Abstract

To explore the efficacy and safety evaluation of acupuncture for wrinkle removal and the use of the traditional Chinese herbal formula Chaihu Shugan San in facial rejuvenation. Based on the principles and modalities of acupuncture and Chaihu Shugan San for wrinkle removal, patients aged 25 y to 35 y were selected and divided into treatment groups according to their chosen modalities. For acupuncture, the patients were divided into three groups; patient group I (n=30), patient group II (n=30), and the control group (n=30). Similarly, for the Chinese herbal treatment, three groups were established with the same distribution. Chaihu Shugan San was administered with detailed monitoring of dosage and effects, focusing on improving liver qi, promoting blood circulation, and enhancing skin health. The outcomes were measured by comparing the status before and after treatment, as well as between the patient and control groups. In the acupuncture group, comparisons between pre- and post-treatment were significant, with p<0.05 and p<0.01, respectively. Similarly, comparisons between the patient groups and control groups showed significant differences, indicating that acupuncture is effective in stimulating subcutaneous collagen regeneration, thereby reducing wrinkles. In the Chaihu Shugan San treatment group, intra-group comparisons before and after treatment were significant with p<0.05 and p<0.01, indicating that this herbal formula effectively regulated patient’s sleep, digestion, and overall physical balance, contributing to facial rejuvenation. Safety evaluations demonstrated that 90 % of the patients achieved a level 1 safety rating, proving that both traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture treatments were safe and caused no irritation to the skin. Acupuncture and Chaihu Shugan San demonstrate significant efficacy in facial rejuvenation, effectively reducing facial wrinkles by addressing the root causes. These treatments delay wrinkle formation, regulate body balance, promote blood circulation, and stimulate collagen regeneration, thereby providing long-lasting wrinkle reduction and enhancing facial aesthetics. Furthermore, both treatments are safe, with minimal risk of adverse reactions, making them suitable for improving the quality of life for patients seeking facial rejuvenation.