Skincare enthusiasts have sparked a debate over a hugely popular skincare device, after claiming the facial cleansing tool caused nerve inflammation on their faces.
While the Medicube Booster Pro, which retails for $230, is wildly popular – with many social media users reporting that it has transformed their skin – some content creators have claimed that it causes temporary paralysis of their face.
According to the website, the device combines the latest skin care technologies – electroporation, microcurrent, EMS, electric needles, LED and sonic vibration – and improves the absorption of skincare products, enhanced radiance, skin care. elasticity, facial contouring and pore care.
But one TikTok user, who posts under the username Critical Caucasian, said that after just a few days of using the Korean skincare brand’s device, it caused so much inflammation nervous that her eye started to droop, her pupil was dilated and she was having trouble. vision.
“There is pressure on my face. The ER nurse thought I had an aneurysm,” she shared in a video. “Turns out it’s inflammation caused by this device.”
The beauty enthusiast said she now needs to see a specialist to make sure there is no permanent damage, but noted it did not say nerve damage was possible on the box .
“Nowhere does it say this will irritate a nerve,” she continued. “I’m not risking permanent damage with skin care.”
Medicube has vehemently denied these claims.
A TikTok user, who posts under the username Critical Caucasian, said that after just a few days of using the Korean skincare brand’s device, it caused nerve inflammation.
The Critical Caucasian creator said she followed the instructions perfectly.
“The reason I wasn’t concerned about irritation was because everything on the website said it was completely normal to have a little soreness around your teeth, eyes and forehead.
“Nowhere does it say it could inflame a nerve,” she said furiously. “But it happens, it can happen, be careful.”
And she wasn’t the only one – with other users telling their own stories.
A beauty lover, known as Amina, shared a warning with her followers, after claiming she developed Bell’s palsy after using the device.
“I’m paralyzed on this side of my face,” the UK-based content creator said.
She explained that the paralysis is only temporary, but believes her condition was due to her use of the Medicube device.
Bell’s palsy is a temporary facial paralysis that occurs when the facial nerve is damaged.
“Tons of people are buying it and it’s the result of two days of use,” she said through tears.
A beauty lover, known as Amina, shared a warning with her followers, after claiming she developed Bell’s palsy after using the device.
In a statement posted on its Instagram page, Medicube called the viral TIkTok video “misleading.”
Amina said she began developing paralysis within 12 to 24 hours of using the product, although acknowledging that she did not know for sure that the device was causing the problem.
“I think we should be extremely careful with the things we blindly follow on f**king TikTok,” she insisted.
According to cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Jodi Logerfo, there has been an increase in the number of skin devices that use an electrical charge.
“Of course, as these are electrical appliances, we have questions about their safety,” she told DailyMail.com.
“The company that sells the device, some clinical studies, and users indicate that these devices are safe when used according to instructions and in the manner intended. However, they may not be as safe as we think,” she warned.
She advised everyone to use products approved by the FDA and purchased from a reliable company.
“I think any electrically charged skin device could potentially carry a risk of adverse events, including any events involving the nervous system,” she continued.
“I also believe that ‘nerve damage/inflammation’ etc., whether temporary or permanent, can occur if you don’t use the device correctly or overdo it,” Dr. Logerfo explained.
In a statement posted on its Instagram page, Medicube called the viral TIkTok video “misleading.”
“We would like to clarify that the Booster Pro device does not cause Bell’s palsy,” the statement said.
“Recently, a viral video on TikTok spread false information claiming that the Booster Pro device caused nerve damage.
“This misinformation has spread out of control, not only affecting our customers, but also misleading new people who are unfamiliar with our brand, Medicube.
“This false narrative raises concerns that use of the device could lead to health problems, and we are deeply concerned about the impacts on our customers, our partners and the overall perception of our products,” the statement concluded.
Many users love this device, saying it has changed their skin and complexion.
“The Médicube changed my life! Such an improvement to my skincare routine,” one happy user wrote on a TikTok video.
“Seriously, this is a really cool skincare tool that really makes a difference in my routine! » agreed another.
DailyMail.com has contacted Medicube for further comment.
