Rejuvenation is not necessarily performed surgically. Thanks to the improvement of cosmetology, there is such a method as microcurrents for the face. This is a simple and safe procedure for restoring youthful skin, which is confirmed by positive customer reviews. The nuances of performing microcurrent therapy are described in the article.
What is this?
Microcurrent Therapy is a treatment with low or low voltage electricity. The main purpose of the method in medicine is the elimination of pain, anesthesia, physiotherapy. There are 2 directions of microcurrent therapy:
- MENS - Neuromuscular effects.
- TENS - transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation.
In cosmetology, microcurrents for the face are used as a technique for hardware rejuvenation. The current will be 10-600uA, voltage 10-14V and frequency 0.1-300Hz. Such indicators provide a soft and non-traumatic impulse effect on the epidermis, muscle layers, nerveendings and vessels, subcutaneous tissue.
The impact of microcurrents on cells activates biochemical processes, improves lymphatic drainage, stimulates collagen production. Strengthens the walls of blood vessels. According to reviews, microcurrents for the face improve the appearance of the skin, tighten wrinkles, eliminate swelling, unevenness. Therapy can also be performed on the body - for the décolleté, neck, abdomen, buttocks and arms.
Benefit
Successfully performed procedure leaves the skin fresh and he althy. The benefit of microcurrents for the face is to eliminate small defects, in addition, strongly pronounced imperfections will be less noticeable. Already after 2-3 sessions you can see the following results:
- Even out skin tone.
- Eliminate small wrinkles.
- Smoothing wrinkles at the corners of the lips and eyes.
- Getting rid of age spots.
- Acne reduction.
- Lifting the oval of the face.
- Lightening dark circles around the eyes.
- Improve the firmness and smoothness of the face.
Judging by the reviews, thanks to these advantages, the procedure remains in demand. Among many other methods, many women choose microcurrents because of the safety and effectiveness of the method.
Indications
Microcurrent therapy is effective for:
- Weak muscle tone.
- Sagging skin.
- Bags and circles under the eyes.
- The presence of a "double chin" and odd facial contours.
- Sagging and cellulite.
- Skin pigmentation.
- Acne.
- Lifting and wrinkle prevention.
- Recovery after plastic surgery.
- Scars and uneven skin.
- Couperose.
- Alopecia.
- Care for oily and dry skin.
According to reviews, microcurrents for the face do an excellent job with their functions. After the procedure, the skin becomes noticeably younger and he althier.
Contraindications
But microcurrents for the face are not always effective. Contraindications refer to:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Oncopathology.
- Epilepsy and mental illness.
- Diseases of the blood vessels.
- Infections and fungi on the skin.
- Cardio and electrical stimulators.
- Implants.
- Face-lift threads.
Carefully, the procedure is carried out with a heart attack and stroke, severe forms of the disease during an exacerbation, in the presence of metal fillings and metal-ceramic teeth. If a surgical operation was carried out, then microcurrents for the face and body become available after six months. As can be seen from the reviews of experts, there may be individual intolerance to electric current.
Rules of procedure
How is the procedure performed? Microcurrents for the face can only be used after consultation with a specialist. He must determine the presence of contraindications and establish the area of impact. It is desirable to perform sessions in a clinic or beauty salon. Then make-up removal is performed, a special conductive gel for facial microcurrents is applied to the skin.
Therapy is done in several ways:
- Electrodes are attached to the affected area. This method is convenient for large skin areas.
- Influence by movable electrodes. The movements are carried out in the given directions. Moving electrodes are presented in the form of disposable sticks.
- Massage with conductive gloves. This method is considered to be the most effective.
Considering the reviews, the method of the procedure should be chosen by a specialist. After the session, the conductive agent is removed, a cream or mask is applied. The microcurrent procedure for the face is carried out in a course. The duration of the session is 20-60 minutes.
The effect is noticeable after 1 procedure, it is cumulative. The duration of the course and the frequency of sessions is affected by the condition of the skin and the results. To achieve maximum results, a set of procedures is performed. It includes microcurrent therapy along with other hardware, grooming sessions and home care.
Types of therapy
Microcurrents for the face and body are of several types. The type of procedure is determined by the problem of the skin. According to reviews, the specialist determines whether one of its types or a complex is required:
- Microcurrent lymphatic drainage. Eliminates excess fluid in the tissues, evenly distributes it. Used for face and body. Sessions will help eliminate swelling, smooth the skin, even out it.
- Microcurrent lifting. Used for the face and neck, dividing the skin toned, even.
- Disincrustation or galvanic cleaning. Procedurecarried out for deep cleansing of pores from sebaceous secretion, toxins, pollution with alkaline solutions and galvanic current. Suitable for sensitive skin and fine skin porosity.
- Non-injection mesotherapy or electroproration. With this method, an electric current is used instead of a needle, and the ionic bonds of the epidermis are affected. This method allows you to tighten the skin, activate protein metabolism in cells, get rid of mimic wrinkles, even out skin tone, eliminate enlarged pores, scars, acne and pigmentation.
