Esthetics is the application of various treatments to the skin, to maintain its health and vitality. Estheticians are trained in skin wellness, helping their clients balance oil and moisture content and achieve a healthy, youthful complexion. As well as various facial treatments (described in more detail below), they commonly also perform body treatments such as salt or sugar scrubs, moisturizing or slenderizing body wraps, hair removal techniques such as waxing or threading, and hand/foot treatments to rejuvenate the skin. A variety of treatments and products are used to protect skin from environmental hazards and combat fine lines, wrinkles, and a dull, uneven skin tone. Estheticians are also skilled in managing conditions such as acne, rosacea, eczema, and dry skin, to name just a few. And finally, skin care treatments are wonderfully relaxing and rejuvenating. If smooth, healthy skin is your goal,
Some common therapies:
■Chemical peel: An exfoliation process, very effective in treating a large range of skin concerns such as aging, sun damage, acne, mild scarring, improving overall skin brightness and evening skin tone. Light peels require no down time from work or normal activities. Moderate peels may require a day or two of down time, and deep peels can require a week or more to allow the skin to fully heal. Estheticians who are not working in a medical setting perform light to moderate peels only. Deep peels are performed by a physican, or under a physician’s supervision, for your safety.
■Exfoliation: The removal of dead skin cells manually (scrubbing, brushing, or using a system such as microdermabrasion), with a chemical peel (a product that causes dead skin cells to shed) or with an enzymatic product that digests dead skin cells.
■Extraction: This is the process of deep cleansing the pores, either manually (using gloved hands and cotton or tissue around the fingers, with gentle pressure to remove the impacted pore) or using a metal extraction implement designed to clear blocked pores. This can also include the use of a lancet (a small sharp blade to lift the dead cells of the skin prior to extraction).
■Facial: A facial is the most popular treatment performed by estheticians. It is a good way for your therapist to get a good understanding of your skin prior to suggesting more aggressive treatments. A facial generally includes makeup removal and skin cleansing, exfoliation by mechanical, enzymatic or chemical means, steaming, extractions, facial massage, a treatment mask, serum/moisturizer and sunblock. For most people, facials can be scheduled every four weeks, although your therapist may recommend a different schedule based on your individual needs.
■Microdermabrasion: The process of resurfacing the skin using a machine that sands the skin’s epidermal (outer) layer, using either a wand tipped with crushed diamonds, or a spray of special crystals which are then suctioned back up along with the dead skin cells. It can be very helpful in improving skin texture, fine lines and the effectiveness of home care product penetration.
■Waxing: Waxing removes unwanted hair at the root. There are two different types of waxes: hard and soft. Soft wax is applied warm to the skin in a thin layer in the direction of hair growth. Cloth strips are then applied to the warm wax, rubbed in the direction of hair growth, and quickly pulled off in the opposite direction. This method is best used on larger areas of the body such as the legs, back or chest. Hard wax is used without cloth strips. It is applied warm, in a layer about the thickness of a nickel, allowed to dry and then removed quickly in the opposite direction of hair growth. Hard wax is less irritating to sensitive skin and is excellent for the bikini, underarm and facial areas. LED Light Therapy. Light therapy has been shown in over 30 years of independent research to deliver powerful therapeutic benefits to living tissue. Visible red light, at a wavelength of 650nm (nanometers), penetrates human tissue to a depth of 8-10 mm. Skin layers, because of their high blood and water content, absorb red light very readily. It is very beneficial to treating problems close to the surface of the skin. The light is absorbed by the cells, accelerating tissue repair, thus speeding up recovery time. This technology is especially successful in the fields of Dermatology and Neurology and is a must in the world of beauty and fitness. The light affects a group of cells at the cellular level. The light causes these cells to release other cellular products. These products have the effect of dilating (opening up) skin capillary blood vessels. The dilation of these blood vessels leads to an increase in the blood flow. An increase in blood flow carries oxygen and nutrients to the skin. Light therapy restores skins natural cellular activity and promotes tissue regeneration. LEDs are similar to Lasers inasmuch as they can emit the same light but differ in the way that the light energy is delivered. Lasers are focused beam, single wavelength light emitters that can be intense enough to burn/cut tissue. LEDs do not deliver enough power to damage the tissue, but do deliver enough energy to stimulate a response from the body to heal itself. Aside from the great results, the best news is that Light Therapy has no reported side effects. This is a FDA approved Therapy. What Does Light Therapy Do? Increases circulation *Stimulates the production of collagen *Helps to heal wounds *Protects healthy skin *Helps to repair damaged skin *Decreases pore size *Useful in skin rejuvenation *Increases RNA and DNA synthesis, helping damaged cells to replace more promptly *Stimulates fibroblastic activity *Increases lymphatic system activity *Kills bacteria that causes acne *Comforts sore muscles, aches and pains *Increases moisture retention *Firms skin *Increases oxygenation and restoration