NuFace, Foreo Bear, and Ziip Dermatologist Review
NuFace, Foreo Bear, and Ziip - Are they worth the price tag?
Microcurrent devices are all over social media lately, but do they meet the hype check? I review the science on microcurrent devices in this video (in painstaking detail). Let me know your experience with these devices in the comments!
My final thoughts: We need double-blinded randomized controlled trials to evaluate these devices. Here's how it's done - Non-working devices are used on the control group and then real devices are used on the treatment group. Next, an INDEPENDENT reviewer that does not know which device was used evaluates the subjects. Unfortunately, when the person evaluating the results knows which subject was treated or which side of the face was treated, this leads to inherent bias and is a much weaker form of investigation!
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Thank you! I'm 3 weeks into trying the NuFace for review and I was like... maybe I see something? Do I see something? I don't think I see something... Haha!
Haha well take before and after photos - see how it goes!
@Doctorly I've got em! 😬
Looking forward to your review Jen!
I've used my NuFace for a month, and I haven't seen ANY results. Not even the immediate lift that many influencers show off. I thought I got a dud or I was doing it wrong somehow. I almost thought about switching to the Foreo Bear.
I had the same experience. Not sure if it was worth the time and effort.
I’m 54 years old. A friend of mine, who is a facialist at an upscale hotel in Los Angeles, recommended NuFACE Trinity to me. I’ve only been using it two weeks, and I can already see a huge difference in my skin, and my eyebrows are lifted. I even have friends telling me my face looks really good and that I look younger. I just started using the LED wrinkle reducer attachment, and I look forward to seeing how well it works. I believe this device works better on skin that’s older. Not anyone under 35.
How is it now? Did it help with fine lines and skin tightness?
id like to know tooo @@DiyaCake
Please tell us how it's going 11 months later!
Thank you so much for this video. I was considering purchasing the Foreo one, but have changed my mind now that you’ve pointed out the lack of scientific research behind it. Thank you so much for devouring the research so we don’t have to! Keep up the great videos!
I’m am so grateful for the info you provide on this channel! So much of the beauty industry’s success relies on the ignorance of consumers. The science is over most of our heads so when we hear someone talking “science,” we always have to consider the source.
All these devices that use electric currents which is basically electricity CAUSE CANCER AND ALL KINDS OF TERRIBLE SIDE EFFECTS!!! I guess when you purchase one of these you usually get a little book and it goes over the potential side effects . Pretty scary that this major life threatening FACT is not talked about EVER! People care more about padding their pockets than people's health! Do not believe for a second that this dermatologist is unaware about the very serious LIFE THREATENING SIDE EFFECTS that come along side with this product. Instead he says he would like to see people start using it after they do micro-needling!!!! Unbelievable!! Pure EVIL and wicked ! I pray that my comment will help save even one person from the nightmare that this device could potentially cause. Please spread the word as this device has become very popular , you could literally save someone's life !
Thank you sooo much for doing hours of research to give us honest reviews! I love learning about the science behind it. We appreciate you Dr. Shah!
Thanks Ana! Always appreciate your support!
Curious why you singled out Ana in the comments an why I can't find on video review on this item?
Thank you for this! I’ve been considering getting the Nuface and this really helped. I love that you called out the companies to conducts real studies!
Ah you're welcome!
I absolutely love that you are so direct, unbiased and informed. You’re a voice I trust bec you are open
I truly appreciate your authenticity and honesty and your dedication. This video is really informative and different from the same topics ones
I'm a licensed medical aesthetician and I been doing microcurrent on clients for 16 years. I have clients that were suffering from TMJ pain and I used the microcurrent gloves and this was the only way to get rid of the pain. These clients were on some serious medications that weren't working, spent alot of money on pain management and therapy, suffered for years with headaches. My clients come religiously for microcurrent facial, if they go 2 or 3 months without, the pain comes back. I have another client that suffered from fibromyalgia, and she swears my facial is the remedy. These women are 60- 70 plus yrs old. I also do radiofrequency skintightening treatments, so they definitely look very young for their ages. Today I turn 63 and no believes me, i usually get asked to see my ID and I love it! Lol My clients stopped using botox and fillers and depend on me to keep their skin fabulous.
O goodness! You are right! I just realized my jaw is much better! It doesn’t pop as much as before and I never noticed until I read your comment! I’ve only been using my micro current for a month and half but another great benefit I didn’t even know existed! Thank you!
My sister had TMJ. And she got rid of it for good through surgery. Pricey procedure but worth it according to her
When I buy the Bear, I will try it on my neck as well. I have cervical spondylosis and it hurts like hell. I probably had TMJ, but after braces, a lot of that tension went away. But now I grind my teeth. Anyways, I found Bear at "reasonable" price and I am willing to invest for double possible benefits - my face and my spondylosis. 😁
So which device do you recommend?
science is so sexy! Thank you for this review doc!
I wholeheartedly agree!! The typical consumer does research on their product especially now. These companies ought to invest in a double blind clinical trial without photo shopped images published for the world to see. It's not about "believing" in a product, it's trusting it.
