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Why are facial treatments such a popular service in the salon/spa?

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Facial treatments are considered the “bread & butter”

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Facial treatment theory

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The facial service is a tremendous stress reliever and a way for clients to take time out for themselves. It’s relaxing, rejuvenating, and refreshing, as well as a better path to better skin health.

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Facial treatment services: (2 part answer)

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*a service used to improve & maintain the appearance of the facial skin
*The most requested treatment service & the can produce the highest profit margin

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Common Facial Names:

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  1. Basic Facial
    2.Classic Facial
  2. European Facial
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What is the minimum duration for a facial treatment?

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60 minutes

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Fundamental steps to a facial:

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  1. Pre-cleanse
  2. Analyze
  3. Cleanse & Tone
  4. Exfoliate
  5. Treat
  6. Massage
  7. Mask
  8. Protect
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The 3 phases of a facial:

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  1. Increase phase
  2. Balance phase
  3. Decrease phase
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Function of increase phase:

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Stimulate the skin, promote cell turnover & increased skin moisture

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Steps in Increase Phase:

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  1. Pre-cleanse
  2. Analyze
  3. Cleanse & Tone
  4. Exfoliate
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Function of pre-cleanse:

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Light cleansing to remove any makeup & sweat

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Function of Analyze:

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Assessment of the skin to create a personalized treatment

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Function of Cleanse and Tone:

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Deep cleansing; refreshes the skin & balances PH, skin warming to soften skin

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Function of Exfoliate:

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Removal of dead skin cells & buildup of pollution & debris; steam to activate an enzyme exfoliation

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Steps in Balance Phase:

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  1. Treat
  2. Massage
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Function of Balance Phase

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The skin is prepared to receive an infusion of active ingredients to correct the skin’s PH & improve the skin’s hydration and protection

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Function of Treat in balance phase

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Extractions to remove comedones, antibacterial product; specific condition serum

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Function of Massage in balance phase

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Provides nutrients to the skin, initiates relaxation, increases microcirculation & serum absorption

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Function of Decrease Phase

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Calm & sedate skin

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Goal of Decrease Phase (3 part)

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  1. Reduce inflammation, microcirculation & bacterial growth
  2. Target pigment concerns, erythema (redness), rough texture & edema
  3. Decrease skin barrier disfunction & melanocyte over production
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Function of mask in Decrease phase

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Specialized ingredients to enhance, calm the skin & focus on the skin concerns

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Function of protect in Decrease phase

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Add serums to address specific concerns & moisturize with sun protection (SPF)

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Express facial “mini-facial”:

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-is condensed to 30 minutes
-popular for clients on lunch
-should not replace monthly facial
-balance phase is usually omitted; in some cases massage replaces mask

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Acne Facial Treatment Steps

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  1. Pre-cleanse
  2. Analyze
  3. Cleanse & Tone
  4. EXTRACTION
  5. Mask
  6. Protect
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The massage during the Balance phase on an acne facial should avoid:

