Overview
This lecture covers the theory and benefits of using devices in facial treatments, focusing on equipment, procedures, and effects on skin health.
Key Devices Used in Facial Treatments
- Common devices: steamer, rotating brush, vacuum spray, high frequency, galvanic, Lucas spray pulverizer, hot/cold hammer.
- Devices enhance results in corrective spa facials, also called European or machine facials.
Ultrasonic Spatula (Skin Scrubber)
- Uses high-frequency alternating current to create oscillation and a thermal effect.
- Applied for improving texture, dehydration, dull appearance, and congested or acne-prone skin.
- Exfoliates by loosening and removing dead skin cells, increasing circulation, and enhancing product absorption.
Microcurrent Devices
- Stimulate cellular response with multiple waveforms and frequencies.
- Used for aging (wrinkles, sagging), poor texture, dehydration, and toning facial/body muscles.
- Benefits include increased ATP, muscle stimulation, lymphatic drainage, and product absorption.
LED Light Therapy
- Uses light-emitting diodes (red, blue, infrared) for skin improvement.
- Light is absorbed by cells to trigger biological reactions, without generating heat.
- Based on photobiology principles.
Microdermabrasion
- Exfoliates the outer skin layer using a fine abrasive material or tip with vacuum.
- Treats wrinkles, sagging, texture issues, mild acne, congestion, and hyperpigmentation.
Rotating Brushes
- Multiple attachments for various skin types and areas.
- Used for exfoliation and cleansing, with options for sensitive or body areas.
Effects of Various Device Types
- Thermal: warms tissue, stimulates fibroblasts and collagen, has germicidal effect.
- Mechanical/Magnetic: increases hydration, microcirculation, desquamation, and reduces bacteria.
- Electrochemical: increases tissue permeability, tightens tissue, moves fluids, reduces redness, improves microcirculation.
High Frequency (Tesla) Device
- Alternating current device with high voltage and low amperage (100,000-250,000 Hz).
- Direct method: stimulates tissue, creates mild ozone, increases healing and circulation, delivers germicidal effect.
- Indirect (Viennese Massage): client holds electrode, warms tissue, induces relaxation, increases product penetration.
- Sparking: used directly on blemishes, produces ozone, reduces redness and inflammation, calms skin.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Ultrasonic Spatula — Device using oscillation for exfoliation and product penetration.
- Microcurrent — Device using electrical currents to stimulate skin and muscle activity.
- LED Light Therapy — Use of light waves to trigger skin improvements.
- Microdermabrasion — Mechanical exfoliation using abrasives and vacuum suction.
- High Frequency Device — Electrical device for skin stimulation and germicidal effects.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Review the key devices and their benefits for facial treatments.
- Answer "Check What You Know" questions to confirm understanding of major concepts.