Microcurrent course how many procedures

Greetings, my dear readers. I recently learned that to improve muscle tone you can do without Botox injections. With the help of a simple procedure, wrinkles will noticeably decrease and facial skin turgor will improve. Microcurrents for the face - what it is, I will tell you in detail today. I will describe the advantages, how the procedure is carried out in the salon and whether there is an analogue to professional devices for home use.

How does microcurrent therapy work?

From a certain age, the facial muscles are imbalanced. The fact is that with age, the muscles of the lower and upper third of the face spasm. As a result, we observe the phenomenon of gravitational ptosis and the appearance of horizontal wrinkles on the forehead. And the muscles of the middle third of the face, on the contrary, are in hypotonicity. As a result, the face loses its shape. Microcurrent therapy has been successfully used to stimulate and relax facial muscles.

This procedure has the following effects:

  1. Metabolic processes are normalized. Cells are saturated with nutrients and oxygen. The production of elastin and collagen increases, so the skin becomes elastic and wrinkles are smoothed out.
  2. Thanks to the outflow of lymph, dark circles and bags under the eyes are reduced.
  3. Microcurrents have an analgesic and regenerating effect, normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
  4. Muscle tone is restored, and this in turn provides an excellent lifting effect.

Some people wonder whether microcurrent therapy or myostimulation is better. During myostimulation, electric current is also used. But there is a different current strength and there is no effect at the cellular level. These are completely different procedures. Like, strictly speaking, disincrustation, lymphatic drainage or mesotherapy.

Microcurrent therapy is the effect of current on human soft tissues with low frequency and amplitude. This method combines the advantages of electromyostimulation and the effects of galvanic current on tissue. During the procedure, a very soft, gentle contraction of muscle tissue occurs.

Electric currents of ultra-low amplitude and frequency act directly on the cell membrane. The ion channels of the cell membrane are normalized. Thanks to this action, all biochemical processes are improved.

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Indications for the procedure

Microcurrent therapy has a wide range of applications. It is indicated for skin pigmentation, dark circles under the eyes, and swelling of the face. In addition, it is recommended to do it for age-related changes (wrinkles or sagging skin). It is also indicated for very dry and sensitive skin.

The most important thing that microcurrents provide is the improvement of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) synthesis in cells and the normalization of facial muscle tone

This procedure can also be used as a restorative therapy after laser resurfacing and peeling. It also helps reduce aesthetic defects - scars, post-acne, etc.

By the way, microcurrent therapy is done not only on the face. It is also performed on other parts of the body. So, fat deposits are removed from the hips and abdomen. They also reduce hair loss due to alopecia. In this case, the scalp is affected.

What are the benefits of microcurrent therapy?

This cosmetic procedure has many benefits:

  1. the effect is carried out directly on the cell membrane (due to this action, all biochemical processes are improved);
  2. no painful sensations;
  3. is not addictive;
  4. the achieved positive result lasts for a long time;
  5. after the procedure, the production of your own collagen and elastin increases;
  6. has no age restrictions;

In addition, this procedure is time-tested and, judging by reviews, is highly effective. After it, the skin does not need special restorative care. She already feels great - and this is reflected in her appearance.

While I was studying the material, I wanted to try this procedure myself. Once I complete the course of plasma lifting for post-acne, I will talk to my cosmetologist about a course of microcurrents. I’m already 34 and I notice that my cheeks are not so elastic, and the muscles on my chin seem to be tightened.

There is another significant advantage of microcurrents. It can be performed at any time of the year - spring, summer, autumn or winter. No time restrictions. It's great, isn't it?

Protocol for the salon procedure

In the salon, microcurrent therapy lasts about 45 minutes. It consists of influencing the skin and underlying tissues with two special electrodes - stationary and labile. One electrode slowly moves towards the other from bottom to top along the muscle (for example, in the neck area). Or they can move towards each other, providing a stimulating effect. The electrodes can also spread apart, providing a relaxing effect.

