People are constantly looking for new and innovative ways to improve their skin, keeping it clean, clear, and smooth, and at the same time preventing the long-term effects of aging. One of the newest and most interesting treatments that are creating a buzz in the cosmetic skincare industry is ultrasonic cleansing.

Ultrasonic cleansing handsets and facials are hot property, but many people are unsure of how it actually works. So today we’re going to discuss ultrasound technology, and how it is used for ultrasonic skin cleansing.

What are the Benefits of Ultrasonic Skin Cleansing?

Ultrasonic skin cleansers, sometimes known as face scrubbers, have a variety of great benefits for our skin. This can include deep cleaning, exfoliation, extracting blackheads, fighting and preventing acne, improved skin texture, shrinking the appearance of your pores, and it even promotes better absorption of skin serums, maximizing the effectiveness of some skin products.

This treatment is completely non-invasive and non-surgical, and it’s also very gentle on the skin. In fact, they are one of the most gentle forms of exfoliation currently available. For these reasons, ultrasonic cleansing is an ideal treatment for people with sensitive or reactive skin or those who have skin conditions such as rosacea or acne. 

How Does It Work? 

Ultrasonic skin cleansing utilizes low-frequency sound waves, also known as ultrasound, on the skin. These ultrasound waves produce vibrations that can go up to as much as 30,000 Hz, and it is these vibrations that are applied to the skin. It is applied using a spatula-shaped metal applicator, the main feature of any ultrasonic cleaning device. The face needs to be wet beforehand, to help build up the vibrations. 

The spatula, or skin scrubber, will vibrate your skin cells, opening up your pores so that any oil, dirt, debris, and other impurities can be dislodged and shaken loose from your skin. It will also remove dead skin cells to reveal the newer, tighter skin underneath. The resulting detritus is then collected on the spatula, which can be easily cleaned for the next use. This is how an ultrasound skin cleanser uses ultrasound technology to deep clean and exfoliate the skin, as well as extracting comedones (blackheads) and flushing out the bacteria that causes acne.

These devices are also often used to enhance the absorption of moisturizers and skin serums, particularly hydrating serums. By “jiggling” your skin cells and opening up your pores, the skin scrubber can drive skin products deeper into your skin.

Ultrasonic skin cleansing should only be carried out between 1-3 times per week, around the same amount you would use normal exfoliating skin treatments. This treatment is 100% safe, and studies have shown that ultrasound technology can be effectively used to improve the health and appearance of your skin.

These ultrasonic cleaners can be used in the form of a facial treatment at medical spas and beauty clinics, or they can be used as an at-home handheld device. If you’re looking for a high-quality beginner skincare device that incorporates ultrasonic cleansing, consider the EvenSkyn® Cosmo, which uses both ultrasonic cleansing and blue light therapy to keep your skin looking happy and healthy. 

Written by: Shannon Campbell