Much more than any worldly luxury, what we don’t wanna lose is ‘OUR YOUTH’ ! WE do love our self and want unending glow and lustre in our skin. But, even though unwanted the years just slip by, leaving us wondering at our age……
What we realize is that its not only a chronological fact, in its practical sense we keep loosing our ‘younger self!’ Our skin of course conveys it all. Everyone, especially women want their skin not facing deterioration as a result of fleeting time. But the skin is destined to gradually lose its lusture, firmness and glow owing to aging. The responsible proteins and connective tissues in the skin get deteriorated causing aging!
There are lots of methods to renew and rebuild elasticity and firmness in the skin: One of them being by using MICROCURRENT.
Searching for creams that promise to provide you a’natural’ or ‘instant’ face lift might have provided temporary results or completely failed your expectations. The good news is, that you don’t need to whine as face lift is possible very economically and safely and that too AT HOME!
First of all, let’s make ourselves aware about what actually micro current is?
Micro current is a low level of electrical current that mimics the body’s own natural current. We have electrical charges pulsating throughout our bodies. This low level of electrical current (500 microamperes) works in harmony with the body’s natural healing processes.
Microcurrent devices are those that output therapeutic currents regulated in the millionth of an amp, or microcurrent, range. The success and popularity of microcurrent electro-therapies are based on a history of superior patient responses, compared with conventional milliamp devices. This is due to the fact that most of the human body’s innate electrical activity occurs in the pico (trillionths) and nano (billionths) of an amp range, and in some cases reaches the microamp range.
So, be it a non surgical face lift. cheek lift, neck lift or in its entirety a ‘quick lift’, the solution lies in using therapeutic microcurrent!
What is Bell’s Palsy?
Microcurrent techniques have shown success in treating a variety of medical conditions including Bell’s Palsy. Bell’s Palsy is facial paralysis. It usually effects the face. The cause is unknown, of one of the facial nerves may cause paralysis in the facial muscles! So, using microcurrent for effective stimulation of nerves and massage of muscles is an old trick.
The science behind facial toning with microcurrent!
To understand that, we first need to understand what causes our facial skin to wrinkle and sag. As we age, our muscles become accustomed to certain expressions and tend to “stick” in these positions. A great example of this is the furrow between the eyebrows that many people get. At the same time, other muscles in our face are hardly ever used, and they begin to atrophy, which leads to sagging. An example of this can often be seen around our jaw lines, chins and necks where we tend to develop sagging or loss of definition as we get older.
Microcurrent facial toning machines sends safe, painless impulses to the muscles in your face that help overly-tightened muscles to relax and helps under worked muscles to regain strength. In essence, microcurrent facial toning “re-educates” the facial muscles and restores them back almost to their original shape.
When this happens the visible results are quite dramatic and the face is lifted, firmed and toned back to a much more youthful appearance. At the same time, the microcurrents improve circulation to your face which stimulates production of collagen, improves tone and texture, and improves or eliminates fine lines.
Research based evidence:
- In 1982, researcher Ngok Cheng, MD, at the Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium, led a study that provided hard evidence of micro current’s role in cellular vitality by proving that micro current increased levels of ATP—the fuel a cell needs to function—in lab-rat skin cells by 500 percent.
- Also the ‘Life science Journal’ in a study says : Micro current, recovers facial wrinkles, this recovery was better in the frontal area comparing the nose and mouth. Also comparing the scores of photos, immediately after treatment and one month later shows that not only the effect of treatment has been stable but also the started recovery procedure has been continued after treatment. Treatment satisfaction among patients was over 70%.
Besides the fact that it really works, one of the things that makes microcurrent facial toning so popular is that most people see visible results after just a single treatment. This gives “instant gratification” which is seen so rarely as a result of other anti-aging products or techniques. In fact, the results are so noticeable that if you only treat half your face one time you can see a visible difference between the half you treated and the half you didn’t.
It is differnt from botox!
There are over 30 muscles in the face, and micro current can be used to stimulate the muscles. There is no muscle contraction. The muscle is woken up! Whereas, Botox inhibits the muscle movements that cause expression lines. Microcurrent facial toning is cumulative as well, which means that the more treatments you have, the more improvement you will see in your face.
Is it safe?