How does the microcurrent therapy procedure work:

  1. The procedure begins with a thorough make-up remover. Use the usual cleanser you have on hand.
  2. The next step is applying a special conductive gel. It is applied locally to the area being worked on. Otherwise, it dries out and its effectiveness decreases.
  3. Next is the microcurrent therapy procedure itself, which acts only on the epidermis and dermis. But also on the subcutaneous fat and muscle layer. During the procedure, the movements of the electrodes must correspond to the location of the muscles.
  4. When finished, you need to wash off the gels and apply a mask according to your skin type. If you have age-related changes, then apply a tightening mask.

The intensity of the electrode used in each specific case may vary slightly. When carrying out such procedures, the microcurrent pulse can range from 10 to 600 μA. The frequency is 0.1-300 Hz.

Watch the video in which the cosmetologist shows in detail the protocol for the microcurrent procedure.

Frequency of the procedure and its cost

How often to do the procedure and the repetition period is chosen by the cosmetologist, based on your skin type. Here I will give only the recommended number of procedures for the first course and the frequency of repetitions for prevention.

The number of sessions depends on the client’s age and skin condition. The effects of microcurrent therapy are slow. That is, they have a cumulative effect. Therefore, it is recommended to undergo a course of procedures, and then regularly maintain it - periodically do 1 procedure for prevention. Usually, most women notice that they look five years younger.

Below are general and approximate recommendations for frequency:

Age Number of first course procedures How often to carry out prophylaxis (1 procedure)
20 – 30 years 6 for the prevention of aging
30 – 35 years 6 once a week every 1.5-2 months
35 – 40 years 8-10 1-2 times a week every 1.5-2 months
40 – 50 years 10-12 1-2 times a week every 1 – 1.5 months
50 – 60 years 12-15 1-2 times a week every 1 – 1.5 months
60 and more 15-18 2 times a week every month

Microcurrents are great for better recovery after facelift surgery, treating blood congestion, scarring and numbness. Microcurrents are also used for rehabilitation after thread lifting.

The cost of microcurrent therapy in Moscow varies between 2000 - 2500 rubles. How long to do the procedure, of course, is decided by the cosmetologist. The duration of therapy can be 30-60 minutes depending on the chosen program.

The procedure is not cheap and requires regularity. I recommend looking at promotions in beauty salons on the Biglion or Groupon websites. Sometimes there are interesting offers from beauty salons.

Photos before and after

I think that the most reliable feedback on the effectiveness of this procedure will be photos before and after it. Compare them. Here you can see with the naked eye that professionally performed microcurrent therapy really works.

How to do the procedure at home

If the price of a procedure in a beauty salon seems too expensive to you, you can go a different route. Just buy the device and do the procedure yourself at home.

Of all those presented on the Internet, the most famous portable device for home use is the Bio Wave Gezatone m920. Essentially it acts like an electric massager with two ball electrodes. They are supplied with alternating electrical voltage.

The box contains the device itself + instruction manual. The device runs on 2 pinky batteries; they need to be purchased separately. There is power adjustment. The weight is small - with packaging only 170 grams.

With age, natural aging of the body occurs. One of the reasons for this process is metabolic disorders in the body and deterioration of microcirculation in blood vessels.



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Aging of the epidermis is accompanied by a change in the color of the facial tissue, the appearance of pigmentation, wrinkles in the eye area and bridge of the nose, and an increase in the depth of the nasolabial folds. The hardware procedure of microcurrent therapy solves these problems, rejuvenating a person’s face.

Cosmetic method of microcurrent therapy

The procedure is considered a common technique that successfully copes with the elimination of skin imperfections.

The secret of the effects of microcurrents is based on the painless effect on the facial tissue of current charges with a voltage of no higher than 14 volts, for a slight contraction of the facial muscles. This method affects the subcutaneous tissue, muscles, and blood vessels.



