At Won Institute, we believe that true beauty comes from the inside out. That is why we offer cosmetic acupuncture and a range of noninvasive procedures, like facial cupping and Guasha (pronounced Gwah-Shah) to promote healthy skin and vibrant aging.
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A procedure that is performed safely with a single-use sterile needle cartridge. It creates “micro-injury”(redness, mild swelling, or bruising) to the skin, which causes the body to begin a healing process that induces new collagen production.
Facial rejuvenation acupuncture involves the insertion of thin needles through acupoints and other areas on the face and body This treatment increases blood flow to the face, boosts collagen production, and removes dead skin cells.
The use of small suction cups or a guasha tool to gently stimulate the face, jawline, and neck skin increasing blood flow, stimulating collagen production, and relieving muscle tension.
Cosmetic acupuncture treatments are noninvasive procedures that use acupuncture and supplemental techniques to promote healthy skin and vibrant aging.
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Have a quick read through our FAQs about cosmetic acupuncture and supplemental treatments to find out more information on how we can help you achieve your desired results.
Within the 28-day skin cell regeneration cycle, however, there will be some visible results 2-3 days after treatment.
3 to 6 times depending upon skin condition and areas of concern.
There is a small amount of pain with all acupuncture treatments. There may be a burning, scratchy, irritating sensation to the skin associated with microneedling treatments. Numbing cream is applied to the face before microneedling to reduce discomfort.
Our Microneedling (collagen induction therapy) costs $300 for your 1st session, and $250 for follow up appointment. Recommended sessions are 3, 6, or 9 sessions for effective results depending on areas of concern. Call 215-884-9340 to book this service.
Our Facial Rejuvenation acupuncture costs $200 for your 1st session & $150 for a follow-up. We recommend 10 sessions. 2 times a week for 3 weeks and 1 time a week for 4 weeks. Call 215-884-9340 to book this service.
Our Facial Cupping/Gua Sha (45 min with mask) service costs $90 and is
great for in-between micro-needling sessions. This service can be booked online.
Check out these before and after photos of clients who tried our Cosmetic Acupuncture, and supplemental treatments!
Director of Clinical Education and Service
Doreen Lafferty, the Director of Clinical Education and Services, is a graduate of the Won Institute where she received her Master’s in Acupuncture and Certificate of Chinese Herbal Medicine. She is an Acudetox Specialist (ADS), trained by the National Acudetox Association. She is also a licensed Occupational Therapist and Massage Therapist. Doreen has also been trained in micro needling by Microessence. In addition, she has studied under Virginia Doran of Luminous Beauty for facial rejuvenation.
Cosmetic Acupuncturist
Chong Nyue (Insun) Park is an ordained minister of Won Buddhism and acupuncturist licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine. She received her Doctorate of Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine Certificate, and her Masters of Acupuncture from the Won Institute. Her research interests include Korean medicine and healing practices. She has been leading annual excursions to Korea for acupuncture students since 2015. If she isn’t at the clinic, you can find her teaching tai chi and qigong or tending to the Institute’s many plants.
Schedule a consultation with one of our cosmetic acupuncture specialists and they will be able to provide the care that is best for your needs.