At-Home HighFrequency Facials.

Since everyone these days are becoming more savy about at-home self care and ways to take professional treatments home with them, the High Frequency Wand is definitely something you want to add to your regimen.

The safe, gentle oscillating and oxygenating power of high-frequency electrical currents has been shown to enhance blood circulation, increase collagen and elastin production, eliminate toxins and acne-causing bacteria, encourage lymphatic drainage, and improve skin care product absorption. The primary action of high-frequency current is thermal (heat producing) and oxygen creating which assists in killing stubborn acne bacteria under the skin. Relieving even the most stubborn of acne conditions like cystic acne and reducing and shrinking the problem to lessen the severity and duration of the breakout.  Due to the rapid rate of oscillation, it also works to tone the skin and tighten pores, therefore, making it a perfect Treatment Enhancement to any facial routine.

The electrode produces argon gas (a gas that’s good for your skin) and emits a small electrical current. When applied to the skin, it generates oxygen, kills bacteria, and calms inflamed skin for the high-frequency home facial of your dreams.

THE BACKGROUND

High frequency, also known as the Tesla high frequency current, was first developed in the late 1800s by renowned scientist Nikola Tesla. While it can be used in various ways, before the invention of "modern" antibiotics, it was largely used for medical purposes, such as the treatment of strep throat and other infections. Today, however, it is widely used by prestigious spas and professional salons as an important component of many skincare treatment regimens, procedures and programs.

THE SCIENCE

All high frequency facial machines function by using a glass high frequency electrode to treat various contours of the face and body. When applied to the surface of the skin, a mild electrical current passes through the neon, or argon gas filled glass electrode, causing it to emit a subtle glow and buzzing noise. Depending on the inert gas that they are filled with, the electrodes produce either a neon red/orange or violet/blue light. Traditionally, acne prone skin is treated with violet and aging skin is treated with red, however, recent studies show that both are effective regardless of the skincare concern.

During the high frequency treatment, enriched oxygen molecules are produced that create an anti-bacterial action and a "natural" thermal tissue warming. This reaction helps your blood vessels push away toxins, while the cells in your skin are enriched with nutrients and hydrating volume. This in turn creates an increase in blood circulation and cell renewal that supports increased levels of collagen and elastin. The skin is left feeling instantly energized and noticeably softer after just one treatment.

You can find some amazing ones out there but don’t need anything too fancy.

Here’s the link to the one I purchased from Amazon for under 100$

XO! Sarah