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1 Gentle Cleansing Cream – Dampen face with warm water. Apply Gentle Cleansing Cream and smooth on to face and neck in soft round massage movements. Add warm water to fingertips with foam cleanser. Remove with warm compresses and pat face dry with tissue.
3 Active Toner – Lightly apply Active Toner to entire face with moistened cotton pad, avoiding eye area. Conduct extractions if necessary. Disinfect extraction sites with additional Active Toner.
4 Base Cream Mask – Spread a moderate layer of Base Cream Mask on face and neck. Massage most of the product into the skin, leaving a slightly visible residual film. Do not remove. Follow immediately with Silk Fibers and Silk Fiber Activator.
5 Silk Fibers and Silk Fibers Activator – Use approximately one full sheet of Silk Fiber per treatment. Break the fiber into small pieces and apply it directly on top of the Base Cream Mask. With one hand, release small drops of Silk Fiber Activator onto the Silk Fibers. Use the other hand to gently massage the area until the fibers dissolve and are absorbed into the skin. Conduct appropriate facial massage for your client’s skin type. Continue immediately with Step 6. Do not rinse off.
6 Silk Multivitamin Drops – Apply several drops and massage into the face and neck. Apply slight pressure for optimal skin stimulation. Massage until completely absorbed. Conclude by gently applying pressure to the face with your warm outstretched hands.
7 Remodeling Mask – Mix approximately three to four tablespoons of Remodeling Mask powder into a bowl and slowly add approximately two tablespoons of cold water while swiftly mixing to reach a thick smooth consistency (example: thick mayonnaise consistency). Spread mask generously to entire face and more thinly to the neck area. Leave mask on to dry for approximately 10 to 15 minutes without facial movement to enhance the wrinkle-smoothing properties of this mask. Expect the mixture to dry into a firm elastic mask that molds, supports, and lifts the client’s skin. Gently peel mask off and remove any remaining traces of the mask and excess residue with wet compresses. Conclude with the application of Silky Serum.
1. Apply DOCTOR’S PROGRAM® ABC FACIAL PEEL® with a brush spreading product evenly over the skin to be treated allowing the stratum corneum to open which enhances the penetration of the YELLOW PEEL®.
4. Remove the DOCTOR’S PROGRAM® YELLOW PEEL® with DOCTOR’S PROGRAM® BALANCING FACIAL CLEANSER®. Repeat the steps 3, 4, and 5 a total of three to eight times until the desired level of stimulation is obtained.
5. Re-apply a new layer of DOCTOR’S PROGRAM® YELLOW PEEL®; allow it to act for 20 minutes.
7. Wash the skin using BALANCING FACIAL CLEANSER® for the next six to eight days. Patients will experience an exfoliation of the skin surface (release of the superficial stratum corneum) for 48 to 72 hours following peeling. Protect the new skin with DOCTOR’S PROGRAM ® Post-Peel Recovery Formula for the next six to eight days.
1 Mix alkaline wash with aqua d’ herbs into a small DMK green bowl using a DMK spatula mix into a medium paste.
2A Apply alkaline wash to the area being treated and keep the solution moist at all times by lightly spraying with a water spritz. Allow alkaline wash to sit on the area until the hair crinkles and dissolves.
2B Very gently work the paste in a circular motion (one to three circles), do not rub hard or aggressively.
2C Use a cool damp DMK towel to remove the alkaline wash quickly and gently.
3 Immediately after the alkaline wash is removed, neutralize the area with exoderma peel plus for five to 10 minutes. Apply ice over in circular motions over the neutralizer. Remove the exoderma peel plus neutralizer with a warm DMK towel.
4 Apply DMK melanoplex drops to the area. melanoplex drops are anti-inflammatory, healing, and aim to inhibit the formation of pigment and are essential after an alkaline procedure.
