Since 2017, SALIENT has worked with clients who have a wide range of needs and expectations. We believe every treatment has its own professional role and ideal audience—the key is choosing what best aligns with your current goals, budget, and desired results.

Technology-based aesthetic treatments focus on structural support, collagen stimulation, and energy-driven devices. For those seeking visible firmness and tissue support through technological methods, they offer an efficient and well-established solution.

Facial acupuncture, on the other hand, is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture techniques. It focuses on the adjustment of facial fascia, muscle tension, and overall contour balance. By releasing overly tight muscles and relieving tension across superficial and deep fascial layers, it helps restore natural facial proportions and expression dynamics—resulting in a softer, more harmonious, and naturally defined appearance in both static and dynamic expressions.

In simple terms:

• Aesthetic Medicine
 → Uses energy-based devices to act on the skin and deeper tissue layers. With precise technological intervention, it focuses on structural support and firming effects.

• Facial Acupuncture
→ Uses professional acupuncture techniques to adjust superficial muscles, deep muscles, and fascia at different layers. Through layered needling methods, it helps regulate fascial tension and muscle dynamics, supporting a naturally lifted and refined appearance.

Facial acupuncture treatments are generally gentle with minimal downtime, making them suitable for individuals who prefer natural-looking adjustments and low-burden long-term maintenance.

There is no hierarchy between different treatment approaches—only what best suits your individual condition. Many clients also choose to combine different treatments at various stages to better align with their desired outcomes.

Compared to surgical or injectable aesthetic treatments, facial acupuncture (also known as cosmetic acupuncture or beauty acupuncture) uses ultra-fine needles for refined and gentle treatment, offering a softer and more natural approach to anti-aging.

At SALIENT, we use Japanese SEIRIN needles (0.1 mm) and refined facial acupuncture techniques to support the skin and facial contours in returning to a more natural balance.

Suitable for:

• Natural anti-aging seekers
Those who prefer a natural approach to facial care and wish to maintain natural facial expressions without stiffness.

• On-camera professionals
Ideal for those who prefer minimal downtime and want to maintain a natural appearance.

• Individuals under long-term stress or poor sleep
Suitable for those experiencing facial tension, fatigue, or signs of stress.

• People with facial asymmetry concerns
Such as uneven jawlines, teeth clenching, or grinding habits that create facial muscle imbalance.

• Those with under-eye concerns
Suitable for individuals experiencing under-eye hollowness, dark circles, or puffiness who wish to explore facial acupuncture for under-eye rejuvenation.

• Those with fine lines and facial folds
Including smile lines, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and fine lines, for those seeking a natural way to support smoother-looking skin.

One of the unique benefits of facial acupuncture is its ability to preserve your natural facial expressions while helping you look lighter, fresher, and more energized.

Not recommended for:

• Individuals with blood clotting disorders
• Those experiencing acute dermatitis flare-ups
• Severe rosacea flare-ups
• Acute allergic reactions or urticaria

We use premium Japanese acupuncture needles that are only 0.1 mm thick (SEIRIN), significantly reducing discomfort during treatment. Most clients describe the sensation as mild soreness or pressure.

Doctors will adjust the technique according to your comfort level.
The overall process is designed to be gentle and relaxing. If you are particularly sensitive to pain, please inform your doctor in advance.

Results vary depending on individual muscle conditions.
Most clients feel a lifting and lightness in the face after the first session. test 6

We recommend an initial intensive phase every 1–2 weeks to help establish a stable skin condition. Afterward, the frequency can be adjusted according to individual needs to maintain a natural and comfortable state. test 5

The duration of facial acupuncture results varies depending on each person’s body condition, lifestyle, and maintenance routine.

Generally:

• First session: around 1–2 weeks
• After consistent treatments (4–6 sessions): results may last for several months
• With regular maintenance: approximately 6 months to 1 year

Lifestyle habits such as lack of sleep, alcohol consumption, and stress may affect longevity.

Compared to injectable aesthetic treatments, the side effects of facial acupuncture are relatively minimal.

Common temporary reactions may include:

• Minor bruising
• Mild soreness
• Temporary tightness in the muscles
• Small visible needle marks

These reactions usually settle within a few days.

At SALIENT, we use 0.1 mm SEIRIN needles for our facial acupuncture treatments, offering a more refined and gentle approach to skin rejuvenation.

After treatment, we recommend:

• Avoiding active skincare acids (retinol, salicylic acid, AHAs)
• Avoiding laser treatments or resurfacing procedures
• Avoiding alcohol-based skincare products
• Avoiding late nights
• Avoiding alcohol and smoking
• Staying hydrated

These aftercare steps help support skin stability and maintain the overall treatment rhythm.

Not necessarily.

Many people assume that more needles lead to better results, but in professional beauty acupuncture treatments, precision is far more important than quantity.

At SALIENT, we focus on:

• Facial muscle analysis
• Fascia tension assessment
• Customized needle placement
• Precision treatment with minimal discomfort

These are the true factors that influence the quality of treatment and overall facial condition.

The current market price for facial acupuncture and cosmetic acupuncture treatments generally ranges from USD 80 to USD 190.

The price difference often comes down to:

• The physician’s clinical experience
• Technical maturity
• Level of customization
• The quality of needles used

A truly professional facial acupuncture treatment is never one-size-fits-all. It should be carefully adjusted according to each individual’s:

• Facial structure
• Muscle tension
• Fascia condition
• Aging patterns

At SALIENT, all physicians are trained under the SALIENT CLASS Method™, our signature facial acupuncture technique. Each treatment begins with an assessment to identify whether the concern comes from muscle weakness, excessive tension, or other underlying facial conditions—allowing for a more personalized and precise treatment approach.