this] blend of electrically charged minerals and glacial water deliver a surge of active ingredients for optimal results and healthy, younger-looking skin”. MyNuface.com So, this suggests if you don’t use their activators then the microcurrent won’t reach your muscles. And it must reach your muscles to do its thing, right? Yup. The smallest tubs (lasting 45 days) cost the same as some mid-range to premium serums, which for the same quantity would last months! But these last considerably less time because you use A LOT of goo per microcurrent session.

Now I love the fresh, healthy skin results from my Nuface Trinity. But Nuface says these tiny tubes of lube are super important and if I use a cheaper Nuface gel substitute, I’m worried my results won’t be as good. Sign up to our complimentary loyalty programme, NDULGE and make shopping with us even more rewarding.Not only is there slightly less product in each tub of Activator vs the older primer gels, but the Activators are way less affordable. E.g. Nuface say you need one pump of activator per treatment area. One pump is the same amount of liquid from the large traditional pump-style bottle too. Work and apply the juice in sections, not all at once. Nuface recommend one pump per treatment area/section.

I asked Nuface (during my research in May 2019), what alternative gel I could use if had reactions to the Nuface gels. And as with Ultrasound gel, this doesn’t hinder the microcurrent results. Compared to the Nuface Activators, there’s no difference in my results from a session, or after long-term use with this gel. Step 2: Apply Hydrating Leave-On Gel Primer in a mask-like layer one area at a time. Refer to your NuFACE device user manual for application areas. Hyaluronic Acid, Sea Silt Extract, Shea Butter, Adenosine, Betaine, Bisabolol, Glycerin, Sunflower Oil, Lecithin, Vit E, Silver Ear muchroom, Ginger RootThen you can either use your fingers, the Nuface brush, or a foundation brush to apply the gel. Thoughtful design, clean and no-mess when applied with a brush 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. 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.

Nuface suggest you try the Silk Creme if you’re over 35, because of the anti-ageing firming and brightening ingredients. And if you have oily skin, try the Aqua Gel. They also suggest you could buy both and see which you prefer 🤑. Let’s go activate that microcurrent! Cosmetic gels often include moisturising ingredients such as glycerin and Hyaluronic Acid. Nuface gel alternatives: Cheaper ultrasound gel with Hyaluronic Acid and leave-on collagen and elastin conductivuty gel from UB. What are other electroconductive and cosmetic gels like? They didn’t of course, but they did create a new sub-niche of ‘ionized skincare’. And they’ve given their magic proprietry ion-blend a sciencey name too – IonPlex ™ . 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. I s it just me, or are you too somewhat irked by Nuface’s rather masterful use of FOMO to push their pimped-up, pricey conductivity gels?

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It’s a thoughtful and neat design, that works best with a brush. However, it’s a pity Nuface didn’t ditch the plastic in favour of more eco-friendly and sustainable materials. For example, glass jars (which are infinitely recyclable) with a reusable pump.

Ultrasound gels are a very popular and inexpensive alternative to Nuface’s activators, and lots of users recommend them in forums and in Facebook groups. Popular options are 🇬🇧 Anagel ultrasound gel (ingredients) and 🇺🇸 Aquasonic 100 ultrasound gel ( ingredients).In the meantime, if you still need a cheaper alternative, you can simply pimp your Aloe Vera gel! Just mix your sessions-worth of gel with a teeny pinch of table salt, or posh Himalayan Pink salt for something purer. Ion-tastic. Job done 👍. What is Aloe Vera Gel like? This science-based, investment-worthy brand uses proprietary active ingredients to boost skin's natural rejuvenation process. 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).