Microcurrent Fiction

Practitioners need to be aware of "creative advertising" on the internet regarding cosmetic benefits of a microcurrent treatment. Professionals would be wise to question dubious claims as demand for microcurrent continues to soar.

There are no scientific studies on cosmetic benefits. Results are based on years of practitioner-patient observation.

Microcurrent treatment will not:

Replace a Face Lift

Microcurrent does not cause a muscle contraction. Microcurrent is not a "Workout for Your Face, nor can you "Take Your Face to the Gym." A microcurrent treatment cannot address the deeper structural changes that a surgical facelift

achieves which involves removing excess skin, and repositioning underlying tissues.

Reduce Hyperpigmentation

Common, usually harmless condition in which patches of skin become darker that the surrounding tissue.

There are topical treatments for hyperpigmentation and procedures which dermatologists can

perform that may help reduce its appearance.

Reduce or Tighten Enlarged Pores

Enlarged pores are depressions in the facial skin surface that contain one or more openings to the ducts carrying sweat and oil from their respective glands. Pore size is the result of genetics. While it's not possible to permanently shrink pores,

Eliminate Jowls

Fat pads originally situated higher in the cheek. Jowls are fat pads that were originally situated higher in the cheeks. There are non-surgical treatments that can reduce the appearance of jowls such as dermal fillers, anti-wrinkle injections which plumps up jowl creases, and ultrasound which stimulates collagen and tightens the skin.

Eliminate Eye Bags

Accumulation of fat, pools of fluid and loose skin. Bags under the eyes, mild swelling or puffiness occurs as we age.

Eliminate Dark Circles

Aging, genetics, and fatigue can cause dark circles to appear under the eyes. It may also be caused by a medical problem.

Reduce Deep Lines

Commonly due to aging, sun damage or repetition of facial expressions. Chemical peels and nic

Aid in Skin Exfoliation

Peeling of the skin in flakes or scales.

Reduce Cellulite

Fat deposits causing a dimpled and uneven appearance. Laser treatment, exercise and proper diet may help improve the appearance of cellulite.

Reduce Stretch Marks

Marks that develop when skin is stretched over a long period of time.

References

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/23128-dark-circles-under-eyes

https://www.floridatoday.com/story/life/wellness/2020/08/18/microcurrent-therapy-like-workout-face/

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https://rejuvenatewithangela.com/take-your-face-to-the-gym-with-microcurrent/