Review and questions on the Refa Carat
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Sat Apr 20, 2013 12:57 pm

I have the original version and used it since January. I really like how it feels and I do think it does help to keep my skin firm.

free skin care · Sat Apr 20, 2013 1:55 pm

I did not like the original but recently ordered and had been using the Carat, and love it.

I definitely helps with muscle issues, and the back of the neck, but I do the whole neck/face in the morning and there is an immediate difference in the freshness of the face (it is more "awake").

The important part that I somehow did not do before is to keep the "battery window" opened during the massage (I think in the past I kept my hand over it). I watched the tutorial on their website and found it to be very useful in terms of the movements.

HTH

Sat Apr 20, 2013 4:15 pm

Hello! I've been a long time lurker and this is my first post. Well, I think it's my first post. It's been so long since I registered. Smile

I've been using the Refa Pro daily - and loving it - for the past 10 days. It arrived beautifully boxed with satin dust bag, cleaning cloth, dvd and booklet. Definitely a luxury item - and better than a lot of jewelry I own!

I considered buying the Carat but, honestly, I know my husband would give me a hard time and I wouldn't hear the end of it due to the Carat's shape. I'm serious.

Anyway, I really love using the Refa Pro and feel that it has been a beneficial and easy to use beauty tool. No batteries, plug ins, gel or water - just pick it up and use. I think it's great for lymphatic drainage and start my session with my neck area.

My concerns are my neck, jaw line definition, forming jowls, and keeping my chubby cheeks lifted. So far, it's been working on my cheeks. I see more contour of my cheekbones and some slimming of the face.

I don't think the Refa's solar panel holds a charge but works on available light (sunlight or artificial.) I've felt the microcurrent charge on my scalp, so I know it's working. I have a NuFace Trinity which gives off that same pulse on my scalp when I do my forehead. It's subtle, but I do notice it. I haven't noticed any other microcurrent pulsing on other areas.

I use the Refa after cleansing and toning, and just recently, after doing a red/infrared LED light treatment.

Side note: I added the LED treatment after seeing PhotoQueen's posts on layering his treatments. Thank you for sharing that (and so many other things), PQ! This Board and its members are amazing!!

I like the long roller as it fits nicely on my cheeks, along the contours of my face, neck, etc. and right along the jawbone and cheekbones. I also use the point of the handle for targeting of specific muscles. I flip it, hold it and/or roll it on one roller or two rollers, according to how it best fits the area I'm treating so I consider it quite versatile.

The microcurrent charge goes throughout the device so you can have fun and experiment how you use it. The Instruction Manual shows different uses and how to hold it.

So far, this is one of my favorite beauty gadgets. Thanks for reading my post on the Refa Pro!

Wed Jul 17, 2013 3:06 pm

I'm still using my ReFa Pro and still love it! I also use the NuFace Trinity and the Pico Toner (which I just got a month ago). I'm only using the ReFa for my face, neck and tops of my shoulders so no update on body use.

I tested its electrical current (daytime, no movement) and there is definitely a low range micro-current output. It's strongest around the solar panel so I try to position my fingertips as close to it but not covering it. You can't feel any current - not like the pulsing that the NuFace or the Pico Toner put out. It's a different type of micro-current tool.

I think I over-did it with the Pico a few days ago where my face looked droopy and had a loss of firmness after bumping up the power during a P2 session. It scared me so I'm taking a break from the Pico and the NuFace right now. I've been only using the ReFa to recover - so far, so good! Firmness has returned.

Normally when I travel, I have a gap in micro-current usage because I don't bring any tools along. Last month, I traveled with the ReFa and it was great. I put it in my carry-on instead of checked baggage and prepared what I would tell the TSA agents if they asked what it was. Smile

Luckily, I had female TSA personnel at the scanners and no problems going thru security.

Yes, the ReFa is quite expensive and I don't think it's a "must have" item, but I find myself reaching for it almost every day for lymph drainage and overall skin health and appearance. It feels good, is kind of fun, relaxing, and so easy to pick up and use while watching TV at night.

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