Sunday, June 9, 2013

Facial Q&A with Skin Care Princess

I usually get an array of questions, that new guest, and clients trying new services usually ask, so I decided to compose all of them in this months blog, along with the answers.

Questions:

Why do you use organic products?
Why do I have to sign a consent form?
What happens in a facial?
How long dose a facial last?
What is Microdermabrasion?
What is Chemical Peel?
What is an Enzyme Exfoliant?
What is LED Thearpy?
What is Micro Current Technology?
Will I break out after a facial?
Should I wash my face before a facial?
Can I wear makeup after a facial?
How long dose Lash/Brow Tinting last?
How long do lash extensions last?
I have a skin disorder can I have a facial?
I have recently had a filler injection can I receive a facial?
How long do facial results last?
I’m prone to eplisy/seizures can I receive micro current or LED  treatments?
How many facials should I have?
How long should I wait in between waxing treatments?
Should I shave before my waxing treatments?
How long dose the color your hair down there services last?
Can I go tanning after a facial or waxing service?
I have sensitive skin can I wax or have a facial?
I have acne scars and a few blemishes will facials help?
How old should you be for a facial or waxing treatment?
How do I remove my lash extensions?
I Currently have permanent makeup can I have a facial?

 Answers

Why do you use organic products?
   We use Organic and Natural based products because we have found this to be the healthiest approach to helping our guest reach there skincare goals with out the use of harmful fragrances dyes and other non safe chemicals.

Why do I have to sign a consent form?
    To ensure the safety of your treatment this also lets your Esthetician know the boundaries of your facial.
What happens in a facial?
     In a facial you have a skin analysis to determine the type of skin you have. A cleanser based on your skin type is used to remove dirt and oil. Next is an exfoliant which will vary based on your Anwsers

Why do you use organic products?
   We use Organic and Natural based products because we have found this to be the healthiest approach to helping our guest reach there skincare goals with out the use of harmful fragrances dyes and other non safe chemicals.

Why do I have to sign a consent form?
    To ensure the safety of your treatment this also lets your Esthetician know the boundaries of your facial.
What happens in a facial?
     In a facial you have a skin analysis to determine the type of skin you have. A cleanser based on your skin type is used to remove dirt and oil. Next is an exfoliant which will vary based on your immediate concern. Serums are applied to restore the skins health level.  Followed by a mini facial massage to ensure that the serums applied are penetrating deep into your pores. A mask is applied to close the pores and lock in all the healthy benefits of the serums applied. Last is your prescribed moisturizer and SPF to protect you from sun damage.

  How long dose a facial take?
     Depending on the chosen treatment anywhere from an one hour to an hour and a half

What is Microdermabrasion?
     Microdermabrasion is another form of exfoliation with the use of a vacuum machine with crystals or a natural diamond tip. The process is to use the wands with the vacuum suction to  suck up the dead skin cells the crystal option pushes crystals into the skin and blast away impurities. While the diamond method which is safe for all skin types gently sucks and scrapes away the debris.

What is Chemical Peel?
         A chemical peel is a deeper form of exfoltation with the small percentage of  chemical weather Glycolic, Salyslic acid, or Latic Acid,  1 to 3 layers are applied to the skin, and will determine the depth of a peel. When the peel is applied you will feel warmth of the skin which means the atoms of the peel are moving around effectively to remove the dead skin cells. Depending on the strength of the peel determines if there is shedding involved.

What is an Enzyme Exfoliant?
       An enzyme exfoliant is similar to that of a peel but with out the need of a chemical substance. Instead we use fruit based enzymes, which just like the enzymes in your body help break down an digest the dead skin so that new skin can rise to the surface.
 
What is LED Therapy?
      Light Emitting Diode is the technical term for LED therapy which uses an infrared light to help speed up the healing process of the skin. Unlike UV rays which can cause skin damage over time LED technology helps the skin heat up into the dermis layer and cause skin cells to stay active
 
What is Micro Current Technology?
      Micro current technology uses small ultrasonic waves to send gentle pulses to the muscles to keep them tight. Which over time causes a temporary lifting effect on the skin.