of skin’s natural cellular activity, which keeps the skin renewed and fresh. Ultrasonic Facial. The classic European facial has helped clear the pores and refine the skin of millions of women (and men) the world over. If you’re ready to take your monthly facial to the next level, consider the ultrasonic facial. Using a machine that emits high-frequency sonic waves, ultrasonic facial treatments cleanse, repair and stimulate the skin. The ultrasonic facial is a medically proven treatment that uses ultrasound to loosen and remove dead skin cells and restores the natural electrical charge to cells. The process is safe: it doesn`t use crystals or chemicals and is perfect for sensitive, sun-damaged, acneic and acne prone skin types. What is an Ultrasonic Facial? This high-tech facial uses a specialized ultrasonic/ultrasound machine that emits high-frequency waves. Ultrasonic treatments benefit a variety of skin types and can improve many common skin conditions. Your esthetician will customize your ultrasonic facial according to your skin type and skincare needs. The ultrasonic facial is gentle, non-invasive suitable for most skin types, from acne to rosacea and sun-damaged skin. Because the ultrasonic mechanism is so effective at cleaning clogged pores, painful extractions are unnecessary. Your skin will have that lit-from-within glow - making it the perfect treatment to indulge in before a big event. Once your skin is rejuvenated and healthy looking, maintain your results with monthly ultrasonic facials. Microcurrent Facial Toning. What is Microcurrent? Microcurrent Facial Sculpting technique is a low cost painless alternative for those wishing the results of surgical cosmetic treatments. It is also called the lunch time face lift. The treatment uses a "secret formula" of eight different waveforms of microcurrent, which stimulate the 32 of the 53 facial muscles using traditional acupuncture points of the face and body. It is the best alternative for women who wish to get back their youthful looks. Microcurrent facial & body sculpting has recently gained popularity in US, especially among Hollywood celebrities. The benefits of the procedure include eliminating fine lines, creases, and wrinkles, restoring the glow of youthful skin, visibly firming, contouring and lifting the overall droop; and tightening sagging jowls, double chins, and fatty cheeks. Microcurrent is a physical therapy modality that has been in use for over 16 years. How does the treatment actually work? Microcurrent aids in reducing the signs of aging by utilizing a low level of electricity known as microcurrent. These tiny microcurrent impulses trigger chemical reactions at a cellular level to enhance the production of natural collagen and elastin, provide circulatory benefits and work directly on the nerves and muscle fibers. The result is visible firming and smoothing of the skin. Your body seems to use the Microcurrent energy to increase its own energy production. Microcurrent increases the production of ATP, your own chemical energy, by up to 500%. Tsoklis, an expert on the subject, “Microcurrent is the reproduction of your own biological current. As we age, this current, which sends messages from the brain to the muscles via the spinal cord, does not send those messages properly.” The Microcurrent treatment restores those messages from the brain to tell the skin to rejuvenate. It helps tone facial muscles by replicating our own biological currents. That is why this treatment is such a safe alternative to some of the invasive and risky treatments on the market today. How quickly will I notice a difference in my face? Some clients notice a difference after the first treatment. Other clients will notice it after 3 or 4 treatments. The important thing to realize is that the effect is cumulative — that is, your face will become more tightened and toned with each treatment. When you get the desired effect, you can begin your maintenance program of having a treatment anywhere from 4 - 12 weeks, depending on your unique body. Why can't I feel it? The current is so low it doesn't stimulate sensory nerves. What are the side effects? Microcurrent changes muscle tissue, softens scar tissue, and increases circulation with the effect of removing long stored waste products and increasing cellular metabolism so quickly that there is often a detoxification reaction after treatment. Some people have a similar reaction after a massage but the reaction after Microcurrent is stronger because so much is accomplished in such a short period of time. The side effects can include nausea, fatigue, drowsiness, a temporary increase in pain, and a flu-like feeling. The side effects usually start during or about 90 minutes after treatment, and may last from 4 to 24 hours. There have been no lasting adverse reactions reported. MFS has a history of being very safe. What can I do about the side effects You should drink at least two quarts of water in the two hours following treatment. If you feel the side effects return, drink more water and it should pass in about 20 minutes. Do the benefits last? Every personresponds individually but the changes to the tissues seem to be long lasting. About 60 to 80% of the changes created in one treatment last until the next treatment, about four to seven days. Your muscles are used to responding the way they are and may return to the old configuration if not treated again, although some have had permanent changes in one treatment. Dermaplaning. Dermaplaning is an exfoliative treatment performed using a scalpel to "shave" away the outermost layers of the skin. This process is painless and very safe but is only recommended for treatment of the face (not the nose, neck or decollete). Not only will you achieve smoother, brighter skin but this also helps remove peach fuzz. 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