- Reprogramming the mimic muscles of the face and neck or myostimulation. During this procedure, the muscles are affected, which relax or tighten. It eliminates or minimizes expression lines.
Microcurrents for the face in cosmetology is one of the most effective ways to improve skin condition. But, even taking this into account, the procedure should only be performed by a specialist who knows all the intricacies of the sessions.
Treatment Tips
Microcurrent therapy can be used for different ages and genders if contraindications are observed. When completing the course, you need to drink more liquid, but exclude caffeine, nicotine, alcohol. Fixing sessions (1-2 times) involve procedures a month later or 1.5 after that.
Benefits
This method of hardware cosmetology has the following advantages:
- Painless.
- Speed of result.
- Seamless.
- Complex effect.
- Many readings.
- Strengthening the result of othersbeauty treatments.
- Safety.
As the reviews confirm, if you perform the procedures with a specialist, the result will be noticeable after 1 procedure. And after passing the required number of sessions, you can notice the effect of rejuvenation, in addition, various defects are eliminated.
But even though there are benefits, therapy also has its drawbacks. The disadvantages include many contraindications, high cost and difficulty in performing therapy at home.
Age
The result of therapy lasts for 6 months. Durability of the effect depends on the condition of the skin, age and course of procedures. Each age may require a certain number of sessions:
- Up to 30 years - microcurrents are used for prevention. The course will not be long.
- 30-40 years - age-related changes begin to appear. The course usually includes 5-6 sessions once a week.
- 40-50 years old - active restoration of age-related changes is required. You need to go through 8-12 sessions in 3 days.
- From 50 years old perform 10-12 procedures in 1-2 days.
Combination with other treatments
Beauty injections activate positive skin changes along with microcurrents. With this therapy, care must be taken with injection methods of rejuvenation. It is advisable to use microcurrents 2 weeks after injections. According to reviews, following this rule, it will be possible to avoid adverse consequences.
Microcurrents complement perfectly:
- Alginate masks.
- ELOS-rejuvenation and other hardware procedures.
- Caring sessions - cleansing, masks.
Although some manipulations are allowed, it is advisable to consult a specialist. This will prevent unwanted complications.
Side effects and complications
Slight tingling may be felt during sessions, which is normal. There may also be a metallic taste in the mouth, flashes during exposure in areas near the eyes. These are considered minor side effects and are normal.
Complications are possible with individual intolerance to electric current or non-compliance with contraindications. These include inappropriate performance of work, insufficient skill of a specialist.
Analogues
Biostimulation and electrical stimulation have a similar effect. They are performed in special clinics by highly qualified specialists:
- Biostimulation acts with electric current on tissues, muscles, blood vessels. Current is applied at different frequencies and to different depths.
- Electrical stimulation uses bipolar and pulsed currents, affecting mimic areas.
As evidenced by customer reviews, it is up to the specialist to decide which procedure is best. He decides this based on the condition of the skin, its problems.
Home sessions
Microcurrents for the face are carried out at home. A device designed specifically for thiswill allow you to work safely and efficiently. Before conducting sessions, you should learn about the features of the procedure, contraindications. The effect of homework will not be very pronounced, and it may also take a longer time.
Experts advise choosing microcurrent therapy in a clinic or salon, where everything is done under the supervision of a beautician. At the same time, various massagers are sold. Microcurrents for the face can then be carried out at home. This equipment does not need complex maintenance, it is safe and easy to use.
Best Devices
Professional facial microcurrent machines are used within clinics and beauty parlors. The following devices are sold for home use:
- Bio-Ultimate Platinum. It has 20 programs for the face, body, massage, as well as 11 modes. Kit includes gloves and biomask.
- Myostimulator MIORHYTHM 040-16. The equipment allows you to get rid of skin defects, carry out lifting, rejuvenate the epidermis. Additional cosmetics may be applied.
- Microcurrent Gezaton. This home remedy has a lot of power, different modes, but it is practically not used for the body.
- Apparatus Microcurrents+Ultrasound Skin Expert. The device performs the function of phonophoresis, massage, microcurrents and ultrasonic cleaning. There are 17 programs in total.
Devices for home use are different from professional appliances. The effect of the procedures is preserved only with occasional use.
Each device has several modes that need to be changed depending on the type of skin and the purpose of the work. Exposure should last no more than 20 minutes. To achieve the desired effect, you must purchase the following cosmetics to choose from:
- Gels or serums with hyaluronic acid.
- Composition with caviar extract that nourish the skin.
- Gels that increase the conductivity of electric current, on which serums are applied.
- Elastin-based lifting products.
- Concentrated formulations with hyaluronic acid and other substances - vitamins, algae extracts.
Although such sessions will not allow you to get the result, as from plastic surgery, but still the skin becomes younger. After that, the person feels fresh. And thanks to daily care, it will be possible to maintain the effect for a long time.
Microcurrents for the face is a safe and effective method of skin rejuvenation. Only if the established session rules are observed, a positive effect is expected.
