Phoenix Rising Wellness Center

Rising to New Skin Care Heights Microneedling Therapy Restores Damaged Skin

By Molly Mason

The healing impact of tiny needles isn’t new to Elizabeth Stewart, Licensed Acupuncturist and the owner of Phoenix Rising, a wellness center known for its rejuvenating and healing practices.

“Many people come to us as a last resort,” said Stewart, who began practicing acupuncture over 20 years ago. “They are looking for an alternative to surgery or medications and other pain-relieving treatments.” Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Five Element Acupuncture also help patients overcome challenging health conditions from cancer recovery or high blood pressure to anxiety and depression.

While Phoenix Rising’s acupuncture practices have helped patients with internal health issues feel stronger, healthier, and more mobile, a new cosmetic acupuncture therapy - known as microneedling - is helping patients overcome skin issues including troublesome acne, dark spots, scars, and wrinkled, sagging skin.

Microneedling is a medical device containing many tiny, sterilized needles that penetrate the epidermis, generating new collagen and skin tissue to firm and tone skin. Phoenix Rising’s medical-grade microneedle machine is safer and more effective than devices someone might pick up at a drug store. “Unfortunately, most people don’t know the store-bought devices are almost impossible to sterilize and can damage the skin by ripping it,” said Stewart. “Our device moves at 18,000 impacts per minute, the highest available, resulting in clean, tiny holes that our personalized serums sink into very well. An infrared light therapy is the final step to boost the results of the treatment.”

A stem cell serum is mixed with different types of herbs depending on the patient’s unique needs. “We have one herbal mix that works well to reduce the appearance of acne,” said Stewart. “Then we have other combinations used to build collagen, lighten dark spots and scars, and reduce puffiness.”

Stem cell serum is derived from a rare version of Swiss apples, Uttwiler Spätlauberl, famous for their excellent storability without shriveling. The stem cells are used to boost the production of human stem cells, protect cells from stress, and decrease wrinkles.

“We customize the serum for the needs of our patient’s unique skin,” said Stewart. When used in conjunction with microneedling, stem cell serums intensify the results of the treatment because they are delivered to deeper into the skin. Phoenix Rising’s approach is unique due to a layering technique, blending stem cells with Chinese herbs, utilizing a professional needling device, and finishing with a light therapy which increases stem cell production by 300%.

“After four months, you can look ten years younger,” said Stewart. “Treatments typically include microneedling once a month, with nanoneedling every week in between for at least three months.”

Microneedling is a great alternative to Botox, laser treatments, or chemical peels that may damage the skin or require more frequent treatments. “It’s putting energy into your face, nourishing the muscles, so your face can go back to a younger position with all this new collagen,” said Stewart. “It works so well because it’s not depleting you but increasing your healing ability without harsh side effects.”

Microneedling is a safe, minimally invasive procedure with few side effects. Introductory pricing and financing for the customized treatment are available at both the Adrian and Manitou Beach, Michigan locations. To learn more, visit www.phoenixrisingwellnesscenters.com or call (517) 759-4018.