What’s the difference between microcurrent and electro-stimulation?

EMS and microcurrents: two stimulation technologies not to be confused! They are used in the fields of health, body and facial aesthetics. Although they seem similar, there are major differences between these two approaches. Do you know them?

Electro-stimulation, also known as electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) is a technique involving the use of an electrical current that will stimulate the muscle.

This technique is commonly used to improve muscular strength and endurance. But also inhibit pain and muscular effort. Its intensity is measured in milliAmps, which allows a muscle to contract at rest. Generally, session durations are limited and supervised, whether in a gym or in a medical setting.

Microcurrents, on the other hand, are low-intensity electrical currents. Measured in micro amps, they stimulate the skin and subcutaneous tissues. They use the same frequency as the body.

In the 2000s, doctors and engineers combined their know-how in electro-neurophysiology and micro-current to develop the patented MCAA program or MCRP.

This MCAA® program, used in facial devices, improves skin quality, strengthens the skin barrier, improves the appearance of the complexion, and reduces fine lines and wrinkles.

Under the action of the microcurrent, the stimulated cell produces up to 500% more ATP: cellular energy essential for its growth.

Cell division is encouraged, new cells are formed: this is cell regeneration.

MCRP® programmed regenerative microcurrent is used in SkeenPatch Corps devices. This program is the result of 20 years of clinical research and laboratory testing.

MCRP® promotes cell regeneration and follows the path of the nerve in order to restore proper functioning of the body. This program helps treat pain, restore normal organ functions, stimulate blood circulation and accelerate tissue healing. 

The main difference between electro-stimulation and micro-current lies in the way in which these 2 techniques stimulate the body.

The other important differences are therefore their intensity, but also their application and use. Electro-stimulation is often used to target specific muscles, improve muscle strength or inhibit chronic pain.

Microcurrent is used to treat inflammation, accelerate tissue regeneration, and has very few contraindications, due to its gentle intensity. Apart from wearing a pacemaker and being pregnant, this technology can be used on sensitive areas such as the face or neck.

Depending on your needs and wishes, no longer confuse these 2 techniques and choose the one that suits you best!