Advanced Facial Devices Flashcards
Crystal vs Diamond
Crystal is more like a sand blaster
Crystals used
Aluminum Oxide/Organic/Sodium Bicarbonate
Microdermabrasion Indications
Rhytids Photo Damage Rough Texture and Tone Acne Scarring Keratosis Pilaris
Microdermabrasion ContraIndications
Rosacea open lesions active acne accutane pregnancy
Technique Sensitive
number of passes strength of vacuum speed of pass pressure type of wand
Galvanic
Disincrustation
Ionophoresis
3 things to consider before purchasing equipment
does it fit your business plan
will your client pay for the base of the device
what services are offered
New
under warranty
latest technology
excellent training
marketing tools
Used
less expensive
expired warranties
history investigation
Woods Lamp Light
Filtered Black Light
Color Code for Woods Lamp
Brown - pigmentation Orange - oil Yellow - Bacteria Purple - dehydration White - Hypopigmentation/dry skin Blue - Normal
How deep does the woods lamp allow you to see?
papillary layer of dermis
Mag Lamp
“loupe”
magnifies and has a light barrier
Woods Lamp
Gives an idea of what is happening underneath skin
Steamer
Opens pores
Deeper Penetration
gives slip
High Frequency
Kills Bacteria
Hair Growth
Galvanic
Disincrustation - softens skin
Ionophoresis - product penetration
Vacuum
Stimulates blood flow
Stimulates Lymph
Sprayer
adds slip/smell
Rotary Brush
light exfoliation
drives product deeper
Red Flags
Cosmetic Info through the media Want to negotiate fees Have body Dysmorphic Disorder Demand Extreme make overs Move clinic to clinic because of dissatisfaction
LED
Light Emitting Diode
IPL
Intense Pulse Light
Aminolevulinic Acid (Kerastick)
Enhances photosensitivity
used to treat acne
process of Aminolevulinic Acid
Painted on the skin with a kerastick
Exposed to a light source
Cooling Wand
Avoid sun 2-3 days
Electromagnetic Spectrum
made up of all forms of energy whose spectrum ranges from longest wave to shortest
Microcurrent
Facial toning
Used to treat loss of facial muscle
Galvanic and Faradic Current
Electrodesication
Indications
CI’s
uses low to high levels of RF
evaporates cellular fluid
Milia / Skin Tags / telangectases
Open wounds / pregnant / pace maker
Ultrasonic
Indications
CI’s
Cavitation - Exfoliates
Sonophoresis - penetrates
microamp - promotes overall health
acne / aging / dry
thin skin / electrical implants / diabetes
Derma-planing
Indication
CI’s
Manual Exfoliation using a scapel
Dead Skin
Systic Acne
Microneedling
controlled wound that produces growth of fibroblasts
