Most NuFACE before and after photos show a short-term lift: cheeks and brows sitting a little higher right after a session, and a more toned look after weeks of near-daily use. Microcurrent tones muscle, so the change is real but subtle, and it fades if you stop. Here is what to expect at each stage, and how to judge your own results honestly.
Reviewed September 2026. NuFACE routines and study figures are taken from NuFACE’s own US website at that date.
What NuFACE before and after photos actually show
NuFACE uses microcurrent, a low current that stimulates the small facial muscles. Toned muscles sit a little higher, so photos typically show a slightly lifted cheek, a sharper jawline edge or a more open eye area. Three things are worth knowing when you look at them:
- Timing. Many “after” photos are taken minutes after a treatment, when the lift is at its peak. That effect fades within hours to a day.
- Self-reported numbers. Some of NuFACE’s headline figures, such as “91% saw improved cheek contour,” come from questionnaires 15 minutes after treatment. NuFACE also reports a 60-day clinical study in which 84% of users saw firmer-looking skin and 93% saw fewer visible deep forehead lines.
- Conditions. Light, angle, expression, makeup and even hydration change how a face looks. Small differences in these can look like results.
What to expect week by week
| Stage | NuFACE’s routine | What you are likely to see |
|---|---|---|
| After one session | 5 minutes | A temporary lifted, awake look that fades within hours to a day |
| Week 1 to 2 | 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week | The same short-term lift after each session; little lasting change yet |
| Day 30 | 5 days a week | A more toned look that starts to hold between sessions for some people |
| Day 60 | 5 days a week | The point where NuFACE measures its longer-term results |
| After day 60 | 2 to 3 times a week | Maintenance; results fade if you stop |
The pattern in most reviews is simple: people who keep up the five-day routine for two months tend to see a difference they like. People who drift to once a week usually say it stopped working.
NuFACE before and after for jowls
Jowls usually involve two layers: skin that has lost firmness and muscle that has lost tone. Microcurrent works on the muscle layer, so it can sharpen the jawline edge a little. It does not warm the deeper skin the way radiofrequency (RF) does, so loose skin over a toned muscle can look much the same. If your “before” photo shows mainly loose skin, a device that combines RF with muscle toning, such as SKINFOUNDRY Halo, targets both layers. Read what jowls are and what helps.
How to take honest before and after photos yourself
- Same light. Stand facing a window at the same time of day, with overhead lights off.
- Same angle and distance. Mark where you stand and hold the phone at eye level. Take front, left and right profiles.
- Same face. No makeup, hair back, relaxed expression, mouth closed.
- Same moment in the routine. Take “after” photos before a session, not straight after, so you see what lasts.
- Every two weeks. Compare day 1 with day 30 and day 60, side by side.
This works for any device, including SKINFOUNDRY Halo, and it is the most reliable way to decide whether a routine is worth continuing.
Is NuFACE worth it?
If your main concern is muscle tone and a five-minute daily habit suits you, NuFACE is a well-established choice with a 2-year warranty. If your concern is skin laxity, or you want fewer sessions a week, compare it first: Does NuFACE really work? and NuFACE Trinity+ vs CurrentBody RF vs SKINFOUNDRY Halo.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to see results from NuFACE? A lift can show right after a session. NuFACE measures its longer-term results after 60 days of use five days a week.
Do NuFACE results last? Only with upkeep. NuFACE recommends two to three sessions a week after the first 60 days, and results fade if you stop.
Are NuFACE before and after photos real? Photos from real users can be genuine, but many are taken right after a session, when the lift is at its peak. Compare photos taken before sessions, weeks apart, in the same light.
Does NuFACE work on jowls? It can sharpen the jawline a little by toning muscle. It does not tighten loose skin.
Is there a device that does more than microcurrent? Yes. Some devices combine RF for skin firmness with EMS or microcurrent for muscle toning. See NuFACE alternatives.
SKINFOUNDRY Halo is a cosmetic device for home use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Results vary. NuFACE details are drawn from NuFACE’s public US website as of September 2026 and may change. Brand names belong to their respective owners.