The world of aesthetic technology is advancing rapidly — and at the heart of many new innovations is a clever process known as electroporation. While the word might sound like something straight out of a physics lab, it’s actually a game-changing skincare technology used in modern facial systems like the Préime DermaFacial.
But what exactly is electroporation, how does it work, and why has it become such a valuable tool in aesthetic treatments?
Let’s break it down.
What Is Electroporation?
Electroporation is a non-invasive technique that uses brief electrical pulses to temporarily create microscopic openings (called pores) in the membranes of your skin cells. These tiny gaps allow active skincare ingredients — such as peptides, vitamins, and hyaluronic acid — to penetrate more deeply than they normally could.
Once the electrical pulse ends, the cell membranes close again, leaving no damage and no downtime. It’s a completely safe, controlled process that enhances the effectiveness of the products used during your treatment.
In simple terms? It’s a way to supercharge your skincare by delivering key ingredients right into the cells where they can do the most good.
How Electroporation Works on the Skin
Under normal conditions, the outer layer of your skin — the stratum corneum — acts as a natural barrier. While this is great for keeping out environmental aggressors, it also means that topical skincare products only reach the surface. Even the most expensive serums are limited in how deeply they can go.
Electroporation bypasses this barrier, just for a moment, allowing active ingredients to travel directly into the deeper layers of the epidermis and dermis. This results in:
- Improved absorption of professional-grade serums
- Increased effectiveness of active ingredients
- Faster, longer-lasting results
- No need for needles, pain, or downtime
Because electroporation is painless and non-thermal (it doesn’t rely on heat), it’s also ideal for clients with sensitive skin or those who are wary of more invasive procedures.
Why Préime DermaFacials Use Electroporation
The Préime DermaFacial is a next-generation facial platform that combines five technologies in one advanced treatment — and electroporation is a key part of that system.
Here’s why it’s used:
1. To Deliver Targeted Ingredients Deeply and Precisely
During the Préime DermaFacial, electroporation is used to infuse high-quality serums — tailored to your skin’s unique needs — beneath the surface. This could include ingredients for hydration, anti-ageing, pigmentation, or brightening.
Because these molecules are absorbed more efficiently, you get better results, faster, than with traditional facials or home-use products.
2. To Enhance the Effects of Other Technologies
Electroporation is often paired with other technologies in the Préime system, such as microdermabrasion, oxygen infusion, and radiofrequency. Once the skin has been exfoliated and stimulated, electroporation ensures the active ingredients go where they’re most needed, rather than sitting on the surface.
It’s the difference between feeding your skin from the outside in… and treating it from the inside out.
3. To Maximise Results Without Downtime
Unlike needling or injectable treatments, electroporation involves no skin puncture, which means:
- No risk of bruising or bleeding
- No redness or irritation afterwards
- No need to take time off work or social plans
It’s the perfect treatment add-on for clients who want visible improvements with zero recovery time.
The Science Behind It: What the Research Says
Electroporation has been studied extensively in medical and cosmetic settings. Research shows that when applied in carefully controlled bursts, the electrical pulses cause cell membranes to rearrange their structure just enough to allow molecules to pass through — a process that lasts only seconds and does not damage the skin.
In fact, studies have shown that electroporation can increase the absorption of certain active ingredients by up to 1000 times compared to topical application alone. It’s one of the most efficient transdermal delivery systems currently available in aesthetic technology.
Who Is It Suitable For?
Electroporation is safe for all skin types and tones and can be adapted to target specific concerns, including:
- Dry or dehydrated skin
- Fine lines and early signs of ageing
- Hyperpigmentation or uneven tone
- Dull, tired-looking skin
- Congestion or large pores
It’s also ideal for clients who are new to aesthetic treatments or looking for non-invasive ways to improve their skin’s health and appearance.
How It Feels
Despite its technical-sounding name, electroporation is surprisingly gentle. Most clients describe it as a mild tingling or pulsing sensation, with no discomfort. You’ll leave your appointment feeling refreshed, with no visible irritation — just smoother, brighter skin that’s better equipped to hold moisture and radiance.
Giving Your Skin the Technology It Deserves
In an industry full of overpromises and quick fixes, electroporation stands out as a science-backed, results-driven technology that genuinely enhances your skin’s ability to absorb and benefit from high-performance ingredients.
And when it’s used as part of a Préime DermaFacial — alongside deep cleansing, exfoliation, hydration and skin tightening — the results are even more impressive.
At Boon Aesthetics, we offer Préime DermaFacials at both our Leicester and Birmingham clinics, delivered by highly trained practitioners who understand how to get the most from every technology used. If you’re looking for a facial that goes beyond the surface, book your consultation today and discover how advanced techniques like electroporation can help your skin glow from within.
