Steroid-Free! Anti-inflammatory Herbal Acupuncture

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Anti-inflammatory Acupoint Injection, What Are Its Features?

1. Soothes inflammation without using steroid components.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Anti-inflammatory Acupoint Injection differs fundamentally from commonly used triamcinolone (TA)-based steroid injections.

While steroid components can quickly reduce inflammation, there is a possibility of side effects such as skin atrophy, hyperpigmentation, telangiectasia (spider veins), and symptom recurrence.

For these reasons, repeated use is limited, and a cautious approach may be required for long-term skin management plans.

Kkeut only utilizes acupoint injection solutions obtained by aseptically purifying medicinal herbs known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, such as Coptis, Gardenia, Scutellaria, and Phellodendron.

Rather than suppressing the skin itself, the goal is to alleviate inflammatory responses by enhancing its inherent recovery capabilities.

The acupoint injection solution contains no steroid components and is designed not to impose excessive burden on the skin barrier or tissues after treatment.

2. Can be utilized not only for acute inflammation but also for chronic inflammation management.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Anti-inflammatory Acupoint Injection can be directly injected into acute inflammations such as acne, papules, and pimples accompanied by redness and heat, inducing calming effects.

Clinically, an improvement in redness, pain, and swelling is often observed within 1 to 3 days after the procedure.

However, unlike conventional inflammatory injections, it has a broad application range, not limited to the acute phase.

Repeated application can be considered without burden even in areas where inflammation repeatedly recurs, such as the chin, cheekbones, forehead, and around the mouth,

It can alleviate concerns about cumulative side effects from steroids, thus being utilized as a long-term inflammation management routine.

According to a study that combined the Coptis Detoxification Decoction acupoint injection,

After 10 weeks of once-weekly treatment, acne inflammatory grades (based on KAGS) were reported to have significantly improved (mean 3.59 → 1.95, p<0.001).

This is a remarkable characteristic in that it is a management method encompassing not only acute inflammation but also recurrent inflammation.

3. Reduces the burden of steroid-induced side effects and allows for repeated procedures.

If steroid injections are administered multiple times in the same area, the risk of side effects such as skin atrophy, depression, and blood vessel dilation may increase.

Therefore, when inflammation repeatedly occurs in the same area, one might hesitate to continue receiving treatments.

However, Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Anti-inflammatory Acupoint Injection works by modulating rather than suppressing immune responses, allowing for repeated treatments in areas where inflammation has recurred without burden.

This approach is particularly suitable for patients with thin or sensitive skin, or those who frequently undergo laser procedures.

4. The Reason for High-Density Procedures – A Difference in Approach

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic limits the number of patients seen per day.

We aim to enhance the quality of the treatment environment through a more flexible booking structure than typical Korean Medicine Clinics.

This goes beyond simply providing a comfortable treatment experience; it forms a crucial foundation for focusing on each patient's skin response and performing precise procedures.

During the anti-inflammatory acupoint injection procedure, while monitoring the patient's skin changes in real-time,

we adjust the acupoint injection dosage and apply it intensively to areas where recurrence is frequent.

In boundary areas where inflammation is likely to spread, it is injected broadly like a defensive line to prevent its diffusion.

Thus, rather than simply following a predetermined method, we aim for procedures that are flexibly adjusted according to the patient's condition.

In other words, going beyond simply injecting the acupoint solution,

we can formulate a treatment plan that considers the possibility of recurrence, reflecting the clinical perspective that 'inflammation may reoccur in that area'.

Through this approach, Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Anti-inflammatory Acupoint Injection can become a management method combining density and precision.

Anti-inflammatory Acupoint Injection, Consider It If You Are One of These Individuals

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

Especially recommended for patients who repeatedly experience inflammation in specific areas such as the chin, around the mouth, and cheekbones.

If heat or pain periodically appears in the pre-trouble stage, performing the procedure in advance can also offer a preventive effect.

2. Skin concerned about side effects from steroid inflammatory injections.

Individuals with thin or sensitive skin, those concerned about depressed scars,

or those who have experienced skin atrophy or hyperpigmentation after previous steroid injections, may find this a less burdensome alternative.

3. For those who experience persistent skin inflammation but are reluctant to take oral medications such as antibiotics or sebum regulators,

When you wish to proceed with treatment only, without oral medication,

This may be suitable for individuals who prefer direct topical anti-inflammatory management of the inflamed area.

4. Patients concerned about hyperpigmentation or PIH developing due to recurring inflammation,

If you have a skin type prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) after inflammation,

Calming the inflammation early with herbal acupuncture can help prevent pigment formation.

5. For those who desire not only short-term soothing effects but also long-term skin care to prevent recurrence,

Inflammation-calming herbal acupuncture is expected to be effective in reducing inflammation in a short time,

But it may also be more suitable for regulating the skin's immune response to prevent the recurrence of inflammation and stabilize skin rhythm.

Effects of Inflammation-Calming Herbal Acupuncture

1. Suppresses inflammatory cytokines – Relieves redness and swelling

Key components such as berberine, baicalin, palmatine, and crocin found in Coptis chinensis, Scutellaria baicalensis, Phellodendron amurense, and Gardenia jasminoides

Can reduce the production of inflammatory cytokines like TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-8, which trigger inflammatory responses.

This can contribute to the improvement of heat, redness, swelling, and pain in the inflamed area within 1 to 3 days.

2. Regulates oxidative stress – Reduces tissue damage and scar formation

Baicalin (Scutellaria baicalensis) and crocin (Gardenia jasminoides) help eliminate reactive oxygen species (ROS),

And contribute to protecting skin cells from oxidative damage.

This process can help lower the risk of post-acne hyperpigmentation or atrophic scars,

And can also positively influence the recovery process in the dermal layer.

3. Modulates immune response – Stabilizes recurrent inflammation

While steroids work by suppressing the immune response,

The components of inflammation-calming herbal acupuncture help modulate the immune response, preventing the skin from overreacting.

This can be particularly helpful for patients who frequently experience recurrent inflammation in the same area,

And is a treatment that contributes to gradually stabilizing the skin's recurrence cycle.

4. Antibacterial and antifungal action – Helps manage acne bacteria (P. acnes) and folliculitis

Berberine (Coptis chinensis) and palmatine (Phellodendron amurense) are known to have strong antibacterial effects,

And direct inhibitory effects against acne-causing bacteria and folliculitis-inducing bacteria have also been reported.

Therefore, it can also be beneficial for inflammatory acne or skin troubles suspected of secondary infection due to irritation.

5. Supports skin barrier recovery – Accelerates the recovery of sensitive skin

Inflammation-calming herbal acupuncture contributes to reducing dermal structure damage by suppressing the activity of MMP (matrix metalloproteinase) in skin cells,

And can also aid in the recovery of the skin barrier damaged by inflammation.

It can also be considered for soothing inflammation in sensitive skin after laser procedures or chemical peels.

Advantages of the Procedure

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• 01. Can contribute to calming deep inflammatory acne that is difficult to extract
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• 02. Contains no steroid components, helping to reduce concerns about side effects of conventional injection procedures such as skin atrophy, indentation, and hyperpigmentation
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• 03. An inflammation management method that does not contain steroid components
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• 04. Derived from natural herbal ingredients, it can help reduce skin burden and support the regeneration process
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Procedure Steps

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• STEP 01. Confirm the number of inflammatory lesions
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• STEP 02. Disinfect the treatment area
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• The third step involves personalized treatments, carefully considering each patient's unique characteristics.
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