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Pricey, painful facelifts are no longer the only option (9 Photos)

Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick on Oct 5, 2010 at 11:08AM

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Microcurrent technology -- aka, the "non-surgical facelift" -- is one of the hottest treatments in today's anti-aging industry, says Jaclyn Peresetsky, clinical esthetician and president of Skin Perfect Clinic in Worthington, OH. "Safe, painless, microcurrent facial toning machines send impulses to your face muscles, helping overly tightened muscles relax and underworked muscles regain strength," she explains. Circulation is improved, which stimulates collagen production and improves or eliminates fine lines. Just one microcurrent facial (about $110) instantly lifts, tightens, tones and firms for a more youthful appearance. "The results are permanent as long as you maintain it once a month," says Peresetsky -- it's crucial to keep up that muscle memory! However, the micro-circulation and collagen/elastin stimulation is permanent.