Which home facial device helps treatment results last longer, when it can be introduced after fillers, lasers, or peels, and how to fit it into your weekly routine, with recommendations from the doctors at Imedic poliklinika.
Following treatment, many patients go home with the same question: what can they do themselves without compromising what was done at the clinic? Immediately afterwards comes a second question, about a device they have seen on Instagram, received as a gift or already have sitting in a drawer. The short answer is that facial devices for home use can help, but not all and not immediately after the treatment. The greatest benefits come from those that help the skin absorb skincare products better and that maintain facial tone, provided they are introduced only when the skin has fully recovered. The effect of lasers, radiofrequency or Morpheus8 treatments develops in the weeks following a visit to the clinic, and it is precisely then that a well-chosen device helps preserve the result for longer. Below are the types of devices and what each of them can do, the timeframes after individual treatments, and how to fit the device into your routine between two appointments.
In short
- You choose the device according to what you want to maintain after the treatment: skin hydration, tone or firmness.
- The device is introduced only after the skin has settled. The timeframe depends on the type of treatment.
- To maintain the results, the most useful devices are those that help with serum absorption and skin tone.
- The effect of laser and radiofrequency treatments develops over weeks after treatment, and the device helps you maintain it for longer until your next appointment.
At-home facial devices: what each mode does for your skin
At-home facial devices are most commonly bought for one specific thing that is bothering you: the skin looks dry and tired, the face is losing tone, or pores are becoming more visible. It is easiest to start with what you want to fix and look at which mode does that.
| What you want to improve | Mode that does it | What you will notice |
|---|---|---|
| The skin feels dry and tired, and the serum doesn't seem to be working | Booster (electroporation) | The serum is absorbed better, and the skin immediately looks more hydrated and radiant. |
| Fine lines on the forehead and around the lips, the face looks tired | MC (microcurrents) | The appearance of firmer, more rested skin, which builds with regular use. |
| The jawline and cheeks are losing tone | EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) | Better lower face tone with use a few times a week. |
| Skin is losing its firmness | Radiofrequency | Support for the firmness of more mature skin between tightening treatments. |
| Uneven skin tone or acne-prone skin | LED light | A more even and calmer complexion with regular use over several weeks. |
| Enlarged pores, oily skin, rough texture | Micro-pulses and deep cleansing | Smoother skin and cleaner pores. |
What does this mean for you
If after treatment you are bothered by dry and tired skin, you will benefit most from a mode that helps serum absorption. If you want your face to remain firm and rested, you also need a toning mode. A device that has both covers what matters most between treatments.
If after treatment you are bothered by dry and tired skin, you will benefit most from a mode that helps serum absorption. If you want your face to remain firm and rested, you also need a toning mode. A device that has both covers what matters most between treatments.
When facial devices for home use are introduced after treatments
After the treatment, the skin goes through a short recovery period, the length of which depends on what was done. As long as redness, flaking or sensitivity to touch persists, the device stays in the drawer. All home-use facial devices, even the gentlest ones, are only introduced once the skin feels normal to the touch again.
The table shows approximate timeframes by type of treatment. If your doctor gave you different instructions at your follow-up visit, their recommendation applies, as they know how your skin has reacted.
| Treatment | Earliest time to start using the device | What to look out for |
|---|---|---|
| Hyaluronic acid fillers | After 2 weeks | Until then, no pressure or massage on the treated area. Radiofrequency over fillers should only be used after consultation with a doctor. |
| Botox | After 2 weeks | Do not use microcurrent or electrical muscle stimulation on the treated area until the effect has fully developed. |
| Collagen stimulators | After 2 weeks | If you received post-treatment massage instructions, follow them. The device does not replace that protocol. |
| Morpheus8 and microneedling treatments | After 7 to 10 days | Only once redness and small scabs have disappeared. Start electroporation with the mildest serum. |
| Laser treatments | From a few days to 2 weeks | With milder lasers the waiting time is shorter; after more intensive ones, the skin must fully regenerate. |
| Chemical peels | When the peeling is finished | Until then, avoid micro-pulse and device cleansing modes, as they put extra strain on regenerating skin. |
| Ultraformer | When the sensitivity passes, usually after a few days | In the first few days, start with the lowest level of intensity. |
The first time you use the device after treatment, start with the lowest intensity level and a serum your skin has already tolerated well. Leave acids, retinol and high concentrations of vitamin C for later and reintroduce them one by one once you see that your skin reacts calmly to the device.