All these devices that use electric currents which is basically electricity CAUSE CANCER AND ALL KINDS OF TERRIBLE SIDE EFFECTS!!! I guess when you purchase one of these you usually get a little book and it goes over the potential side effects . Pretty scary that this major life threatening FACT is not talked about EVER! People care more about padding their pockets than people's health! Do not believe for a second that this dermatologist is unaware about the very serious LIFE THREATENING SIDE EFFECTS that come along side with this product. Instead he says he would like to see people start using it after they do micro-needling!!!! Unbelievable!! Pure EVIL and wicked ! I pray that my comment will help save even one person from the nightmare that this device could potentially cause. Please spread the word as this device has become very popular , you could literally save someone's life !
Thank you so much for your channel. As a doctor (in another field) I love to hear these types of reviews. Lots of Love! XX
Perfect points for researching stuff so well. We need people like that so much
I love your humility! Thanks for being open minded and for taking so much time to research for us!
Thank you Michelle!
@@Doctorly ♥️
THANK YOU for an educational, non-sponsored video! I would love to hear your thoughts on other home devices, such as LED and RF. I actually do have a Nuface device, and my results were in the form of "waking up" my facial muscles. Before using it, I had a lazy right side, my smile was uneven and my right eyelid was more hooded. Microcurrent woke my muscles up, and now both sides move evenly and I no longer have uneven eyelids. I think some people expect microcurrent to replace cheek filler though, which is unrealistic.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! You saved me tonnes of time in trying to figure out whether these devices had a scientific basis to work. Your channel is soo needed.
Thank you for your information! This is exactly what I was looking for! I have been in the fitness field for over 30 years, this information from you about how the facial muscles work is so great!! Most people think I only have knowledge of how things work "below the neck" so any input I have on their face routine falls on closed ears!
Over the past few weeks I realized my skin needed a pick me up. Tonight I whipped my Nuface out after months of not using it and saw a difference right away. My under eyes were puffy and I just looked tired. After this one use, I swear my cheek bones and under eyes look lifted and awake. I did this treatment before bed but honestly the pick me up felt motivating no matter what time it is and I look forward to looking fresh tomorrow. Gravity is real and anything to help us not look tired or older. Anything helps. Serums, fillers and facial stimulators. Just do it ladies!
I have been using micro currents for years now, it does work if you are consistent. It’s been a trend in Asian beauty industry before it hit the US market. I use the brand LG, and I really like it.
I always come to you first for skincare, thank you for the full review, it's obvious a lot of time went into this!!
Love your honesty and disclaimer regarding science which is every changing. Appreciate it!
Science vs personal experience. I'm always in the science team, but this time must say ... Foreo Bear works for me. I got it as a gift and was extremely sceptical, but because I didn't want to upset the person who spent such a big amount of money to get it for me I've started using it religiously and I see the results. It's not spectacular, but my jaw line is much sharper, my cheekbones are more visible and my forehead is smoother. I can consider myself as a single case study if you will, but yeah, surprisingly for me, it bloody works. One thing, you need to use it consistently, every day and wet your face a bot before applying gel. It also took me a while to find my gel. The Foreo one and NuFace irritated me, I tried Korean aloe vera gel and it's much better. I wash my face afterwards. P. S. I'm 40 years old with quite good genes and do botox only in the area between my eyebrows. However, my skin elasticity is not great and that's why I think older population is more likely to see the results. There's not much to fix if you're in your 20s.
Thanks for sharing your experience! Like I said, I’m open to changing my mind on this but waiting for my science!
HI! I just started using the bear and agree the serum irritated me too! I’d love to know which korean aleo Vera gel you use?
Do you have an issue using the device without the app? I can't get it to work without it and it is very frustrating.
@@robinwalker6067 no. I've never used the app. I registered my device, ran it with the app once and never used it again.
@@Doctorly What I think is interesting is that those of us who use microcurrent, and do see a lift use it in the cheek and jowl area which is where your beard is! So perhaps this is why you did not see a difference. I use the Myolift which is much more technical than the Bear, and I do see a lift in the upper eye lid - so no hooded eyes, and see a lift in the cheeks. That said, it takes time commitment and there is a learning curve. So, I have heard a lot about radio frequency for creating more collagen. Which you mention as one of the biggest signs of aging. Please review some radio frequency devices, or recommend on in-office procedure that would create more collagen. Thanks for the great videos!
I've been using the Feipushi microcurrent device for a few months now and loving my results! My brows and eyelids have lifted and so has my 58-year-old neck. My jawline is tighter and my cheeks feel firmer. I used it 6 days a week for the first 2 months and now only need to use it 3 times a week to maintain those results. Wish KZhead let us post before and after pictures so that I could show you my results from this inexpensive little tool. I love it and will always use it. :)
All these devices that use electric currents which is basically electricity CAUSE CANCER AND ALL KINDS OF TERRIBLE SIDE EFFECTS!!! I guess when you purchase one of these you usually get a little book and it goes over the potential side effects . Pretty scary that this major life threatening FACT is not talked about EVER! People care more about padding their pockets than people's health! Do not believe for a second that this dermatologist is unaware about the very serious LIFE THREATENING SIDE EFFECTS that come along side with this product. Instead he says he would like to see people start using it after they do micro-needling!!!! Unbelievable!! Pure EVIL and wicked ! I pray that my comment will help save even one person from the nightmare that this device could potentially cause. Please spread the word as this device has become very popular , you could literally save someone's life !
