Rio 60 Second Face Lift Facial Toner – Advanced Microcurrent & EMS Technology, Anti-Aging Facial Massager, Skin Tightening & Wrinkle Reduction, Professional Rejuvenation & Sculpting Tool for Home Use

I have been using faradics (muscle electrical toning devices) for many years in the abdominal area, with great results, so I didn't really need convincing that this would be effective for the facial muscles, but the results surpassed ALL my expectations. The benefits, simply amazing. If I could give this a TEN I would.Im 41, female. I purchased this because I had developed noticeable nasolabial lines (imagine an upside-down V shape from nose edges to mouth edges)look. But looked great with a towel turban on my head LOLI was recommended to have an injectable facelift, but was concerned firstly of the £££ secondly, the complications of substance migration (especially with Radiesse) and thirdly ending up with a fake look. (check Hollywood)So "bring on the Rio"Its an interesting looking device, the spheres look huge, at first, but aid to great gliding comfort on the face and neck.I didn't use the Rio gel, as it looked like cheap pound store hair gel, so I felt skin safer using a clear personal lubricant from the chemist 'KY' (snigger) - works great, and a cheaper to replace.So I have used the device for 2 months. Every single day (usually evening) I use on the cheeks at the nasolabial points left and right, and on the jaw and chin each 'therapy' was on setting 1, at medium-high, or significant contraction, until the cycle finished - I know they say 60 seconds at each point, but I left holding at each point for at least 3 minutes, or until cycle finishedSo here I am at 2 months on. My face has now got the towel turban effect, without the towel. My nasolabial folds, virtually gone, my jaw, significantly toned, my chin, tight. I did not used the device around the eyes or forehead, for 2 reasons(1) I found even the lowest setting uncomfortable(2) I have botox, and it is virtually impossible to get a contraction from these treated areasI used tap toning (setting 2) on a few occasions, but the setting 1 is the real workhorse on this device. I would imagine the tap toning could have a complexion benefit as it stimulates blood flow.I used the iontophoresis (setting 3) twice, with provided collagen pads, and noticed no benefit. So those fine old eyelines of mine have a great result with Rio Scar cover make-up for dark circles which doesn't crease (see my other review) and SPF50 cream every day on my face, even if cloudy outside in UKTo sum up. It works. However, like exercise (ok cue everyone do the finger in ear la-la-la) it takes dedication, but to encourage you, remember this - the results will wipe years off your age in the face dept Give it 2 months, every day. The low ratings for this machine are most probably from clients who have not given it the time/dedication it requires.And a final note heres the science bit:Your facial muscles are the few muscles in the body that are attached to the skin, so when the facial muscles sag, hey! the skin follows Wheeyy heeyy lets all get on this roller coaster! SO NO topical firming lifting cream can aid sagging if the muscle is not being tightened. (it would be like painting a house with sinking foundations) LOLThe reason why your face goes hollow and saggy as you age, (apart from many other factors) the main reason is that as you get older your facial skeleton shrinks awww sorry but thats natural ageing for you!!I did not try the cheaper sister machine so I cannot comment to suggest get that to save moneyhope this helps - love to all you gorgeous beauties!! xx****UPDATE JANUARY 2013****I no longer require botox (I stopped this over a year ago) So I was able to workout my temporalis muscle (forehead) botox makes this muscle lazy, which actually ages you (frowny eye look) Since working out, my eyelids have liftedThe rest is maintaining its 'tightness' with sessions (twice a week) I do know that this device has absolutely kept the plumpness (volume) that I would have lost via natural aging via the tone of my cheeks (Im approaching 43)So, this device has saved me from the expense (and pain) of botox & fillers.

I have been using this machine every day since it arrived about a week ago. I can already feel a difference in the muscles in my face. They definitely feel more supportive and my face feels lifted. A friend who is the owner of a beauty salon recommends this product to her clients and she loaned me one for a week. I was desperate to buy one and was delighted to find it on Amazon. Read all the instructions first as there are three programmes and you should alternate each time you use. I didn't realise this at first. Have handy a small cooking timer - saves a lot of palaver. I keep mine in with the machine set always to 1 minute. It is then so easy to keep to the time without having to look at a clock or watch or worse still, beg your "other half" to tell you each time the minute is up. It also makes for a more efficient way of using the machine effortlessly. It does take a bit of time all told. Think about it - cleanse and tone, set out all the things you need - timer, gel, booklet opened to correct pages, mirror - then applications - 15 minutes if you flow from one to the other - then cleanse, tone, and put everything away. I was rushing to catch a bus the other day and was determined to do stick to using my machine before going out for the day. I nearly missed the bus. My point is, use it every day. Make it a regular feature of your beauty regime and I'm sure you will reap benefits. I am delighted with it. The jar of gel which comes with the product is great because you can simply dip both terminals into it at the same time. I must also compliment Amazon on their service - delivery was very speedy. One additional point, don't bother buying the neck toner machine - I did and I realise thatI didn't need to as this machine does both neck and face. Once you've got the hang of using it you can watch television at the same time.30th September 2012 - I have continued to faithfully use it every morning when I get up and even took it on holiday with me. My father was at first amused watching me use it but he became a convert when he noticed how my face was lifted as I used it. I'm well chuffed!

Update:I had to change my review down to one star.It’s end of March, I ordered the equipment at the beginning of the year. Also, I’d used this for 3/4 weeks, then forgot about it, now I realised I have this little machine, I wanted to recharge my face and guess what. The little miracle is NOT working. Nearly 70 quid, few weeks of use, now the return window is closed and I can’t find any contact to email to.The conductive gel tube is still half full. That’s how much I used it.I’m rather upset.I like this little equipment very much, onevdownside is the gel does not last too long.I received battery, it works well. A few reviews says that you need a timer for it; well, what I do is, first time I set the timer, and counted the "waves" or whatever it is called... :DSo, now I do not need a timer, but when I use this thing on my face, all I need is 12 electric "shock" on the face, and the 60 seconds are gone.It is a litte bit time consuming and you need patience too, but I believe it is worth it.Other downside is the patches: what you get with the delivery is enough for one use - if you use it on all your face. But if you're like me, you would need a pair on your cheeks (naso labial?), a pair above your brows, one between your brows, one on your forehead, one pair around your eyes; that is already 4 pairs for one single use, and it comes with 5 pairs. Yeah, you can reorder the patches, but it is quite pricey. But heyho, beauty has its price, doesn't it.Anyways, I recommend this little handy machine, it works well.