Which NUFACE Microcurrent Device Is Right for You?
Your skin still looks good. It just doesn’t look quite as strong. You notice it in photos first: a softer jawline, a slightly hooded eye appearing, there’s a camera angle you’ve quietly started avoiding.
Here’s what no serum label will tell you: some of that change isn’t happening on the surface. It’s happening underneath, in the facial muscles that support lift and contour. Topical skincare can’t reach them. Microcurrent can.
NUFACE devices use FDA-cleared microcurrent to tone those muscles. Think of it as strength training for your face, minus the gym membership, the sweat, and the small talk at the water fountain. Treatments are painless, non-invasive, and fit into five minutes. With over 4.5 million devices sold and over twenty years of innovation behind them, NUFACE is the standard in at-home microcurrent.
Each device is built for a different goal and a different routine. So which one is yours? Below: how they compare, what pairs with each, and how to choose without overthinking it.
TRINITY+: The Full Facial Workout
Best for: the full-face lift-and-definition crowd who like options, settings, and knowing exactly what each one does.
If NUFACE has a flagship, this is it. TRINITY+ is the world’s first FDA-cleared, aesthetician-developed microcurrent device to deliver painless, professional-grade treatments at home. Its non-invasive facial lift tones all 69 muscles in the face and neck to visibly lift and contour, improve the appearance of sagging along the jawline, and enhance visible definition along the cheeks and jawline. It’s your face, fitter.
Three Frequencies. Three Intensities. One Boost.
One setting rarely fits every face, or every day. TRINITY+ has a trifecta of frequencies and intensities, so each treatment can be dialed to your skin’s needs. On days you want more, the Boost Button increases power by up to 25%. Consider it like adding weight to the bar.
- Instant Lift: Tones, lifts and contours beneath the skin's surface.
- Pro Toning: Deep toning and long-term sculpting at the muscular level.
- Skin Tightening: Smooths fine lines and wrinkles while firming skin.
What to Expect
Immediate lift today. Stronger definition over time with consistent use. Below the skin's surface at the muscular level, microcurrent is known to support collagen and elastin production, and to increase circulation, which helps support lymphatic drainage. Not bad for a five minute routine.
TRINITY+ is also attachment-enabled, which means it can specialize in targeted lift and red light. More on that below.
MINI+: All the Sculpt. None of the Bulk.
Best for: microcurrent first-timers, frequent travelers, and anyone whose routine is already long enough, thank you.
MINI+ runs on the same FDA-cleared, professional-grade microcurrent technology as TRINITY+, in a device small enough to lose in your tote (please don’t). It sculpts and tones all 69 muscles in the face and neck to visibly lift and contour, sculpt cheeks and jawline, and improve the appearance of sagging skin.
Microcurrent Made Easy
No manual-reading marathon required. Three intensities: pick one and go. A full facial sculpt takes 5 minutes, and MINI+ is designed for daily use. Treatments are painless; the device glides across the skin like a gentle facial massage, which is more than most workouts can say.
Built for Consistency
The unglamorous secret to results is showing up. Results build with consistent use, and a device that fits in a carry-on means hotel rooms and guest bathrooms no longer count as rest days. Small device. Serious sculpt. Ready wherever you are.
FIX MicroWand: For the Morning After or the Night Before
Best for: eyes, lips, and fine lines, plus red-eyes, late nights, last-minute plans, and any event with a photographer.
FIX MicroWand plays a different position than TRINITY+ and MINI+. Rather than toning facial muscles, it delivers FDA-cleared microcurrent at the skin’s surface for an instant visible plumping effect that lasts up to 8 hours. Treatment time: 3 minutes, up to twice daily.
Its sleek, pen-like design and three targeted treatment modes put controlled microcurrent exactly where you need it:
- Helps reduce the look of puffiness under the eyes
- Enhances the appearance of lip fullness
- Smooths the appearance of fine lines around the eyes and mouth
3-Minute Treatment. 8-Hour Results. Perfect for travel or your daily routine, whether you're depuffing after a flight or flooding skin with volumizing microcurrent before applying makeup before a night out.
Expand Your TRINITY+ Routine
TRINITY+ attachments swap in for the Facial Trainer to target specific areas or add light therapy. Same device, new specialties: precision work for the details, and a proper recovery.
Effective Lip & Eye Attachment
The areas around the eyes and mouth are often where fine lines and laxity show up first. They also happen to be the hardest to reach. The Effective Lip & Eye Attachment reaches smaller spaces through its closely spaced dual-prong microspheres, delivering precision microcurrent to these delicate contours. The attachment targets delicate areas around the eyes and lips, smooths the look of crow’s feet and smile lines, and helps lift the appearance of brows and lip corners. It is also designed for under-eyes, nasolabial folds, and marionette lines.
Small Spaces. Serious Precision. Results that build with every session.
