By Jacqui | March 4, 2025 | Acupuncture for Hair Growth
Acupuncture has become a popular treatment for a variety of skin concerns, including wrinkles, scars, and stretch marks. On the other hand, did you know that acupuncture can also help with hair growth?
Yep, that's right. Those little tiny needles can help stimulate the hair follicles and promote hair growth. If you're struggling with hair loss or thinning hair, acupuncture may be the natural treatment option that you have been looking for!
Acupuncture for hair growth has been used for thousands of years to promote hair growth. This treatment involves using fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. This process stimulates collagen production, reduces inflammation and can promote hair growth. You can then apply a topical oil formula such as Neem or Castor oil. The oils are massaged into the scalp to help reduce inflammation and promote healthy hair follicle growth.
Acupuncture works by creating tiny channels in the scalp, allowing for better nutrient absorption and increased blood flow to the hair follicles. The procedure may sound intimidating at first, but it is suitable for all hair types and is a relatively painless experience that can leave you feeling rejuvenated. We ensure that you are feeling comfortable and relaxed. Early hair loss occurs due to imbalances in the body therefore it is important as expert practitioners for us to treat the root cause of why this is happening in the first place. We create a treatment plan that is suitable for you. Therefore, all our acupuncture treatments are combined with a whole-body approach. During your session you will have body acupuncture points as well in conjunction to scalp needling to further enhance your treatment results and support you. It is important to recognize the whole-body approach to treatment when working with hair loss for longer lasting results. This natural procedure is quick, effective, and can actually feel pretty good!
Acupuncture has been shown clinically and in research to be an effective treatment option for hair loss. In modern research Acupuncture has higher effective rates and lower relapse rates than some common hair growth products such as "Rogaine" and multivitamins.
In one study alopecia areata (bald patches) patients who received acupuncture therapy achieved a 90% total effective rate whereas patients who received drug therapy (Rogaine plus multivitamins) achieved a 60% total effective rate. Acupuncture as mentioned in this article is using a whole-body approach to treatment therefore, enhancing the therapeutic results long term. In this study, 3 months after completion of treatments, the acupuncture group reported only 3 cases of relapse (10% relapse rate) and the drug therapy group reported 11 cases (36.67% relapse rate). If patients continue with their treatment plan customized by our practitioners they will be better supported and have longer lasting results.