I’ve used the Original ZIIP before and was already impressed by it, so I was very excited to receive the new Halo. This is a lifting, toning and sculpting device that uses both microcurrent and nano current technology. At first, I was surprised by how much more lightweight and sleeker it felt than the original. I gave it a test run for 30 days straight to see the immediate and slightly more long term results. Keep reading for my before and after and honest thoughts about using this device!

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The technology that powers the ZIIP Halo

First, let’s talk about the nerdy stuff – microcurrent and nanocurrent.

The combination of these two technologies is what sets the ZIIP Halo apart from other toning devices. In tandem, they work to target wrinkles, sagging, blemishes, and even texture. Plus overall, it helps to boost your skin health at a cellular level and help skincare absorb more deeply. Basically, this is the best time to be alive and wanting to take better care of your skin thanks to the advanced technologies like ZIIP’s that we get to enjoy today.

Microcurrent Technology

Microcurrent is the one you’ve probably already heard of and it’s the stronger of the two currents. It stimulates facial muscles, clears bacteria from the skin, and boosts ATP production, which helps cells interact and repair themselves.. It’s excellent at exercising the muscles beneath the skin.

Nanocurrent Technology

Nanocurrent is a gentler, softer current that mimics the body’s natural electrical pulses, and boosts skin cell renewal and repair. It reacts with skin cells and tissues to create a kinetic heat effect that boosts the skin’s ability to produce new collagen and hyaluronic acid.

I love the combination of both technologies and wavelengths for a more holistic approach and the wider benefits. This is more personal to my preferences, but I feel iffy about over-using microcurrent just to get that coveted snatched look, so I like that the ZIIP’s main wavelength is nanocurrent. I also have the NuFace, but the ZIIP (and their conductive gels) feels more sophisticated and something I would recommend for mature skin or if you don’t mind shelling out a little bit more. I’ll go into a deeper comparison of the popular microcurrent devices I’ve used further down this post.

This really does provide an immediate plumping effect. It’s sort of like how when you get out of a long hot steamy shower, your skin looks so plump and refreshed – but more subtle. I’ve been using it consistently for testing purposes, but it’s so great as a quick pick-me-up if I’ve had a late night or my skin is looking haggard. My face just looks immediately more refreshed and alive.

Do NOT underestimate the power of the microcurrent conductive gels! These are far from your icky, goopy conductive gels. They’re actually high-end skincare serums in their own right and each one targets different skin concerns. The Silver Gel is best for hydration, Crystal Gel for a glow boost, Golden Gel for a collagen boost and Clear Gel to calm breakouts. My favorite is the Golden Gel, which has Bio-placenta with five growth factors, Hematite, Niacinamide and 24-karat gold.

How to choose the best microcurrent device

There’s quite a few options on the market now, so I’m breaking down how the ZIIP compares to NuFace and Medicube Age-R.

ZIIP has Microcurrent and Nanocurrent with up to 26 waveform combinations while NuFace utilizes microcurrent only. The ZIIP uses a wider intensity range of 900nA – 400μA while NuFace uses 70μA, 200μA and 335μA. It also treats more skincare concerns other than lifting and sculpting like acne, scarring, pigmentation and texture. The conductive gels also contain more advanced skincare actives as I mentioned before. The Medicare Age-R uses a variety of technologies (Electroporation, microcurrent, EMS, electric needles, LED) but the microcurrent is not targeted microcurrent.

Who shouldn’t use ZIIP

ZIIP should not be used by those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, have active cancer, are undergoing chemotherapy, have a pacemaker or epilepsy.

My Before and After 30 Days

It’s difficult for the camera to show subtle changes, but I do feel like my uneven skin tone has improved and the splotchiness around my nose and jawline has faded. As far as lifting goes, I can’t say that there was a dramatic change, but it’s not as if a device is going to give the same results as a real facelift. Overall, I love using this device and feel that it’s a splurge that’s well worth it if you’re looking to incorporate skin tech into your routine.

I love that they have an easy to use app that offers targeted treatments when you want to focus on specific areas. It syncs to your Halo device and you simply follow along with the video. The Lift is one of my favorite treatments to do, but I’m also in love with doing the lips sequence because I feel like it just makes them look more plump and juicy.