My thoughts after three months of using my microcurrent device
Microcurrent devices seem to be everywhere at the moment. For your whole face, for your eyes, neck, and mouth area. Every celebrity seems to swear by them, just like Instagram influencers. So I had to try it out for myself. I used my microcurrent device for three months to see: are microcurrent devices worth it?
5 minutes per day – is that all you need for lifted skin?Using my microcurrent device
I found that the most important step when using an at-home microcurrent device is to have a gel-type serum (like our Phykology 5 Hyaluronic Serum – you can read more about it here) or aloe-vera product at hand for slip. After cleansing and slathering your face (and neck if you’re planning on using the device there!) with a serum, you’re ready to turn on your device.
Some devices have different intensity settings while some only have one. My device has five “levels” of intensity and throughout my testing period, I worked my way up to level three.
After finding a comfortable level (always start at level 1), I slowly glided the device over areas of concern: jawline, nasolabial lines, and the forehead area.
I set out to do this for five minutes daily for the promising tighter, lifted skin.
How do microcurrent devices work?
The technology behind microcurrent devices works by sending out electric (very low-voltage though – so don’t be afraid!) currents to your skin that are said to mimic our bodies’ natural currents. This ultimately promotes collagen and elastin production due to the increased energy flow in the skin. According to brands and influencer testimonials, this technology claims to gently lift the skin without any invasive treatments.
To be perfectly honest: I didn’t use my microcurrent device EVERY single day for three months. Some days I simply didn’t have time. Some days, I was too tired. However, I did try to use my device at least five times per week.
So what do I think? Well… I’ll let my before and after photos talk for themselves.
Before
AfterI can’t really see much of a difference. My skin does look more energized and feels tighter immediately after using the device, but I have a hard time finding any lasting effects. Below are additional thoughts based on different aspects of the device.
User Friendliness: 3.5/5
Microcurrent devices aren’t very complicated. Charge. Turn on. Turn off. However, to prevent it from becoming a bacteria-spreading device, it’s important to keep it sanitized and clean between every use which can be tedious.
Lifting Effects: 2.5/5
It’s not that I didn’t see any effects at all after using my device. It’s just that they were too short-lasting to actually give my skin any prolonged lift. The area that looked the most “lifted” after using my device was my jaw area. But I have a strong feeling that any lymphatic-draining tool such as a much cheaper guasha or similar tool would give the same temporary effects.
Overall Skin Condition: 3/3
My favorite part of using my microcurrent device is how plump and energized my skin and complexion tends to look afterward. Whether this has to do with me slathering on a glow-giving gel or if it’s actually because of the electric currents awakening my skin – I’m not sure. But, I’ve been loving using my device before heading out in the mornings to have really glowy, plump skin that looks like I just had a hyaluronic acid facial.
Overall Score: 3/5
I like my microcurrent device, but I wouldn’t say it’s worth spending over 200 dollars on something that a much cheaper guasha could achieve in terms of lifting of the skin. However, it is a nice tool to use that gives your face a mini-massage every day, and it does give your face a temporary lifted, plumping effect. So if you have the money, I’d say go for it!
Have you tried a microcurrent device yet? If so – do you think it lives up to the hype?
