“Cosmetic acupuncture (a.k.a. facial acupuncture), the injection-free outlier of the bunch, uses needles approximately one-fifth the diameter of typical hypodermic needles and is said to increase circulation, boost collagen production and improve skin tone. Long-favored by wellness moguls like Jessica Alba, Kim Kardashian and Gwyneth Paltrow, it has grown in popularity as more people turn to holistic skin care methods. In an interview in May, Sarita Choudhury, who stars in “And Just Like That …,” said she indulged in weekly sessions with her acupuncturist.”

“The study found acupuncture appears to be a safe and moderately effective treatment for reducing glabellar frown lines, improving both objective wrinkle severity and patient satisfaction, while offering modest improvements in quality of life. Though further studies with larger sample sizes and longer follow-up are necessary, this research supports acupuncture as a viable complementary option for facial rejuvenation, particularly in individuals seeking non-invasive alternatives to surgery or neurotoxins.”

“Let’s say you’re on a crash diet. To me, that’s like Botox,” explained Snyder, a doctor of East Asian Acupuncture. “You want a quick fix, but it’s not sustainable and it’s not going to create long lasting change. “If you start cosmetic acupuncture early, it’s like a healthy, beautiful, well-balanced diet. Over time, cumulatively, it’s going to give you a better result.”