LED Red Light Wrinkle Reducer Attachment
Every good workout ends with a cooldown. This is TRINITY+’s Wrinkle Reducer Attachment. A calibrated trio of 34 red, amber, and infrared lights work beneath the skin’s surface to support cellular renewal:
- Red light helps smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles
- Amber light helps calm and revitalize skin
- Infrared light helps support overall brightness and clarity
Three minutes per treatment area helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, enhances visible skin radiance, and is non-invasive and suitable for daily use. A magnetic, contoured design glides along facial curves, no awkward angles required.
More Than Recovery. Visible Renewal.
Activators and Prep: The Supporting Cast
Microcurrent needs a conductive layer between device and skin. Skip it, and your device is essentially giving your face a pep talk it can’t hear. Every NUFACE treatment starts with clean skin and an activator; the right one depends on your device.
Aqua Gel Activator
The everyday activator for TRINITY+ and MINI+, and the step not to skip. Aqua Gel Activator offers proprietary IonPlex® Technology, an electrolyte-rich blend that enhances conductivity, while hyaluronic acid and glycerin deliver up to 24-hour moisture for soft, visibly plump skin. The featherlight, non-sticky gel keeps consistent contact during treatment and suits all skin types, including sensitive and oily skin. It also works on its own as a hydrating layer.
FIX Serum Activator
Technically an activator. Practically a serum with ambition. Made for FIX MicroWand and compatible with every NUFACE microcurrent device, FIX Serum pairs IonPlex® Technology with a proprietary Triple Peptide Complex, hyaluronic acid, and light-reflecting pigments to help smooth the look of fine lines and brighten the look of under-eyes. Use it daily, with or without microcurrent.
Prep-N-Glow® Exfoliating & Hydrating Facial Wipes
Last night’s makeup is not a conductor. Makeup, oil, and residue can interfere with microcurrent performance, so these dual-sided, no-rinse Prep-N-Glow Wipes clear the way in a few swipes: the smooth side lifts away makeup and buildup, and the textured side gently exfoliates and refines the look of pores. Hyaluronic acid and superfruit extracts hydrate as they cleanse. Individually wrapped, so they travel well.
IonPlex® Hydra-Gel Power Mask
A two-piece hydrogel mask that actually stays put, so you can do something else while it works. the NUFACE Hydra-Gel Power Mask visibly plumps, soothes, and smooths the look of fine lines, while calming allantoin supports the skin barrier and IonPlex® Technology helps optimize microcurrent performance. Use it before a treatment for a more hydrated, lifted, sculpted appearance, or whenever skin needs a reset. Biodegradable and suitable for all skin types.
IonPlex® Hydra-Gel Power Patches
Five minutes, two patches, noticeably brighter-looking eyes. These Power Patches visibly tighten and brighten the under-eye area, with magnesium to help reduce the look of dark circles and amino acids to help smooth the look of fine lines. Apply after microcurrent to replenish moisture, or use on nasolabial folds, forehead, and smile lines to hydrate and plump skin. Store them in the fridge; cold patches make early alarms slightly more forgivable.
How to Choose
Not sure where to start? We have a 2-minute quiz to point you in the right direction.
- Want the full workout, with a say in every setting? TRINITY+.
- Want full-face results with no learning curve, at home or on-the-go? MINI+.
- Focused on eyes, lips, and fine lines, or have somewhere to be in an hour? FIX MicroWand.
Can’t pick just one? You’re in good company. Many routines pair both approaches: TRINITY+ or MINI+ for muscle toning and lift, FIX MicroWand for an on-demand surface refresh. Strength training and a quick touch-up were never mutually exclusive.
Your HSA and FSA Would Like a Word
The money in your Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account doesn’t have to go toward another box of bandages and a backup thermometer. NUFACE microcurrent devices are HSA/FSA eligible, so you can put pre-tax dollars toward eligible devices.
Many FSA plans set a deadline to use funds each plan year, and unspent dollars can simply disappear. Check your balance and plan dates before they do. Eligibility and reimbursement rules vary by plan administrator.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a microcurrent facial device do? Microcurrent tones the facial muscles beneath the skin's surface that support visible lift and contour. Topical skincare works on the skin’s surface; microcurrent works at the muscular level.
Does microcurrent hurt? No. NUFACE treatments are painless and non-invasive. Despite all our workout talk, the sensation is closer to a gentle facial massage than a set of burpees.
How soon will I see results? Sooner than most workouts. TRINITY+ and MINI+ deliver visible lift after a single treatment, with definition that builds with consistent use. Use 5 times a week for the first 8 weeks, then 2-3 times weekly to maintain results. FIX MicroWand delivers instant visible results that last up to 8 hours.
Can I use microcurrent with Botox or fillers? Microcurrent does not interfere with fillers or injectables when used as directed and can help extend the appearance of injectable results, depending on your treatment. Ask your provider about timing.
Are NUFACE devices FDA-cleared? Yes. NUFACE devices use FDA-cleared microcurrent technology.
Can I buy NUFACE with my HSA or FSA? Yes. NUFACE devices are HSA/FSA eligible. Learn more here.
Which activator should I use? Use Aqua Gel Activator or FIX Serum activator with with TRINITY+, MINI+, or FIX MicroWand.
