NuFACE Hydrating Leave-On Gel Primer 59ml

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Hyaluronic Acid, Sea Silt Extract, Shea Butter, Adenosine, Betaine, Bisabolol, Glycerin, Sunflower Oil, Lecithin, Vit E, Silver Ear muchroom, Ginger Root So yes, use their activators and the microcurrent will reach through your tissues and probably to your muscles. But it will do that with any other conductive gel too. So, it’s a bit of a leap to imply ONLY these activators work properly to transfer the microcurrent down to your muscles.

Technology like the NuFACE Trinity is often referred to as the 5-minute facelift because the results can be so dramatic. For such an affordable price, you can get brilliant results. Plus, it'll save you the hassle of going to a clinic or salon. Oil-based liquids are non-conductive, which means they have no freely moving ions. Oils stop microcurrent flowing, so, it’s vital to use a water-based conductivity gel. Microcurrent flows using ions from other substances dissolved in water.But the same gels work with electrotherapies too, including microcurrent. That’s because first, they wet the skin and lower the resistance to the current. And second, most contain a small amount (because that’s all that’s needed) of an ingredient called Triethanoiamine. This is typically used to regulate the pH of a cosmetic. It’s an alkaline polymer substance, which is also a super conductor of electrical current. What are Ultrasound gels like? But full discolsure 🙋‍♀️, I’m not one of these people who has ever seen more ‘pop’ or lift of their facial features during or after a session. What I do see is a subtle upturn in the corners of my mouth, and my cheeks and lip area feel fuller. But this is equal for all the conducvtive gels I’ve tested. You can also look for microcurrent conducting ingredients or minerals such as seaweed extract, sea silt extract, copper and magnesium. Other less fancy ingredients also conduct microcurrent, such as Triethanoiamine and Sodium Hydroxide. My visible results from microcurrent (which I still love, by the way) are healthy, dewy, tight, bright and firm skin from long term and consistent use (and mostly with just a basic conductivity gel). I also asked Nuface customer support to confirm details of the clinical tests for the activators. That’s because I’m curious and I like to understand what exactly is proven. I’ve not had a clear answer as of yet. However, the FDA clearance summary also states the range of clinical tests performed on the gel as follows:

A calloused, dry hand can have 100,000Ω or more resistance. But the resistance inside your body (where it’s wet and salty) is much lower at about 300Ω. So, more than 99% of your resistance to electrical current is in your skin. But this resistance reduces significantly if your skin is damaged or wet. How do conductivity gels work? First, I should share that my skin loved the older Nuface primer gels 😍. So, I really hope the new activators live up to them. If you feel the same, fret not. This article is all about the best alternatives to Nuface gels. Aloe Vera, ultrasound gel, cheaper conductivity gels, other brands and Nuface activators – learn how they compare here. Right then. Onto the popular Aloe Vera alternative… Can you really use Aloe Vera gel? ‼ Nuface no longer suggest water-based Aloe Vera gel alternatives ‼proprietary blend of electrically charged minerals to nourish the skin and the transfer the microcurrent from your device down to the muscles.” MyNuface.com

Microcurrent is a flow of electrically charged particles, or ions, through our skin. And conductivity gels create a low resistance connection with our skin that allows the microcurrents to flow. The NuFACE Trinity ELE Head helps to deliver a more targeted microcurrent to the eye and mouth area. The prong head targets a smaller surface area so you can really get to work on those smaller problem areas. When using these versus Nuface Activators, I see no difference in my results immediately after a session, or after long-term use. And I like that I can continue using my own serums and moisturisers, which I know work very well with my skin.The ZIIP gels are unlike other microcurrent gels because of the high glycerin content.They have a thin, gloopy consistency which slips easily over your skin so you don’t need a lot. Wipe your hands on a towel after applying it. They don’t drip or sting your eyes, and have a slight sweet taste if it gets in your mouth. But the best bit is they take AGES to dry. This means you can apply it all over your face at the start of your session and it stays wet throughout. Yay! Much less faff than other microcurrent gels. Another bonus, skin feels silky smooth and fresh after you rinse them off. A real treat. Aloe Vera is a clear moisturising substance, naturally containing mineralsand other conductive ions so it passes the microcurrent into your skin. It’s a strong natural electolyte, so much so it’s the basis of the first eco-friendly battery! You can buy several inexpensive organic formulations, with no nasties in them. Yay! And so you know what they look like, here are the new and old Nuface gels: The New Hydrating Aqua Gel (left) and the older Hydrating Gel Primer (right) both by Nuface. The NEW Firming & Brightening Silk Creme microcurrent activator (left) and the older 24K Gold gel primer (right), both by Nuface. What’s special about the Nuface Activators? Hyaluronic Acid attracts and retains moisture for softer, glowing, younger-looking skin. It plays a key role in skin health with its unique ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water.