6 Apply the body enzyme masque in thick controlled strokes and leave on for 30 minutes. DMK Body Enzyme Therapy Treatments are designed to increase circulation and create a lymph drainage action. This is felt by the client as a tightening and pulsating sensation of the enzyme mask. This action promotes a rush of fresh new oxygenated blood from within the skin, due to dilated capillaries. Oxygen carries nutrients and O2 Hemoglobin to the mitochondria of all cells. Oxygen aids in the removal of toxins, waste, and other cellular debris. A lack of oxygen can lead to malfunction of the mitochondria resulting in a dysfunctional skin system.
7 The body enzyme mask must first be softened with a hot and damp DMK towel before being cleansed with DMK hydra louffa in circular strokes. Gently wipe the area clean with a warm DMK towel.
8 The skin is now stimulated to a point where its’ absorption capabilities are at optimal levels. We then provide the skin with nourishment, through a transdermal infusion of essential lipids and nutrients. beta gel, direct delivery vitamin c serum, herbal pigment oil and contraderm crème are applied before spraying with herb & mineral mist. The skin is then covered with cling film and followed by a hot, damp DMK towel. The hot towels are changed three times to ensure the skin stays warm and maximum absorption is achieved.
1 Cleanse skin using a dime size amount of SkinBorn® BHA Cleanser to fingertips cleansing in a circular motion. Remove cleanser with a warm towel. A second cleansing may be done at this point.
2 Using gauze sponges, apply SkinBorn® Astringent to problem areas.
3 Add two to three teaspoons of SkinBorn® Pineapple and Papaya Enzyme Peel in mixing bowl with very warm water. Mix slowly with a spatula. (Do not use brush to mix.) Consistency of peel should look a little thicker than pancake batter. Add a small amount of SkinBorn® Resurfacing Treatment to enzyme peel for additional resurfacing benefits. Make sure peel is free of lumps. Dampen brush in water, dip in peel, and apply starting at the neck, then outer peripheral of face, forehead, nose, and cheeks. Leave on three to six minutes, according to skin type. Peel should remain moist.
4 Enzyme peel may be occluded with plastic wrap around face where peel has been applied to keep from drying out, or can be sprayed with SkinBorn® Panthenol 5% treatment spray to keep moist.
Remove peel with warm towels, starting at the neck until completely removed.
6 Extractions may be done at this point if necessary. Apply SkinBorn® Astringent on area where extractions were done.
7 Spray skin with SkinBorn® Panthenol 5% Treatment. Apply SkinBorn® DNA Ampoule to entire face. Apply Ultrasound gel. Use handheld Ultrasound for 10 minutes to increase product penetration. Wipe off any excess gel with dry gauze.
Out of the 11.7 million medical aesthetic procedures performed in 2007, laser hair removal accounted for over 1.4 million treatments and 12 percent of the industry's massive growth. This once unheard of treatment is now the third most sought after non-surgical procedure, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. The ability to gain self-confidence by ridding oneself of hair in embarrassing places and freedom from the monotony of shaving are just some of the benefits individuals seek through laser hair removal.
1 A. Skin Preparation – Using a Lactic Pumpkin Extract blend; moisten hands with warm water. Place Pumpkin Cleanser in palm of hands. Begin facial cleanse; steam may be used. *NOTE: This all-important first step must be thorough. Massage skin with cleanser for about five minutes and remove thoroughly with wet, warm gauze pads. B. Second-Phase Cleanse and Balancing – Apply Phyto-Nutrient Toner (Raspberry Lotion) to skin. This begins the infusion of important nutrients for cellular support and clears the pathways at the stratum corneum level for better penetration. Let Raspberry Lotion remain on skin. *NOTE: Do not get in or near eyes.
2 A. Preparing Enzyme – Remove three teaspoons of Pepsin & Papain Enzyme; add one teaspoon of an organic herbal compound blended with salicylic and ursolic acid (Italian Herbal Peel). Stir mixture until creamy. Place protective pads on eyes. B. Enzyme Application – Apply an even layer of enzyme mixture to face and neck using a soft brush. First Heat Wrap – lay two 4x4 damp gauze across upper and lower face and wrap face with a steamed towel. C. Enzyme Removal – Let enzyme remain on skin for 10 minutes. Remove towel wrap and begin removal of enzyme with the gauze that is on the face. Rinse several times for complete removal. Blot skin dry. Skin will be stimulated and slightly pinkened.
