Facial Treatment With Devices - Theory Flashcards
Stand-alone devices for treatments (4)
Ultrasonic, micro-current, LED, and microdermabrasion
Devices used in facial treatments (7)
Steamer, rotating brush, vacuum spray, high frequency, galvanic, Lucas spray pulverizer, hot/cold hammer
Steps in the increase phase
Pre-cleanse, analyze, cleanse, tone, and exfoliate
Steps in the balance phase
Treat and massage
Steps in the decrease phase
Mask and protect
Ultrasonic spatula (skin scrubber) uses:
Alternating current at high frequency to produce rapid movement (oscillation)
Ultrasonic scrubber is used for
Texture: dehydration, dull appearance
Acne: congested skin
Ultrasonic scrubber is used for
Texture: dehydration, dull appearance
Acne: congested skin
Treatments with the ultrasonic
Exfoliation and product absorption
Micro-current device uses
Multiple waveforms and frequencies to stimulate cellular response
Microcurrent device is used for:
Aging: wrinkles, sagging skin, slack muscles
Texture: dehydration, dull appearance
Firming and toning
Cellulite treatments
LED device uses
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) of different colors and wavelengths
Red and infrared light is for which skin conditions
Sensitivity: rosacea and sensitive
Texture: dull appearance
Red and amber light therapy is used for which skin conditions
Aging: wrinkles (fine to deep) and sagging skin
Blue light therapy is used for which skin conditions
Acne: grades 1 and 2
At which step is an LED device used
Mask step
What is a Microdermabrasion device and what does it do
Uses a fine, inert, abrasive material or an abrasive tip attached to a vacuum device that exfoliates the stratum corneum in a precise and controlled manner
What is a microdermabrasion device used for
Aging: wrinkles (fine to deep) and sagging skin
Texture: dull appearance
Acne: grades 1-2 and congested skin
Pigmentation: hyperpigmentation
Benefits of a microdermabrasion device (6)
Increasing micro circulation
Stimulating muscles
Helping products absorb into skin
Cleansing surface of the skin
Deep cleaning pores
Stimulating lymphatic system circulation
Steamer benefits (4)
Dilates pores
Increases micro circulation
Softens impurities
Aids exfoliation
Rotating brush benefits (3)
Mild exfoliation
Deep cleanses
Increases micro circulation
Vacuum spray atomizer description
Sprays the surface of the skin with a gentle mist of a water based solution
Vacuum spray atomizer benefits
Calms
Hydrates
pH balance
Vacuum suction description
Draws out dirt, impurities, and sebum from surface of the skin and uses attachments (ventouse) to perform stimulating massage such as mechanical lymph drainage massage
Vacuum suction benefits
Circulates blood and lymph nodes
Reduces swelling
Gently exfoliates
Thermal effect and its effect on the skin
Warms the tissue
Stimulates fibroblasts for repair
Stimulates collagen
Mechanical or magnetic effect and its effect on the skin
Increases micro circulation
Increases hydration
Increases desquamation
Reduces bacteria
Electrochemical effect and its effect on the skin
Increases permeability with water-based products
Tissue tightening
Increases fluid movement
Reduces erythema
Increases micro circulation
High frequency uses
An alternating current with high voltage and low amperage; uses multiple electrodes for different applications
Spark gap def
When oxygen in air around the electrode is electrified and creates a low amount of ozone gas
Direct high frequency description and benefits
Direct application of electrode on the skin
Stimulates surface tissue,creates heat on surface of the skin, increases circulation and blood flow, helps heal existing papules and pustules, delivers germicidal effect and kills bacteria, and reduces inflammation after hair removal
Indirect high frequency description and benefits
Also known as Viennese Massage; performed while client holds saturator electrode
Warms tissues, stimulates sebum production and secretion, induces relaxation, increases product penetration, assists in massage for mature skin, stimulates micro circulation, and stimulates lymph circulation
Sparking (fulguration) description and benefits
Direct application over blemishes with a small contact electrode using an up and down movement to create a “spark gap”
Uses the formation of ozone to produce a mild germicidal effect on skin, creates heat on surface of skin, good for after extraction, calms skin, reduces redness, reduces inflammation, and effective with acne and occasional breakouts
Galvanic device description
Current passes through the skin and an acidic or alkaline solution and an electrochemical effect is produced
3 electrochemical effects of direct current
Iontophoresis
Desincrustation
Electrolysis
Galvanic device applications (2)
Deep cleansing or desincrustation
Product infusion or iontophoresis
Desincrustation treatment
Treatment in which blockages in the skin (clogged pores or blackheads) are broken down due to saponification (soap-making process)
Iontophoresis treatment
Treatment in which water-soluble compounds are pushed into the epidermis
Anaphoresis description
Type of transmission that allows an alkaline solution to enter the skin when the negative pole of an electrode is used on the skin
Anaphoresis description
Type of transmission that allows an alkaline solution to enter the skin when the negative pole of an electrode is used on the skin
Cataphoresis description
Type of transmission that allows an acidic solution to enter the skin when the positive pole of an electrode is used in the skin
Anaphoresis benefits
Stimulates micro circulation, softens tissues creating some desquamation, dilates pores, stimulates nerve endings, and reduces edema
Cataphoresis benefits
Increases product absorption in skin, tightens and firms the tissue, constricts blood vessels and pores, soothes nerve endings and decreases sensitivity, and relieves post-extraction irritation
Lucas spray pulverizer use
Atomizes distilled water and herbs or essential oils to spray on skin; uses a chamber of heated water to create steam, then its pushed through nozzle opening; steam is forced through nozzle, picks up herbs or essential oils within container
Lucas spray pulverizer benefits
Hydrating
Calming (chamomile-reduces redness and irritation)
Astringent (acidic herbs like witch hazel)
Cold setting on hammer benefits
Constricts pores, reduces inflammation and micro circulation, calms irritation, and reduces edema
Hot setting on hammer benefits
Dilates pores, increases micro circulation, soothes nerves, and relaxes muscles