Yes. I also purchased the Feipushi and am very happy with my results. It has 5 levels and goes up to 600 microamps. It was very affordable and I have recommended it to friends.
Hi, do you still have the same opinion? I am thinking about buying it!
Thank you very much, Dr Shah, for getting out there and stressing out the need for proper research, all these expensive "miraculous" devices are just based on marketing but not on actual research and that is worrisome. I personally saw a great change of skin texture after following your advises on exfoliator, niacinamide and vitamin c, if routine is done properly, these devises are totally void. I really appreciate your scientific integrity, keep up great work!
Thanks for this review. I purchased the NuFace after much research but could not even use it for more than a few days. It gave me incredible muscle tightness/tension in my jaws and neck and induced migraines after every use. That device got returned ASAP!
4 years using Nuface it does work for me. It lifts and plumps my skin. I cannot live without the device. I use it daily for 20 minutes.
Me too! I love mine
Same, I’ve been using it 9 months and love my Nuface, I see immediate results and also long term results, once I stop using it a few days I can tell a difference and my skin ad facial contours don’t look as good
Same here! I’m using my nuface (mini) over 1 year now. I was shocked by the results. It’s my number 1 beauty device. Can’t live without it! I’m also using it 20 min a day.
Same here. It really works. I’ve been using it fir over a year now.
Dang. 20 minutes a day though is a lot. Do you do it at night or in the AM?
Thank you for your honest evaluation of these products. I wasted my hard earned money on a NuFace a few years ago and found it to be ineffective . I really appreciated your comments on the science behind micro current as it applies to facial rejuvenation, as well as the potential negative effects of facial exercises. I think many of us in our desire to try things to turn back the clock , May unintentionally do more damage than good. Your advice as to how to best spend money on anti aging is spot on. I trust your opinion and enjoy your videos.
I LOVE my Nuface mini toner! Seeing is believing!
This is the kinds of reviews I like. The scientific ones. I like to have scientific facts as to whether something works or not. Thank you for taking the time for this!
There wasn't scientific 'proof' offered to prove it didn't work. The good Dr also failed to mention HOW microcurrent entered the anesthetic field. It was first introduced for Bells Palsy patients to help lift the side of the face that drooped ... it worked! It's always good to research scientific facts from various resources before making an informed decision.
I know microcurrent device is a splurge for something that doesn't have conclusive research yet but I strongly believe it's a better way to spend money on than splurging on Creme de La Mer or La Prairie skin caviar if one has the money.
I agree that those both are a total waste of money!
@@inthemomentchannel4191 That’s just an unbranded Anlan EMS device you are trying to sell at an overprice. Who do you think you can fool? The lack of company information on your webpage and all those 5-star reviews all done at the same time 6 months ago are red flags.
I used the La Mer line and it’s all hype to me.
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I really appreciate all the work you guys put into your videos! Clearly the integrity is there, because unfortunately, nothing of the sort is a requirement to be a channel receiving copious amounts of views. Just want you guys to know it doesn't go unnoticed! Thanks for doing what you do, in the way that you do it 🙂 lol
I truly appreciate the honesty and researched based approach to the information provided by Dr. Shah and Dr. Maxfield. I have a background in biochemistry and pharmaceuticals so the science based approach is great.
This is so amazing! I love how you did all the research on microcurrent on wound care, and that morpheous8 came after.
Thank you so much for this video and information. I have always suspected that these devices were simply too good to be true, and I couldn’t ever find any properly sourced studies on which all the hype could be explained. As a skincare enthusiast (junkie), these gadgets are possibly the only things that I’ve not succumbed to the online hype and bought.
I have a NuFace and I thought the whole concept was to tighten the muscle so the face is lifted by the supporting muscle, not to "build" muscle. I find that if I use it consistently, I get results. I once used a similar device by another company years ago, which was extremely painful. I read a study that those old microcurrent devices could actually cause aging! Glad I threw it away!
I found your channel while I'm considering purchasing the NuFace. I appreciate your commentary and opinion. With all due respect, you may be too young to actually see a difference after trying it. You don't have any wrinkles or look old enough to show any signs of aging to see improvement on. I do, however, appreciate your opinion because this device is very expensive. I am in my 60s and I have, in the past, used fillers and microdermabrasion treatment. Since COVID, I am just exploring ideas that I can use at home. I work in healthcare myself and have had COVID twice, so I want to try to minimize my exposure to people and still take care of my skin, as far as anti-aging is concerned. Thanks for your opinion and advice. Stay healthy and safe in your practice.
I love my NuFace and my Myolyft. I’m 48 and notice a big difference when I use it.
