Skin Analysis Steps Flashcards
Skin Analysis Steps 1/2
1- Acne or Imposter
2- Skin Type
Skin Analysis Steps 3/4
Analysis is a step of consultation
3-Acne Type (inflamed/non/combo)
4- Severity (mild 10 each cheek, moderate 10-30, severe 30’or more
Always note severity of inflammation
Skin Analysis Steps 5/6/7
- Skin Condition: Temporary Effects of the Environment, other treatments or allergic reactions, which must be resolved before tx (SWLOOAH)
-or- - Other skin conditions Proceed with caution (ECESP)
- Skin Sensitivity Test
Skin Analysis Steps 8/9/10
FEA
- Fitz Scale above or below 4
- Environmental Conditions
- Age young or mature go gentler
Record The Analysis
All the data; will you do a tx that day,
Accutane
Reduces oil glands, but aging dies as well
Why is skin type important
It directs the home care and treatments you provide
Conditions you can Tx the other caution using spot pet jelly
Excoriated Skin
Cut/Abrasions
Eczema
Seborric Detmatitis
Psoriasis
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Red, inflammed oily and itchy and scarlet skin; cradle cap, areas rich with oil producing glands. Long term and can cause social trauma. Not contagious. Dandruff.
Antifungal creams and Salicylic Acid, Acne med can help.
Eczema
Also called Dermatitis; red itchy rash, thickened blistered skin,
Avoid Allergins and Stress
Use essential fatty acids, moisturizer and steroid creams
Skin Sensitivity Test (Step 7) Consultation) and Goal
- Cleanse with ultra gentle cleanser
- Tone with Calming Facial Toner
3.using gloves, apply 8% Mandelic Serum starting in the bottom right side of their face - For mild non inflamed, use Vit A serum instead
- If a client feels 2 or less then proceed with serum tx
6.if above 2 for inflamed or combo try other cheek with 5% - If higher than 2 remove
- Once proper serum is found apply to entire face and ask if the tingling is the same
- If no serum works; send them home with week one and two without the serum
- In 2 weeks, the acne med should decrease sensitivity and skin will tolerate more
Goal is to acclimate to Mandelic Serum
Troubleshoot with Salicylic or Lactic
Sensitivity Script
On a scale of 1-10, one being you hardly feel anything and ten being very irritating, what number would you give it?
What your client needs to know
- Not an overnight process.3-4 months unless moderate to severe non inflamed (5-6)
2.Even if they still break out, the product is working. New breakouts began three months ago as microcomodones. - Home care compliance is Number 1 to getting and staying clear. Toothbrush analogy.
- Be up front that they may experience peeling or dry skin and to contact you when and if this occurs so that you can adjust their routine
Serum Amounts
1 pump
Acne Med amount
Dime or nickel sized