Facial devices for home use that we recommend to patients
When patients ask us which facial devices for home use are worth it, at Imedic we recommend two devices, depending on what you want to maintain between treatments: hydration and tone, or skin firmness.
Medicube AGE-R Booster Pro X2: for hydration and tone
This is the device we recommend to the widest range of patients. It helps the serum penetrate better into the skin and keeps the face toned, which is most beneficial after a treatment, and it also has a special mode for the jawline and cheeks. It has 6 intensity levels, so after the treatment you can start very gently and increase the intensity only when your skin tolerates it well. The sensor on the device head switches the light on only when it is in contact with the skin, which makes correct use easier even for those who have never had a similar device.
| Regime | What it does | How to use it between treatments |
|---|---|---|
| Booster | Electroporation helps the serum penetrate beyond the skin's surface. | Follow up with a water-based moisturising serum recommended by your doctor. On damp skin, for 5 to 10 minutes. |
| MC | Microcurrents give the impression of firmer and plumper skin, especially on the forehead and around the lips. | For daily maintenance, after Booster mode. |
| Derma Shot | It works on the tone of the jawline and cheeks using electrical stimulation. | Between tightening treatments, once the waiting period from the previous table has passed. |
| Air Shot | It removes dead cell build-up and excess sebum with micro-pulses. | On dry skin, 2 to 3 times a week. After peels and laser treatments, it is the last mode to be reintroduced. |
You can view the Booster Pro X2 on the device page.
Medicube AGE-R Ultra Tune 40.68: for the firmness of more mature skin
For patients who are primarily experiencing a loss of firmness, particularly in the period between tightening treatments such as Ultraformer or Morpheus8, we recommend a radiofrequency device as a supplement. Ultra Tune gently warms the deeper layers of the skin and also features a microcurrent mode, both of which can be used together. It is used on skin where you have applied a serum or cream and waited for it to absorb, using gentle circular motions with constant movement for 5 to 10 minutes. The manufacturer also allows daily use, but for maintenance between treatments, 1 to 3 times a week is sufficient, so it easily fits into a routine alongside the Booster Pro X2. You can view the Ultra Tune 40.68 at device page.
What does this mean for you
If your goal is to keep the skin hydrated and toned between appointments, the Booster Pro X2 is enough. Ultra Tune has the advantage for more mature skin that needs support with firmness. The treatment plan and the interval between appointments are still determined by a doctor.
If your goal is to keep the skin hydrated and toned between appointments, the Booster Pro X2 is enough. Ultra Tune has the advantage for more mature skin that needs support with firmness. The treatment plan and the interval between appointments are still determined by a doctor.
Before first use
With both devices, start at the lowest intensity level; they are not to be used over the Adam's apple, on the eyelids, or directly under the eyes. The Booster Pro X2 is also not to be used on the front of the neck, and the Ultra Tune must be kept moving during use, without lingering in one spot. If you have a pacemaker, a metal implant, or epilepsy, as well as during pregnancy and breastfeeding, consult your doctor before use. Use radiofrequency over an area with filler only after consulting the doctor who performed your treatment.
With both devices, start at the lowest intensity level; they are not to be used over the Adam's apple, on the eyelids, or directly under the eyes. The Booster Pro X2 is also not to be used on the front of the neck, and the Ultra Tune must be kept moving during use, without lingering in one spot. If you have a pacemaker, a metal implant, or epilepsy, as well as during pregnancy and breastfeeding, consult your doctor before use. Use radiofrequency over an area with filler only after consulting the doctor who performed your treatment.
At-home facial devices in your routine between treatments
The routine between treatments does not have to be long to be good. It is more important that at-home facial devices are used regularly and that they do not interfere with each other or with the active ingredients in your skincare. Therefore, it is useful to know in advance what goes in the morning, what in the evening, and which day you are giving the device a rest. The Booster Pro X2 is used on damp skin, alongside a water-based serum. Oil-based textures create a film that interferes with the device's function, so you apply them only afterwards. The instructions allow use 1 to 3 times a day, but for a routine between treatments, once a day is a perfectly sufficient start. Use the Ultra Tune 40.68 between treatments 1 to 3 times a week, on skin where you have applied a serum or cream and waited for it to absorb. It is easiest to fit it into your evening routine, on days when you are not using retinol or acids.
