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34 november/december 2017 In the spa, you can treat KP with light alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) peels, ultrasonic spatulas to gently mechanically remove the buildup, or gommage-type peels. Be careful not to use products that dry the skin surface. Drying products used for acne can irritate the condition and worsen inflammation and redness. DRY LEGS Both women and men suffer from dry skin on the legs. Besides the ashy and crepey look, dry leg skin can also be itchy and have redness from inflammation. Chronic inflammation can lead to hyperpigmentation of the legs, and untreated dry skin can lead to flare-ups for those who have eczema. Solution: The daily use of a good moisturizing body lotion, applied every day immediately after a bath or shower while the skin is still damp, is a must. Although many clients are drawn to lotions that smell good, it's best to choose a fragrance-free formula, particularly if the skin is itchy or eczema-prone. Suggest lotions that contain ceramides, which help to patch barrier function in dry skin, or AHAs such as glycolic or lactic acid, which can help to make skin produce more moisture-binding lipids. Also recommend the use of a mild body wash instead of soap and an exfoliating cloth to help rid dry skin of those ashy dead cells and stimulate cell renewal. DRY FEET AND CALLOUSES Foot issues are most often caused by neglect and can lead to painful skin fissures and bleeding. Solution: Regular pedicures and salon foot treatments can help, but home care is also important—again, it's all about educating your clients. In the bath, or just after, suggest a pumice stone or terra cotta foot scrubber on presoaked feet. It is much more effective to exfoliate feet that have just been soaked in the bath. You can also use special peels for the feet that usually contain an AHA or plant enzyme complex to help shed dead cell buildup (this makes a unique add-on to a signature facial). Using a good, heavy foot cream each day helps soften the thick layer of cell buildup so it can be removed more easily in or after a bath or foot soak. Find one with an AHA like glycolic or lactic acid, which will help accelerate dead cell shedding. Offer a foot and hand cream along with the tip to keep it on the bedside table as a reminder to apply it nightly. Let your clients know you can help with body-care issues. Offer add-on treatments such as a KP arm treatment or hand conditioning treatment that can easily be done during your client's mask time. Make sure your client knows you have top-quality products to help with these common body beauty issues. Although many clients are drawn to lotions that smell good, it's best to choose a fragrance-free formula. expertadvice SKIN SOLUTIONS