ASCP Skin Deep

SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER 2020

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32 ascp skin deep september/october 2020 EXTRACTION TREATMENTS For acne-prone and clogged, congested pores, extraction treatments can be performed either weekly or biweekly. This treatment consists of debris softening with a professional desincrustant product under steam or warm compresses (I recommend no steam currently due to COVID precautions); galvanic treatment over the desincrustant; extraction of the impactions; antiseptic and soothing treatment as after-extraction care; high frequency applied over gauze; and a cleansing mask appropriate for the specific characteristics of the client's problem skin. Again, this treatment series will be more effective if the client has been using your planned home care for a minimum of two weeks prior to starting the series. Home care should include a daily chemical exfoliant, such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or a blended AHA/BHA serum. These treatments are usually performed weekly or biweekly for six treatments. Evaluate the client's skin after the series. Some clients will need a second series depending on their progress. MICROCURRENT TREATMENTS To improve firmness and elasticity in clients with aging or sun-damaged skin, microcurrent treatments are most often sold in a 12-treatment package. Microcurrent treatments are administered twice weekly for six weeks to begin the treatments. This twice-weekly regimen is necessary for corrective conditioning before maintenance treatments begin. Many estheticians make this mandatory, as less frequent treatments do not produce the same results as a six-week intensive series. Monthly or twice-monthly treatments are needed for maintenance of the results. Clients should be using a home care program that includes collagen stimulants, peptides, AHAs, and ceramides to support the microcurrent treatments. It is not necessary to pretreat for two weeks with this modality. LED TREATMENTS Often administered in a series, LED treatments are most effective when performed weekly or biweekly at the beginning of the program, especially in treatment of redness issues or aging skin. Blue light treatments for acne may also be administered in series. LED machines differ in strength and power, so check with your manufacturer for the appropriate treatment intervals for your equipment. ANNUAL PACKAGES After the initial series, many clients will want an annual package for maintenance. The program works the same way, except the client can choose how often they want to have treatment. Most clients visit once a month, but others like to come more often. Annual series packages can also be designed for multiservice treatments, such as a classic facial with an AHA peel or LED treatment. The combined normal cost of the multiple treatments is discounted. expertadvice SKIN SOLUTIONS SERIES PACKAGE WRITTEN AGREEMENTS You should have the client sign a written agreement, thoroughly explaining the program. The frequency recommendation of the treatments should be in the agreement, as well as an expiration date for the series (usually six or 12 months). Any treatments missed due to no-shows or last-minute cancellation will be forfeited. Series packages save the client money and self-obligate them to routine care, leading to better results. For the skin therapist, client loyalty, insurance against cancellation and no-shows, and a happier client make packages very worthwhile!

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