Microcurrent therapy is a non-invasive, painless, cosmetic treatment that involves the use of low-level electrical currents to stimulate facial muscles. The purpose is to improve skin tone, reduce wrinkles, and rejuvenate the skin.
The answer: Yeah, microcurrent kind of is MAGICAL. Let's do a quick breakdown of the ways it is amazing.
Microcurrent therapy is a non-invasive, painless, cosmetic treatment that involves the use of low-level electrical currents to stimulate facial muscles. The purpose is to improve skin tone, reduce wrinkles, and rejuvenate the skin. Here's how it works and what it does to the skin:
1. **Muscle Stimulation**: Microcurrent therapy targets the muscles beneath the skin. The electrical currents are delivered through specially designed probes or pads placed on specific areas of the face. These currents mimic the body's natural electrical impulses, which stimulate the muscles. This stimulation helps to tone and lift the muscles, similar to how exercise works for the body.
2. **Increased ATP Production**: Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) is the energy currency of our cells. Microcurrent therapy has been shown to increase ATP production in the skin cells. This boost in energy helps to enhance cellular metabolism and repair processes, leading to improved overall skin health.
3. **Improved Circulation**: Microcurrent therapy also promotes better blood circulation throughout your face. Improved circulation means more oxygen and nutrients are delivered to the skin cells, while waste products are efficiently removed. This enhanced circulation contributes to a healthier complexion and a more youthful appearance.
4. **Collagen and Elastin Production**: Microcurrent therapy stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, two proteins crucial for maintaining skin elasticity and firmness. As we age, the production of these proteins slows down, leading to sagging and wrinkles. By encouraging collagen and elastin synthesis, microcurrent therapy helps to minimize the signs of aging and promote a smoother, more youthful-looking complexion.
5. **Reduction of Fine Lines and Wrinkles**: Through muscle toning, increased ATP production, improved circulation, and collagen stimulation, microcurrent therapy can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The tightening and lifting effect of the muscles, combined with enhanced skin hydration and elasticity, lead to smoother, firmer skin texture over time.
Results are cumulative over time and I generally recommend my clients to use their home devices 4 times a week for 5-12 mins per session. Not all microcurrent devices are great though. Like all good things, there are many knockoffs or devices that use currents which are too strong.
We sell a very well tested and industry trusted device. It is fool proof! You can use an app as well that guides you on the best usage for your specific concerns, like jowls.
Additionally, in clinic, we use a professional grade microcurrent device which treats the full face at once, with total comfort. This is part of our WRINKLE BLASTER treatment and our HEALING & RESTORATION treatment.