Hey Doctor Shah! Thanks for coming up with this informative video about micro current. I was about to look for review and opinion in this space and yours came up top. Thanks for enlightening us in this community! Great help to tune down the noise from advertiser! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻⭐🌟
As a board certified esthetician, I appreciate your transparency on this topic tremendously. I seek PROVEN, and SCIENCE backed information and reasoning. 10/10❤
I have been using Foreo Bear for several months now, love it. T-sonic pulsations, and anti-shock feature make the threatment so pleasant.
Does it work?
I got rid of my Foreo because it didn't do anything for me. Plus, it gave me these weird electric shock-like feelings.
Dr. Shah, thanks a lot for your review! I have a nuface device for face & eye area and honestly haven't noticed any positive changes. On top of that I learnt that mucrocurrwnt device can reduce the effect of my facial procedures like botox, nythia injections, etc. So for me it was definitely a waste of money. I wish I discovered your channel prior to buying... Thanks for all your work! Much appreciate
Thanks for doing all the research for us! We appreciate it.
I have used CACI microcurrent for 38 years and it does work. I also use Nuface if i'm in a hurry. It like exercising your body muscles, once you get them toned you tone easier so you have to bear with it for a while.
I'm nearly 50. I use the NuFace mini and didn't notice a difference until about 60 days in. I used it everyday for 5 minutes (sometimes longer...I find it relaxing) as part of my night time skin care routine. I now use it 3 or 4 times a week. I love science and while I can appreciate that there are no definitive studies proving that microcurrent works, I believe the results and I will continue to use mine. Thank you for the review! As an aside, does anyone here watch Lisa Eldridge? She has used a NuFace for years and I notice a difference in her face now as compared to her older videos. Seeing that change in her face further convinced me to purchase one.
Glad you commented. I’ve used mine for over a year. It absolutely works. Hyaluronic acid is in many skincare products. His observation that this ingredient is the reason it works is flawed. Angie from Hot And Flashy swears by Nuface too. BTW I use mine with aloe gel and a spritzer of water. My skincare routine includes CeraVe With niacinamides, Reviva with Vit C, ROC retinol, rose water hyaluronic spray. I use many other multiple products that I layer. Facials have included “zapping” Blemishes with electric currents for years. Firming the skin is a dynamic process not a one time fix. That’s why skincare and topical treatments like Nuface are effective.
I saw it too (Lisa Eldridge), but maybe she has something done. At least botox
As far as I know, Lisa is getting done some other face traetments too, so one of them might be the reason of the change...
@@fritzbox9839 👏
I agree, its excellent technology. Im 55 and swear by it too😊.
I really LOVE the way you explained all of this. I'm really happy I stumbled upon this video.
I follow you on IG,ur about to review bear right?
@@TheLilaGrace hi sorry for the late reply…for me personally I saw results really quickly. Especially the way my cheeks were lifted and my wrinkles around my mouth were less noticeable. But considering everything said in this video maybe it’s not a perfect solution. Honestly I’m conflicted because I saw the results but long term ( based on what dr. Shah said) it sounds like it might not be the best solution. Have you tried it?
I've been using the Nuface since December and the biggest benefit I've seen is in skin tone especially in the cheek area. Area treated looks fresher and had friends comment about my skin without telling them I had been using it. Maybe it was just a coincidence. :) If I don't use it one day though, I can see a difference.. So I try to use it every day.
I have had the same experience: women friends noticing a difference without me saying anything
its been a year since you post that. ARe you still using it Lana? Do you still believe it helped?
hello does it act on wrinkles?
Really cleared up some questions I had on the efficacy of microcurrent. Would love to see a video on RF (radiofrequency) treatments.
be careful with RF: there are many in the medical community that say American women are "over heating" their facial tissues. Google the RF/Thermage single probe "disasters".
As a former microcurrent educator, the good Dr failed to prove the lack of efficacy of a phenomenal treatment. Microcurrent ALWAYS produces a lift which makes me question his understanding in how to use the device & the technique he used. He also failed to mention that microcurrent was first used on patients with Bells Palsy.
@Karen Osterblom which is why I want to use this to try to help the after effects it left me with..I would be interested in your opinion and advice..I read that ziip uses both micro and nano current and I am considering this or myolift mini. It can also assist injuries as well. The nano in combination is supposed to create better results then you have the lumo an all in 1 device. They sell a eye option venus uses thermal heating as they say. I didn't think microcurrent can be used on eyelids so 🤷 and apparently rf is not recommended with anyone who is blood clot susceptible. I have nuderma clinical and it's doing great things. I have theraface for massage. Any thoughts kindly message me.
I can honestly say that I see a difference the day after I use my NuFace. I love what it does for my face...I'm also a more mature , aging face.
I love my Nuface , I see a big the results after use.
Me too, I love my Nuface. It really increases face toning. I am also trying Bear.
@@normadelarosa7396 which device do you use ? Or is it just one called Nuface ?
Price please.
Foreo bear is awesome. I have been using for 3 years .As well as UFO2 FOREO My skin is thankfull i😊
Been watching various plastic surgeons and estheticians address this topic of micro current. From what I've gleaned, these devices boost ATP, increase blood flow, drive topicals such as Vit C or Hyaluronic acid into the skin, etc. The major effect they achieved was in LIFTING a sagging face.
true... look into iontophoresis. You'll understand the mechanism behind why microcurrent basically drive those chemicals skin deep and make them work better
Any other KZhead channels you recommend? Thanks!
