What is EDA (Electrodermal Activity)?
Electrodermal activity (EDA)—also known as galvanic skin response (GSR) or skin conductance—measures tiny changes in your skin's electrical properties.
These changes are caused by sweat gland activity, which is controlled exclusively by your sympathetic nervous system. Even microscopic amounts of perspiration affect conductivity—long before you notice "sweaty palms."
How Skin Conductance Measurement Works
The eSense applies a tiny, imperceptible electrical current between two finger electrodes. When your sweat glands activate, conductivity increases.
This change is measured in microSiemens (µS) and displayed instantly on your smartphone or tablet—giving you objective, real-time feedback about your stress levels.
Why EDA is the Gold Standard
Unlike heart rate or breathing, skin conductance cannot be consciously controlled. It responds involuntarily to stress, emotions, and arousal.
This makes EDA the most honest indicator of your body's stress state—revealing tension you might not even be aware of. That's why it's used in clinical research, therapy, and professional biofeedback worldwide.