The choice between a quick injectable fix like Botox and a holistic, natural approach is a common,

modern skincare dilemma we encounter daily at Violet Wellness Spa. While Botox has long been the

primary solution for smoothing wrinkles, a growing number of our patients are now choosing, and being

pleasantly surprised by the remarkable power and beauty of, cosmetic acupuncture to achieve lifted, firm,

and youthful skin.

Microtrauma and the Skin’s Healing Response

From a biomedical perspective, cosmetic acupuncture works primarily by creating controlled micro-injuries at specific points on the face. When fine acupuncture needles are inserted into the dermis or subdermal layers, they cause microtrauma that is too mild to cause scarring but strong enough to trigger the body’s natural wound-healing cascade.