ageLOC® Boost System (Canada)

The ageLOC Boost System is a two-step anti-ageing treatment combining the Boost device (a microcurrent and red LED therapy tool) with the ageLOC Boost Activating Serum — delivering visible firming, brightening, and smoothing results in a single 5-minute daily session. In Nu Skin's clinical studies, 100% of participants showed improvement in at least one key skin metric (firmness, radiance, or smoothness) after 8 weeks of consistent use. The system works by delivering low-level microcurrent through the conductive serum, stimulating facial muscles and promoting cellular activity in the dermis. For Canadians investing in professional-grade skincare at home, Boost bridges the gap between daily cleansing routines and in-clinic treatments at a fraction of the cost.

What Makes ageLOC Boost Different

At-home microcurrent devices have become mainstream — NuFACE essentially created the category. Boost's differentiation is the integration of three technologies in one device: microcurrent (muscle stimulation), red LED light therapy (630–660 nm wavelength for collagen stimulation), and the specifically formulated Activating Serum that serves as both the conductive medium and an active skincare treatment.

Most microcurrent devices require a separate conductive gel (often a generic aloe or glycerine gel with no skincare benefits). Boost's Activating Serum pulls double duty — it conducts the microcurrent while delivering ageLOC anti-ageing ingredients, hyaluronic acid, and peptides directly into the skin during treatment. You're not just stimulating muscles; you're simultaneously treating the skin surface.

The red LED component adds a photobiomodulation layer. Research published in Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery confirmed that red LED at 630 nm wavelengths stimulates fibroblast activity, promoting collagen and elastin production in the dermis. Most competing devices offer either microcurrent or LED — not both in the same handpiece.

Each treatment takes 5 minutes. That's significantly faster than NuFACE's recommended 10–20 minute sessions, making daily compliance more realistic for people with busy mornings.

Key Ingredients (Activating Serum)

ageLOC Proprietary Blend: Gene expression targeting technology formulated to influence skin-ageing gene clusters during microcurrent-enhanced penetration. The microcurrent opens temporary micro-channels in the stratum corneum, allowing the ageLOC actives to reach deeper skin layers than topical application alone.

Hyaluronic Acid (multiple molecular weights): Low-molecular-weight HA penetrates into the dermis; high-molecular-weight HA forms a hydrating film on the surface. This dual approach provides both deep hydration and surface moisture retention.

Peptide Complex: Signal peptides that communicate with fibroblasts to support collagen production. Enhanced by microcurrent delivery, these peptides reach target cells more efficiently than in a standard serum application.

Conductive Base: The serum's formulation is specifically calibrated to conduct microcurrent at the device's operating frequency — this isn't a standard serum with conductive properties added; the conductivity is integral to the formulation.

How to Use

Apply a thin layer of Activating Serum to clean, dry skin. Turn on the Boost device and glide it across your face in upward, outward strokes for 5 minutes. The device auto-pauses to signal when it's time to move to the next facial zone. Use daily for best results — morning is ideal, before moisturizer and sunscreen.

The microcurrent should feel like a gentle tingling. If you feel nothing, add more serum — dry patches break the circuit. If the tingling is too strong, reduce pressure slightly.

For Canadian winters, the deep hydration from the serum is especially valuable. Indoor heating strips surface moisture; the HA-rich serum applied via microcurrent-enhanced penetration replenishes both surface and dermal hydration in a way that standard moisturizers can't match.

Charge via USB — one charge lasts approximately 1 week of daily use. Don't store the device in a freezing car or unheated bathroom in winter; lithium batteries perform poorly in extreme cold.

How It Compares

NuFACE Trinity+ is the category leader with strong clinical evidence and a larger user base. Its drawback is the longer treatment time and the need for a separate conductive gel. CurrentBody's LED device delivers excellent phototherapy but has no microcurrent component. Boost's value is the three-in-one approach (microcurrent + LED + active serum) at a lower price point than either competitor, with a 5-minute treatment that's realistic for daily use.

Who Is This For

If you're noticing loss of facial definition — jawline softening, cheek flattening, brow drooping — microcurrent works by stimulating the underlying facial muscles, essentially providing a non-invasive "workout" for your face. Boost's daily 5-minute session maintains muscle tone that naturally declines after 40.

If you're interested in at-home anti-ageing technology but put off by 20-minute device sessions, Boost's 5-minute protocol is the shortest effective treatment time in the category. That difference in daily commitment is the difference between actually using the device and letting it collect dust.

If you live in a Canadian market where professional facial treatments cost CA$150–300 per session, Boost provides a daily in-home treatment that, over 3–6 months, delivers comparable cumulative stimulation at a fraction of the cost.

Not recommended during pregnancy (microcurrent safety hasn't been established), if you have a pacemaker or other implanted electrical device, or on skin with active infections, open wounds, or severe acne. If you've had recent facial injections (Botox, fillers), wait 2 weeks before using Boost on treated areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I buy the ageLOC Boost System in Canada?

Order from nubestskin.com — no registration needed. Ships from the official Nu Skin Canada warehouse. Standard shipping: CA$2.99, free over CA$79. Delivery: 3–5 business days across Canada.

Q: Can I use the Boost device with other serums?

The device is designed specifically for the Activating Serum — its conductivity is calibrated to work with the device's microcurrent output. Using other serums may result in poor current delivery or no effect. The serum is both the conductor and the treatment, so substituting undermines both functions.

Q: How long does one bottle of Activating Serum last?

With daily use, one bottle lasts approximately 4–6 weeks. You need enough serum to maintain a conductive layer across your entire face during the 5-minute treatment — skimping on serum breaks the microcurrent circuit.

Q: When will I see results?

Many users report an immediate "lifted" feeling after the first use — this is the microcurrent's acute effect on muscle tone. Lasting improvements in firmness, radiance, and smoothness develop over 4–8 weeks of daily use. The LED therapy's collagen-building effects take 8–12 weeks to become visible.

Q: Is the microcurrent painful?

No — it should feel like a gentle tingle or light pulsing sensation. If you feel sharp zapping, the serum layer has dried or is too thin. Add more serum and the sensation normalizes immediately.

Works With

ageLOC LumiSpa iO: Use LumiSpa for cleansing (step 1), then Boost for treatment (step 2). LumiSpa prepares the skin surface for optimal serum absorption, and Boost delivers the anti-ageing treatment. A complete 7-minute morning routine.

ageLOC Tru Face Essence Ultra: Apply Tru Face after your Boost session. The microcurrent temporarily increases skin permeability, enhancing absorption of Tru Face's peptide formula when applied immediately after treatment.

Beauty Focus Collagen+: Oral collagen supports from within while Boost stimulates collagen production topically via LED and microcurrent. The combined inside-out approach addresses skin firmness from both directions.

Important Information

Important Information: Read all instructions before use. Do not use on irritated, sunburned, or broken skin. Not recommended for use on skin with active acne cysts, rosacea, or eczema without consulting a dermatologist. Keep away from water when charging. Individual results may vary with consistent use.

NuBest Skin is an Independent Nu Skin Brand Affiliate. This content is not produced or endorsed by Nu Skin Enterprises Inc.

Sources & References

Wunsch, A., & Matuschka, K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment. Photomedicine and Laser Surgery, 32(2), 93–100.

Avci, P., et al. (2013). Low-level laser (light) therapy (LLLT) in skin. Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery, 32(1), 41–52.

Nu Skin Enterprises. (2024). ageLOC Boost System — Clinical Study Results.

Reviewed by the NuBest Skin Editorial Team. Last updated: April 2026.