Providing curated holistic treatments & tools so you can glow from within

Cosmetic Acupuncture | Lymphatic Drainage Massage | Women's Health & Hormones | Buccal Facial Massage | Nervous System

ABOUT ACU GLOW®

Rated best in Calgary, Acu Glow is a boutique wellness studio where we understand that health is the highest form of wealth.

We provide effective holistic solutions for mind, body & skin wellbeing using ancient healing techniques.

From Cosmetic Acupuncture to Lymphatic Drainage to Women's Health & Hormones, our team seeks to craft individualized treatments to help you glow from within!

MEET THE TEAM
  • Cosmetic acupuncture

    Cosmetic acupuncture is an all natural, non-toxic, minimally invasive procedure to make the skin glow from the inside out.

    Side effects may include: glowing skin, reduced fine lines & wrinkles, reduced acne & improved texture

  • Lymphatic Drainage Massage

    A unique blend of body and/or face work designed to detoxify your body, boost your immunity, improve your digestion, combat cellulite and sculpt your silhouette by eliminating toxins & excess water weight. Prepare to embrace a new level of wellness & detoxification!

    Lymphatic Drainage 
  • Traditional acupuncture

    Acupuncture is a powerful solution for mental & physical well-being. We use thin needles to stimulate the body's healing response to shift from sympathetic (fight or flight) into parasympathetic (rest & digest)- the only place your body can truly begin to heal.

  • Buccal Facial Massage

    This treatment combines intra-oral facial massage & manual lymphatic drainage techniques to target facial muscles from the inside out. Strengthen, lengthen, snatch & relax during this treatment.

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  • Traditional Massage

    Move energy in the body, work on postural abnormalities, alleviate pain & relax with a head-to-toe full body massage. Our registered massage therapist offers deep tissue, relaxation, trigger point release & pre/post natal massages.

    Massage 
  • Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna

    Detoxification

    Heart Health

    Weight Loss

    Immunity

    Muscle repair

    Relaxation

THE WELLNESS SHOPPE

CUSTOM GUA SHA TOOL

The bian gua sha tool was custom designed by Stacy, with the intention of intersecting full body beauty & wellness. Stacy's method is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine with formal training on the lymphatic system. Each curve of this is stone intended to hug your skin for a personalized gua sha ritual

SHOP
  • BIAN

    The original healing stone used in Traditional Chinese Medicine known for antioxidant & antiaging effects on our DNA & cells

    ~Cleanse & balance energy

  • ROSE QUARTZ

    Known for soothing effects by warming up to the temperature of the skin. It is said that Cleopatra placed pieces of rose quartz in her bath tub for it's natural healing abilities

    ~Love, confidence, harmony

  • OPAL

    Known for firming, lifting & immune boosting benefits in ancient medicine

    ~Independence, creativity, spontaneity

  • JADE

    Known for it's cooling properties which is great for red, inflamed & acne prone skin

    ~Calmness, balance, positivity

Self care begins here

FAQs

Does acupuncture hurt

It is often the case that patients don't even feel the needles! Acu needles are extremely thin & entirely different than the ones given for injections or drawing blood. While everybody has different levels of sensitivity, acupuncture is virtually painless.

Once the needles have been inserted, you may feel a warm, tingling, heavy, or achy sensation. This is referred to as 'De Qi', and is a positive sign that the body & needles are interacting. The sensation is mild & patients often fall into a deep sense of relaxation (also referred to as an acu-nap).

How does cosmetic acupuncture work?

Cosmetic acupuncture works by creating micro traumas in the skin barrier to stimulate the body's natural healing response. These 3 things happen:

1. Collagen & elastin- Will be sent to the sight of the microtrauma to heal. Collagen is what makes the skin maintain it's youthfulness & elasticity.

2. White blood cells-Known to kill bacteria such as acne.

3. Red blood cells- Deliver oxygen, nutrients & improve circulation. This helps move stagnation & blockages giving your skin that youthful & buoyant glow

As we age, our facial muscles begin to atrophy & our collagen levels deplete causing sagging skin, fine lines & wrinkles. While this is an inevitable part of aging, cosmetic acupuncture supports theses changes by preserving collagen levels, increasing blood flow & and enhancing immune cells to strengthen the skin barrier.

Skin concerns (acne, pre-mature aging, dry skin, etc) happen due to internal imbalances that are also addressed during cosmetic acupuncture by inserting needles on specific points of the entire body.

How long until I see/feel results?

"One treatment is a treat, 4+ is a treatment"

You will notice brighter, glowing skin & a sculpted look in 1-2 sessions & more significant acne & antiaging results in 4-8 sessions.

Acupuncture is like going to the gym; it has a cumulative effect. You will feel amazing after just one session, but the real healing results you're looking are created with appointment consistency & lifestyle recommendations. Each treatment plan will differ according to your current state of health & goals of care.

Together we will create a treatment plan & maintenance plan that best serves you.

I know someone who said acupuncture doesn't work, will it work for me?

Typically, those who have tried acupuncture & claim it doesn't work have only tried it 1-2 times & spaced out over long periods of time. Imbalances don't develop overnight and neither does natural healing. At Acu Glow, we partner with our patients to take an active & empowering role in their healing journey.

Acupuncture is medicine. Just like your doctor prescribes medicine & how often you take it, acupuncture must also be dosed properly.

What is lymphatic drainage?

The lymphatic system is one of the most important yet underrated systems we have in our body. It is known for fighting infections, boosting immunity, draining fluid accumulation, improving energy and clearing the skin.

If you experience symptoms like bloating, constipation, sluggish energy, acne, swelling, irritability or brain fog; it can be a sign that your body is struggling to manage excess fluid retention and inflammation.

By integrating professional treatments such as regular lymphatic drainage massages and lifestyle changes (sauna, elevating your legs, proper hydration, etc), you can make incredible progress in supporting your lymphatic system & overall well-being.

What is LED light therapy?

Initially discovered by NASA, red light therapy increases ATP production in the cells (energy) which increases fibroblast cell activity. This is responsible for collagen & elastin production.

Blue light has shorter wavelengths & works superficially in the skin which makes it excellent for killing surface level bacteria (acne) & reducing oil production that causes the breakouts.

LED light therapy combined with cosmetic acupuncture is a powerful & natural solution for glowing & healthy skin.

Do you offer direct billing?

  •  We offer direct billing to all major insurance providers. Please note that while we love to offer direct billing, it is not guaranteed as each insurance plan is different and self submission may be required.
  • If insurance coverage is important to you, it is always best to check with your insurance provider to ensure you have acupuncture or massage benefits included in your plan prior to your visit. If you are concerned about how much will be covered, please call your insurance provider and they will be able to tell you how much coverage you will receive per visit.
  • Please note*** If your insurance provider says they pay a certain percentage, this IS NOT of the total cost of your treatment at Acu Glow, it is the percentage of a cap that provider has predetermined according to your personal work plan. (Ex. Your policy says it pays 80%. This IS NOT 80% coverage of your selected treatment at Acu Glow. It is 80% of the cap that your insurance provider has). If insurance coverage is important to you, please contact your provider directly to understand the accurate amount that they will pay up to. 

What is your cancellation policy?

We understand life happens & things come up. Please allow 24 hours notice when cancelling or changing your appointment. No shows and cancellations within 3 hours of your appointment slot are subject to 100% of the appointment booked and cancellations less than 24 hours' will be subject to 50% of the appointment booked.

Your appointment slot is reserved just for you. As a small business, we must uphold our cancellation policies in order to keep our doors open. Missed appointments and late cancelations prevent us from the opportunity to fill your spot and accommodate other clients in need.