Galvanic Treatments for the Face
The History of the Galvanic Current
Galvanic current used in galvanic treatments is named for Luigi Galvani. He discovered these positive and negative charged currents during early medical research in the 1780's. How do galvanic treatments work?Galvanic treatments use two different currents – positive and negative. When used during a facial, the current is first set to a negative charge. The facial gels or lotions applied to the facial also need to have the same charge – negative. When the galvanic instrument is placed on the face, the two negative charges (from the instrument and the gel/lotion) repel each other driving the gel/lotion deep into the pores of the epidermis and dermis layers of the skin. This is similar to two magnets of the same charge repelling each other. The negatively charged gel/lotion then binds to the impurities such as dirt, oil and old make-up deep in the skin. Then an extra negatively charges gel/lotions are gently wiped off the skin. Secondly, the galvanic instrument is then set to the positive charge and a positively charged gel/lotion is applied to the skin. When the instrument is then applied to the face, the positively charges instrument attracts the negatively charged gel/lotion full of the impurities and draws them out of the pores and the skin. At the same time, the new positively charged gel/lotion typically full of beneficial ingredients for the skin is push deep into the pores by the positively charged galvanic instrument. While all of this is happening, the positive and negative currents are also helps to stimulate cellular energy of the muscles and tissues and improving facial circulation. Galvanic current therefore produces a facial that opens up the face’s pores and improve skin’s texture, removes dulling impurities, hydrates and replenishes the skin, can help to reduce fine line and wrinkles and tightening and toning of facial muscles (giving you a non-surgical facelift with several treatments and no surgery). Is there any pain or risks associated with galvanic current treatments?No. Galvanic treatments are painless procedures. Some people due feel a light tingling sensation but most people seem to enjoy it. The gently massaging action also of the instrument most people find to be pleasing as well. Unlike other face deep cleansing processes such as microdermabrasion and chemical peels, you can immediately after the treatment go into the sun or even apply make-up, if so desired.Risks are also very minimal – people who have braces or other large amounts of metal dental work and those with heart conditions and pace makers should not use galvanic current treatments. What are the costs associated with a galvanic treatment?In spas, a galvanic current treatment is typically part of the facial treatment. The price range on is from $100 to $350 depending on your location and type of treatment you are getting. These costs are typically more affordable than the costs associated with face lifts and with the added benefit of no pain or surgery with great results.However, with the newly developed hand held galvanic spa system, you can now do these Face, Body and Scalp treatments in your home for about $10 per treatment which is much less than the spa/salon prices and far less than cosmetic surgery (without the invasive procedure risks). Additional ResourcesGalvanic Current Treatments for the BodyWhat can the treatments do, how do they work, what is cellulite and why galvanic currents reduce its appearance, no pain involved, what does it cost and where is it available? Anti-aging Skin Care Products and Skin Care Tips This Skin Care Anti-aging Guide will help you decide what you can do have the best skin possible including skin care products, antioxidants, skin care basics, anti-aging tips and more! Anti-aging Products - Best Ingredients to look for in Skin Care Products Here is a guide to what ingredients you should put on your skin and why! 14 Free Anti-aging Tips for Your Skin 14 Free Simple Anti-Aging Tips you can do everyday to keep your skin in tip top condition. Antioxidant Skin Care – Working on your Skin from the Inside Out An antioxidant skin care guide including a list of antioxidants, vitamins and nutrients to acquire for your skin and what each does to improve your skin! Peptides and Your Skin– A complete overview by Dr. Gardner What are they, where can I find them and are they really an alternative to Botox? What kinds of Skin Care Products to avoid and why! Not all skin care products are best for slowing or preventing the signs of aging on the skin. Here is a list of kinds of skin care products to avoid and why they can increase the aging process on your skin. Return to Home Page from Galvanic Treatments
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