• Ongoing Mentorship with Amrit Singh, R.Ac. Founder, 6babebeauty. 'Healthcare Professional of the Year’ Notable Award winner.

• 3-year Acupuncture Diploma from Eight Branches Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine

• Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture with Dr. Martha Lucas, PhD, L.Ac

• Certified through in-person Microneeding Training by The Original Dermaroller® – inventors of microneedling for aesthetic applications

• Sculptural Face Lifting Technique™ training by Yakov Gershkovich

• Clinical Hours with James Tsui, R. TCMP from Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

• Heat Sensitive Moxibustion Level 1 + 2 with Dr. Chen Rixin, Chief Professor of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

A portion of your treatment may be eligible for insurance coverage. Please contact to discuss your specific case.

Cosmetic acupuncture involves very shallow needle insertion and is generally not considered painful. While some people may experience a slight pricking when the needles go in, no numbing cream is required.

The TWIST microneedling system is equipped with revolutionary technologies that provide the best protection for your skin and with unparalleled comfort. The TWIST offers the most comfortable microneedling experience on the market. The treatment feels like gentle pinching and is not painful. Topical numbing cream is applied before treatment to further reduce sensation.

Microneedling and cosmetic acupuncture have very similar goals and results, but they do differ slightly.

In a microneedling session the TWIST device uses non-traumatic needles to create more than a million healing centres over the entire surface of the skin. This controlled damage allows the skin to heal slowly and correctively, rather than in emergency mode, which leads to scarring. During the healing response, cells that specialize in wound healing become active, migrate to the site of the wound and proliferate. After healing, the old skin is replaced by new skin with improved structure, firmness and elasticity. Collagens and other components of the skin increase dramatically, cellular functions are restored and skin cells are reset to their healthy mode of operation. In essence, the TWIST microneedling treatment results in healthier and, consequently, better looking skin.The main goal of this treatment is to produce collagen in the skin to reduce the signs of aging and treat scarring, hyperpigmentation and hair loss.

Cosmetic acupuncture, on the other hand, is slightly more complex. Here, too, small needles are used to stimulate the skin’s collagen, in the same way. In addition, however, strategic acupuncture points are stimulated on the face and body to bring energy, blood flow and nourishment to the skin, add lift, and treat any underlying skin issues.

We recommend booking an initial cosmetic acupuncture appointment as a first step to assess which combination of treatments would be best for you!

Or feel free to contact us with questions prior to booking.

First of all, microneedling at Holistic SKN is approached, well…..holistically!! A complete intake and body acupuncture points are included in every treatment to address the skin from the inside out, improve overall wellbeing and enhance results. Each treatment includes body acupuncture, microneedling, and an intense hydration silk healing mask.

Secondly, as a patient of Holistic SKN, you have the unique option of integrating cosmetic acupuncture sessions into your microneedling series to further enhance the health, functioning and appearance of the skin.

Lastly, Holistic SKN uses the Dermaroller TWIST microneedling system, manufactured in Germany by the company that invented microneedling for medical-aesthetic applications in 1999. The company recently redefined the gold standard of microneedling with the launch of the TWIST, their newest device which is already being used at the Sunnybrook Hospital and Hamilton General Hospital burn units.

TWIST is the only microneedling system on the market equipped with two new revolutionary technologies that are engineered to protect the skin and provide optimal comfort with exceptional results.

The first is the Active Needle Retrieval Technology meaning the motor behind the needles not only pushes them into the skin, but also actively pulls them out (as opposed to all other microneedling devices that use passive, spring-based needle retrieval).

What does it mean in practice?

A. Minimal discomfort during treatments; many clients report that numbing cream is not necessary!

B. Safer treatments with better clinical results

C. No skin tearing, pulling, or needles that get stuck in the skin, even when treating thick burn scars

The second is the SilkTouch needling technology which significantly shortens the time needles spend inside the skin, resulting in the quickest possible punctures, reduced needling sensation, and a much more comfortable microneedling experience.

Finally, the TWIST is the only microneedling device in Canada to have both the device AND needle cartridges approved by Health Canada.

Please review the following contraindications, if any of these apply to you, please discuss them prior to booking your appointment. You may email holisticskn@gmail.com or use the contact form HERE (link to contact form)”

MICRONEEDLING: Possible contraindications - please discuss prior to booking

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding

• Current or history of cancer, especially skin cancer, or pre-malignant moles in the treatment area

• Chemotherapy or Radiotherapy within the last 6 months

• Use of Accutane®, Retin-A®, or other medications that exfoliate or thin the skin within the last 6 months

• Severe recurrent conditions such as cardiac disorders, seizures, or autoimmune diseases

• Blood thinners or other medications that might impair blood clotting

• Recent cosmetic surgery or other medical-aesthetic procedures such as laser, IPL, microneedling, deep or medium chemical peels or dermabrasion within three months of the treatment or before complete healing

• Recent cosmetic facial treatments, injectables (Botox®, Fillers, etc.), dermablading/dermaplaning, or non-invasive skin tightening within three weeks of the treatment or before complete healing

• Any active condition in the treatment area, such as Herpes simplex, sores, irritation, active infections, psoriasis, eczema, rash, or open wounds

• Active acne or rosacea

• Skin growths, lesions, or severe spider veins in the treatment area

• History of keloid scarring, abnormal wound healing, as well as very dry and fragile skin

• History of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

• Poorly controlled endocrine disorders such as diabetes

• Tattoos or permanent makeup in the treated area

• Hormone replacement therapy

• Deficient immune system due to immunosuppressive disease or medications

• Freshly tanned or sunburned skin within the last two weeks

• COVID-19 or other infectious disease symptoms

COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE: Possible contraindications - please discuss prior to booking

• Pregnancy

• Less than four weeks since Botox/fillers

SCULPTURAL FACELIFTING & BUCCAL MASSAGE: Possible contraindications - please discuss prior to booking

• Pregnancy

• Herpes

• Oral cavity disease

• Cancer

• Thyroid disease

• Lymphatic disease

• Infectious disease

• Less than four weeks since Botox/fillers