Sample week with both devices
| Day | In the morning | In the evening |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Serum, X2 in Booster and MC modes, cream, SPF | Cleansing and cream |
| Tuesday | Serum, X2 in Booster and MC modes, cream, SPF | Serum or cream, then Ultra Tune |
| Wednesday | Serum, X2 in Booster and MC modes, cream, SPF | X2 in Air Shot mode on dry skin, followed by serum and cream |
| Thursday | Serum, X2 in Booster and Derma Shot modes, cream, SPF | Retinol or other active ingredient, without device |
| Friday | Serum, X2 in Booster and MC modes, cream, SPF | Serum or cream, then Ultra Tune |
| Saturday | Serum, X2 in Booster and MC modes, cream, SPF | Sheet mask, over it X2 in Mask mode |
| Sunday | Serum, cream, SPF | Device-free day |
This is an example, not a mandatory schedule. If you are using only one device, keep its days and skip the others. If your doctor recommended a specific serum or cream after the treatment, they take precedence in this routine.
What does this mean for you
The devices only need 5 to 10 minutes a day, and the rest of the routine stays as your doctor recommended. If a week does not go to plan, continue the next day, without making up for missed sessions.
The devices only need 5 to 10 minutes a day, and the rest of the routine stays as your doctor recommended. If a week does not go to plan, continue the next day, without making up for missed sessions.
What preserves your results best
Three habits that best preserve the result
- SPF every morning, as the final step, after the device and cream. Without it, the sun undoes what the treatment has achieved more quickly.
- Hydration through a serum and cream that the skin tolerates well. The device helps to make the most of them, but does not replace them.
- Regularity. A shorter routine you carry out every week is worth more than a long routine you abandon after 10 days.
Active ingredients and devices
Do not apply acids, retinol and strong concentrations of vitamin C before using the device, especially if your skin is sensitive or you have just started using them. It is safest to assign them separate evenings, as in the example above, and to introduce them gradually alongside the devices.
Do not apply acids, retinol and strong concentrations of vitamin C before using the device, especially if your skin is sensitive or you have just started using them. It is safest to assign them separate evenings, as in the example above, and to introduce them gradually alongside the devices.
Preserving your results between appointments
Treatment at the clinic initiates change, and what you do at home determines how long it will remain visible. Well-chosen facial devices for home use, sun protection, and skincare that the skin tolerates make that difference, without complicated routines and without dozens of products.
If you are unsure which device is suitable for your skin or when you can introduce it after a treatment, ask your doctor at your next follow-up visit or book a consultation. The answer depends on what was done and how your skin reacted, and that is a conversation best had in person.
Before the next appointment
- List the devices you use, in which modes and how often.
- Bring or photograph the serums and creams you use with them.
- Tell the doctor how your skin looks and how it feels since the previous treatment.
This way, the doctor can tailor the treatment plan and home routine to suit each other.
Have a question?
Answers to frequently asked questions
Do home-use facial devices prolong the effect of treatments?
The device helps to keep the skin hydrated, even and toned between sessions, so the treatment result looks fresher. However, the duration of the effect of fillers, Ultraformer or collagen stimulators depends primarily on the treatment itself and your skin. Therefore, the interval between appointments is still determined by the doctor.
When are the first changes seen from using the device?
Radiance and the impression of plumper skin are noticeable immediately after use, but are temporary. Changes that are still visible days later come with regular use over several weeks.
Should I stop using the device before the next treatment?
Before laser treatments, peels and microneedling treatments, we recommend taking a break of a few days so that your skin is calm when you come in for treatment. During your consultation, tell the doctor that you use the device, and you will be given the exact timeframe for your treatment.
Which serum should I use with the device?
It is best to start with a water-based hydrating serum that your skin already tolerates well. If your doctor recommended a specific product after the treatment, that takes precedence. Do not use serums containing acids and retinol with the device until your skin gets used to it.
Can I use the device if I have sensitive skin?
Yes, with gradual introduction. Both devices have multiple intensity levels, so you start from the lowest and increase when the previous level is completely comfortable to you.
Want to see our new texts on Google more often?
Add imedic.rs as a preferred source in Google Search. When we publish a new text on skincare, aesthetic medicine or dermatology, Google will show it to you more frequently among the top stories. Setup takes a few seconds and can be changed at any time.
Dr Ivica Jeremić
The Imedic team writes educational articles on dermatology, aesthetic medicine and skincare – clear, reliable information for patients.
Updated:
