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Oxidized Glutathione
This tripeptide is composed of glutamic
acid, cysteine, and glycine. It's found
naturally within the skin and plays
an important role in preventing
oxidative damage.
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Chios Mastiha (Mastic) Oil
From the island of Chios, Greece, this
extract is characterized by a balsam-like
odor and has been used in Greece for
centuries. Chios mastic oil, the essential
oil derived from Pistacia lentiscus, has
generated considerable interest because
of its bene cial properties.
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In both
essence and oil form, this ingredient is
known to help strengthen the appearance
of the skin barrier, reduce dryness,
and plump the skin to provide
lasting comfort.
Silver Ball Massager
A silver ball massager is made of high-
quality, 316-grade stainless steel. It is a
great massage option for sensitive skin
and can be warmed to help alleviate
lymph ow. Bene ts include helping calm
the appearance of skin irritation
and redness.
Kansa Wand
This tool, which has been used in
Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of
years, has a wooden, hand-carved handle
that helps ease the use of moderate
pressure, delicate stroking, or rapid
friction on the face, shoulders, and neck
areas. Its cap is crafted from a metal-alloy
blend of pure copper and tin. Bene ts
include revitalization of face, shoulder,
and neck muscles, gentle "lifting" in the
appearance of facial skin, and reduction
in face pain and tension.
LED Tightening Machine
LED technology is a noninvasive
alternative to costly machines. Painless
and requiring no recovery time, this
state-of-the-art device is bene cial for
all skin types and is suitable for the eye
contour area, as well as the face, neck,
and body. Each LED wavelength or color
of light provides a unique bene t to the
skin. LED treatments can minimize the
look of ne lines and wrinkles, reduce
the redness and irritation caused by
aggressive skin treatments, help improve
oily skin, and reduce the appearance
of dark spots, sun damage, and stretch
marks.
BETTER MASSAGE YIELDS
BETTER FACIALS
Understanding the proper application
and techniques in facial massage, as
well as incorporating MLD and facial
massage devices, can create a 360-degree
wellness experience for your client during
a facial.
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