Will I break out after a facial?
        This is a facial myth! You will not breakout after a facial unless you are acne prone. You can not get acne from having a facial. If you do happen to be acne prone the use of a facial massage will help to bring sebum to the surface so that with your next facial treatment we are able to remove more black heads, and white heads.

Should I wash my face before a facial?
     You may cleanse the night before but the day of your treatment do not wash your face. You will also not wash your face that night of your treatment

Can I wear makeup after a facial?
     You may wear makeup after your facial so long as its healthy breathable makeup and your brushes/ sponges and makeup is clean.

How long dose Lash/Brow Tinting last?
    2-3 weeks this is a semi perminate color like a rinse for your hair

How long do lash extensions last?
      3 to 4 weeks touch ups are required do to the growth of your natural lashes

I have a skin disorder can I have a facial?
     A skin disorder such as acne prsorasis or roseca may have a facial always make sure you have clearance from your dermatologist first.

I have recently had a filler injection can I receive a facial?
          If your filler injections have happened within the last two weeks you shall not have a facial

How long do facial results last?
       Facial results can last up to 4 weeks with the proper use of prescribed professional skin care

I’m prone to epilepsy/seizures can I receive micro current or LED  treatments?
      Due to the nature of flashing lights occurent with LED treatments you will not be able to have this treatment.

How many facials should I have?
       Facials should be once a month minimum. Bi weekly for those looking for best results and for those on treatment facials your Esthetician will provide you with a weekly series.

How long should I wait in between waxing treatments?
      Waxing treatments should be repeated every 2 weeks. No longer then 1 month should pass before maintain a treatment

Should I shave before my waxing treatments?
         If the hair is longer then 2 inches you may shave the area a week before. Please do not shave same day of waxing treatment.

How long dose the color your hair down there services last?
      3-4 weeks this is a semi permanent color and should be maintained every 2-3 weeks.

Can I go tanning after a facial or waxing service?
       The use of tanning waxing, and workouts should be stopped for the first 3 days before and after treatment.

I have sensitive skin can I wax or have a facial?
       Facials are meant to treat and help out all skin types. We do have sensitive skin wax.

I have acne scars and a few blemishes will facials help?
     Facials with brightening agents, and enzyme peels or microdermabrasion all have the effects of helping to fade away past acne scars; also the use of LTD therapy can help speed up the process

How old should you be for a facial or waxing treatment?
       As soon as you hit puberty this way we can teach our younger guest how to properly care for their skin in regards to their cleaning their skin.

How do I remove my lash extensions?
      We provide a lash removal services with the use of our bondage remover

I just had facial waxing can I have a facial/peel?
      You may not have a facial treatment the same day but two –three days latter is acceptable for facial services

I currently have permanent makeup can I have a facial/peel?
         You may have a treatment as long as your makeup was not recently applied.

Can I work out after my facial ?
    You can work out after a cleansing facial, but it is not recommended with a higher resurfacing treatment due to increase redness and sweating.
 
 concern. Serums are applied to restore the skins health level.  Followed by a mini facial massage to ensure that the serums applied are penetrating deep into your pores. A mask is applied to close the pores and lock in all the healthy benefits of the serums applied. Last is your prescribed moisturizer and SPF to protect you from sun damage.

  How long dose a facial take?
     Depending on the chosen treatment anywhere from an one hour to an hour and a half

What is Microdermabrasion?
     Microdermabrasion is another form of exfoliation with the use of a vacuum machine with crystals or a natural diamond tip. The process is to use the wands with the vacuum suction to  suck up the dead skin cells the crystal option pushes crystals into the skin and blast away impurities. While the diamond method which is safe for all skin types gently sucks and scrapes away the debris.

