Serums, Acids, and Creams! Oh My!
Typically a water in oil emulsion, this thick product type is best suited for dry skin and is applied last or before SPF
Moisturizer/Cold Cream
Manual or mechanical manipulation by rubbing, kneading, or other methods that stimulate metabolism and circulation.
Massage
What condition is characterized by pustules, cysts, and inflammation?
Acne/Acneic skin
This service involves the removal of dead skin cells and vellus hair using a surgical scalpel.
Dermaplaning
This service uses sound waves that penetrates in the skin, stimulating the repair and production of collagen and elastin.
Ultrasound Therapy
This ingredient is famous for being a powerful antioxidant, stimulating collagen, and reducing hyperpigmentation.
Vitamin C/Ascorbic Acid
A soft, continuous stroking movement applied with the fingers and palms in a slow and rhythmic manner
Effleurage
Appears as red, distended capillaries, and are noticeable on sensitive skin. Also know as Telangiectasia
Rosacea/Couperose skin
Epilation using a heated product, usually found in two forms that can be used on various body parts.
Waxing
This targets inflammation due to pustules/cysts and acne causing bacteria.
Blue LED Therapy
This natural ingredient is a humectant, holding 1000 times is weight in water per molecule and occurs naturally in the body.
Hyaluronic Acid
A rapid shaking movement in which the technician uses her or his body and shoulders to create movement
Vibration
This condition involves an overproduction of oil, leading to shiny skin and enlarged pores.
Oily skin
This treatment uses suction and exfoliation to buff and polish the skin.
Microdermabrasion
Accompanied with a strange smell and buzzing, this treatment can improve circulation, target acne causing bacteria, and reduce inflammation/erythema.
High Frequency
This is a lipophilic ingredient that is great for controlling sebum production, reducing inflammation, and is derived from Willow Bark.
Salicylic Acid/BHA
Name the massage technique that uses a kneading motion to help break down muscle tension
Petrissage
What skin condition causes dry, flaky patches and often appears on the scalp or face?
Psoriasis
Double cleanse, exfoliation, extractions, massage, mask can be found in this basic treatment of the face.
Facial
Known for iontophoresis and cataphoresis, this device can be helpful for liquifying hardened sebum or penetrate products deeply into the skin using low electric currents.
Galvanic
This fatty/waxy ingredient is commonly used in moisturizers; it helps to repair the skin's barrier function and seal in moisture.
Ceramides
Consists of fast tapping, patting and hacking movements. Also know as percussion
Tapotement
This is characterized as an overproduction of melanin
Hyperpigmentation
This service involves relaxing the muscles while improving the appearance of the skin and stimulates lymphatic drainage
Massage
This uses low level alternating current to stimulate movement in the muscles, helping to give a more lifted and sculpted look
Microcurrent