However, a few months ahead of launching the new activators, Nuface contradicted their earlier advice. Boo. MyNuface #FactOrFaux IGTV episode states you CAN’T use Aloe Vera gel with Nuface. And promises a follow-up episode to test/show the conductivity of various gels 🤓🧪⚡🥼 Opened or used products that you are not completely satisfied with can be returned for an exchange within 28 days of 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! As with the other gels above, there’s no noticeable difference in my results using this versus the Nuface Activators. 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.

However, several people on public forums and facebook groups share they love these activators 😍, and swear they see better results from a Nuface session. So, they’re worth it to them. Sign up to our complimentary loyalty programme, NDULGE and make shopping with us even more rewarding. 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, the gel wets our skin, disssolving sweat and salts in the outer layers. Wet skin has much lower resistance to electric current than when dry.

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This is a good value ultrasound gel with added Hyaluronic Acid ( ingredients here). It’s designed to work with ultrasound phonophoresis and get deep into your skin, plumping it with Hyaluronic Acid. Microcurrent won’t get this product as deep, but you’ll still benefit from the quality moisturising ingredients.

And maybe it’s not all about the cost. Some users share the Nuface activators leave their skin red and bumpy, so they need another option anyway. The Silk Creme is different because it feels much richer and more luxurious, more lotion-like than gel. There’s a subtle and fresh scent, and again no zinging. And the slip is divine. I can feel the nourishment soaking into my 40-something year old skin. Yum 😋. However, once the routine is done, the excess creme sits on top of my skin. And when I try to massage it in, unfortunately it clumps and pills. Giving voice to our expertly curated product edit, Inside Space features a broad range of topical editorials, practical advice and shoppablestories. 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). I have super sensitive skin (rosacea eczema ) doesn’t irritate my skin even during summer when I was tanning dailyIt’s reassuring that Tera from Nuface did confirm during an #FactOrFaux IGTV episode that Ultrasound transmission gels do work well with microcurrent! Yay! Hyaluronic Acid, Sea Silt Extract, Shea Butter, Adenosine, Betaine, Bisabolol, Glycerin, Sunflower Oil, Lecithin, Vit E, Silver Ear muchroom, Ginger Root 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?

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. Both the gels are easy to apply. They don’t drip or sting, and you get a nice even application with the brush. One pump of juice per area gives lovely slip, and stays wet for ages – long enough to do the glides, advanced holds and ELE if you use it. But one pump is far too much for my forehead – I find just a half pump is plenty here. I also paint the last bit on the brush over my eyelids and my under eye area too. Yup, I like the Nuface Hydrating Aqua GelAnd if you prefer to wash off the gel after each session and apply your usual Vit C, retinols, and serums etc, these expensive gels are overkill. To make sure you’ve allowed enough time to see results, we simply ask that you have used the device for at least 60 days, 5 times per week for 5 minutes on the treatment area. This ensures that you have given the device a proper chance to start working for you. We also advise that it takes a minimum of 4 weeks to see visible results from this range of devices. Therefore be wary of the carefully crafted and repetitive phrases Nuface are using to make you feel their activators are essential. You do have other options. We’ll look at those later, but next lets look at the FDA clearance and clincal proof for the gels. FDA clearance & clinical proof 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.

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. 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? 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. You can buy 50ml or 200ml in glass bottles ♻️👍. It’s similar value to the Nuface Aqua Gel activator in the smaller 50ml size, but Nuface is better value in their largest size (296ml).Then 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 Magnesium Sulfate is a listed ingredient in the older primer gels, but not in the new activators. However, it’s likely that it’s in the ingredient listed as ‘Sea Silt extract’, which contains several beneficial electrically charged minerals. Prepare for NuFACE microcurrent treatments with the brand’s Hydrating Leave-On Gel Primer. Enriched with an ultra-hydrating combo of Phytomoist and Hyaluronic Acid, the lightweight formula is highly absorbent and glides with ease across the skin, ensuring maximum microcurrent conductivity for optimum results.