What are acupuncture facials and do they really work for glowing skin?

Cosmetic acupuncture uses needles approximately one-fifth the diameter of typical hypodermic needles and is said to increase circulation, boost collagen production and improve skin tone. Photo: The New York Times

Amy Abrams, who owns and operates New York City’s Manhattan Vintage Show, has been getting regular cosmetic acupuncture facials for five years.

“I’ve been going every four to six weeks,” she said, a routine she sees as part of a “self-care commitment” to looking and feeling her best.