Basic FacialStudent Objectives

List & describe different skin types List and describe different skin conditions Identify conditions or treatments that might cause a

negative side effect during a facial Demonstrate the different massage techniques and

identify the effects they have on the skin during a facial Understand the use of health screening forms to safely

perform facial treatments

Basic Facial

Proper skin care can make a big difference in the way the skin looks and the way the

client feels about their appearance.

It is very rewarding to be able to help people relax, improve their appearance and feel

better about themselves.

Skin Analysis & Consultation

Skin analysis is very important part of the facial treatment because it determines what type of skin the client has, the condition of

the skin and what type of treatment the client's skin needs.

Contraindications

A condition the client has or treatment the client is undergoing that might cause a negative side

effect during a facial treatment:

When in doubt....don't!

Health ScreeningOn the client consultation card is a section devoted to determining a contraindication. A contraindication is a condition the client has or a treatment the client is undergoing that might have a negative side effect during the facial treatment. Allergic to FragranceRetin-A (Skin exfoliation)Tazorac (Skin exfoliation)Accutane (Causes thinning of the skin)Pacemaker (Avoid electric treatments)Open sores, fever blisters etc. Pregnancy

Skin TypesOily-Over production of oil, large pores, shiny

Dry-Lack of sebum, pores very small,

Normal-Even pore distribution, soft smooth

Combination-T-zone usually is oily, cheeks dry

Acne Prone-Presence of red papules & pustules, comedones, clogged pores

Skin ConditionsDehydrated: Flaky areas, skin that wrinkles easily,

can be caused by lack of skin care, sun damage or inappropriate skin products

Hyperpigmentation: Dark patches of color, usually caused by sun exposure, hormone imbalances

Sensitive: Rosacea- chronic hereditary disorder; Couperose-dilated capillaries

Aging Skin: Loss of elasticity, skin sags & wrinklesSun Damage: Chronically exposed to sun, wrinkles,

sags, skin is dehydrated and has hyperpigmentation

CleansersDesigned to clean the surface of

the skin and remove makeup Cleansing Milks (non foaming lotions)

Dry and sensitive skin types Foaming Cleansers

Combination to oily skin Contains surfactants Some can contain antibacterial

ingredients for acne-prone skin

MasksApplied to skin for short time,

gives immediate effects Clay-Based masks-often used on oily &

combination skin, oil absorbing, deep cleansing, make pores appear smaller

Cream-based masks-often used on dry & sensitive skin, have a moisturizing and soothing effect

Gel masks-often used on sensitive skin, hydrating & soothing

ExfoliantsRemoves excess dead cells from skin

Mechanical Microdermabrasion (granular scrubs) Skin brushing machines

Chemical Alpha hydroxy acids (dissolve bonds

between the cells) Enzyme peels (dissolves the keratin

protein in surface cells)

Additional Skin Care Products Tonic Lotions– Astringents (oily-combination skin types)– Fresheners (Normal-Combination)– Alcohol-Free Toners (dry & sensitive skin

types) Moisturizers

– Dry Skin Moisturizers contain emollients and is heavier consistency

– Oily Skin Moisturizers smaller amounts of emoillients, some are mineral oil free so as not to clog the pores

Massage Manipulations Effeurage

Light continuous stroking movements Petrissage

Kneading movement,performed by lifting, squeezing or pressing the tissue

Friction Deep rubbing pressue is applied with fingers or

palm Vibration

Rapid shaking while fingertips are pressed firmly on point of application

Tapotement or Percussion Short quick tapping or hacking movements

Facial Massage

Massage

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Facial Massage Links

Facial Massage Links

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&v=gV-x81jPjqY&NR=1

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More Links

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Hand Massage Links

Audio Links

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