4 Finishing Mask – A custom blend with the actives Cocoa and Milk to add free radical defense, calming and soothing elements, and additional nutrients. Mix equal parts of Milk Mask and Chocolate Antioxidant Mask and whip together. Apply evenly to skin with a soft brush. Keep on skin for five minutes. Lay a dampened 4x4 gauze on face and neck. Roll chilled Ice Globes across face and neck for five minutes or more. Remove gauze and remaining mask mixture.
1 The area to be sugared is first cleansed using Presept Skin Cleanser - an anti-microbial solution to remove excess oils, makeup, lotions and debris. After all you would not do black head extractions over makeup… so the same applies when extracting hair.
2 After a thorough cleansing, Essential Tonic, an anti-inflammatory tonic, is applied to act as a catalyst. It has a soothing and calming effect on the skin. One of the key ingredients actually helps to open the cuticles of the hair shaft allowing the sugar paste to grip the hair even better!
3 The area to be sugared is then covered with a very thin layer of Vertal-6 Drying Powder to ensure that the skin is completely dry. Sugar paste is water-soluble and will not adhere to anything with moisture so keeping skin dry is important.
4 Once the area is prepped, the sugar paste is applied against the direction of hair growth. This type of application allows the sugar paste to coat all the hairs and seep down into the skin coating and lubricating the hair on the inside of the follicles as well.
5 The hair is eased out of the skin and is removed using hands and a special “flicking” technique in the natural direction of hair growth. Sugaring is repeated until hair is completely removed from the area.
7 The Essential Tonic is then re-applied to the skin to keep the follicles free of bacteria preventing pustules that can accompany skin that is post extracted of hair and left to the elements.
8 The treatment is completed with an application of Restore Hydrating Lotion that clams the skin and restores the moisture balance leaving the client’s skin feeling soft and clean.
7 Using a pair of sanitized tweezers, pull out enough gauze saturated with Bio Jouvance Paris Bio Matrix Booster Gel (BMTX-1006-P) from the jar to cover the forehead and cut with sanitized scissors. Then, apply the gauze over the forehead where the serum was previously applied. Continue covering the face with gauze saturated with Bio Matrix Booster Gel until face, neck, and décolleté areas are completely covered. * At this point, you may use either an ultrasound or LED machine for three to five minutes per area.
It still amazes me how many of us are out there that avoid all contact with "equipment" in facial and body procedures. I know what you're thinking; I've heard it all before… "Nothing beats human touch… I can do a better job with my hands." I wouldn't disagree, but what I am urging you to do is to take a moment to simply look at things from a different point of view (my fiancé absolutely hates when I say that to him!). But seriously, this month's focus is on Tools of the Trade, and a multi-function machine is one basic piece of equipment that can offer oodles of variations to your skin care services.
Selling retail is an essential part of a well run spa. This is true not only because the additional revenue is so crucial to a spa's bottom line, but also because prescriptive home care is the necessary second step to the professional care given to a client in the spa. While mastering the retail sale can be difficult from a team or individual perspective, there are methods for making your spa’s retail routine hum.
Your Spa's Style
Oftentimes spas try to sell a bit of everything in an attempt to accommodate everyone. This can be a fatal error. The more fragmented your retail mix the more clients and staff will be confused. There must be a driving force behind your spa philosophy. Are you primarily a spa focused in on medical skin care, contouring services, water therapies, or all organic non-ablative therapies? Before you can determine the best retail mix for your spa, you really need to dig deep and understand your theme, focus, and primary therapeutic offerings. Moreover, remember that if you can’t get the product on them in the treatment room—there is a much smaller chance that the client will be taking the product home with them for further use when not at the spa. Integrating the treatment experience with the retail experience is crucial. When determining your retail mix, be cognizant of your client. Do you primarily offer clinical services or is your treatment mix somewhat more “fluffy†or gift-oriented?