Ever since the 1980s, microcurrent therapy has held a special place in the realm of beauty and wellness. However, the discovery of electrical current for pain management goes shockingly back as far as ancient Rome 63 AD, where they used electrical fish for pain management.
In the modern era, microcurrent was first explored as a TENS machine to treat Bell’s palsy for pain, where it earned FDA approval as a nerve stimulator; celebrated for its potential in pain relief, wound healing, and of course, the treatment of Bell’s palsy. I used the TENS machine to manage the pain of contractions during labor instead of an epidural. Placebo? Some think so, but for me, the results were nothing short of amazing with zero side effects.
With power like this, it’s no surprise it would become a coastal New York City to Hollywood beauty secret. Physicians discovered that these gentle electrical currents could help re-educate facial muscles while lifting and toning drooping features.
Although more than 50 peer reviewed studies confirm that microcurrent is safe, consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice and treatment options.
My face shape is more heart than oval again (like in my 20s!), my rosacea is under control, my hooded eyes have less skin over my eyeballs, my upper lip is more pronounced even while smiling, 11 lines and smile lines reduced, and my chicken pox scars on my forehead are the same color as the rest of my skin.
How Microcurrent works for anti aging
Microcurrent: The Ultimate Facial Workout
Think of microcurrent as a subtle electric charge that stimulates the muscles and mirrors the body’s natural electricity, delivering a facial workout that tightens, brightens, and smooths your skin. It amps up blood flow and ramps up collagen and elastin production, keeping your skin looking youthful.
Microcurrent promotes tissue regeneration by reducing resistance in damaged areas, restoring nutrient flow, and facilitating repair.
But we don’t have to stop there. If you want even more from your Microcurrent facial, try nanocurrent, which is 1,000 times smaller than microcurrent. Nanocurrent uses negatively charged waveforms to generate negative ions, perfect for tackling problem skin.
The more waveforms, the more we can accomplish!
Nanocurrent: The Cellular Gym
Nanocurrent is the whisper your skin cells need to kickstart collagen production at the cellular level. It operates at 1 nanoamp, which is 0.001 microamps for the science geeks out there. If you’re serious about boosting adenosine triphosphate (ATP) levels–essential for regenerating facial cells–the results are nothing short of astonishing.
Founder of ZIIP Beauty and expert electrical facialist and board certified aesthetician Melanie Simon discovered that nanocurrent tackled acne and uneven skin tone quite by accident during her product’s clinical studies.
Facial Muscles
Microcurrent gives your facial muscles a workout. It’s not exactly a face lift, but I can confidently say my droopy right eyebrow is way less noticeable when I use my device every other day. I’ve also noticed a more defined jawline when used in combination with radiofrequency. Take a look at this study (and this one!) that shows how Microcurrent electrical neuromuscular stimulation can enhance muscle function for physical activities.
Wrinkles, acne, uneven skin tone, and age spots
I find nanocurrent to be essential for wrinkles alongside microcurrent–the microcurrent lifts while the nanocurrent seems to magically erase the lines by renewing the collagen in each wrinkle.
But don’t take my word for it! This study, conducted over seven months, investigated microcurrent’s effects on facial wrinkles with 30 women from Yasuj and its suburbs. Out of the 25 who completed the therapy, 19 were evaluated a month post-treatment. The average age was 37.5 years.
Results showed significant improvements, particularly in the forehead area, with an 18.37% reduction in wrinkles initially and 21.18% after one month. The nasolabial area saw a 7.61% reduction initially and 5.85% after one month. Notably, microcurrent improve skin issues with 70% of participants satisfied with their results.
Bottom Line: Microcurrent therapy visibly reduces wrinkles and has high satisfaction rates, making it a very useful anti-aging tool.
Microcurrent Clinical Study
Lymphatic Drainage
If you’re aiming to reduce inflammation or puffiness in your face, lymphatic drainage offers substantial health and aesthetic benefits. This method speeds up the removal of toxins, bacteria, and waste from the skin, making it a powerful detox technique. It’s particularly effective post-surgery or after lymph node removal, reducing swelling and aiding in the management of skin conditions like acne and eczema.
Cosmetically, lymphatic drainage can enhance your skin’s appearance by minimizing fine lines, wrinkles, and eye bags, potentially firming the skin. It also boosts skin radiance, reduces puffiness, and promotes a brighter, clearer complexion.
Here’s a study demonstrating that groups receiving microcurrent lymphatic drainage physiotherapy combined with phototherapy experienced more effective postoperative treatment. Microcurrent therapy enhances lymphatic drainage by stimulating nodes and vessels, aiding in toxin release and improving circulation.
I love maximizing my lymphatic drainage after treatments by applying my serums with a facial massage and gua sha tool, followed by my skin care.
Wound healing
While the following study focuses on burns, I’ve discovered that enhancing blood circulation and reducing inflammation with nanocurrent has significantly evened out my chickenpox scars. This technique could likely provide similar benefits for acne scarring.
Home Microcurrent devices vs. Getting a Professional Microcurrent Facial
My first experience with a Microcurrent facial was with using the NuFace Trinity, and although I did see long term benefits, I didn’t see enough from this microcurrent device to buy another when it broke. I compared the two devices here.
ZIIP Beauty’s invitation to test their product reignited my passion. After one session, I’m hooked–nothing compares to microcurrent combined with the magic of ZIIP’s one-of-a-kind nanocurrent. My skincare routine will never be the same. It’s one device I’d take to a deserted island.
As I raved in my ZIIP review (read our editorial here with more before/after photos), microcurrent is the ultimate anti-aging weapon, thanks in part to the modern age use of conductive gels that make it painless instead of shocking. An electrical facial with microcurrent does everything your skin craves—as long as you’re using the right frequency.
The ZIIP HALO device boasts an unparalleled range of 900na-400μA, with 26 waveforms tailored for every facial treatment imaginable, each delivering the perfect microcurrent and nanocurrent intensity for every part of your face.
Master the ZIIP app routines, and you can stimulate collagen production, lift your face and neck, shrink pores, enhance circulation, drain the lymphatic system, reduce under eye circles, and even out skin tone, particularly for acne and scars. It does it all.
Just like the rest of your body, the muscles in your face need regular workouts. While professional microcurrent facials with microcurrent machines are fantastic, they can be costly if done weekly.
That’s why investing in an at-home microcurrent device is a game-changer compared to office treatments. It allows you to maintain a consistent routine and achieve impressive results without breaking the bank. And why go to an office when you can reduce the appearance of wrinkles in under 15 minutes every other day?
How often can you use microcurrent at-home vs the office
Professional treatments are usually best done every other week, but at home you can use your device every day or every other day. Personally, I have great success using it about four times a week. I rotate LED light therapy with microcurrent every other day to improve my skin and maintain results.
Using microcurrent and Botox together
Though I haven’t personally found I need botox now that I have my microcurrent routine (see how I avoid it here), you can absolutely use botox and fillers with microcurrent. Perhaps the effects of botox will last even longer when used together.
Most medical professionals agree that you should wait two weeks (some say 48 hours) to ensure fillers and botox don’t travel anywhere on the face. But why freeze the muscles when microcurrent stimulates the muscles, keeping everything tight? I have found I can delay the more invasive treatment with microcurrent technology.
Backed by studies and personal testimonials, microcurrent therapy is a must-have for anyone serious about achieving youthful, radiant skin.
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