatments are often noticable within 3 days of treatment.

Are there side effects?

There can be temporary side effects, such as, short-term swelling, redness, and possible skin flaking. It is recommended to not weart make up or spend long periods of time in the sun for the first 24 hours after treatment. Our office will provide Stem Cell and other topicals to assist in the healing process.

Microneedling is not recommended during an active breakout of Acne or oral herpes. So plesase tell your Acupuncturist if you are having a breakout and we can reschedule your appointment to commence afterwards.

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Cosmetic Acupuncture Treatments:

Cosmetic or facial rejuvenation acupuncture is a gentle, holistic treatment

that enhances your skin’s natural vitality while supporting whole-body health.

Using ultra-fine needles on the face and body, it stimulates circulation,

boosts collagen, and encourages your skin to renew from within.

Benefits:

• Overall more youthful, toned, and glowing skin.

• Promotes local circulation of blood and lymph

• Naturally stimulates collagen production

• Improve muscle tone to lift, firm and tighten the skin

• Tightens pores, reduces puffiness, and promote skin elasticity

• Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, blotchiness, inflammation, facial puffiness, acne, light scarring, age spots

• Addresses Whole body dysfunctions. Many patients share that they not only got a face lift, they got a body & mind lift. This is because many of the acupuncture points used for rejuvination are also simultaniously treat for Digestive problems, Migraines, TMJ, Anxiety, Depression, and much more.

During the treatments, hair-fine needles are inserted on the face and head, as well as peripheral regions of the body to further move “qi” and blood and promote internal physiological balance. Clients report feeling very relaxed after treatments and often benefit from improvement of other health areas such as digestion, energy levels, overall body circulation, etc. Traditional Chinese medicine understands the interconnectedness between different organs and systems of the body, for a truly holistic and inside-out approach to visible beauty and vibrant well-being.

Cosmetic Acupuncture treatments are between 45 minutes to 1 hour- and can include needling, gua sha massage, and cupping. It is recommended to have 1-2 sessions per week and can be utilized between MicroNeedling treatments to accelerate results. Clients often notice good results in a few sessions, but typically the desired outcome with more lasting results is achieved in a complete course of 12 sessions. Effectiveness will also depend on the individual’s health, nutrition/hydration, lifestyle, and how well they take care of themselves.

Research:
Studies published in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Journal of Acupuncture Research report that cosmetic acupuncture can increase skin elasticity, improve facial muscle tone, and enhance collagen production. Patients not only notice visible improvements in their complexion but also experience better sleep, mood, and energy.

At Dao Integrated Health, MicroNeedling & Cosmetic acupuncture offers safe, drug-free, and natural alternatives to invasive cosmetic procedures—helping you look refreshed and feel renewed.