Microcurrent can typically feel a little tingly or prickly. This will vary greatly depending on the individual’s level of sensitivity.Cosmetic micro current treatment is considered a safe and gentle therapeutic approach to skin rejuvenation however the following precautions should always be taken:
- Do not use if you are pregnant
- Do not use if you have a cardiac pacemaker or history of heart disease
- Do not use if you have been diagnosed with cancer or tumors
- Do not use if you have implanted defibrillators/stimulators or other devices
While buying any microcurrent facial device, be careful while reading the guidelines and abide by the directions mentioned. Use according to the recommended methodology and abide by the safety guidelines.
BENEFITS of a MICROCURRENT FACIAL:
Although micro current facials are known to produce an immediate and temporary rejuvenating effect, continued daily application will provide more cumulative long-term, lasting results!
- Improves facial and neck muscle tone
- Lifts jowls and eyebrows
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Reduces puffiness
- Evens out skin tone and smoothes texture
- Improves facial circulation
- Aids in skin exfoliation
- Encourages lymphatic drainage
- Increases product penetration
- Acts as a sun damage treatment
- Reduces cellulite
- Enhances the body’s natural collagen and elastin production
- Re-hydrates skin
- Increase cellular metabolism (ATP)
- Tightens enlarged pores
Does it provide lasting results?
Micro current facials can be done at any time before a special event, but to enjoy the long term rejuvenating results, treatments at regular intervals are recommended. Getting a regular microcurrent facials done at spas and clinics might incur hefty costs, so choose user friendly device that can be used at home end enjoy its benefits with ease.
How is it actually implemented? Is it easy to do it at home?
A microcurrent facelift treatment is given with either a two solid stainless steel wands that are gently glided across the face and positioned in precise points on the face to achieve maximum results or in other machines with a type of two tipped devise that has cotton balls attached to each end. In overall reviews, the microcurrent machine with the two solid stainless steel wands is preferred, since it delivers better coverage of the entire facial area, the neck and the décolleté area.
This gentle electrical current actually mimics the body’s own electrical current, which provides stimulation throughout the entire body. It provides a natural overall glow to the skin, along with a tightening and toning that takes place in only one hour. It is an easy procedure where you only have to bear a little bit of tingling sensation on your skin. Most of the devices are user friendly and safe, so you don’t need to worry. It is true that you can get spa like results AT HOME!
We have listed for you some of the ‘best’ face lifting machines that can be used at home!
1. Project E Beauty Galvanic Device
The Project E galvanic is one of the best facial machines available in the market that use galvanized probes for much better conduction of microcurrent and uptake of nutrition molecules that are applied to our skin. It is a very efficient device that will send moicrocurrent sensations through the skin to stimulate cells to produce more elastin and collagen, causing firmness in skin.
The most striking feature is that, it requires minimal skill for its use which means that it can be used at home by just anyone, without any sort of fear or concerns.!
Highlights:
- Delivers controlled and accurate volatege
- The device causes physical vibrations to cleanse the skin. Positive and negative ions emitted from the device have dual action of cleansing pores an helping uptke nad absorption of nutrients respectively. This helps in complete skin rejuvenation. The result is a ‘perfect lift’ with glow.
- Uses ‘ionotherapy’ for optimal results.
- Comes with a roller head for face or neck areas and a ball probe for eye and nose regions
- For best results it has to be used with Duplex E collagen ion gel that has to be used with the product (has to be purchased separately)
- Very portable
- It is light in weight
- It allows to adjust the intensity levels through a power control unit
- Rechargeable so can be used cordlessly
- Backed by a 30 day refund policy
- Provided with a full year warranty
USAGE: Can be used 4 to 5 times a week for sessions of ten minutes. The correct way for using it and the movements etc ahev been clearly defined in the instruction manual.
Includes:
- Main unit
- Galvanic roller head and bipollar head
- 110 V to 220 v adaptor
- Detailed english manual
Bottomline: The product is from a trusted manufacturer. It is a must buy if you’re looking for one of the best and economical micro current device.
2. Skin care experts microcurrent face lift machine
The Skin Care microcurrent face lift device is yet another promising product that guarantees visible and quick results. It consists of two facial probes that have to be moved on the facial skin according to the directed pattern to impart you a wribkle free and lifted skin using the micro current technology.
Highlights:
- Stimulates skin cells to provide an evenly toned skin.
- The device can be specifically used on the face and neck areas, while it can also be used on upper arms and can also be effective for removing cellulite.
- Provides steady voltage and current supply.
- Provide user friendly settings, such that it can comly with needs and skin sensitivity.
- Rechargeable and bettary operatde device so can be used cordlessly.