@@anachavez8257Penn.smith on YT. She is a Master Esthetician. Also on YT I like Dr. Rajani (Oregon) and Dr. Davin Lim (Australia). Hope this helps. 😍
Dr. You are appreciated💙👑🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽and I have the upmost respect for your honesty. Not to shade or down play any influencers but a lot of them receive sponsorships and their followers will believe what they’re saying based off of numbers. We must always take note and do our own research. What works for one may not for another. I have a few devices and probably use them once a week or bi-weekly. I’m more of a hands on person. I’m a product junkie so I take great pleasure in massaging products into my skin opposed to using tools. Your channel came highly recommended☺️and I am thankful it did☺️
I’ve been using the NuFACE for the past three years and have seen an absolute overall lift and firmness of my face!!!
But you have to use iteveryday for how long?
15 minutes
@@motheofbean thanks!!!
You’re Very Welcome!!! ; )
You guys are great, I love you both! I am bingeing on your videos....and respectfully I say to you, wouldn't it make more sense to do a trial of NuFace on someone that actually has lines, wrinkles and drooping aging facial skin? You are still young and your skin is amazing so I don't expect that you would see much improvement....those of us that are older, Baby Boomers, are the pioneers in desiring these treatments but, unfortunately for us, we have not had the advantages that you younger guys now have available to properly stay on top of these issues BEFORE they become bigger issues. I have had a Mini Lift, Naturalfil, Morpheus RF microneedling, 2 Laser treatments..C02 and Halo (which was only 3 wks ago,) I am now using the NuFace after treatment (as you suggested ) to see if I can stay ahead of the game by being even more proactive at home. How do you feel about Ultrasound devices because I have one of those? I am new to the NuFace so I can't really say if it is doing something or not especially since I am doing multiple treatments to combat these issues. I will be adding Niaminicide to my regimen from your other video plus using your other tips, have been doing Retin A for 40 yrs....thank you both for your incredible information....please keep it coming! I'm listening.
This was such a well structured video and very educational! Thank you for all the effort you put into reviewing the literature and trying out the device :) this video had a thought through flow.
Thank you so much for this video! Finally a review made by a doctor and objectively. This video cleared all my doubts! Greetings from Argentina! 🖐🖐🖐
I use Myolift. I’ve been using micro current for 30 years. It does make a difference - but over a long period of time. I am 56. If I don’t use the device, I actually notice a difference, a big difference especially in my neck! We all have to do what is right and works for ourselves! Sunscreen, Retin A and Myolift is a protocol that has worked and is working for me.
Which Myolift do you use? I believe MyoLift MD offers up to 800 micro amps.
@@thedesertdancer hi, I am not a doctor so cannot buy the MD version. I have the mini. It goes up to 400 ma. It’s worked for me
Well you look DANG good so keep doing what you are doing.
@@EtreTocsin thank you xxx it gets harder!
Do you think this device works for having thinner face? I dont want it for antiaging, I am 26, I mean it could be good to start preventing but my main issue is thay I want my face to look less chubby I wanna have a defined jaw. So I thought that can slightly make my face less chubby. Could it work? Its super expensive so... i wanna make sure its gonna work fr my purpose.
I have both NuFace and Myolift, they do work in the sense that they give my face a slimmer and more uplifted look. Gotta keep using it consistently though, otherwise the effect goes away
That has been my experience as well.
Which do you prefer?
This is the most intelligent and thorough review I've ever seen of anything at all.
Thank you so much for making clarity about those devices.
Hi, thanks SO MUCH for the balanced and insightful review. I’ve been sitting on the fence for several months now, desperate for a good review from a dermatologist. You answered my prayers :) Thanks for going into the research and sharing the findings. I normally love Lab Muffin Beauty’s content but in her microcurrent technology review it was in partnership with Foreo Bear and I don’t feel one can be fully honest in an essentially promo video. So thanks for remaining neutral and unbiased, making this without featuring a particular brand. Will from now on follow your content. Very happy I stumped upon your channel. Have a wonderful holiday season! Starling
There are plenty of other aestheticians and skin experts who support their use. Studies are not the be all and end all and are usually found to have been manipulative or lacking. The last three years have certainly proved that.
Over 50 medical doctor here. I'm using microcurrent as well as facial exercises and they have improved my skin. (my problems were beginning sagging and fine lines).
All these devices that use electric currents which is basically electricity CAUSE CANCER AND ALL KINDS OF TERRIBLE SIDE EFFECTS!!! I guess when you purchase one of these you usually get a little book and it goes over the potential side effects . Pretty scary that this major life threatening FACT is not talked about EVER! People care more about padding their pockets than people's health! Do not believe for a second that this dermatologist is unaware about the very serious LIFE THREATENING SIDE EFFECTS that come along side with this product. Instead he says he would like to see people start using it after they do micro-needling!!!! Unbelievable!! Pure EVIL and wicked ! I pray that my comment will help save even one person from the nightmare that this device could potentially cause. Please spread the word as this device has become very popular , you could literally save someone's life !
