There are very few beauty devices I’d genuinely describe as “worth it,” and only a handful I’ve ever felt compelled to write about. Most end up retired in a drawer somewhere between abandoned sheet masks and a jade roller. Of all the tools that have drifted in and out of my bathroom over the years, only two have earned a consistent place in my weekly routine: my CurrentBody LED mask and the ZIIP Halo. In fact, they’ve impressed me enough that I stopped seriously contemplating Botox—a big shift for someone in their mid-40s who was this close to booking it a year ago.

These are devices I actually use, not just own—quietly reliable, genuinely effective, and worth the time they take. I’ve previously reviewed the Foreo Bear 2, which I still think is excellent, but the ZIIP Halo feels like the next level up, which is why it deserves its own dedicated review. I’ll talk about LED separately because both tools warrant their own airtime.

You’ve likely seen this little device everywhere by now, so let’s start with what many brands avoid: beauty devices are never essential. Your face won’t collapse without them. You can absolutely age well without ever touching microcurrent. SPF, a good cleanser, moisturiser and a consistent routine will always be the true non-negotiables. But the ZIIP Halo is one of those rare non-essentials that’s genuinely worthwhile—if you have the budget and the inclination.

And for full transparency, the ZIIP Halo was initially sent to me by the team. But a freebie doesn’t buy my affection. If it had been underwhelming, it would have quietly joined the gadgets I never mention again. Instead, the results are precisely why I’m writing this. It’s earned its spot here—not because it arrived via PR, but because it’s proved itself where it matters: on my actual face. 


ZIIP HALO

The ZIIP HALO | linked here 

The brand was founded by Melanie Simon, an electrical esthetician whose celebrity clients include Victoria Beckham, Olivia Wilde as well as many who own and use the device daily like Jennifer Aniston - not to mention the celebrity Makeup Artists who are equally as obsessed with using it on their clients too. The ZIIP Halo is a handheld microcurrent and nanocurrent device designed to lift, tone, and energise the skin and is the only Microcurrent device with up to 26 different electrical combinations. It pairs with an app that guides you through 14 easy, targeted routines with 3 treatment plans —jawline sculpting, brightening, puffiness reduction, overall facial contouring. It’s skincare-meets-tech in a format that doesn’t feel gimmicky or complicated.
 
The Ziip Dual-Waveform Technology: Microcurrent - the same tech used in professional facials stimulates muscles for a lifting effect. Nanocurrent - works on a cellular level to boost collagen, improve texture, and even out skin tone.  So in short, this does it all. 

- Sagging jowls & loss of elasticity
- Puffiness
- Crows feet & smile lines
- Age spots & pigmentation
- Dull skin & rough skin texture
- Uneven skin tone.

ZIIP HALO

How to Use the ZIIP HALO

The key difference with the ZIIP is how simple the whole thing is. There are no complex systems, no fiddly attachments, no 20-step sequences. It’s plug-in, gel-on, follow the app, and go!

I use mine as part of my morning routine as that just works better for me time wise, 3-5 times a week and can be done in 4–12 minutes! Some days I do a quick 4 minute programme, other days I will do a longer routine if I feel I need to focus on a certain area. It really is very adaptable and designed for real people with real schedules. Of course you don't have to follow the app if you don't want to, because when you become more familiar with device, you might just want to do your own routine but the app-led routines are so clear and genuinely helpful! 

ZIIP Halo

ZIIP Halo

The Conductive Gel is essential (linked here) and designed by chemists to maximise the ZIIP results but feels very comfortable with no greasy, tacky film. The microcurrent sensation is very gentle—not the sharp, twitchy spasm some devices give. There is no tugging or need for lifting your face with it either, you just glide the device over all areas of your face as it does all the work. I just love how it sits perfectly in the palm of your hand so easily and can simply be charged by USB! 

ZIIP HALO

ZIIP HALO

My Results So Far ... my jawline told the truth

I’ve had a few months off from filming and taking photos for the blog and social campaigns—meaning a blessed break from scrutinising my own face from every conceivable angle. But now that I’m back in front of the camera, something unexpected has happened: I can actually see a difference in my face shape. After months of using the ZIIP Halo, there’s a noticeably more lifted, defined look to my jawline, with a slight tightening and improved tone in the areas that usually appear a little soft on camera. At 45 years old, the jaw area is something I’m always conscious of—it’s natural, of course—but seeing genuine contour and structure in the lower face really highlighted how well this device is working and it’s working all over too. My stress levels have been sky-high this past year so for someone of 45 who has never had any 'tweakments', I don't think I am ageing badly at all. The difference is not dramatic, or unrealistic, it's not a facelift - it’s simply a helping hand.

It maybe worth addressing how the ZIIP Halo differs from another microcurrent device like the Foreo Bear 2, because they’re often lumped into the same category and I do like that device. The Foreo is very much a lifting and sculpting device — you lift the muscle and you feel that firmer, more forceful microcurrent working to visibly hoist everything up. The ZIIP, is far more delicate, designed to glide lightly and smoothly— where the Foreo aims to grab and lift, the ZIIP feels like it’s coaxing the skin into better behaviour. Both have their place, but the Halo for me, has given me a more lasting result and I prefer the more gentle approach. 

ZIIP Halo

Is the ZIIP HALO Truly Worth the Investment?

The biggest endorsement I can give any beauty device is the fact I’m still using it months later. Not for a sponsorship, or content but simply because I can see it working so I want to use it. 

So I say, absolutely yes—and I don’t say that lightly. It’s not essential, it won’t replace your skincare, and it certainly won’t sculpt your face into someone else’s. Salons will always deliver professional-level results—but for me, having something at home that gets me close to that, on my own schedule and without the faff of appointments, feels like the next best thing and that’s where devices like this really come into their own. It’s not a magic wand—you need to use it regularly—but the difference I have seen in my skin’s firmness and look is undeniable. It truly works. 

I should acknowledge the obvious downsides. First, the price. At £379/ $399, it’s a big investment—but if you’re someone who invests in their skin, it may well balance out over time. Then there’s the conductive gel. It’s non-negotiable, and it has to be ZIIP’s own, which does add to the running costs. And of course, there’s the commitment factor; treatments take five to fifteen minutes, and the results only come if you actually stick with it. 

**Should you be wanting to invest, ZIIP have kindly given me an exclusive discount code because I absolutely stand by this device being worth it. I hope I can help, by saving you some money (see details end of post).

ZIIP HALO

Final Thoughts 

The ZIIP HALO, in my view, does something more valuable: it gives you a bit of confidence back. It certainly has for me. Yes, it delivers visible results, but it also provides a moment of self-care—5-10 minutes where you switch off and do something that makes you feel just a little more put-together.

Most tools are either brilliant but too labour-intensive, or convenient but ultimately a waste of time. The Halo sits in neither. It’s quick, manageable, and the results show up on your actual face which is why it stands out for doing exactly what it says it will. For me, that makes it absolutely worth the investment. 




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I hope this post helps you make up your mind should you be contemplating the investment!

Kelly xx