Anti-inflammatory Herbal Acupuncture: Skin Soothing Without Steroid Worries

Features of Kkeut Clinic's Anti-inflammatory Herbal Acupuncture

1. A treatment method that soothes inflammation without steroid components.

Kkeut Clinic's anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture differs in approach from commonly used triamcinolone (TA) series steroid injections.

While steroids can rapidly reduce inflammation, they may cause side effects such as skin atrophy, hyperpigmentation, telangiectasia (dilated capillaries), and worsening of inflammation rebound.

For these reasons, repeated use may be difficult, and there are aspects that make it unsuitable for long-term skin care.

Kkeut Clinic utilizes herbal acupuncture solution made from sterile refined ingredients with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, such as Coptis, Gardenia, Scutellaria, and Phellodendron.

This herbal acupuncture supports the skin's natural healing process and works to alleviate inflammation.

No steroid components are included, which can reduce the burden on the skin barrier and tissues even after the treatment.

2. Unlike general anti-inflammatory injections, it can also be used for conditions other than acute inflammation.

Kkeut Clinic's anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture can help soothe symptoms by directly injecting it into acute inflammatory areas such as acne, papules, and pimples accompanied by redness and heat,

In most cases, clinical observation shows that symptoms such as redness, pain, and swelling are alleviated within 1 to 3 days.

However, it is not a treatment limited only to acute inflammation, like general anti-inflammatory injections.

It can also be applied relatively safely multiple times to areas where inflammation repeatedly recurs, such as the chin, cheekbones, forehead, and around the mouth,

It is a treatment method that can be included in long-term inflammation management plans while reducing concerns about cumulative side effects from steroids.

In a clinical study where Coptis Detoxification Decoction herbal acupuncture was used together,

The results of weekly treatments over 10 weeks showed a significant improvement in acne inflammation grade (based on KAGS criteria) (average change from 3.59 to 1.95, p<0.001).

This is a characteristic of this treatment method, which can contribute to managing both acute inflammation and recurring inflammation simultaneously.

3. It has the characteristic of allowing repeated procedures while reducing the burden of side effects from steroid treatment.

If steroid injections are administered multiple times to the same area, there is a possibility of side effects such as skin atrophy or depression, and telangiectasia.

Therefore, if inflammation occurs repeatedly in the same area, continuous treatment may be difficult to consider.

On the other hand, Kkeut Clinic's anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture works on the principle of regulating, rather than suppressing, immune responses, making it possible to use it multiple times even on areas where inflammation recurs,

It is a method that can be considered particularly suitable for individuals with thin or sensitive skin, or those who frequently undergo laser treatments.

4. Equipped with a clinical environment for precise and meticulous procedures.

Kkeut Clinic limits the number of patients seen per day.

By providing a relaxed appointment system, a comfortable clinical environment is created,

This goes beyond mere convenience; it forms a crucial foundation for performing precise, patient-response-centered procedures.

During the anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture procedure, we carefully observe the patient's real-time skin reactions,

adjusting the herbal acupuncture dosage in areas where inflammation frequently recurs,

or widely dispersing and injecting the herbal acupuncture in boundary areas to prevent inflammation from spreading,

we aim for adjustable procedures tailored to each individual patient's condition, rather than simply following a fixed method.

Beyond simply injecting herbal acupuncture,

it is possible to create a treatment plan that considers the likelihood of recurrence, based on clinical data indicating 'this area has a high probability of future inflammation recurrence'.

Through this approach, Kkeut Clinic's anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture can provide treatment with enhanced density and precision.

Cases where Anti-inflammatory Herbal Acupuncture can be helpful

1. Individuals who frequently experience inflammatory acne accompanied by redness and heat.

It can be considered particularly for those with specific areas of recurrent inflammation, such as the chin, around the mouth, and cheekbones.

If you repeatedly experience heat or pain before a breakout occurs, early treatment can be considered for preventive improvement.

2. Individuals with skin conditions who are concerned about side effects from steroid anti-inflammatory injections.

For those with thin or sensitive skin, or who are concerned about the occurrence of depressed scars,

it can be one of the alternatives for individuals who have experienced atrophy or hyperpigmentation after previous steroid injection treatments.

3. For those hesitant to take antibiotics or sebum regulators due to recurrent skin inflammation

It is suitable when you want inflammation management solely through treatment without oral medication.

Recommended for those considering a localized anti-inflammatory treatment that acts directly on the inflamed area.

4. Patients concerned about post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) that may arise from frequent inflammation

If you have a skin type that easily develops post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) after inflammation,

calming the skin with herbal acupuncture at the initial stage of inflammation can help prevent hyperpigmentation.

5. For those desiring long-term management that not only provides short-term inflammation relief but also prevents recurrence

While anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture is useful for short-term inflammation suppression,

it can also be utilized to regulate immune responses, reduce inflammation recurrence, and stabilize skin rhythm.

Benefits of Anti-inflammatory Herbal Acupuncture

1. Suppression of inflammatory cytokines: Contributes to reducing redness and swelling

Active ingredients extracted from herbal medicines such as Coptis chinensis, Scutellaria baicalensis, Phellodendron amurense, and Gardenia jasminoides (e.g., berberine, baicalin, palmatine, crocin)

work to regulate the production of inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-8, which trigger inflammatory responses.

This can help alleviate heat, redness, swelling, and pain in the inflamed area within 1 to 3 days.

2. Regulation of oxidative stress: Contributes to reducing tissue damage and scar formation

Baicalin derived from Scutellaria baicalensis and crocin, a component of Gardenia jasminoides, are involved in eliminating reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the body,

and also play a role in protecting skin cells from such oxidative damage.

This process can help reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation or depressed scars that may appear after acne breakouts,

and can positively influence the recovery process of the skin's dermal layer.

3. Regulation of immune response: Contributes to stabilizing recurrent inflammation

While steroid components act by directly suppressing the immune response,

the active ingredients in herbal acupuncture help find a balance in the immune response, preventing the skin from reacting overly sensitively.

This action can be particularly beneficial for those who frequently experience recurring inflammation in the same area,

and can contribute to gradually stabilizing the skin's inflammation recurrence cycle.

4. Antibacterial and antifungal action: Can contribute to improving acne bacteria (P. acnes) and folliculitis

Berberine derived from Coptis chinensis and palmatine from Phellodendron amurense possess antibacterial properties,

and direct inhibitory effects on acne-causing bacteria and folliculitis-inducing bacteria have been reported in academic literature.

These characteristics can also contribute to resolving inflammatory acne or skin problems suspected of secondary infection due to external irritation.

5. Skin barrier recovery support: Can promote the recovery of sensitized skin

Anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture regulates the activity of MMP (matrix metalloproteinases) within skin cells, preventing structural damage to the dermal layer,

and can positively influence the recovery process of the skin barrier damaged by inflammation.

It is also suitable for calming inflammation that occurs on sensitized skin after laser treatments or chemical peels.

Benefits of This Treatment

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• 01. Relief for inflammatory acne that is difficult to extract
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• 02. Improves skin condition by reducing the risk of side effects such as skin atrophy, indentation, and hyperpigmentation, which can be a concern with typical inflammatory injections
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• 03. Inflammation management that can be received more comfortably as it does not contain steroid components
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• 04. A treatment that utilizes naturally derived herbal ingredients to reduce the burden on the body and contribute to enhancing the skin's self-healing power
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Treatment Process

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• STEP 01. Confirm the number of lesions
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• STEP 02. Disinfect the treatment area
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• Third. Personalized treatment plan
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