Same, I just turned 51 and noticed that over the past year I'm suddenly developing jowls and sagging in the lower part of my face. I heard a podcaster say it really worked for her and it seems that most people over 50 say it works for them and wouldn't make a difference for younger people. I think I'm gonna try it.
@@BeautyIsMyLife It definitely can't hurt to try it.
it can hurt your wallet - subjective opinion is not scientifically proven. as an alleged “doctor” you should know better. what would the Medical Board say about you recommending unproven drugs and devices invoking “I am a doctor”. I saw ur channel, ur A Quak
@@questioningcat7949 Whatever. It helps me to look my best.
Thank you for honest review, really appreciate, stay honest! 🤩
Thank you for sharing your result and for sharing that moving the facial muscles more can deepen the wrinkles lines. I'll wait to see how the science will progress as well.
Amazing , I see so many people that recommend these devices ; and here you are explaining why there is no scientific backup . Thanks
Because there’s no scientific studies doesnt mean it doesn’t work
Reviewing and scrutinising the evidence base is so important and there few clinical trials to back up the claims of these expensive devices. Listen to this guy in terms of 'what works' not the companies who are motivated to make a tonne load of money out of our insecurities. Thanks!
Thanks for your time and honesty. Also your research.
Honesty goes a long ways! Respect!! And, yes!! No one talks about wound healing!! I chucked my Nuface and got a cheap project E RF treatment device. Does it work on wrinkles etc..??? Yes and no. if you hold it there until it gets fairly warm........but wound healing..YES!! I just had a robotic hysterectomy, waited 2-3 weeks after for wound to seal, then applied the RF and holy moly, after just 2x my wound scabbed, came off and fresh pink skin underneath! So, I do think wound healing is just as important, and overlooked.
Had been using Nuface for 9 months now.. 6 times a week. 15 minutes each session. I do see a overall improvement.
Great video, I'm glad you made this. I was feeling like my skincare game was lacking without this but now I don't feel that way 😊
Once again I appreciate you sharing your expertises and experience. I love your channel. ❤️
I love the way you talk to us. We are not idiots and I appreciate you go deeply in a subject. (Sorry if I did grammar errors, I'm French ☺) Good job with your YT chanel, by the way ! 👌
I am 32 years old and I purchased the NuFace when I was 28 years old. I absolutely love it!!!! At 28, I noticed a little saggy-ness in my jawline and it has totally made my face look more uplifted! It's amazing and the gel that comes with it makes my skin feel so soft and hydrated after washing it off.
All these devices that use electric currents which is basically electricity CAUSE CANCER AND ALL KINDS OF TERRIBLE SIDE EFFECTS!!! I guess when you purchase one of these you usually get a little book and it goes over the potential side effects . Pretty scary that this major life threatening FACT is not talked about EVER! People care more about padding their pockets than people's health! Do not believe for a second that this dermatologist is unaware about the very serious LIFE THREATENING SIDE EFFECTS that come along side with this product. Instead he says he would like to see people start using it after they do micro-needling!!!! Unbelievable!! Pure EVIL and wicked ! I pray that my comment will help save even one person from the nightmare that this device could potentially cause. Please spread the word as this device has become very popular , you could literally save someone's life !
Oh my goodness! You have no idea what's coming to you in 25-30 years when your face actually does start to sag for real! Look around you and compare yourself to people of 60yrs old and enjoy your youthful looks while you can. If you don't, I promise you that if you're lucky enough to live to 60 you'll look back on your younger self and kick yourself for the time you wasted and not appreciating your youthful beauty while you had it.
@@Debhosking Thank you, I am enjoying my youthfulness while I can. I was simply stating that I have the NuFace and why I love it. ☺
I bought the NuFace and used it for a few months. Didn’t notice any difference and it was pretty tiresome at the end of the day. I now have the Currentbody LED mask and that makes a REAL difference - well worth the money and easy to use.
Do you still use it to this day ? Are the results cumulative would you say ? Are you happy with the results you are getting if you are still using it currently ?
How about now?
Wow this was great! One of my favorite videos from your channel so far.
Thank you Joanna!
I appreciate you going over the microcurrent product I have one and I use one and not sure if it's working or not it was really nice to hear your point of view thank you so very much I appreciate both of you doctors
The only thing I will disagree with is your age difference. You are young and your skin is toned. You should not notice any difference. I am 70 and I notice a big difference when I use my Myolift Mini. I am also thinking about getting the ZIIP. I just don't think you are able to do a real comparison on your skin.
Great point
Agreed
I have the ZIIP & I feel like I've been ripped off... btw I'm in my early 30s & I don't really see much of a difference... 😣
Exactly all young people are using this but they don’t need it yet
It irks me when 20 year olds complain about anti-aging products not having any results….if you have no lines or wrinkles to start with then it cannot be determined if the product helps diminish lines and wrinkles.
