General News
2 June, 2026
Cosmetic treatment with needles
REGISTERED acupuncturist Agnes Kim has been servicing the Cassowary coast for 17 years and is now joined by Ashini Perera, also a registered acupuncturist.
She is excited to be offering a new treatment – cosmetic acupuncture at Wellness Spot Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.
Ms Perera says cosmetic acupuncture, also known as facial rejuvenation, is a safe and gentle natural anti-aging practice to enhance beauty and wellbeing.
“It is a constitutional treatment which also addresses the health of the whole body,” she says.
“The treatment can soften wrinkles, lift sagging, increase firmness and tone and increase brightness.
“Very fine specialised needles are inserted using specific techniques to stimulate production of collagen and elastin.
“When the face is needled we believe it promotes the body’s Qi (life energy) and blood circulation and carries nutrients to the facial cells.
“We are excited by this new treatment and will also continue with our usual services in traditional and laser acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and cupping therapy.”
About the acupuncturists
Agnes Kim has a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She has been in practice since 2007 and serving the Cassowary Cost in Tully and Innisfail since 2009.
She has experience in treating pain relief all kinds.
She practices Master Tung acupuncture which can create change effectively and quickly. Her other interests include women’s health, digestive issues and stress relief. She has a gentle technique and offers a choice of treatment for best results.
Agnes incorporates modern techniques such as photo biomodulation (cold laser therapy). This is a painless treatment and wonderful for children and needle phobic people.
She also practices cupping therapy and is a Chinese herbalist and finds this multilayered healing approach is most successful.
Chinese herbal consultations can be over the phone by appointment as well as in person.
She is excited to be back to work after maternity leave and looking forward to helping you be your best self.
Ashini Perera is a dedicated acupuncturist who has honed her skills in thriving, high-demand clinics across Melbourne.
She is now bringing her expertise to the Cassowary Coast, offering personalised care to the community.
With a Bachelor of Health Science in Acupuncture Therapies and advanced training in fertility and cosmetic acupuncture, Ashini combines strong clinical knowledge with a gentle, patient-centred approach.
She has a special interest in women’s health, fertility, dermatology, pain management, and mental wellbeing. Ashini also enjoys incorporating cupping therapy into her treatments.
Her practice works with the body as a whole and focusing on identifying and addressing the root cause of health concerns.
Ashini is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, heard and empowered on your health journey.
Away from the clinic, she loves to travel, read, and make art. After visiting the Cassowary Coast on holiday in 2022, she felt a strong connection to the area and has wanted to return ever since. Relocating here is a true full-circle moment.
Please call 0474 531 775 for any enquiries.
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