- Auto shut off after 10 minutes.
- The device has to be used with gel or moisturizer. (they do not provide it, you have to buy one for yourself)
- Claims to provide results in about a month (around 28 days).
- Comes with one year manufacturer’s warranty.
USAGE: Can be used for 15 to 20 minute sessions on a daily basis to get maximum results.
Includes:
- Main unit
- Two pronged attachment head
- Adapter
- Instructions manual
Bottomline: A very popular device, for it provides extremly good results. You can vest your trust in it since it is high on customer satisfaction.
3. NuFACE Trinity Facial Trainer Kit
The NuFACE Trinity is a revolutionary device designed with a smart skin sensor and interchangeable attachments to bring a variety of anti aging treatments, which can be easily done at home.The micro current NuFACE Facial Trainer attachment works from the inside out to stimulate your skin using gentle micro currents (or soft waves) to provide an instantly visible lift and help provide facial strength and tone.
NuFace has a long history of working with micro-current technology. The founder Carol Cole has been working with this type of technology for over 30 years.
NuFace Trinity is the only microcurrent devices FDA-cleared for facial stimulation
Highlights:
- Natural, non-invasive facial-lift using microcurrent technology
- Decreases perioral, periorbital, and forehead wrinkles.
- Improves skin texture and elasticity.
- Delivers healthy, noticeably younger-looking skin.
- Easy to use
- Rechargeable so can be usd cordlessly
- The NuFACE Trinity is an FDA-cleared device.
- 1 year warranty
- Clinically tested (clinicall trials and testimonials have been cited by the manufacturesr’s on ther website)
- A generous 60 days money back guarantee
- 1 year warranty
USAGE: It can be used everyday for as little as five minutes. (fast and effective)
Includes
- Nu face Trinity facial device
- Nu face facial trainer attachment
- Gel primer
- Charging cradle with power adapter
Nu face is a good tool that is user friendly. It comes with no hassles, and can provide desired results by using it for some minutes!
Bottomline: A very high quality and ‘trustworthy device’. Its efficiency is proven by a high number of positive feedbacks. Slightly expensive but worth buying for it has been found to be true to all its claims.
USING BOTH MICROCURRENT AND LIGHT THERAPY !
One of the most exciting and effective innovations in microcurrent technology in recent years is the combination of microcurrent with simultaneous color light therapy. Microcurrents are usually applied in the low frequency range that effectively targets pain relief and healing of the muscles, fascia, nerves and tendons of the physical body. And….. Wavelengths of the visible light spectrum (ranging from violet at 400 nm up to red at 700 nm) have been shown to activate cellular healing responses, improve organ and glandular health and help with healing of emotional imbalances. Color light therapy is also recognized for its great value in promoting rejuvenation and anti-aging benefits, with many benefits over microcurrent alone.
The Nu face is one such device that offers both these benefits under one umbrella!
NuFACE Trinity® Wrinkle Reducer (red & infrared LED attachment) :
The Nu face trinity wrinkle reducer, uses LED light attachment to reduce fine lines and wrinkles all over your face! This photo facial, claims to give you instant results. You can use the wrinkle reducer attachment with your Nu Face trinity device to make it a COMPLETE beauty kit for yourslef!
The wrinkle reducer attachment uses Red & Infrared Light for Collagen Production & Elimination of Fine Lines & Wrinkles
–(620 nm to 700 nm) Red light has the unique ability to penetrate deeply into the skin, where it can stimulate collagen production, rejuvenate the face, encourage cellular repair, and boost the circulation to the face so that the complexion appears more youthful and vibrant. Red light photo facials are used for reducing scarring, wrinkles, deep lines, and evening out the skin tone.
Begin with a clean face, press the Trinity LED Wrinkle Reducer gently against the face to activate the light treatment. Hold the device to the area of concern for three minutes. When the device emits a soft tone, move to the next area.
To realize both the benefits, of facial toning and wrinkle reduction, you will need to buy the Wrinkle reducing attachment along with the Nu face Trinity facial toning device.
References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microcurrent_electrical_neuromuscular_stimulator
https://edition.cnn.com/2017/05/26/health/microcurrent-facial-explainer/index.html
https://www.livestrong.com/article/75704-microcurrent-facials/
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/neurosurgery/for-patients/conditions/bells-palsy.aspx
https://www.mynuface.com/products/trinity
https://nose-blackheads.com/best-microcurrent-face-lift-machine-review/