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Exists 2 directions in electrotherapy:

  1. MENS (Microcurrent Electrical Neuromuscular Stimulation - microcurrent neuromuscular electrical stimulation), which copes well with pain and acts on the neuromuscular structure of the epidermis;
  2. TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation - transcutaneous electrical stimulation of the nerves), acts on nerve tissue and represents a narrowly targeted mechanism of therapy aimed at pain relief.

The microcurrent procedure has different directions, the most famous of which are:

  1. microiontophoresis;
  2. microcurrent lifting;
  3. reprogramming of facial muscles;
  4. lymphatic drainage;
  5. disincrustation.

Lymphatic drainage is used to remove swelling. During desincrustation, the facial skin is cleansed at all levels, helping the sebaceous gland to push out excess secretions and subsequently close narrow pores on sensitive skin.

To restore the tone of facial muscles and provide their nutrition, reprogramming of facial muscles is used.

The most commonly used type of microcurrent is mesotherapy, which promotes skin rejuvenation, allowing you to relieve swelling and make scars and facial pores less visible. This procedure is also known as “biostimulation”.

Why do microcurrent facial massage?

The purpose of microcurrent massage of the skin is to influence fibroblasts. Their stimulation activates and improves skin elasticity, increases cell metabolism.



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This simple and effective method promotes rapid renewal of skin cells, enriching it with oxygen, saturating the subcutaneous tissue with minerals and trace elements, which allow you to improve and rejuvenate your appearance.

During the session, toxins and other negative substances are also removed from the facial tissue. With electrical impulses on the skin, the number of cells increases and damaged ones are restored.

The result of this process is muscle and nervous activity, leading to the smoothing of facial tissue, the disappearance of wrinkles and folds, smoothing out unevenness and tightening the facial contour.

Electrotherapy also has a significant effect on acne and seborrhea.
Another advantage of the procedure is that the nervous tissue does not become accustomed to microcurrent stimulation.

How long does the procedure take, is it painful?

Visible changes are visible after a full procedural course with periodic repetition of 8-12 sessions. The duration of one therapy depends on the problem with which the patient presented.

One session lasts about half an hour. Upon completion of the process, a moisturizing cream selected for the patient’s skin type is applied to the areas treated with current.

Current cosmetology is painless; only a very weak vibration can be felt. During the treatment, conductors-electrodes are used, which, when passing through the tissues, cause a slight tingling sensation. The method is convenient because there is no rehabilitation period, allowing you to maintain the effect of the procedure for a long time.

Scheme of carrying out (performing) the procedure

Before starting the procedure, you must remove all jewelry from your body. The patient is placed on the couch, having previously completely degreased and cleaned the epidermis.



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Depending on the problem and what task is being solved, the cosmetologist selects the required intensity when working with electrodes. The places of contact with the electrodes are lubricated with a certain gel to enhance the effect of electric currents, after which the effect of current pulses occurs. Usually the process begins from the frontal part. The session can be conducted in 2 ways.

The first method involves the cosmetologist making specific movements along the surface of the epidermis with electrodes. This method consists of 3 stages.

Stage 1 - Microcurrent normalization

The problem area is treated along the massage lines with currents from 40-140 µA. The dermis is enriched with the necessary elements and begins to produce enzymes and protein compounds.

Stage 2 – Microcurrent lymphatic drainage

Drainage consists of stimulating the epidermis by alternately contracting and relaxing the muscles. The epidermis is treated with a current of 80 to 300 μA. This helps remove decay products from the cells, both the middle and the surface parts. The electrodes move along the lymph outflow lines.

Stage 3 – Microcurrent lifting

This is the final part of electrotherapy, which allows you to regulate the effect of metabolism. It is used to calm tense fibers and normalize cellular activity.

The second method of microcurrent therapy is characterized by massage movements of the specialist’s hands, which are dressed in special gloves, with electrodes connected to them. The patient must hold another electrode in his hands.

After special cleansing, thermal masks are applied to the facial skin. A film is placed on top of the mask to increase the strength of the microcurrents. Microcurrents can be mobile, when the cosmetologist moves them from above over the skin, or attached to various parts of the face.

