Lincoln Park
Cosmetic Acupuncture
Also known as ‘facial rejuvenation acupuncture,’ this helps you keep your skin as youthful as your spirit.
Hailed as a natural substitute for Botox, cosmetic acupuncture is a non-invasive procedure that smooths fine lines, firms skin tone, treats acne and inflammation and provides you with the tools to show your inner acu-glow.
Each session ends with a traditional face rolling, Gua Sha or cupping experience. ProStim Light Therapy for treatment of anti-aging or acne is also included. 10 sessions recommended.
The Benefits
Cosmetic acupuncture supports natural facial rejuvenation by promoting circulation, collagen production, and overall skin vitality. Many patients notice an immediate glow after sessions, with more lasting improvements over time as the skin becomes firmer, brighter, and more balanced.
Eye Puffiness
Cosmetic acupuncture can help reduce the appearance of under-eye bags by supporting circulation and lymphatic drainage in the delicate eye area.
Full-Body Support
Cosmetic acupuncture includes treatment of the entire body, addressing internal patterns that influence skin health so results reflect balance from the inside out.
Skin Tone
Ongoing care can help improve overall tone and brightness, supporting a more even and refreshed complexion.
Fine Line Reduction
Cosmetic acupuncture helps relax overactive facial muscles while supporting weaker areas, which can soften the appearance of fine lines.
Collagen Support
By stimulating the skin at precise points, cosmetic acupuncture encourages the body’s natural collagen and elastin production.
Facial Circulation
Cosmetic acupuncture supports healthy blood flow to the face, helping deliver oxygen and nutrients that nourish the skin.
Your first visit begins with a detailed, one-on-one conversation about your health history, lifestyle, and current concerns. We look beyond individual symptoms to understand patterns in sleep, digestion, stress, pain, and energy, as well as how these systems interact.
This comprehensive intake allows us to create a treatment plan that’s informed, intentional, and tailored specifically to you, addressing not just your cosmetic goals, but your body as a whole.
Initial Appointment
Each cosmetic acupuncture session is customized to support natural facial rejuvenation and overall skin health. Fine needles are placed at specific facial acupuncture points to promote circulation, encourage collagen production, and improve muscle tone. Distal points on the body are also used to encourage holistic treatment.
Each session includes anti-aging or anti-acne light therapy, and additional services to enhance relaxation and whole-body balance may be included.
Cosmetic acupuncture offers a calming, restorative experience that supports a brighter complexion, smoother appearance, and healthy aging from within.
Treatment
Acupuncture tends to be most impactful when received consistently, with care that adapts as your symptoms shift and your system becomes more balanced. Each session builds on the last, supporting long-term regulation and overall resilience.
Following treatment, some people notice a sense of calm, improved sleep, or subtle changes over the next day or two. Gentle movement, hydration, and taking it easy when possible can help the body fully absorb the benefits.
With ongoing sessions, acupuncture helps strengthen the body’s ability to maintain balance and support sustainable well-being over time.
Continued Support & Aftercare
Thoughtful Care, Start to Finish
From your first visit through ongoing treatment, care is collaborative, calm, and tailored to you. We take the time to understand what’s happening in your body and adjust treatment as your needs evolve.
The Science Behind Cosmetic Acupuncture
Cosmetic acupuncture stimulates nerve-rich areas of the face, activating the nervous system pathways that influence muscle tone and skin function. This targeted stimulation helps relax overactive facial muscles, support balanced muscle activity, and promote healthier communication between the nerves and facial tissues.
The insertion of fine needles into the face increases local blood circulation, delivering oxygen and essential nutrients to the skin. Improved circulation supports collagen and elastin production, enhances skin tone and texture, reduces puffiness, and helps the body clear metabolic waste for a brighter, more refreshed appearance.
Cosmetic acupuncture activates the nervous system and local immune responses, encouraging the release of growth factors and regulatory neurochemicals involved in skin repair and renewal. These effects help reduce inflammation, support natural healing, ease facial tension, and promote relaxation, contributing to both aesthetic improvements and overall well-being.
Contact Lincoln Park
Have a question about billing, insurance, scheduling, or just want to talk things through with a real person? Our friendly front desk team at the Lincoln Park office is always happy to help - whether you need clarity, guidance, or a human on the other end of the line.
