FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: How does the treatment actually work?

A: MicroCurrent aids in reducing the signs of again by utilizing a low level of electricity known as a microcurrent. These tiny microcurrent impulses trigger chemical reactions at a cellular level to enhance the production of natural collagen and elastin, provide circulatory benefits and work directly on the nerves and muscle fibers. The result is visible firming and smoothing of the skin.

Q: How quickly will I notice a difference in my face?

A: Some clients notice a difference after the first treatment. Other clients will notice it after 3 or 4 treatments. The important thing to realize is that the effect is cumulative-that is, your face will become tighter and more toned with each treatment. When you get the desired effect, you can begin your maintenance program of having a treatment anywhere from 4 - 12 weeks, depending on your unique body. The use of an "at home" skincare regime is also important, and that is why we stock the range from La Roche-Posay.

Q: Can I feel it?

A: The current is so low it doesn't stimulate sensory nerves, so no you can not feel it.

Q: Are there any side effects?

A: Microcurrent changes muscle tissue, softens scar tissue, and increases circulation with the effect of removing long stored waste products and increasing cellular metabolism so quickly that there can be detoxification reaction after treatment. Some people have a similar reaction after a massage, but the reaction after Microcurrent is stronger because so much is accomplished in such a short period of time. Microcurrent has a history of being very safe. It has been a physical therapy modality for over 16 years.

Q: What can I do about the side effects?

A: You should drink at least one glass of water before the treatment and two glasses of water in the two hours following the treatment.

Q: Do the benefits last?

A: Every client responds individually but the changes to the tissues seem to be long lasting. About 60 to 80% of the changes created in one treatment last until the next treatment, about four to seven days. Your muscles are used to being the way they are and may return to the old configuration if not treated again, although some clients have had permanent changes in one treatment.

Does it Really Work?

Recent studies at the University of Washington indicate that skin treated with MicroCurrent showed a 14% increase of natural collagen production, a 45% increase in elastin and a 39% increase of blood circulation—all inside of a 20-day time period. “The retonification of facial muscles using MicroCurrent results from accelerated ATP [adenosine triphosphate] generation along with increased production of collagen and elastin,” says Dr. Robert Loss of Dermatology Associates of Rochester (N.Y.). “. . . the results are very immediate, the process completely safe and painless, and the cost for the consumer very low comparatively. The application of MicroCurrent to skin and tissue produced a firmer and tighter feeling on the skin surface.”

Should I have regular treatments and how often?

It is recommended that you start with a series of 10 treatments over the course of 5 weeks. The results from this series will last up to 3 months. A maintenance treatment is recommended every 8-10 weeks.