Therapy for the eye area

Hardware electric current is also used for eyelids.



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Over the years, the elasticity of the skin decreases as blood stagnates in the capillaries, disrupting the nutrition of cells. Skin that is losing elasticity slowly begins the process of “sliding.” The soft tissue of this area is displaced. As we age, the eyelids stretch. The main thing is to take action at the first signs of skin aging to prevent it from becoming deformed.

In this case, microcurrent therapy can come to the rescue, which can be compared to deep and restful sleep for 10-12 hours.
The light lifting effect is noticeable immediately after the first microcurrent therapy procedure. But to get better results, you need to complete a course of 6 to 10 procedures, which includes 1 session 1-2 times every 7 days.

Microcurrents for eyelids - what does it give?

By smoothing the face, they help reduce the signs of age on the eyelids.



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Microcurrents tighten and smooth out deformations and sagging eyelids.

Microcurrents for puffiness (bags) under the eyes

Bags under the eyes arise from the fact that the metabolic process is disrupted. As a result, the muscles lose their activity, which helps for the elasticity of the epidermis.



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The current procedure restores and normalizes blood circulation, reduces swelling and smoothes out fine wrinkles, allowing the face to regain a healthy appearance.

Microcurrents for rejuvenation, facelift

After 40 years, when the oval of the face gradually changes, doctors and cosmetologists advise using microcurrents for tightening. They strengthen the epidermis, restore collagen production in it, tighten the oval of the face and restore its elasticity.

The effect of microcurrents restores the tone of muscle fibers, improves blood circulation, stimulates lymph, and removes excess fluid. The use of microcurrents is often combined with serums and masks.

The result is refreshed skin with a blush and a tightened facial oval.

Assignment to the procedure

The lifting procedure allows you to heal and rejuvenate your face at the cellular level.



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One of the important differences is the absence of negative consequences.

Results after lifting:

  1. The regeneration of epidermal cells is enhanced.
  2. Protein synthesis is restored.
  3. The activity of the sweat and sebaceous glands increases.
  4. Pores and the number of blackheads are reduced.
  5. The epidermis is toned.
  6. Microcurrents for the face smooth out the oval of the face.
  7. Dark circles of the lower eyelids are reduced.
  8. Microcurrents prevent the appearance of wrinkles.

Contraindications

Before deciding to use microcurrent therapy, it is necessary to take into account a number of contraindications, which include:

  1. Pregnancy.
  2. Oncological diseases.
  3. Inflammatory diseases of the skin.
  4. Violation of heart activity.
  5. The presence of a pacemaker in the body.
  6. Varicose veins, thrombophlebitis.
  7. Nervous diseases, including epilepsy and cerebral palsy.
  8. The presence of metal structures in the body.
  9. Metal crowns on teeth.

Efficiency, reviews from cosmetologists

Doctor of the highest category, cosmetologist-dermatologist, DoctorPlastic clinic, Karpova Larisa Sergeevna:

“Microcurrents are an effective therapy. We use them as rehabilitation, after surgery, as lymphatic drainage, to remove swelling, since this procedure gives great results. Many clients, having gathered information from the Internet, expect unattainable results from us during one session, not knowing that they need to undergo an entire course of physiotherapy.”

Plastic surgeon at the Klinik-Elast clinic, Mikhail Viktorovich Kot:

“Microcurrent stimulation helps synthesize collagen and elastin, allowing you to eliminate excess fluid in the skin. I see from my patients that this procedure is essentially the most effective of all cosmetic means for facial rejuvenation, of course, except for plastic surgery.”

How many sessions do you need to see the effect?

The doctor first identifies the problem and then prescribes treatment. The result is often noticeable immediately after current stimulation. The microcurrent device has a wide selection of different operating modes. This allows for the depth of current penetration.

How often can you do it

1 course of microcurrent procedure is designed for 8-12 times. They are repeated every 3 days. The effectiveness of the result must be periodically consolidated every few months.

