Let’s be honest, there’s a lot of pressure to look “refreshed” without looking like you’ve had work done.

But what if your glow came from within? What if your skin didn’t just look good, but felt healthy, alive, and in rhythm with the rest of your body?

That’s exactly what we aim for with cosmetic acupuncture at Yōso.

This is skincare that goes deeper. It’s about nurturing the systems beneath the surface that keep your skin clear, lifted, and vibrant without needles that paralyze or products that strip your skin barrier.

So What Is Cosmetic Acupuncture, Really?

Cosmetic acupuncture is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that uses fine needles to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. It improves skin from the inside out by addressing both the face and the internal patterns that affect it.

With each session, we help:

• Boost collagen + elastin production (your skin’s natural plumpers)
  

• Increase microcirculation (bringing oxygen + nutrients to the surface)
  

• Encourage lymphatic drainage (reducing puffiness + stagnation)
  

• Release facial tension (jaw, brow, neck—goodbye, stress lines)
  

• Address internal imbalances that show up on the skin (digestion, hormones, stress)
  

Who It’s For:

This treatment is beautiful for anyone wanting:

• A natural alternative to Botox or fillers
  

• Help with fine lines, dullness, or puffiness
  

• Relief from jaw clenching or TMJ
  

• Support for hormonal or stress-related breakouts
  

• A deeper, more energetic approach to aging with grace
  

A Real Client Glow-Up Story

One of our clients came to us feeling disconnected from her skin. She said, “I feel like I’ve lost my glow, like stress took it from me.”

After six sessions of cosmetic acupuncture (plus digestive support and Gua Sha at home), her skin tone evened out, her under-eye puffiness softened, and she felt calmer. She told us:

“I didn’t just look different, I felt like myself again. Like I could see my joy in the mirror.”

That’s the kind of transformation we’re here for.

Why It Works: The TCM Skin Connection

In TCM,  Three major organ systems play a central role in the health of the skin: the Lungs, Spleen, and Kidneys.

Each contributes its own vital function to the integrity, tone, and radiance of your complexion:

• The Lungs govern the skin and are responsible for what’s known as the Wei Qi, or protective Qi. This is your body’s outermost defense—think of it as your energetic immune system. When Lung Qi is strong and flowing, the skin appears clear, resilient, and well-hydrated. When it’s weakened (often by grief, dryness, or shallow breathing), the skin can become rough, dry, or prone to breakouts and sensitivities.
  

• The Spleen is the organ of transformation and transportation. It extracts nutrients from food and moves fluids throughout the body. Healthy Spleen Qi nourishes the muscles and supports firm, toned skin. If the Spleen is taxed by worry, overthinking, or poor diet, it can lead to dampness and stagnation, which may show up as puffiness, breakouts, or dull, sallow skin.
  

• The Kidneys are the root of life force and govern growth, reproduction, and aging. They store Jing, or essence, which is like your core vitality. When Jing is strong, the skin appears supple and youthful. Depletion of Kidney energy (often from stress, overwork, or chronic depletion) can contribute to premature aging, fine lines, dark circles, or loss of luster.

Cosmetic acupuncture works by restoring balance to the internal organ systems that influence your skin, so the glow you experience is more than surface-deep, it's a reflection of true harmony within.

Does It Hurt? What Should I Expect?

Not really! Most people find the experience surprisingly relaxing. You’ll feel a light prick or warmth at first, but many clients drift into a meditative state. Afterward, expect to feel lifted, refreshed, and visibly brighter. Long-term results build over time (we often recommend a 10 session series for optimal results).

A Ritual, Not a Quick Fix

Cosmetic acupuncture is more than a skin treatment, it’s a full-body ritual. We may include body points to regulate digestion, hormone flow, and stress, all of which show up in your skin. You can also enhance your results with add-ons like infrared sauna, herbal teas, or facial cupping.

It’s skincare that sees the whole you.

Amplify Your Glow: Holistic Add-Ons We Love

To deepen your results, we often recommend combining cosmetic acupuncture with other healing treatments that support your skin from the inside out:

• Holistic Facials: Our facials at Yoso pair beautifully with cosmetic acupuncture to deliver both surface-level renewal and deeper energetic balance. We use earth-based products, intentional massage, and lymph-stimulating techniques to support your glow long after your session ends.
  

• Ballancer Pro Lymphatic Therapy: If your skin tends to retain puffiness, feel stagnant, or you have sluggish digestion, lymphatic stimulation can make a world of difference. This gentle compression therapy helps remove toxins, reduce inflammation, and support radiant, oxygenated skin.
  

• Infrared Sauna: A great pre-treatment ritual to warm the tissues, ease tension, and detox the skin from stress and environmental buildup.
  

These aren’t just enhancements—they’re intentional layers in your skin wellness plan.

Eat for Glow: Skin-Supportive Foods in TCM

What you eat matters—especially when it comes to skin clarity and resilience. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, we recommend nourishing your Spleen, Lung, and Kidney systems for healthy, vibrant skin.

Some of our favorite glow-supportive foods include:

• Goji berries: Nourish the Liver and support blood + collagen production
  

• Pear + apple (steamed or raw): Moisten the Lungs and calm dryness
  

• Sweet potatoes + pumpkin: Strengthen the Spleen and aid digestion
  

• Black sesame seeds: Rich in minerals that support skin elasticity + Kidney Jing
  

• Bone broth: Strengthens Qi and supports skin recovery post-treatment
  

• Mung beans: Detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and great for summer skin support
  

Bonus tip? Sip warm water or herbal teas instead of iced drinks, especially post-treatment. It keeps your digestion (and glow) strong.

Ready to glow differently?

If you’re ready for a skin journey that’s nourishing, not numbing - and that works in harmony with your body instead of against it - we’d love to guide you there.

Book your Cosmetic Acupuncture session at Yōso Wellness Spa and let your radiance and glow come through. Or give us a call at 831-600-8053 and we can help get you scheduled!