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So, what’s all the hubbub over this slender tool?
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Id venture that one big reason is that its combining four different buzzy skin-care technologies in one sleek package.
Solawave’s Radiant Renewal Wand is an upgraded version of itsoriginal wand.
We’ll get deeper into this technology in just a second.
Allurecommerce writer Jennifer Hussein using the Solawave Radiant Renewal Wand.
So, heres the thing: The Solawave wand is not a medical-grade equipment.
In fact, it only features seven red LED light bulbs.
For comparisons sake, the $455Dr.
Allurecommerce writer Jennifer Hussein using the Solawave Radiant Renewal Wand.
Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWear Profull-face mask has over 100.
The most important is to be consistent with usage to reap benefits, if any.
As mentioned before, this unit also uses galvanic current technology.
Allurecommerce writer Jennifer Hussein before and two weeks after using the Solawave Radiant Renewal Wand.
Like the microcurrent technology harnessed by devices such asNuFace, galvanic current technology utilizes low-voltage electrotherapy for skin-care benefits.
But thats pretty much where the similarities end.
Both microcurrent and galvanic current may promote healing, she adds.
May and might are words that cropped up often in my conversations with experts about the Solawave wand.
Thats because Solawave has not done a clinical trial to back up the claims about its Radiant Renewal Wand.
(In aconsumer perception study, testers use a product or machine and then share their feedback.
How I tested it
Allurecommerce writer Jennifer Hussein using the Solawave Radiant Renewal Wand.
I’ve been using the wand every other morning for approximately two weeks.
My first day using the unit was more or less seamless, considering that the instructions are pretty simple.
Its three-minute timer will alert you to move to the next area.
(My elixir of choice has been theFirst Aid Beauty Bounce-Boosting Serum).
For a more visual step-by-step tutorial, you could watch the brand’s instructional videohere.
The brand recommends at least three sessions a week to start seeing results within two weeks.
I went for it).
I’vejuststarted noticing a clearer, more radiant complexion.
But those pesky spots have noticeably toned down (pun intended).
While the sculpting results are minimal so far, I have been noticing a subtle lift to my jowls.
Both Dr. Camp and Dr. Murphy-Rose attribute this to the lymphatic draining effects of Solawaves heat and vibrations.
And if theyre helping my favorite serum penetrate deeper, thats a lovely bonus.
This unit is also just a pleasure to use.
Its sleek and compact and feels great in your hand.
And the brand hasnt done any clinical trials to back up its claims.
The run time is about an hour, so I’ve gotten only two uses per charge.
Where to buy it
Want to try the Solawave Radiant Renewal Wand’s contour-enhancing powers for yourself?
This nifty skin-care equipment is $169 atulta.com,nordstrom.com, andsolawave.com.