I'm over 40 use it 3 times a week about 3/5 mins per area and I do see a difference. Under 40 unless needed I don't see it as necessary. A good skin care routine did it for me. After 40 kids, work, etc that was not enough. Microcurrent does work for me. Especially depuffing my eyes and face. (Huge allergies problems)
As a one time research scientist, I would also say that they would need to include test groups that use sham creams as the hyaluronic acid is a major variable.
Thank you for your time - such a balanced review. So much more out there that procedurally actually works and so much less expensive .. it's a minefield out there in the fight for staying young - haha! I got a LED LightTherapy mask .. now I must say this has worked and no ongoing expense once you bought it. Perhaps you could do a review on this hype? Please say it works as it was expensive and I look like Jason from Halloween horror films wearing it every night - it's got to be worthwhile surely!
I have been using the foreo bear for 2 months now and I took before/after pictures. It has 100000% made a difference in the way my face looks when relaxed, my eyebrows sit higher and my cheeks are lifted, so it definitely works.
Same, I haven’t even used it a month and my double chin is crazy smaller, like it’s crazy, and my face had been getting really round and now it’s got a jawline akin to four years ago
Love my device too🥰
Can u link it here?
I have the Nuface but it doesn't hold a charge anymore (got it in 2014) so was thinking of getting the Bear. Does it cause volume loss?
Can you post pictures?
I’ve had my nuface for five years. I love it.
I’ve been using nuface mini for almost two months. I’ve noticed nothing so I’m happy to have seen this video. I was trying to decide whether to send it back or not but now I know what I’m going to do.
Thank you so much for the informative video. I’ve learned so much ever since discovering this channel. I wish I had found you before I bought the Nuface. Luckily mine is the mini one. I’ve been using it for a few months now and I don’t see any of the tightening effects advertised by the company. What I do notice is that it helps depuffing my face early in the morning and my skin looks softer and brighter. But it could be just the serums I’m using as you suggested. I won’t stop using the device though. I paid $150 for it and I’m gonna use it till it breaks!!
Please make a video on dark underarms. 1. Why people get dark underarms. 2. Which hair removal method should be followed for preventing dark underarms. 3. Treatments and product recommendations for dark underarms.
I’m 33, a little plump in the face…and I can actually see results with my Foreo bear. Very happy with Foreo in general. Each face/skin is different in the end.
Hello, Im 32 this year and i have a very round rbf. Would you recommend this for some slimming in the cheek area? What changes have you seen on your face if you dont mind me asking. Looking forward to hearing from you
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with people and being truthful because we wouldn’t know if things are really working or not plus we simply can damage our face or body’s, but thank to you and your knowledge we know what’s going on! Thank you I appreciate and subscribed to your channel ❤
Hi! Thanks for this video. I think my main question issue with the muscle loss vs fat loss argument is - does it matter what the cause of the volume loss is? For example, fillers aren't fat, but they can be used to cover up fat loss. Increased volume from muscle being able to make up for fat loss would explain the results of the facial yoga study...
Hey Michelle! I think that’s a fair question and makes a lot of sense. One reason I don’t love the idea of muscular hypertrophy is just because it could theoretically make wrinkles worse by strengthening muscle movement, especially in the forehead and around the eyes. Also, asymmetry of volume redistribution with age (ex: cheek bone loss with redistribution to the lower face) would not be adequately addressed, unless you only focused on those areas that you want to build up. I have heard a lot of anecdotal evidence of benefit with these but would really love to see more data on them haha in which case, I’d gladly come back here to debunk myself 🤣
So glad Michelle asked that! I was just watching her video after this one wondering why she did recommend it but Doctorly didn’t. Great convo
@@Doctorly Are there any studies to back the theory that using Microcurrent will actually exercise the muscles, which will produce more wrinkles in the long run? It seems logical but just curious if there have been studies? Thank you.
@@thedesertdancer it doesn't "exercise" the muscles. The current is supposed to stimulate the cells to produce more collagen
@@melbournewoman I was responding to Dr. Shah since he said that strengthening and exercising the muscles with Microcurrent would result in more wrinkles in the long run. That was his comment and that is why I was asking him if there are any studies that conclude that Micro-current causes more wrinkles with long term use. Whenever I read about Microcurrent, there are many benefits beyond stimulating collagen.
I have the Nuface trinity and I swear by it. I stopped using it for some months and was amazed at the difference after I decided to start using it again. The results are cumulative and very subtle so when you are using it everyday, you may not notice a difference. But... stop using it for a while and then fire it up again and you WILL notice a difference! So, it must be doing something!!
That’s exactly what I have seen. I’d have to say it’s totally worth it.
I wonder if the results you are seeing because of the use of the hyaluronic acid they suggest to use with it?
@@HauntedHeroine138 I don’t think so. I have used the Nuface with just water or plain aloe vera gel with very good results. After my Nuface device’s untimely death i now use the Foreo Bear with aloe vera gel that i wash off immediately after. Again, i’m very happy with the effects of it even though i don’t use any product that would cause the skin to look more plump.
@@HauntedHeroine138 it works better than hyaluronic acid serum, I use hyaluronic keep my skin hydrated and doesn't lift my skin or make my skin firm at all
@@huang3925 why do you find hunted foul at.
