NuFACE Microcurrent Facial Device Mini/ Trinity

NuFace is an FDA-approved microcurrent facial device that temporarily firms and sculpts facial muscles, enhancing skin tone and reducing puffiness with consistent use.

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Rankings by Sentiment Analysis

Reddit Rank

Total Upvotes

746

Editorial Summary: NuFace’s got fans and haters. If you’re consistent, it can lift, tighten, and brighten your face like a mini workout. But you need to commit daily or every other day or results vanish. Some folks had side effects or felt it aged them. Gels help, but you don’t need fancy ones. Costs add up, and it’s more a temporary fix than magic.

Pros

✓FDA approved and used successfully for over a decade
✓Improves facial muscle tone, firmness, and contour with consistent use
✓Reduces puffiness and enhances skin glow
✓Temporary lifting and tightening effects, likened to a workout for the face
✓Works well with conductive gels, including affordable ultrasound gels

Cons

✗Results require high consistency and daily or every-other-day use
✗Some users experience facial muscle fatigue or tension headaches
✗Potential for facial volume loss or hollowing in rare cases
✗Short-term benefits; effects diminish quickly if usage stops
✗Device and gel cost can be prohibitive for some

Methodology: Analyzed 100 Reddit quotes from skincare-focused subreddits including 30PlusSkinCare, SkincareAddictionLux, and Sephora between January 2015 and July 2025, synthesizing user experiences and sentiments for balanced insights.

Asked by Redditors

How often should I use the device for best results?

Consistency is key; daily use for 4-6 weeks then maintenance 3-4 times per week is recommended.

Do I need to use special gels with it?

Yes, conductive gels improve effectiveness, but affordable ultrasound gels work just as well.

Are the results permanent?

No, results are temporary and require ongoing use to maintain.

Can this device cause any side effects?

Some users report tension headaches, muscle fatigue, or skin issues like milia; rare volume loss has also been mentioned.

Is it safe for people with TMJ or thyroid issues?

Some with TMJ found it helpful, but users avoid the thyroid area to be safe; consult a doctor if concerned.

Reddit Reviews:

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I just want to get this out there to those using NuFace or Foreo Bear. The temporary benefits might not be worth it in the long run.

u/[deleted]Sentiment: likely negative Upvotes: 780

Ok, so I recently bought the NuFace mini for facial toning (primarily for jowls) and discovered something that NuFace and a LOT of people online don't know about or don't explicitly make clear.

u/[deleted]Sentiment: likely neutral Upvotes: 767

FDA approved and I know people who have used it for over a decade and they WORK

u/cmewiththemhandzSentiment: likely positive Upvotes: 169

My Nuface doesn't get hot at all. Not even warm...is it supposed to warm up?

u/TrinityNeo333Sentiment: likely neutral Upvotes: 164

I have one of these, it’s. Microcurrent for your face. Smooths, tightens and sculpts the face

u/sauluteeSentiment: likely positive Upvotes: 75

I bought a nuface over a year ago and use it consistently on my cheekbones & jawline. I avoid my forehead and 11s since I get Botox. I am in love with the results! It really makes my cheekbones pop and gives a nice contour to my face. I plan to buy the extension that can work on frown lines. It has started to act a little wonky but it’s still going.

u/nicolesky6Sentiment: likely positive Upvotes: 38

I got a NuFace mini in the beginning of October and I used it every single day for a month, as per the instructions, and whew! I was shook by the results pretty early on. I feel like my face is just much tighter and my skin seems to glow much more than it did before. I have continued being consistent with it and I am very happy with the results.

u/imaginaryAudienceSentiment: likely positive Upvotes: 35

I bought the Nuface mini in June 2021 and use it consistently 4-5x a week. I’m using it on my jawline and cheekbones. I don’t use it on my forehead because I have no signs of ageing there, nor on my chin. It also made me feel slightly dizzy when I used it the one time on my forehead I’ve seen really great results, I have visible cheekbones and a much more snatched jawline.

u/biest229Sentiment: likely positive Upvotes: 33

As someone who is 36 and just started using a micro current device- I love it.

u/im_a_betchSentiment: likely positive Upvotes: 27

I have the nuface microcurrent- I feel like when I use it regularly it helps with my 11 lines and my forehead wrinkles. Problem is I am bad at doing it regularly.

u/opalandoliveSentiment: likely positive Upvotes: 22

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