What is Chemical Peel?
         A chemical peel is a deeper form of exfoliation with the small percentage of  chemical weather glycolic, salyslic acid, or lactic Acid,  1 to 3 layers are applied to the skin, and will determine the depth of a peel. When the peel is applied you will feel warmth of the skin which means the atoms of the peel are moving around effectively to remove the dead skin cells. Depending on the strength of the peel determines if there is shedding involved.

What is an Enzyme Exfoliant?
       An enzyme exfoliant is similar to that of a peel but with out the need of a chemical substance. Instead we use fruit based enzymes, which just like the enzymes in your body help break down an digest the dead skin so that new skin can rise to the surface.
 
What is LED Therapy?
      Light Emitting Diode is the technical term for LED therapy which uses an infrared light to help speed up the healing process of the skin. Unlike UV rays which can cause skin damage over time LED technology helps the skin heat up into the dermis layer and cause skin cells to stay active
 
What is Micro Current Technology?
      Micro current technology uses small ultrasonic waves to send gentle pulses to the muscles to keep them tight. Which over time causes a temporary lifting effect on the skin.

Will I break out after a facial?
        This is a facial myth! You will not breakout after a facial unless you are acne prone. You can not get acne from having a facial. If you do happen to be acne prone the use of a facial massage will help to bring sebum to the surface so that with your next facial treatment we are able to remove more black heads, and white heads.

Should I wash my face before a facial?
     You may cleanse the night before but the day of your treatment do not wash your face. You will also not wash your face that night of your treatment

Can I wear makeup after a facial?
     You may wear makeup after your facial so long as its healthy breathable makeup and your brushes/ sponges and makeup is clean.

How long dose Lash/Brow Tinting last?
    2-3 weeks this is a semi permanate color like a rinse for your hair

How long do lash extensions last?
      3 to 4 weeks touch ups are required do to the growth of your natural lashes

I have a skin disorder can I have a facial?
     A skin disorder such as acne prsorasis or roseca may have a facial always make sure you have clearance from your dermatologist first.

I have recently had a filler injection can I receive a facial?
          If your filler injections have happened within the last two weeks you shall not have a facial

How long do facial results last?
       Facial results can last up to 4 weeks with the proper use of prescribed professional skin care

I’m prone to epilepsy/seizures can I receive micro current or LED  treatments?
      Due to the nature of flashing lights occurrence with LED treatments you will not be able to have this treatment.

How many facials should I have?
       Facials should be once a month minimum. Bi weekly for those looking for best results and for those on treatment facials your Esthetician will provide you with a weekly series.

How long should I wait in between waxing treatments?
      Waxing treatments should be repeated every 2 weeks. No longer then 1 month should pass before maintain a treatment

Should I shave before my waxing treatments?
         If the hair is longer then 2  inches you may shave the area a week before. Please do not shave same day of waxing treatment.

How long dose the color your hair down there services last?
      3-4 weeks this is a semi permanent color and should be maintained every 2-3 weeks.

Can I go tanning after a facial or waxing service?
       The use of tanning waxing, and workouts should be stopped for the first 3 days before and after treatment.

I have sensitive skin can I wax or have a facial?
       Facials are meant to treat and help out all skin types. We do have sensitive skin wax.

I have acne scars and a few blemishes will facials help?
     Facials with brightening agents, and enzyme peels or microdermabrasion all have the effects of helping to fade away past acne scars; also the use of LTD therapy can help speed up the process

How old should you be for a facial or waxing treatment?
       As soon as you hit puberty this way we can teach our younger guest how to properly care for their skin in regards to their cleaning their skin.

How do I remove my lash extensions?
      We provide a lash removal services with the use of our bondage remover

I just had facial waxing can I have a facial/peel?
      You may not have a facial treatment the same day but two –three days latter is acceptable for facial services

I currently have permanent makeup can I have a facial/peel?
         You may have a treatment as long as your makeup was not recently applied.

Can I work out after my facial ?
    You can work out after a cleansing facial, but it is not recommended with a higher resurfacing treatment due to increase redness and sweating.