I have the Bear for couple of months now, use it as instructed and I feel like my skin much firmer. You have to be consistent with using micro current treatments.
Thank you SO MUCH! I was about to buy one of those. Now, I’ll think about it a little better!
Thank you. I appreciate your honesty in reviewing micro current.
I don't necessarily agree with this. True there hasn't been enough clinical study but I can tell you from my own personal experience you will get nice results from using microcurrent devices. I am an Esthetician and I've been using the Ziip for 2 years on myself and my clients and we love it. I'm not surprised this very young, flawless skin Dr. will not see any changes, especially within 30 days. I am 55 years old, the first 2 months I used it 3 times a week and there after 1-2 times a week for only 6 minutes or less. I have seen a very noticeable improvement. Do I look like I'm 20?....NO. Do I look like I'm 30?....NO. But I can tell you that my face looks Refreshed, Alive, Lifted and Firmer. My skin is glowing and brighter. My pores look smaller. And I do not have the puffiness under my eyes. It works wonders on my clients that struggle with acne. It literally blasts their surface acne by killing the bacteria. It also helps calm inflammation if they have cystic acne. There are many benefits from it and I wouldn't be so quick to turn away from microcurrent.
Good point about his age.
Amen!!!
I thought the same. Very young person with tight skin on the face wouldn't see a difference
For the $300 or $200 plus cost on many of these devices, they should provide impressive results and they do not. Plus, I heard many also stop working after a year or less. Not worth it. I agree with this video's author.
@@user-vz3fh6oj7d LMAO Uh, NO. That's hardly any cost at ALL. If you're that poor you shouldn't even be considering these kinds of age management devices...🤣😂🤣
I’ve personally been using Nuface for almost two years and I don’t see any changes 🤷🏼♀️ I’ve kept using it because I spent a lot of money on it and Hope one day I’ll wake up and it will magically anti age my face😂
im 24 and just started using nuface. i see a slight change in just 2 weeks. i ordered a small version for my eye area and with one treatment i already see a huge difference!
Thank you so much for all the time you personally spent researching these products and then letting us know by dispensing free unfirnation.
I have the Nuface Mini , it definitely works, before and after photos don’t lie. Consistent use has made my skin texture a lot smoother and my jawlines are visibly lifted. But the result only lasts a couple of days, need to keep using it to keep the results up.
If it makes you more consistent with over all skin care it makes sense that it works 👍
Tina I have the Nuface full size with the light attachment. Consistency is the key. I've really seen great results because I am consistent
I think it’s fair to say that the research isn’t there on the mechanism of action. But I also think your statement, “I’m not saying it doesn’t work” is also key. I do appreciate that you want the science to be there and agree that more clinical trials based on efficacy rather than mechanism would be very helpful (the mechanism doesn’t have great data but it appears from the many many older people who have used it and seen great results that it does work for many). So I respect your video. I am still planning to buy a micro current device in the near future because of the results based before and afters I’ve seen. The reason is while we don’t know why it works (which could come with some potential risks long-term), there’s an example in my field of psychotherapy where EMDR is well established as a WHO backed, gold standard treatment for PTSD and really everything that it’s tried with (depression, anxiety, phobias, etc etc) and the mechanism of action is just not well understood (people claim to get it but we’re not there yet). Where this does differ is that EMDR has A LOT of efficacy studies. Why I using that as a comparison is doctors know about CBT and reply push it based on the research (what is never discussed is that CBT studies often have a 70% dropout rate because it’s not very effective for most people, yet the 30% who stay in studies are the self-selected few without bottom up brain changes aka trauma that lives in non-verbal brain centres). So conclusion - research not only often doesn’t have the answer - research itself can be quite flawed. With this kind of tech there’s a huge number of people using it (large population - large n), so it appears to be effective form those many people’s before and afters. Not a perfectly controlled study, sometimes incentivized by the manufacturers, but traditional research is also often flawed and bent to line pockets and prove hypotheses (rather than the null hypotheses as they should be doing - yeah I spent years doing research). So thanks for working within your field and being responsible, but western medicine has these inherent research flaws and gets heady. Rant over lol
Glad I found this...... I was using Evenskyn and it seems my wrinkles are worse! This was the most honest video I have ever seen on this subject.
this video has been very informative!! Thank you for being honest !!! You’re one of my favourite dermatologist ☺️☺️
I don’t even need to watch the whole video -I use Nuface about 5 times a week and I will never stop this as I clearly see a lifting effect every time I use it. Easy and no pain - use aloe gel for the conductor and it works beautifully
Yes!
I totally agree. I use the Foreo Bear and have had great results.
I got to admit I have a NuFACE and when I was using it apart of my skin health regimen it does work I did see a lifted plump effect and a brighter complexion especially on the jawline I do use a lot of dmae products as well and red light IR light therapy with it and I do see benefits
Hard to know if your effects are result of micro current alone. But, always do what you feel is right for you.
I use Nuface with Ultrasound Gel Condutor and I have gotten great results. I use it for Maintenance on my face but I must admit you have to be dedicated to using it as part of daily regimen which is not easy. Thanks @doctorly for a great review and keeping it real with science and siting actual studies.