Galvanism Flashcards

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What is Galvanic current?

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Galvanic Current is a continuous current that flows in one direction and uses low voltage and medium amperage. It has dual polarity of a positive or negative charge.

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What is Desincrustation?

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Galvanic Desincrustation is the use of galvanic current on the cathode that produced alkaline pushing active substances into the skin for astringent or purifying purposes. Desincrustation helps soften tissues, open pores for deeper cleansing, dissolve sebum and ingrained dirt. It assists with increasing circulation, bringing oxygen, warmth and nutrients to treated area.

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What is Iontophoresis?

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Galvanic Iontophoresis is the use of galvanic current on the positive polarity (anode) pushing active substances into the skin for moisturizing, soothing, decongesting, and detoxifying purposes. Iontophoresis helps improve skin texture by tightening and firming, refines pores, reduces redness and soothes nerve endings. It helps drive active ingredients such as vitamins, antioxidants, and peptids into the skin resulting in deeper penetration beyond the superficial layer.

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What is the purpose of Galvanic facial skin treatment?

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Galvanic skin treatments are used to tone up muscles, promote blood circulation, increase cell metabolism and activate enzymes. This treatment helps healing after surgical and non-surgical procedures and improves the quality and firmness of skin.

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Desincrustation suitable for Oily congested skin and not sensitive skin, why?

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As sensitive skin already have broken acid mantle and the use desincrustation will further destroy the acid mantle that exacerbate sensitive skin condition

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