Microneedling vs. Cosmetic Acupuncture: Why Your Skin Needs Both
At The Acupuncture Point, we often get asked about the difference between these two powerhouse treatments. While both use needles to create a "glow," they work on very different levels of your anatomy. Understanding their unique strengths helps us build the perfect plan for your skin and your health.
Microneedling: The Surface Specialist
Microneedling is the "gold standard" for surface-level transformation. By creating controlled micro-injuries, it triggers a massive surge of collagen and elastin.
The Focus: The epidermis and dermis (the top layers of your skin).
The Results: Incredible for smoothing acne scars, shrinking pores, and erasing fine lines. It’s a targeted "reset" for your skin’s texture and tone.
Cosmetic Acupuncture: The Holistic Sculptor
Cosmetic Acupuncture goes where microneedling cannot—addressing the underlying muscles, fascia, and internal systems. Based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, it treats beauty as a reflection of your inner health.
The Focus: The deep SMAS (muscle) layer and the body's energy meridians.
The Results: By targeting motor points, we can actually "lift" sagging skin and release the deep muscular tension that causes permanent expression lines.
The "Inside-Out" Difference
What truly sets Cosmetic Acupuncture apart is the systemic benefit. Because we are working with your body’s meridians, a session doesn't just treat a wrinkle—it can also help balance your hormones, improve digestion, and reduce the stress that causes premature aging in the first place.
At The Acupuncture Point, we believe:
Microneedling refines the canvas.
Cosmetic Acupuncture tones the structure and balances the body.
When you combine these therapies, you aren't just getting a cosmetic procedure; you’re investing in a sense of calm and a level of health that radiates through your skin.
