Microcurrent facial skin therapy

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

For the sake of rejuvenation, improving the condition of the epidermis and reducing age spots, girls are ready to go to great lengths, but often the solution to these problems is nearby and does not require any sacrifices. We invite you to consider what microcurrent facial therapy is, the prices for the procedure, as well as its contraindications.

What is microcurrent therapy and how does it work?

Microcurrent therapy is a very popular way to treat facial skin from wrinkles, stretch marks, age spots, acne and other troubles. Many professional dermatologists use microcurrents on the face to strengthen the epidermis and restore collagen production (especially after 40 years). Also, during the procedure, the muscles work, which leads to a tightening of the oval of the face. This therapy can even change the composition and condition of the epidermal fibers, which will help restore a healthy complexion and restore its elasticity. Initially, the treatment was used only to restore bone tissue after fractures or operations.

At its core, microcurrent therapy is gentle electrical stimulation that causes the skin's chemicals to expand at the cellular level. Clinical studies have shown that after twenty days of regular intensive treatment, collagen production begins to be 16% more than before the studies, the amount of elastin increases by 52%, and blood circulation increases by 41%. European scientists have also discovered that microcurrent facelift provokes the body to produce essential amino acids, including adenosine trifosept, which accelerates cell repair.

Microcurrent facial therapy

In other words, now rejuvenation without plastic surgery is quite possible, which is good news. The current helps immediately; after the first session you will notice pleasant changes. Indications for the use of microcurrents:

1. Loss of skin elasticity, decrease in the amount of collagen, elastin;
2. Age-related pigmentation;
3. Severe sunburn of the body;
4. Peeling of the epidermis, including buttocks, breasts and bikini;
5. Facial cleansing (after 16 years);
6. Changes in the oval of the face due to depletion of the collagen layer, loss of muscle tone;
7. Elimination of problematic epidermis of pimples, acne, blackheads, etc.

Microcurrent therapy uses a low level of electrical current that mirrors the body's own natural current, i.e. it is basically imperceptible. The procedure has many advantages: efficiency, quick effect, large number of indications. But there are also significant flaws:

1. High price;
2. Many contraindications;
3. The high complexity of performing the procedure at home.

Video: how microcurrent therapy is performed

Recommendations for microcurrent treatment

The number of sessions depends on the client’s age and skin condition. The effects of microcurrent are immediate and cumulative, i.e. The effect is noticeable immediately, but with prolonged treatment it will be more durable. Any cosmetologist will recommend that you take a course of several sessions. Each time the treatment is carried out on a new contour and affects deeper and better adheres to its position, better and longer. Many reviews from girls about microcurrent therapy say that after treatment they became visually 5-7 years younger.

Age categories for microcurrents:

1. Up to 30 years: As a preventative treatment to slow down the aging process;
2. From 30 years: Initial series of rejuvenation six procedures, once a week;
3. Up to forty years: The next series of anti-aging procedures is repeated as much as the first;
4. 40 - 50 years: Intensive rejuvenation and restoration of moisture balance in deep cells, 8-12 times, 2 per week;
5. 50 - 60 years and above: From ten times, three per week.

This is also just the perfect way to do a quick face lift, for example, before an important meeting or date. The effect will last 2 days.

Photo – Microcurrents for the face

The procedure will take you 30-45 minutes; first, the skin is cleansed and covered with a mask, which includes components that open the pores. Afterwards, they will begin to move a pleasant metal stick with a round end over the face in certain areas (or over the entire area). Current discharges are delivered through this tip. During treatment, you need to be in a horizontal position and not change your facial expression.

Microcurrent therapy and injections

In this case, beauty injections act as a kind of activators; the filler helps improve the effect of the current, enhance the result and prolong the effect. Fillers also help to get rid of wrinkles around the eyes and mouth very quickly. But you need to remember that they will not give the desired look if you have a problem with tone or lymph.

If you regularly use Botox or hyaluronic acid for rejuvenation, you should wait 2 weeks before using ultrasound, microcurrent or laser. This will help protect yourself from unpredictable skin reactions, allergies or swelling.

Microcurrent therapy for facial skin has serious contraindications:

1. Pregnancy, breastfeeding;
2. Varicose veins, thrombophlebitis;
3. Nervous diseases, including epilepsy, cerebral palsy;
4. Oncological diseases.

Photo – Microcurrent therapy

Basically, electrical stimulation is done only in professional salons, because... For a good result you need professional equipment. Of course, you can buy yourself a special device for microcurrent facial therapy, but in this case the effectiveness will be an order of magnitude lower than with professional intervention.

The most popular devices are Bio Lift and TINER-СOSMO micro; each of them contains instructions for use and determination of ampere meter current. Carefully read the manufacturers' recommendations before using the devices.

Tell us in the comments about your experience of microcurrent facial therapy and the results obtained.