CACI Facial: Treatment Advice & Aftercare

Microcurrent Facial Toning & Skin Rejuvenation

CACI is a non-invasive facial treatment that combines different technologies to support facial muscle tone, skin appearance and overall rejuvenation.

One of the best-known elements of CACI is microcurrent, which uses very low-level electrical impulses to stimulate the facial muscles.

Depending on the CACI treatment selected, additional technologies may also be incorporated to target the skin and specific areas of concern.

CACI can be particularly suitable for clients looking for a gentle facial treatment with little to no downtime.

What Can CACI Help With?

CACI treatments may be used to support:

• facial muscle tone

• loss of facial definition

• the appearance of fine lines

• skin firmness

• tired or dull-looking skin

• overall skin condition

• the eye area

• general facial rejuvenation.

Results vary between clients and tend to be most noticeable when CACI is performed as a course of regular treatments, followed by maintenance.

Before Your Treatment

CACI requires very little preparation, but please:

• Tell us about any medical conditions.

• Tell us about all medication you're taking.

• Let us know if you have a pacemaker or another implanted electronic medical device.

• Tell us about metal implants in or around the treatment area.

• Let us know if you have epilepsy or a history of seizures.

• Tell us if you're pregnant.

• Tell us about recent facial surgery or dental procedures.

• Tell us about recent dermal fillers, anti-wrinkle injections, skin boosters or other injectable treatments.

• Tell us about recent laser, microneedling, plasma or other advanced facial treatments.

• Let us know if you have an active skin condition, infection or cold sore.

• Tell us if your health or medication has changed since your previous treatment.

Do not stop prescribed medication in order to have a CACI treatment unless advised by the healthcare professional who prescribed it.

Is CACI Suitable for Everyone?

Because CACI treatments can incorporate electrical stimulation and other technologies, treatment may need to be adapted, postponed or avoided in some circumstances.

Please tell your practitioner if you:

• have a pacemaker, defibrillator or another implanted electronic medical device

• are pregnant

• have epilepsy or a seizure disorder

• have a significant heart or rhythm condition

• have metal implants in or close to the treatment area

• have significant dental or facial metalwork

• have an active infection, cold sore or open wound

• have significant inflammation or an active skin condition in the treatment area

• have reduced or altered sensation

• have a neurological or muscular condition

• have recently had facial surgery

• have recently had an injectable or advanced facial treatment

• are undergoing cancer treatment or have another significant current medical condition.

Having a medical condition doesn't necessarily exclude you from every element of a CACI facial.

Your practitioner will consider which CACI functions are being used and may adapt the treatment, postpone it or recommend medical advice where appropriate.

CACI & Dental Work

Because microcurrent is an electrical treatment, some clients with metal dental work, implants or sensitive teeth may notice unusual sensations around the mouth or teeth.

Please tell your practitioner if you have:

• dental implants

• extensive metal dental work

• recently had dental surgery

• ongoing dental pain or sensitivity.

If you experience an uncomfortable sensation in your teeth or jaw during treatment, tell your practitioner immediately so the treatment can be adjusted.

What Does CACI Feel Like?

CACI microcurrent is generally a comfortable treatment.

You may experience:

• gentle tingling

• small facial muscle movements

• a mild metallic taste

• brief sensations around the teeth or dental work

• gentle lifting or tightening sensations.

The facial muscles may visibly move as they're stimulated.

The treatment should not feel painfully strong. Tell your practitioner if anything feels uncomfortable.

Why Can I Sometimes Taste Metal?

A temporary metallic taste can occasionally occur during microcurrent treatment.

This is associated with the electrical current and isn't usually a cause for concern.

It should stop when the microcurrent treatment finishes.

What Should I Expect Afterwards?

CACI generally requires little to no downtime.

Immediately afterwards, your skin may appear:

• refreshed

• brighter

• temporarily slightly pink

• more toned or defined.

You may occasionally notice mild facial muscle fatigue, particularly following a more intensive toning treatment.

Most clients can return to normal daily activities immediately.

Aftercare

CACI requires very little specific aftercare.

Following treatment:

• continue with your normal gentle skincare routine

• keep the skin well moisturised

• use broad-spectrum sun protection

• avoid unnecessarily irritating the skin

• follow any additional instructions if CACI has been combined with another facial treatment.

Normal showering, exercise and everyday activities can generally continue after a straightforward CACI treatment.

Can I Wear Makeup Afterwards?

Yes.

If your skin feels comfortable following CACI, makeup can normally be applied afterwards.

If CACI has been combined with another treatment that requires specific aftercare, follow the advice for that treatment instead.

CACI After Injectables

If you've recently had:

• anti-wrinkle injections

• dermal fillers

• skin boosters

• polynucleotides

• mesotherapy

• another injectable treatment,

please tell your practitioner before having CACI.

We may need to leave an appropriate interval before using microcurrent or other CACI modalities over the same area.

The interval can vary according to the injectable, treatment area and technique used, so I wouldn't put a blanket number of days on the website.

CACI After Other Advanced Treatments

Please also tell us if you've recently had:

• microneedling

• skin peels

• laser

• plasma treatments

• radio frequency

• semi-permanent makeup

• facial surgery.

We will make sure your skin has recovered sufficiently and that the treatments are appropriately spaced.

How Many CACI Treatments Will I Need?

CACI is one of the treatments where I think it's useful to explain that one treatment and a course have different goals.

A single treatment can be enjoyed as a facial and may leave the face looking temporarily refreshed and more defined.

For facial muscle toning, however, CACI is generally performed as a course of regular treatments.

As with exercising other muscles, consistency is important. Once a course has been completed, maintenance treatments may be recommended to help maintain the effect.

Your practitioner will recommend a programme according to your age, facial muscle tone, skin and treatment goals.

CACI or PulseLift?

Which Facial Toning Treatment Is Right for Me?

Both CACI and PulseLift can be used as part of a facial toning programme, but they use different technologies.

CACI uses gentle microcurrent and is particularly suited to clients looking for a comfortable, established facial-toning treatment with little to no downtime.

PulseLift combines high-intensity electromagnetic facial muscle stimulation with radio frequency and provides a more intensive approach to facial muscle stimulation and skin heating.

Neither treatment is automatically the right choice for everyone.

We'll recommend the option that best suits your goals, medical history, treatment preferences and suitability.

When Should I Contact Eco Skin Clinic?

Significant reactions following a straightforward CACI facial are uncommon.

Please contact us if you experience:

• persistent or unusual skin irritation

• significant or increasing pain

• prolonged numbness or altered sensation

• persistent tooth, jaw or nerve-like sensitivity

• significant swelling

• a rash or unexpected skin reaction

• any other symptoms that concern you following treatment.