Effect of Single Facial Acupuncture on Dermal Structure and Appearance Satisfaction (NCT07664280) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effect of Single Facial Acupuncture on Dermal Structure and Appearance Satisfaction
Taiwan60 participantsStarted 2026-06-11
Plain-language summary
This study aims to investigate the effects of a single session of facial rejuvenation acupuncture on skin structure and personal satisfaction with facial appearance. As facial aging involves complex changes in muscles, skin, and soft tissues, facial acupuncture is considered a potential minimally invasive treatment to help restore balance and promote tissue repair.
Researchers will enroll 60 healthy adults aged 30 to 60 who are concerned about facial aging. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an immediate intervention group or a waitlist control group. The intervention group will receive one session of facial acupuncture at the start of the study. The control group will continue their normal daily skincare routine for 6 weeks, after which they will receive the same single acupuncture treatment.
All participants will be monitored weekly for 6 weeks. The research team will use non-invasive tools, including high-frequency skin ultrasound, 3D facial scanning, and a digital complexion analysis system, to objectively measure changes in skin thickness, facial volume, and wrinkles. Participants will also complete questionnaires at various time points to share their satisfaction with their appearance, self-confidence, and quality of life.
Who can participate
Age range
30 Years – 60 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 30 to 60 years old. Individuals concerned about facial aging issues.
* Individuals without severe chronic diseases.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pregnant women.
* Individuals with coagulation disorders.
* Individuals with a keloid constitution or tendency for abnormal scarring.
* Individuals with acute or chronic facial hemiplegia/paralysis of any cause.
* Individuals who have undergone facial cosmetic surgery or cosmetic injections within the past 6 months.
* Individuals currently taking anticoagulant medications.
* Individuals with active skin infections.
* Individuals with a history of severe allergies.
* Individuals otherwise deemed unsuitable for facial acupuncture by the investigators.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.