Short answer: choose LumiSpa iO (A$325) if you want a simple twice-daily cleansing habit, ageLOC Boost (A$350) if you want a quick once-a-day microcurrent step for a brighter, bouncier look, and Galvanic Spa (A$461) if you want one device that covers face, scalp and body. They do different jobs, so the right pick depends on which step of your routine you want to upgrade.
Disclosure: Nuveska is an independent reseller of Nu Skin products in Australia. Product details below come from Nu Skin's product information; results are as reported by the brand in its own studies and will vary person to person.
Quick comparison table
| LumiSpa iO | ageLOC Boost | Galvanic Spa | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main job | Cleansing and skin renewal | Activating / brightening treatment | Face, scalp and body treatment |
| Technology | Micropulse Oscillation with silicone treatment head | Variable Pulse Microcurrent | Self-adjusting galvanic current |
| When you use it | 2 minutes, morning and night | Once a day, after cleanser and toner | 2–3 times a week (facial gels); body and scalp as per manual |
| Needs a refill product? | Treatment cleanser (one included in the kit) | Activating Serum (included) | Facial Gels, sold separately (A$53) |
| Where it works | Face | Face | Face, scalp, body (4 conductors) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | See product page |
| Price (AUD) | A$325 | A$350 | A$461 |
ageLOC LumiSpa iO: the daily cleansing upgrade
LumiSpa iO replaces your hands (or a brush) in the cleansing step. You use it for two minutes, morning and night, with a treatment cleanser made for it. Nu Skin describes the soft silicone treatment heads as non-abrasive and designed not to disrupt the skin's natural microbiome, and the device is Bluetooth-enabled and pairs with the Nu Skin Vera app for guided routines. The kit includes the device with a Normal treatment head, a magnetic charger and a Normal/Combo treatment cleanser.
Best for: people who want a low-effort habit that fits an existing routine, and who like the idea of a smart device that coaches them. In a 12-week brand study, users reported improvements in softness, smoothness, radiance and pore appearance.
See the ageLOC LumiSpa iO Kit (Normal/Combo)
ageLOC Boost: the quick once-a-day microcurrent step
Boost pairs a handheld device with an Activating Serum. You apply three pumps of serum to the device and glide it over each half of the face; the device switches itself off when done. Use it once a day after cleanser and toner. Nu Skin reports first results in as little as 7 days, and in a 12-week study of 32 women aged 25 to 40 (third-party assessed, single-blind), participants' skin appeared brighter, plumper and bouncier.
Best for: people who want a short, targeted step focused on brightness and bounce, and who prefer to see early changes to stay motivated.
ageLOC Galvanic Spa: one device, face to body
Galvanic Spa comes with four interchangeable conductors (face, focus area, body and scalp). The current strength and polarity adjust automatically to the treatment you select, so there are no manual settings to learn. For the face it is used with the separate ageLOC Galvanic Spa Facial Gels: a two-step pre-treat and treatment ampoule pair, used two to three times a week. Each box has 4 pre-treatment and 4 treatment ampoules.
Best for: people who want to treat more than their face, and who are comfortable with a weekly (rather than daily) routine and buying gels as an ongoing refill.
See the ageLOC Galvanic Spa System · Facial Gels refill
How to choose
- Want the easiest daily habit? LumiSpa iO. Two minutes, twice a day, replaces your normal cleanse.
- Want the fastest-feeling add-on step? Boost. One minute-level step once a day after toning.
- Want face plus scalp and body? Galvanic Spa. It is the only one of the three with body and scalp conductors.
- Budget-conscious? LumiSpa iO has the lowest upfront cost (A$325) and no extra refill beyond cleanser. Galvanic Spa has the highest upfront cost plus ongoing gels.
These devices are not mutually exclusive. LumiSpa iO is a cleansing step, so it can sit before Boost in a routine: cleanse with LumiSpa iO, tone, then use Boost.
Safety note
Microcurrent and galvanic devices are not suitable for everyone. Nu Skin advises checking with a physician before use if you are pregnant, have a pacemaker or similar implanted device, are epileptic, have metal braces or a metal implant, or are unwell. Always follow the owner's manual. This guide is general information, not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, LumiSpa iO or Galvanic Spa?
They are not direct competitors. LumiSpa iO is a daily cleansing device for the face; Galvanic Spa is a multi-area treatment device used a few times a week with gels. Choose LumiSpa iO for routine cleansing, Galvanic Spa for face, scalp and body treatments.
Can I use LumiSpa iO and ageLOC Boost together?
Yes, they play different roles. Cleanse with LumiSpa iO, follow with toner, then use Boost once a day, as Boost is designed to be used after a cleanser and toner.
How often do I use each device?
LumiSpa iO: two minutes, morning and night. Boost: once a day. Galvanic Spa with Facial Gels: two to three times a week.
How much do they cost in Australia?
At the time of writing on Nuveska: LumiSpa iO Kit A$325, ageLOC Boost System A$350, Galvanic Spa System A$461, and Galvanic Spa Facial Gels A$53. Prices are in AUD and may change.
Do these devices have a warranty?
LumiSpa iO and Boost each come with a 2-year device warranty. Check the product page for the latest terms.
How soon will I see results?
It varies. Nu Skin reports LumiSpa iO feels softer and smoother after one use, with brighter skin in as little as two weeks, and Boost first results in as little as 7 days. Individual results differ.