1022 W Armitage Ave
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Mon - Wed: 7:30am - 8:00pm CST
Thurs - Fri: 7:30am - 4:00pm CST
Sat: 10:00am - 4:00pm CST
Sun: 10:00am - 4:00pm CST
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, cosmetic acupuncture and microneedling are different treatments, but they work in similar ways. Microneedling creates uniform micro-injuries across the skin to drive a strong collagen repair response; cosmetic acupuncture uses very fine needles at targeted points to produce gentler, point-specific micro-stimulation while also engaging the nervous system, lymphatics and meridians for internal wellness. I often describe cosmetic acupuncture as “microneedling light + internal health boosting,” because feeling good makes you look good.
Is cosmetic acupuncture the same as microneedling?
Arrive with a clean face free of makeup or heavy skincare products. Eat a light meal beforehand to avoid feeling faint, and stay hydrated. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and intense physical activity before your appointment to ensure your body is calm and receptive to treatment.
How to prepare for cosmetic acupuncture?
After cosmetic acupuncture, avoid anything that provokes big temperature or circulation swings, irritates freshly-treated skin, or increases bleeding and bruising. Cosmetic acupuncture has virtually no downtime — most people can go about their day and look their best right away — but avoid makeup, rubbing or massaging the face, heavy exercise, alcohol, saunas/hot baths, and strong exfoliants for 24–72 hours.
What not to do after cosmetic acupuncture?
For optimal results, most clients begin with 1–2 sessions per week for about 5–10 treatments. After the initial phase, maintenance sessions are recommended every month or as needed to preserve your rejuvenated appearance.
How many sessions of cosmetic acupuncture do you need?
Results vary by individual, but improvements in skin tone and texture are typically visible after 5–10 sessions. Once you complete an initial series, maintenance treatments every 4–6 weeks can help sustain your results. With consistent care, benefits can last several months or longer.
How long do cosmetic acupuncture results last?
Cosmetic acupuncture and Botox work in very different ways. Botox temporarily paralyzes and freezes facial muscles to smooth wrinkles, while cosmetic acupuncture encourages your body’s natural healing response to improve skin tone and texture over time. Many people prefer acupuncture because it’s holistic, chemical-free, and enhances overall wellness rather than only targeting specific lines.
Is cosmetic acupuncture better than Botox?
Cosmetic acupuncture, also known as facial rejuvenation acupuncture, is a natural, non-invasive treatment that uses fine needles to stimulate collagen production, improve circulation, and tone facial muscles. It helps reduce fine lines, puffiness, and dullness while promoting a healthy, youthful glow from within.
What is cosmetic acupuncture?
Cancellation policies are as follows:
If you cancel with 24+ hours’ notice, you won’t be charged anything.
Cancel with 12–24 hours’ notice, and you’ll be charged 50% of the missed service.
Less than 12 hours’ notice—or a no-show—means we’ll need to charge you the full amount, whether you’re using insurance or paying privately.
Should you need to reschedule, you can easily do so via or app - or if your prefer to talk to a person, by calling either of our locations:
🌐 moonrabbitacupuncture.janeapp.com
📞 Lincoln Park – (312) 414–0058
📞 West Loop – (773) 234–1042
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What if I miss my appointment?
Yes, eating something before your appointment, even a small snack, is always recommended.
Should I eat before an acupuncture appointment?
Acupuncture involves the insertion of very thin needles (30 times thinner than the traditional needle you experience at your physician’s office) at strategic points on the body. Most people believe that acupuncture only treats pain; however, it has a myriad of other uses, including overall wellness, stress management, and fertility support.
From an Eastern perspective, acupuncture is a technique for balancing the flow of qi (pronounced chee), or energy, which flows through meridians in your body. By inserting needles into specific points along these meridians, acupuncture re-establishes balance for overall health and wellbeing.
Alternatively, the Western perspective is that acupuncture stimulates nerves, muscles, and fascia (connective tissue) to reduce pain and treat tension. Acupuncture treatment can help the body release a spasmed muscle or interrupt the signal of pain. From a biochemical perspective, findings from research have demonstrated that acupuncture stimulation causes a release of endorphins, serotonin, enkephalins, and γ-amino-butyric acid (GABA; a major inhibitory neurotransmitter of the brain), norepinephrine, and dopamine, other studies have also demonstrated that acupuncture can treat insomnia, as well as support conception through Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), such as IVF. Acupuncture has also been demonstrated to increase blood flow, aid in circulation, improve sleep and ease mental health concerns.
How does acupuncture work?
Yes, acupuncture is safe during pregnancy as long as you are seeing a licensed, board-certified acupuncturist.
All of the acupuncturists at Moon Rabbit are licensed, board-certified, and highly experienced in working with women at all stages of pregnancy. We always recommend consulting with your physician before trying anything new.
Is acupuncture safe during pregnancy?
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