K-Beauty At-Home Devices
K-Beauty At-Home Devices Are Booming: What To Apply Before And After RF And Microcurrent
Your RF and microcurrent devices can only do so much alone. The right K-Beauty skincare routine before, during and after your device sessions is where the real glow begins.
Search any social feed right now and you will see red lights, sculpting wands and futuristic K-Beauty devices everywhere. From RF (radiofrequency) tools to microcurrent gadgets, at-home devices are having a moment, with brands like Medicube leading the charge every promo season.
There is just one problem. Most device content focuses on the tool, not on the skincare that makes it work harder. If your skin is dry, dull, dehydrated or going through perimenopause or menopause, then your prep and aftercare matter just as much as the device itself.
In this guide, we will break down the best skincare to use with an RF device, how to prep your skin for microcurrent and the ideal K-Beauty device aftercare routine.
Why At-Home Devices Are Booming Right Now
According to the latest search trends, interest in at-home devices is surging. Shoppers are searching for:
- Best skincare to use with RF devices
- Microcurrent prep routine
- K-Beauty device aftercare
- Menopause dry skin routine
- Best moisturizer for menopausal skin hydration
And it makes sense. As we age, our skin becomes drier, thinner and more reactive. It has both less collagen and more frequent hormonal shifts. Given that, it's not hard to see the appeal of tools that boost firmness and glow without needles. However, the key is choosing the right skincare to support your barrier instead of fighting it. And the same companies that make great devices aren't necessarily the ones that make best in class skincare...
What To Apply Before Using An RF Device
RF heats the deeper layers of the skin to encourage collagen production. That means your barrier needs to feel calm, hydrated and stable before you begin. This is especially important for perimenopausal and menopausal skin that is already prone to dryness and irritation.
What To Use Before RF
- Gentle, non foaming cleanser
- Hydrating toner such as Dewy Glaze Toner
- A gel or glide product, like Best of Beauty Award Winning Cherry Blossom Sleeping Mask.
What To Avoid Before RF
- Retinol or strong retinoids
- Vitamin C serums at high strengths
- AHAs and BHAs
- Heavy fragrance or essential oil rich creams
- Anything that is already stinging or tingling on your skin
The Best Skincare To Use With A Microcurrent Device
Microcurrent devices work by sending low level electrical currents through the skin to help tone facial muscles. They need a hydrated, conductive surface and a calm barrier for best results.
Microcurrent Prep Essentials
- Start with a hydrating toner like Dewy Glaze Toner
- Apply a conductive gel like Cherry Blossom Sleeping Mask.
- Make sure skin feels plump and hydrated, not tight or stripped
What To Avoid With Microcurrent
- Facial oils directly under the device head
- Thick occlusive balms that block current conduction
- Exfoliating acids or scrubs immediately before your session
Cherry Blossom Sleeping Mask: The Perfect Device Aftercare
Jelly Ko's Cherry Blossom Sleeping Mask is a cool, bouncy hydro jelly mask made for dry, dull, sensitive and dehydrated skin. Winner of 2023's Prevention Beauty Awards for skin over 40s, it was designed with mature and easily upset skin in mind. That makes it a natural partner for RF and microcurrent routines.
- Hydro jelly texture instantly cools and comforts post device skin
- Long lasting hydration so menopausal dryness does not return by morning
- Barrier supporting ingredients help skin recover more quickly
- Lightweight feel that does not suffocate or clog the skin
- Leaves skin soft, plump and radiant instead of tight or overworked
If you are searching for the best gel for menopausal skin hydration or a perimenopause dull skin fix that works with your devices instead of against them, this mask belongs on your bathroom shelf.
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Hydrating jelly texture, made for dry, dull, peri and menopausal skin.
Shop Cherry Blossom Sleeping MaskMenopause Focused Device Routine
This routine is ideal if you are dealing with menopause dry skin and want both firmness and long lasting comfort.
- Cleanse with a non stripping cleanser.
- Apply several hydrating layers of Dewy Glaze Toner.
- Use your RF or microcurrent device as directed using a thin layer of Cherry Blossom Sleeping Mask over the whole face and neck.
The Final Word On Devices And Dry, Mature Skin
Using an RF or microcurrent device without the right skincare routine is like working out and skipping your recovery. You might see some results, but your skin will not feel or look as good as it could.
If your skin is dry, dull, dehydrated, perimenopausal or menopausal, you will benefit most from device routines that prioritise hydration and barrier support alongside addressing anti-aging concerns. A hydrating toner such as Dewy Glaze Toner and all-in-one cream like Bubble Tea Steam Cream (which just won Best Refillable Skincare!) are an easy way to upgrade your results.
Cherry Blossom Sleeping Mask gives you the glassy, bouncy finish that people expect from K-Beauty, paired with barrier friendly comfort that dry and mature skin craves.
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