Facial procedure cost

The cost depends on the following reasons:

  1. the high cost of the apparatus used;
  2. prestige of the clinic;
  3. parts of the face where correction is needed;
  4. on the method and mode of microcurrent treatment.

If you only need eyelid correction, then the price policy can be halved.
The cost of 1 session in Moscow ranges between 450 - 3000 rubles. When paying for 8-12 procedures, clinics offer a discount of 20-30%.

Microcurrents for the face: results, before and after

By analyzing photographs before and after microcurrent therapy, as well as patient reviews available online, the effectiveness of microcurrent therapy becomes obvious.



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The processes of restoration of epidermal cells improve, blood circulation and lymph movement increase. Activating cells allows you to increase their division, which promotes the process of skin regeneration.

Videos about microcurrents for the face

What is microcurrent for the face:

Microcurrent facial massage:

Microcurrent therapy, which consists of the impact of weak pulsed currents of low frequency on the skin of the face and is a method of modern hardware cosmetology, is becoming increasingly popular every day due to its high effectiveness, absolute safety and the feeling of comfort experienced by patients.

By gently influencing cells, microcurrents activate metabolic processes occurring inside them, and also significantly improve blood microcirculation. Thanks to this effect, edematous tissues get rid of the stagnation of fluid accumulated in them, the nutrition of the skin improves, the penetration of beneficial substances included in the composition of applied cosmetics into them is facilitated, and a lifting effect is produced.

What is microcurrent therapy

Microcurrents, represented by weak pulsed currents of low (from 0.1 to 300 Hz) frequency, the characteristics of which are similar to electrical impulses of the human body, delicately - at the cellular level – affect the human body, significantly improving blood microcirculation and accelerating metabolism.
Microcurrents have a beneficial effect on all dermal layers of the skin, blood vessels, muscle tissue and subcutaneous fat. as a result:

  1. The electrical charge of cell membranes is normalized, promoting the activation of intracellular biochemical processes, accelerating recovery processes, improving the functioning of fibroblasts and renewing skin cells.
  2. The tone and elasticity of the facial muscles increases.
  3. Blood circulation and the functioning of all blood vessels are significantly improved.
  4. Skin cells are saturated with oxygen, giving the face smoothness and attractiveness.

Video about the action of microcurrent therapy

Microcurrent facial therapy procedures are carried out using devices that generate pulsed currents, the voltage of which ranges from 11 to 14 V.

The design of the electrodes in the devices is quite diverse. They can be:

  1. round;
  2. conical;
  3. stationary;
  4. with replaceable attachments in the form of disposable cotton swabs;
  5. made in the form of special gloves.

Microcurrent therapy devices have nothing in common with myostimulators, which affect muscles using direct current with a force of over 1 mA. Microcurrents, which have variable frequencies and strengths ranging from 10-600 μA, affect not the muscles, but the tissues of nerves and subcutaneous fat, blood vessels, and skin cells (from the epidermis to the dermis).

Due to the insignificance of alternating current parameters, microcurrent therapy procedures cannot cause addiction, as a result of which each session is perceived by the body as a new healing effect.

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How is the procedure performed?

Before starting microcurrent therapy sessions, a qualified specialist must make an accurate diagnosis, while simultaneously identifying the presence of contraindications to its implementation.

Only after making sure that there are no contraindications, the cosmetologist either begins to select a microcurrent program or draws up an individual treatment plan for the patient.

For example, if the reason for going to the salon is aging facial skin, the doctor first determines its type. The deforming type of aging is an indication that facial muscles are exposed to the main effects of microcurrents. The menopausal type of aging requires the use of a lymphatic drainage effect, and the fine-wrinkled type requires an active effect on the epidermal layers of the skin.

Microcurrent therapy sessions are carried out using specialized devices that deliver electrical impulses to the surface of the skin through electrodes, the shape of which depends on the area of ​​influence and the area of ​​the surface being treated.

In some devices, the role of electrodes is played by conductive gloves. Having put them on, the specialist massages problematic parts of the body. Thanks to the weak current flowing through the gloves, the therapeutic effect of the massage is enhanced many times over.