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Acneic areas

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What grades of acne can receive treatment without physician’s consent?
Grade 1 & 2
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What grades of acne requires physician’s consent?
Grade 3 & 4
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Guidelines for extraction during acne facial:
-DO NOT try to extract pupules -used sterilized lancets only -DO NOT do extensive extractions on dehydrated skin; keep it under 5 minutes to avoid damage -Always use an antibacterial product after extraction Massage — DO NOT perform facial massage on inflamed acne
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Helpful mask ingredients to acne:
-High-antioxidant botanicals such as green tea, blueberry, pomegranate -Salicylic Acid -Chocolate -Sulfur -Zinc -Bentonite Clay -Sea Salt DO NOT USE STEAMED TOWELS TO REMOVE MASKS
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What is the difference between a men’s facial to a woman’s facial?
The techniques
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Some differences in men’s skin that should be considered during a facial
-The skin — pH of a male client tends to be more acidic -Facial Hair — Often thick & issues with folliculitis -Oil production — Testosterone promotes an active sebaceous gland
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Bacterial & Fungal infections to be aware of that relate to men’s facial hair
-Folliculitis Barbae -Pseudofolliculitis Barbae
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Folliculitis Barbae
Commonly referred to as “barber’s itch”, an infection on the face & neck where the area surrounding the hair follicle is inflamed with redness and pustules -Caused by damage or blockage of the hair follicle, usually due to incorrect shaving -Refer client to a physician; usually treated with a topical or oral anti-staphylococcal antibiotic
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Pseudofolliculitis Barbae
-Also known as shaving rash or razor bumps; foreign body reaction -Characterized by papules, which may be itchy -Occurs most often in men with coarse or tightly curled hair in which the hair curves back into the skin, creating inflammation of the hair follicles -There are many products on the market specifically for Pseudofolliculitis Barbae -Exfoliate using gentle scrub to remove dead skin cells & soften skin
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Additional guidelines to follow during men’s facial (1-6)
-Skin benefits from an exfoliate or an enzyme treatment with an acidic pH -Use gel in beard area because thick cream or clay masks are difficult to remove -Use circular movements to reach the base of the follicle -Use steam & desincrustation product to soften debris before extractions -Use fingers or comedone remover -Avoid trying to remove every comedone with the first treatment
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Additional guidelines for men’s facial (7-12)
-Use a firming product with anti-aging ingredients -Use downward, circular movements through the beard area -Be sure to check in on their comfort level -Beard oil is very beneficial during the massage -Use a soothing and/or hydrating mask since men are unlikely to use moisturizers -Beard area — use a gel mask for easy removal
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Facial Treatment Benefits
-Relaxed muscles -Soothed nerves -Hydrated Skin -Improved circulation -Enhanced health of the skin -Overall relaxation -Blemish improvement -Reduced redness -Skin brightening
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(Anti-aging) — Existing conditions of skin
-Dull appearance -Enlarged pores -Sagging Skin -Wrinkles -Discoloration & redness -Congested skin
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(Anti-aging) — Benefits
-Firming & Toning -Deep exfoliation -Increased hydration -Improved skin clarity
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(Acne Facial) — Existing conditions of the skin
-Grade 1 & 2 acne -Papules -Pustules -Inflammation -Blackheads & Comedones -Milia -Oiliness
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(Acne Facial) — Benefits
-Deep cleansing -Exfoliation -Bacteria Overgrowth control -Extraction -Oil control
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(Soothing Facial) — Existing conditions of the skin
-Redness -Dryness/flakiness -Dehydration -Irritated skin -Edema
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(Soothing Facial) — Benefits
-Reduction of redness -Reduction of irritation -Deep hydration
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(Skin Brightening Facial) — Existing conditions of skin
-Hyperpigmentation (dark spots) -UV damage -Dull skin/appearance -Patches of discoloration
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(Skin brightening Facial) — Benefits
-Reduction of dark spots -Increased hydration -Deep exfoliation
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(Hydrating Facial) — Existing conditions of skin
-Dry -Dehydrated -Fine lines -Redness
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(Hydrating Facial) — Benefits
-Increased hydration -Relaxation -Light exfoliation
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(Post-Surgery Facial) — Existing conditions of skin
-Erythema -Edema -Bruising -Under doctor’s care
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(Post-Surgery Facial) — Benefits
-Reduced discomfort -Increased lymphatic drainage -Deep hydration
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(Unhealthy skin) — Color
Uneven color, hyperpigmentation or UV damage
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(Unhealthy Skin) — Texture
Blemishes, rough-textured or congested skin
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(Unhealthy Skin) — Hydration
Flaking, fine lines, dry, dehydrated, dull TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss)
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(Unhealthy Skin) — Sensation
Itching, burning or general irritation
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(Unhealthy Skin) — Color — Recommended treatment
Skin brightening facial, anti-aging facial
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(Unhealthy Skin) — Texture — Recommended treatment
Acne facial, soothing facial
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(Unhealthy Skin) — Hydration — Recommended treatment
Hydrating facial
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(Unhealthy Skin) — Sensation — Recommended treatment
Hydrating facial, soothing facial
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Any sensation the client regularly experiences is….
Also a sign of skin health
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Results after several treatments — Color
-Even color -Minimal or no hyperpigmentation or UV damage
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Results after several treatments — Texture
-Reduced or no blemishes -Smoother Texture
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Results after several treatments — Hydration
-Minimal to no flaking or fine lines -Radiant, glowing skin
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Results after several treatments — Sensation
-No itching, burning, or general irritation
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Frequency of treatment — Healthy skin maintenance/stress reduction
Every 4 weeks
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Frequency of treatment — Problem correction
Every 2 weeks
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Frequency of treatment — All chemical exfoliation (such as glycolic peel)
Should never be closer together than 2 weeks due to desquamation process

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