Naturally firm skin: Why microcurrent is a must in your care routine

As the largest organ in our body, our skin not only fulfills vital functions, but is also a visible sign of our well-being. Over time, however, it undergoes an unstoppable aging process - its elasticity and firmness decrease and visible wrinkles appear.

The changes in skin structure that occur with age have various causes. A major factor is the decline in the production of collagen and elastin, the two proteins that give skin strength and flexibility. While we are young, these proteins are present in sufficient quantities and ensure that the skin remains smooth, firm and elastic. Over time, production decreases, causing skin to become thinner and more prone to wrinkling.

Although the aging process is inevitable, innovative approaches offer ways to preserve the skin's youthfulness. A particularly fascinating approach is the use of micro currents.

Microcurrent is a non-invasive technology that uses electrical impulses to specifically stimulate muscles. The impulses may appear gentle and are therefore often perceived as painless, but they still have an effective tightening effect. The stimulation causes contractions and relaxations of muscle fibers, similar to physical activity or exercise, thereby training and strengthening the muscles.

Unlike other parts of the body, the muscles in the face are directly connected to the skin. The microcurrent treatment strengthens the over 69 muscles of the face and neck, tightening the overlying skin and achieving a natural facelift. The procedure is simple: skin and device should be clean and dry. Before starting, a water-based serum is applied to optimally conduct the microcurrent. The serum is distributed evenly over the face and neck, leaving a thin layer on the skin's surface to make it easier to glide over the skin. During the treatment, you move the device - such as BEAR™ 2 or BEAR™ 2 go - in upward movements over the neck, forehead, jaw and cheeks to achieve the desired lifting effect.

For a tightened eye contour and lifted eyebrows, the BEAR™ 2 eyes & lips device gently glides around the orbital bone and on the forehead. It is used on the outer edge of the lip line to reduce wrinkles around the mouth and plump up the lips. Before treatment, it is important to apply a conductive serum or gel to clean, dry skin to ensure optimal conduction and effect of the microcurrent.

The application of microcurrents to different parts of the body can ensure effective and visible muscle building training. This method promotes lymph flow, improves fat distribution and reduces the appearance of cellulite. As the electric current stimulates the microcirculation, the blood vessels are dilated and blood flow is increased. This helps ensure that more oxygen and nutrients reach the skin cells, which optimizes the overall appearance of the skin.

Microcurrent reaches what conventional skin care cannot: the muscles. While traditional anti-aging creams and serums often only work on the surface, microcurrent works deeper and focuses on the muscles under the skin. Nevertheless, skin care products play an important role.

FOREO combines the microcurrent treatment with an effective T-Sonic™ massage, which not only relieves tension in the facial muscles, but also ensures that serums can be introduced into the deeper layers of the skin, where they can develop their full effect.

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