To create a contact environment that improves the conductivity of the skin, cosmetologists use liquid cosmetics with active ingredients, polarized water or conductive gels.

Given the poor conductivity of oil media, specialists do not use them in microcurrent therapy sessions. To prevent the patient from experiencing discomfort during the procedure due to drying out of the contact medium, the electrodes are periodically moistened.

The effect of microcurrents on the skin is carried out in one of two ways:

  1. The “stable technique” involves fixing electrodes at certain points on the skin.
  2. The “labile technique” consists of constantly moving conductive electrodes over the entire surface of the problem area.

Each microcurrent therapy session follows the following scenario:

  1. First, remove facial makeup and cleanse the skin.
  2. A conductive gel is applied to the skin of the problem area.
  3. The skin is exposed to electrical impulses using conductor attachments. Thanks to this effect, lymphatic drainage of the skin and restoration of the tone of the facial muscles are carried out.
  4. The remaining conductive agents are blotted with a special napkin, after which the patient is washed with warm water.
  5. A cream or a special mask is applied to the face (depending on the tasks being solved).

The duration of the session is from half an hour to 45 minutes. All this time, the patient, relaxed as much as possible, lies on a comfortable table or in a special chair. As a rule, after the procedure he feels energetic and well rested.

Video: how microcurrent therapy is performed

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When the effect is visible

The result of exposure to electrical impulses is noticeable after the first session of microcurrent therapy. The resulting effect lasts for about a week. To obtain a longer-lasting result, a course of health or therapeutic procedures is required.

How often to do it and at what age

Microcurrent therapy can be used on patients of any age. Middle-aged women resort to it as a means of preventing aging. Experienced cosmetologists believe that health procedures using microcurrents should be started from the age of twenty-five.

  1. To maintain the freshness of young skin, one preventive course per year is enough.
  2. Beauties who have crossed the threshold of their thirties will need two courses of such procedures within a year.
  3. To maintain the effect obtained, you need to visit a cosmetologist’s office at least once or twice a month.

How many procedures are required per course?

The minimum duration of a course of microcurrent therapy is 10, the maximum is 15 procedures: it depends on the condition of the skin, the age of the patient, and the nature of the problems being solved. In each specific case, treatment tactics are developed by a cosmetologist after a conversation with the patient and a thorough analysis of the above factors.

Indications and contraindications

Microcurrent therapy procedures are indicated if:

  1. acne (acne) and rosacea;
  2. atonic facial muscles;
  3. dermatosis and atopic dermatitis;
  4. facial wrinkles;
  5. low skin turgor;
  6. pigmentation and sallow complexion;
  7. increased muscle tone;
  8. persistent damage to skin blood vessels – rosacea;
  9. postpartum stretch marks and scars left after acne;
  10. aging and very dry skin (microcurrent therapy promotes deep hydration of the skin);
  11. severe swelling of the face (it is possible to get rid of swelling due to improved lymphatic drainage);
  12. hair loss;
  13. saggy cheeks and chin (so-called “jowls”).

Microcurrent therapy is the only hardware technique that can be used to prepare the body and face for plastic surgery and more effectively undergo the rehabilitation period after it. The ability of microcurrents to tighten flabby and weakened muscles allows them to be used for lifting (tightening) and improving the contours of the face and the entire body.

With the help of microcurrents, you can speed up the healing of fractures and wounds, reduce the appearance of cellulite and even reduce the pain that accompanies radiculitis, herniated intervertebral discs and inflammation of diarthrosis. Microcurrent therapy sessions precede hair transplant operations. Given their excellent calming effect, they are recommended for patients suffering from neuroses.

Microcurrent treatment is compatible with a number of popular cosmetic procedures: oxygen therapy, microdermabrasion, mesotherapy and all kinds of massages, and when using cosmetics, their absorption is significantly improved.

