Do 'gold' facial bars work? We review the Lumia Dermalift

Journalist Clare Johnston puts a vibrating '24k' bar to the test, designed to tone and tighten skin and reduce puffiness. But are these cheaper versions of Jillian Dempsey's Gold Bar worth their weight?
Produced by David www.redfacilities.com
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[@21samalama]

I’m an esthetician (US licensed skincare professional) and this product isn’t going to give you drastic changes like micro-needing or laser treatments would, but used consistently in your morning routine will help stimulate blood flow and aid in lymphatic drainage - as most facial massage does. This is just another way to massage your face, which has great benefits! But again, this is NOT a miracle device by any means haha. If you want true wrinkle reduction/skin changes, wear sun screen daily, go to your dermatologist, esthetic RN, or esthetician for chemical peels, micro-needing, laser treatments, facials, etc. Also, using pharmaceutical grade skin care products consistently at home will most greatly benefit your skin. It’s great to go see a trainer at the gym once a week, but you won’t see changes unless you’re consistent on your own. It is the same for skin care! See a professional if you want that boost, but you need to be consistent at home. ❤️

[@sns3670]

The Samantha Show this vs gua sha, which is recommended for lymphatic drainage and face depuffing? I’d go for this if not much difference as gua sha is expensive..

[@patrawadeejitravitavaj6257]

I'm trying to compare this to gua sha too! I'm thankful if you could compare them with anyhow easy understand. All professional knowledge on the internet confused me T_T

[@Selsmittenxo]

From another esthetician, 100% agree.

[@calista910]

so does this mean its better to just use hands? or idk

[@__TrishMartinez]

I’m an esthetician as well and was just coming to the comments to say something similar.

[@yasik3613]

Honestly I see a difference in your face in the picture, it looks more firm and lifted to me

[@tiahnarodriguez3809]

I agree. I also see and feel a difference in my face when I sue my t-bar massager. My mom did an experiment when she first started using hers where she only did one side of her face for a few weeks and it was a notíciale difference. Her face looked and felt more firm and lifted. Of course the results aren’t going to be miraculous, but using the device for 5 minutes a day showed a noticeable difference within a few weeks.

[@lizlaverde2658]

I am an esthetician honestly. So far so good. It works for my lines expressions. I like to apply a vitamin or even a moisturizer and you apply helps for better absorption of the pruduct This is not a miracle tool its just a relaxing device for better penetration of the product.

[@TheRegisteredNerd]

I purchased the Tona by Vanity Planet (it was an inexpensive add on with my monthly Ipsy bag). I've used it a few times and can say that it definitely de-puffs the eyes after crying. If I cry at any time before sleep, I wake up looking somewhat similar to Quasimodo and this helped significantly reduce the puffiness much more quickly than my usual methods. I also get a lot of tension in my jaw from anxiety and clenching which this helps a bit. I don't expect to have zero wrinkles using it, but the benefits are worth the low cost at least 😁

[@thehonestchannel]

I hope you don’t cry at night often 😔 Good to hear you’ve found something that helps. Massaging the jaw after clenching is definitely a good idea : )

[@sandrasmith-dickens2339]

I purchased one and I’m impressed my puffy mess gone and my face is lifted

[@Saeroye]

Wow thank you for your effort. This was eye opener!

[@mayurijd1209]

amazing honest review

[@dianabocsan2013]

Thank you..this was useful 👍😊

[@reneew8082]

Thank you for being truthful… don’t see that very often on the Internet.

[@thehonestchannel]

Thanks Renee 🙏

[@ljb6343]

I would think to drain the lymphatic ....non the less it does feel really good as a face massager!

[@justinemontero9465]

I only bought mine for $4 and it works perfectly just like yours. :D

[@thehonestchannel]

Mine did nothing I’m afraid.

[@sydshep9500]

Where did you get it from?

[@cherriedansby6620]

I got mine for $10 , it's awesome. It actually works with blow flow etc

[@karlaharvey2623]

I purchased mine from Nordstroms $25.00 ( on sale) used it under my eyes to aid in moisturizer penetration and aide in lymphatic drainage

[@amala7647]

Thank you

[@vickia86]

I do see a difference between the two and I paused it to study it. Also you have to move the bar correctly which in the fast tutorial you were gliding the wrong way and you need face oil and put it in the fridge 😉

[@thehonestchannel]

Thanks for the tips. I guess facial massage of any kind is helpful. There wasn’t many instructions with this one which did help much.

[@creativetips97]

You’re beautiful. And the picture on the right did nicer than the one on the left.

[@thehonestchannel]

Thank you 🙏

[@romarioaraujo6520]

Thanks for Review

[@thehonestchannel]

You’re welcome!

[@nancysaavedraflores3104]

The only thing that matters is if it works or not.

[@asdiasbndasdi]

great video !! you just save me $30 dollars i was about to order this from amazon

[@thehonestchannel]

It’s just my opinion, but glad to have saved you a bit of cash when I don’t think this represents value for money : )

[@kenduzouir]

At least you should use it for two weeks minimum before making a conclusion.

[@thehonestchannel]

I did use it for a few weeks. I highlighted the before and after for eye puffiness in particular because that was one of the benefits that attracted me in the advert and it didn’t help at all.

[@Drfatimah123]

Thaaaaaaaank you very much for ur honest review.. i was going to buy but now i decided NOT .. thank u again

[@thehonestchannel]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@christinamiller1927]

I found this page searching for a different brand but looks pretty much the same. I'm considering one that's on clearance at Nordstrom Rack - I would never pay the $128 original price but for under $25 - maybe?

[@thehonestchannel]

Under $25 is not going to hurt and you may find a benefit from massaging the skin, especially with a bar that has been cooled in the fridge. I felt it was a bit of a gimmick but I know others feel it’s beneficial for their skin.

[@christinamiller1927]

@@thehonestchannel Boom - done!! :-) (It's the TERRE MERE Gold Youth Wand, if anyone is interested!)

[@thehonestchannel]

@@christinamiller1927 Hope it works out for you Christina! : )

[@raylong2215]

I think the nuface is one of the only devices that produces real results. Nuface, facial cupping and lymphatic massage, possibly some microderm just for texture and product absorption.

[@thehonestchannel]

Interesting. I ought to give the Nuface a try some time.

[@chadbader7331]

Its dropshipping lady

[@marwaalieldeen8956]

Thanks

[@thehonestchannel]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching 😊

[@yoshaniperera5752]

Is that ok to use this along with derma roller ?

[@thehonestchannel]

Yes, I don't see any reason why not : )

[@TikTok36]

This product in China is so cheaper but other countries they are saling expensive

[@thehonestchannel]

Yes. Cheaply made anti-aging products are very over-priced in the UK and other countries. Most of them not very effective, too.

[@princessk_off_everything]

Works good.. for us middle and low class
Riche keep ur gold 🤣🤣😂😂

[@eriebear1]

I bought mine for a dollar.

[@Iquey]

No!! nOT THE STOCK PHOTO CLINICIANS. 🤣😭

[@thehonestchannel]

They do seem to be everywhere these days!

[@pamlyde]

Omg!!! This is crazy

[@thehonestchannel]

It's that whole thing of, 'If it seems too good to be true, it probably is..'

[@bellsmabella7836]

I wish I had seen your video. I wasted my time infact I felt my skin n became saggy

[@thehonestchannel]

Sorry to hear that : (

[@chickyface7537]

@@thehonestchannel 🤭