microcirculation
noun
mi·cro·cir·cu·la·tion
ˌmī-krō-ˌsər-kyə-ˈlā-shən 
: blood circulation in the microvascular system
also
: the microvascular system itself
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To specifically address puffiness, the formula also features sodium dextran sulfate, an ingredient that helps improve microcirculation and minimize fluid buildup under the eyes.
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Aug. 2025
Onion extract is a nourishing ingredient that can encourage hair growth through supporting collagen production and microcirculation on the scalp.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 21 Aug. 2025
At the same time, the infrared wavelengths improve microcirculation and reduce inflammation in surrounding facial tissue, leading to a noticeable glow and improved skin tone over time.
—Julie Loffredi, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
The tool, which is one of the more budget-friendly on our list, contains 540 0.25mm stainless steel microneedles that activate hair follicles, stimulate blood flow to the scalp, increase microcirculation, and amp up collagen production.
—Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 31 Oct. 2024
These women tend to suffer from disturbed microcirculation, shifted sleep patterns, and are easily dehydrated, and have suboptimal health at a cellular level.
—Sofia Quaglia, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2023
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Aug. 2025
Onion extract is a nourishing ingredient that can encourage hair growth through supporting collagen production and microcirculation on the scalp.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 21 Aug. 2025
At the same time, the infrared wavelengths improve microcirculation and reduce inflammation in surrounding facial tissue, leading to a noticeable glow and improved skin tone over time.
—Julie Loffredi, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
The tool, which is one of the more budget-friendly on our list, contains 540 0.25mm stainless steel microneedles that activate hair follicles, stimulate blood flow to the scalp, increase microcirculation, and amp up collagen production.
—Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 31 Oct. 2024
These women tend to suffer from disturbed microcirculation, shifted sleep patterns, and are easily dehydrated, and have suboptimal health at a cellular level.
—Sofia Quaglia, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2023
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“Microcirculation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microcirculation. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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microcirculation
noun
mi·cro·cir·cu·la·tion
ˈmī-krō-ˌsər-kyə-ˈlā-shən
: blood circulation in the microvascular system
also
: the microvascular system itself
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