Characteristics of Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Anti-inflammatory Acupoint Injection

First, it is an anti-inflammatory calming treatment that does not contain steroids.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's anti-inflammatory acupoint injection differs in its mechanism of action from commonly used triamcinolone (TA) corticosteroid injections.

While steroids can temporarily and quickly reduce inflammation, there is a possibility of side effects such as skin atrophy, hyperpigmentation, telangiectasia (dilated capillaries), and the rebound phenomenon.

Due to this, repeated use is limited, and it may be less suitable for long-term skin health management.

At our clinic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant components extracted from herbal medicines such as Coptis, Gardenia, Scutellaria, and Phellodendron are aseptically purified and used as the acupoint injection solution.

This contributes to calming inflammation in a way that helps the natural recovery process rather than suppressing the skin.

It contains no steroid components whatsoever, and is designed not to place excessive burden on the skin barrier or tissues even after the procedure.

Second, it is useful not only for acute inflammation but also for managing recurrent inflammation.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's anti-inflammatory acupoint injection can be directly injected into areas with acute inflammatory reactions such as red, warm acne, papules, and pimples, to achieve a calming effect.

Clinical observations show that redness, pain, and swelling usually subside within 1 to 3 days.

However, unlike typical anti-inflammatory injections, this acupoint injection is not a treatment limited to only the acute phase.

It can be continuously applied with relatively little burden to areas where inflammation repeatedly recurs, such as the chin, cheekbones, forehead, and around the mouth.

It reduces concerns about cumulative side effects from steroid use, and can be considered a routine for long-term inflammation management.

In a parallel study on Coptis Detoxification Decoction acupoint injection,

after 10 weeks of once-weekly treatment, acne inflammation scores (based on KAGS) were reported to have significantly improved (average 3.59 → 1.95, p<0.001).

This ability to manage not only acute inflammation but also chronic or recurrent inflammation is a key distinguishing feature of the anti-inflammatory acupoint injection.

Third, repeated treatment is possible without concerns about steroid side effects.

If steroid injections are repeatedly administered to the same area, there is a risk of various side effects such as skin atrophy, indentation, and vascular dilation.

Therefore, even if inflammation recurs consecutively in the same area, many feel burdened to continue receiving treatment.

However, Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's anti-inflammatory acupoint injection works by regulating rather than suppressing the immune response, allowing for continuous use in recurring areas.

It is particularly suitable for patients with thin or sensitive skin, or those who frequently undergo laser procedures.

Fourth, we have a differentiated treatment environment that allows for high-density procedures.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic operates by limiting the number of patients treated per day.

We maintain a more relaxed appointment structure than typical clinic systems, thereby enhancing the quality of our treatment environment.

This goes beyond mere convenience, forming a crucial foundation that enables more precise procedures focused on the patient's reactions.

Even during the anti-inflammatory acupoint injection procedure, we meticulously observe the patient's real-time skin reactions,

adjusting the acupoint injection dosage in areas where inflammation recurs,

or widely dispersing the injection into boundary areas where inflammation could spread, to prevent its diffusion.

We perform 'adjustable procedures' rather than 'fixed methods'.

This goes beyond merely injecting the acupoint solution;

it means that treatment is designed with recurrence in mind, based on clinical observations like “inflammation may reappear in this area.”

With this approach, Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's anti-inflammatory acupoint injection can be considered a treatment method with high density and precision.

Who Should Consider Anti-inflammatory Acupoint Injection

1. Those who frequently experience inflammatory acne accompanied by redness and heat.

It is especially recommended for those whose inflammation recurs in fixed areas such as the chin, around the mouth, and cheekbones.

If heat or pain repeatedly appears in the pre-trouble stage, proactive treatment can also offer preventive effects.

2. Skin types concerned about steroid injection side effects.

Those with thin or sensitive skin who worry about developing depressed scars,

or those who have experienced skin atrophy or hyperpigmentation after previous steroid injections, may find this a less burdensome option.

3. If you have recurring inflammation on your skin but feel reluctant to take antibiotics or sebum-controlling medication

It is suitable if you wish to proceed only with treatment without oral medication,

and can be recommended to those who prefer a treatment that directly targets the inflamed area to locally alleviate inflammation.

4. If you are concerned about post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) due to frequent inflammation

If you have a skin type that easily develops post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) after inflammation,

calming the inflammation quickly with herbal acupuncture in its early stages can help prevent hyperpigmentation.

5. If you desire long-term management that not only provides short-term relief from inflammation but also prevents its recurrence

While herbal acupuncture for inflammation is useful for calming inflammation in the short term,

it is more suitable for preventing the recurrence of inflammation and stabilizing skin rhythm by regulating immune responses.

Benefits of Herbal Acupuncture for Inflammation

1. Alleviation of redness and swelling through inhibition of inflammatory cytokines

Key ingredients such as berberine, baicalin, palmatine, and crocin, extracted from herbal medicines like Coptis chinensis, Scutellaria baicalensis, Phellodendron amurense, and Gardenia jasminoides,

reduce the production of inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-8, which trigger inflammatory responses.

Through these actions, you can expect relief from heat, redness, swelling, and pain in the inflamed area within 1 to 3 days.

2. Reduced risk of tissue damage and scar formation due to oxidative stress regulation

Baicalin, derived from Scutellaria baicalensis, and crocin, a Gardenia jasminoides component, play a role in eliminating reactive oxygen species (ROS).

This can contribute to protecting skin cells from oxidative damage.

These actions can help reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation or atrophic scars that may appear after acne breakouts.

Furthermore, it can positively influence the recovery process of the dermal layer.

3. Stabilization of recurrent inflammation through immune response regulation

While steroid components tend to strongly suppress immune responses,

herbal acupuncture ingredients delicately regulate the skin's immune response, preventing excessive reactions.

This can be particularly beneficial for individuals who experience recurring inflammation in the same area,

and contributes to gradually stabilizing the skin's inflammatory recurrence cycle.

4. Contribution to the improvement of acne bacteria (P. acnes) and folliculitis through antibacterial and antifungal actions

Berberine from Coptis chinensis and palmatine from Phellodendron amurense are known to have antibacterial properties.

There have also been reported cases of inhibitory effects on acne-causing bacteria and folliculitis-causing bacteria.

This can also be useful in managing inflammatory acne or skin troubles suspected of secondary infection due to external irritation.

5. Support for sensitive skin recovery through skin barrier restoration assistance

Herbal acupuncture for inflammation helps prevent dermal structure damage by regulating the activity of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in skin cells.

It also supports the recovery process of the skin barrier damaged by inflammation.

It can also be a suitable option for calming inflammation in sensitive skin after laser treatments or peels.

Benefits of the Treatment

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• 01. Alleviates inflammatory acne that is difficult to extract
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• 02. Reduces concerns about side effects such as skin atrophy, depressions, or hyperpigmentation that can occur with traditional anti-inflammatory injections (triamcinolone), allowing for natural improvement.
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• 03. Inflammation care that reduces burden by not containing steroid components
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• 04. An approach that uses ingredients derived from natural herbal medicines, minimizing burden on the body and aiding the skin's inherent regenerative power
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Treatment Process

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• STEP 01. Identify inflamed areas and count them
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• STEP 02. Disinfect the treatment area
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• In the third step, a personalized treatment plan is established considering the patient's characteristics.
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