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How Long Do Microcurrent Treatments Around the Eyes Last?
I actually need an upper blepharoplasty, but I decided to look for a short-term solution through the holidays. Will 3 or 4 sessions in one month give noticeable results for at least a few weeks?
Asked 39 months ago by
Vetta in US
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Galvanic microcurrent effects for the eyelids
Research that I did in the mid-80's showed an 80% enhancement of movement of charged active chemicals through the skin surface with galvanic electromagnetic fields. When applied to certain topical medications around the eyelids, similar effects and enhanced results are seen to last for several hours and even days. These can produce better hydration, skin tightening, muscle toning, and even improvements in lower lid bags to a subtle degree. If...
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Thanks for the question Vetta -
Microcurrent treatments have been around for over 100 years aimed at treating everything from weight loss to depression to most recently skin tightening.
Many people (usually non-MDs) supporting this treatment quote a U of Washington study "Using frequency specific micro amperage performed at the University of Washington indicated a 10-14% increase in the production of collagen, 48% increase in elastin production, and a 38% increase in blood circulation over...
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