However, the use of microcurrents is not for everyone. Microcurrent therapy sessions should be avoided:

  1. pregnant women and nursing mothers;
  2. patients with individual intolerance to microcurrents;
  3. cancer patients;
  4. with severe thrombophlebitis;
  5. owners of benign neoplasms;
  6. people who have recently suffered a stroke or myocardial infarction;
  7. patients suffering from seizures (especially epilepsy);
  8. in the presence of severe diseases of internal organs;
  9. owners of any metal implants (such as pacemakers, gold threads and pins in the bones);
  10. girls who have recently undergone chemical (acid) facial peeling;
  11. when the integrity of the skin is violated;
  12. people with mental illness;
  13. persons suffering from drug addiction or chronic alcoholism.

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Side effects

Microwave therapy sessions may be accompanied by:

  1. metallic taste in the mouth;
  2. bright flashes in the eyes (arising when microcurrents are applied to the area of ​​the upper eyelids, they do not pose any danger to vision);
  3. slight tingling and tingling in the area of ​​contact of the skin with the electrodes of the device (this effect should be considered a normal reaction of the body to the action of microcurrents);
  4. allergic reaction to cosmetic preparations used for procedures.

Algorithm of actions when performing home sessions almost identical to the one adopted in beauty salons, it consists of the following steps:

  1. facial skin cleansing;
  2. applying conductive gel;
  3. exposure of the skin to the electrodes of a home device (all actions must strictly comply with the manufacturer’s instructions);
  4. washing and applying nourishing cosmetics.

The duration of the course of home procedures, performed at least five times a week, can range from 20 to 30 sessions.
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Devices used

The range of devices designed for performing microcurrent therapy at home is incredibly diverse. Received a huge number of positive reviews devices from the French company Gesaton.

  1. The Gezaton Beauty Iris m708 device can operate in three modes: microcurrent therapy, galvanic currents and wrinkle correction. With the help of microcurrents you can refresh your complexion and get rid of swelling. Galvanic currents are designed to perform iontophoresis, lifting and skin cleansing procedures. The wrinkle correction mode allows you to restore elasticity to aging skin. The device is intended for beauties aged 30-35 years.
  2. The Gezaton Ionik-Ultratonic m365 device has more modest capabilities, allowing its owners to perform galvanic and microcurrent therapy sessions. The device, distinguished by its compact size, helps to carry out iontophoresis, make the skin smooth and radiant, and the muscles strong and flexible.
  3. The Gezaton Bio Wave m920 device is designed to strengthen the facial muscles and improve skin tone. Perfectly coping with the manifestations of muscle aging, this miniature device can be taken on the road.
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Video story about microcurrents and the devices used

Price

Because the the cost of one session of microcurrent therapy ranges from 1200 to 1500 rubles, it is not difficult to calculate that the minimum course of procedures will cost a client of a beauty salon 12,000-15,000 rubles.

Reviews

Maria.
I became acquainted with microcurrent therapy quite recently: the first course will soon end, but now I can say that the results pleased me. My aging skin began to look more tightened after the first session. After the fifth, I noticed that the oval of the face acquired more beautiful and clear contours. I think that I will not part with this technique for many years to come.

Valeria.
To solve the problem of acne and not overpay huge sums to specialists in beauty salons, I bought a special device intended for household use. With its help, I was able to normalize the oiliness of my skin, simultaneously getting rid of annoying acne and gaping pores.

Natalya, cosmetologist.
As a specialist in the field of microcurrent therapy, I often get asked questions about why treatment results vary so much from one patient to another. The answer lies in the uniqueness of each human body. In addition, the nature of the problems being solved largely affects the speed of obtaining results.
The fastest and most noticeable effect is the procedure aimed at improving the drainage of swollen facial tissues. But eliminating deep wrinkles or old scars is a task that requires long-term and complex action using active skin care products.

Before deciding on microcurrent treatment (especially at home), you need to consult a professional cosmetologist, devoting him to all the intricacies of health problems. Having weighed the information received and analyzed the condition of the skin, he will suggest tactics for the health-improving or therapeutic effects of microcurrents.
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