NuFACE Mini+ Review: Does Microcurrent Really Lift Your Face?

Microcurrent: The Science

Microcurrent therapy delivers low-level electrical current to facial muscles, theoretically stimulating them the way exercise stimulates body muscles. The NuFACE Mini+ is an FDA-cleared at-home device that brings this spa treatment to your bathroom counter.

The “+” version adds a fourth intensity level and improved ergonomics over the original Mini.

First Impressions

The NuFACE Mini+ is tiny — about the size of an egg — and well-made. It comes with a charging cradle, the device itself, and a small tube of their Hydrating Aqua Gel (the conductive medium required for the microcurrent to work).

Setup is simple: charge, apply gel, glide the device along your facial contours in upward motions. The app provides guided tutorials for different areas (jawline, cheekbones, brows, forehead).

The 60-Day Test

We committed to the recommended protocol: 5 minutes daily for 60 days, then maintenance 2-3 times per week after that.

Days 1-14: The immediate post-treatment “lift” is real — you can see a subtle difference right after your session. It fades within a few hours initially. This is encouraging enough to keep going.

Days 15-30: The post-treatment lift starts lasting longer. By week 3, we noticed our jawline looked slightly more defined even in the morning before treatment.

Days 31-60: This is where cumulative results become visible. Comparing day-1 photos to day-60 photos, there’s a genuine difference in facial contour. The nasolabial folds appear slightly less deep, and the jawline is noticeably more sculpted.

The Gel Situation

The NuFACE Hydrating Aqua Gel ($39/tube) lasts about 4-5 weeks with daily use. You can use other conductive gels (aloe vera gel works in a pinch), but the NuFACE gel is the smoothest for gliding. Budget about $100/year for gel.

Realistic Expectations

Let’s be clear: the NuFACE doesn’t give you a surgical facelift. What it does is provide subtle, cumulative toning that looks like you’re well-rested and maybe lost a few pounds in your face. Think 10-15% improvement, not a transformation.

The catch: results are maintenance-dependent. Stop using it for two weeks, and you’ll notice the tone softening. This is a lifestyle commitment, not a one-and-done purchase.

Who This Is For

The NuFACE Mini+ is best for people in their 30s-50s noticing early loss of facial definition who want a non-invasive way to maintain contour. If you’re disciplined about daily routines and patient enough to wait 30+ days for visible results, you’ll love it.

Skip if you’re looking for instant gratification or hate daily commitments.

Our Rating

At $245 plus ongoing gel costs, the NuFACE Mini+ is a solid investment for the right person. The results are real but require dedication. It’s one of the few beauty tech devices where we saw clear, photographable improvement.