The Best Products To Use With Your Microcurrent Device

Facial microcurrent devices have been used in professional treatments for years – the benefits of stimulating the skin with low-level electrical currents range from increased brightness to plumper and firmer skin. Like many other (previously) professional-only treatments, including LED and microneedling, we’ve seen the trend pick up and several brands have launched at-home devices, so you can DIY this skincare treatment from the comfort of your own bathroom.

One thing it’s important to remember is that microcurrent tools like the Foreo Bear and Solawave Wand need to be used with a conductive formula (typically a microcurrent gel or microcurrent serum) to allow the current to pass effectively to the skin. The formula must be water-based and oil-free as the current passes easily through water but is blocked by oils. 

From conductive serums to face masks, we’ve rounded up the best products to use with your microcurrent device.

Microcurrent devices are non-invasive tools that deliver low-level electrical currents to the skin. The electrical current flows between two conductors (usually as rods in salon devices and as spheres in at-home ones). When both of these touch your skin, the current passes through your muscles, helping to tone them and create a more lifted appearance. Providing painless and immediate results, microcurrent devices are also loved for their ability to stimulate collagen and elastic production, boost circulation, and enhance the absorption of your favourite skincare products.

A conductive serum is a type of skincare designed to enhance the effectiveness of beauty treatments that rely on electrical currents, such as microcurrent facials. These serums are formulated with ingredients that are often water-based to help conduct electricity across the skin, allowing currents from your microcurrent device to penetrate more deeply and evenly. They can be applied directly to the skin before using your electrical skincare devices to enhance the absorption of the active ingredients in the serum and improve the results of your electrical treatment.

To get the most out of your microcurrent device, it’s essential to use products that enhance conductivity and provide additional skincare benefits. They should be water-based and free from oils, as these can block the microcurrent from effectively reaching the skin. Ranging from face masks and moisturisers to eye creams and serums, scroll on for the best products to use with your microcurrent device.

When it comes to choosing the moisturiser you’d like to use with your device, opt for formulas that are lightweight, non-greasy, and water-based (we recommend the Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel). These won’t interfere with the conductivity of the microcurrent and can boost the effectiveness of the treatment, all while providing your skin with the ultimate hydration boost.

Pairing the right serum with your microcurrent device not only significantly enhances the effectiveness of your device but provides the skin with a range of benefits. These include deeper hydration, improved skin tone, and anti-ageing effects. Lightweight serums such as the Skin Proud Smooth Talk 2% Hyaluronic Acid Gel Serum work best, allowing your microcurrent device to glide seamlessly over your face and get to work.

Using a face mask with your microcurrent device is a great way to soothe and nourish the skin. Ideal if you prefer to use your microcurrent device before bed, face masks can be left on after your treatment for long-term hydration. The best face masks are water-based and have a silky texture, like the Laneige Water Sleeping Mask, so that your device can slip easily over the skin without dragging.

If you’re looking for a quick fix for tired eyes, adding an eye cream to your microcurrent routine will give your skin the wakeup call it’s craving. As the eye area is delicate, you want to look out for gentle eye creams that are lightweight and hydrating, like the Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydrating Eye Gel. Once paired with your device, these should work to firm and brighten, while reducing puffiness and fine lines for a refreshed and youthful appearance.