Transcript Crystal micro-dermabrasion summary

Chapter 10 Micro-dermabrasion
Crystal micro-dermabrasion
Crystal micro-dermabrasion 1
• Mechanical removal of the surface layer of dead skin cells
to encourage regeneration and growth of new cells.
• Application of fine abrasive crystals via vacuum suction;
this blows the crystals onto the skin’s surface to suck up
dead cells.
• After treatment the skin is better able to absorb beneficial
products.
• Crystals can be manmade or naturally sourced.
• Any moisture in the air will cause fine particles to clump
together, causing them to attack the skin more
aggressively.
• Crystals for each treatment are poured into a canister.
Crystal micro-dermabrasion 2
Functions of the vacuum nozzle:
• Pulls and raises a section of skin to work on.
• Causes slight oedema and brings impurities to the
surface.
• Shoots a stream of crystals at a patch of skin.
• Collects used crystals and dead skin for disposal.
• Treatment should be preceded with a pre-peel lotion
to disinfect skin and loosen bonds between cells.
• Any remaining crystals or dust should be wiped
away with post-peel lotion.
Benefits
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Suitable for most skin types.
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and skin ageing.
Improves elasticity of ageing skin.
Minimises appearance of pigmentation.
Reduces appearance of scarring and stretch marks.
Brightens the complexion.
Refines skin and reduces appearance of enlarged pores.
Reduces puffiness.
Removes hard skin from feet.
Smooths elbows and knees.
Physiological effects
• Increased blood supply to the skin, improving skin
condition.
• Aids lymphatic drainage, removing waste products and
reducing oedema.
• Vasodilation, causing erythema.
• Irritates sensory nerve endings, stimulating cell
regeneration.
• Aids desquamation.
• Allows beneficial products to penetrate more deeply.
• Increase in new cells will restore lost elasticity to the
skin.
Contraindications
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Botox injections
Cuts and abrasions
Dermal fillers
Diabetes
Eczema
Glycolic peels
Hypersensitive and highly
vascular skin
• Loose skin
• Medication causing
thinning or inflammation
of the skin
• Moles – raised and skin
tags
• Neuro-dermatitis
• Pregnancy
• Psoriasis
• Skin diseases
• Tattoos on area being
treated
Precautions
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Examine and test the machine.
Carry out a tactile sensitivity test.
Ensure crystal flow is functioning.
Ensure skin is completely dry.
Adjust pressure for sensitive areas.
Do not work backward and forward over an area but
work in lines in the same direction from one starting
point.
• Treat both sides of the face equally.
• Do not over treat.
• Be alert to contra-actions.
Preparation of the working area
• Place the machine on a stable base on the correct
side of the couch.
• Check plugs, leads and connection of the nozzle.
• Fill the fresh crystal canister with crystals.
• Test the machine.
• Set controls to zero.
• Prepare the couch with clean linen and towels.
• Prepare the trolley with pre-treatment products,
post-treatment products and the consultation record.
Preparation of the client
• Carry out a consultation – discuss effects and
outcomes.
• Check for contraindications.
• Remove contact lenses and jewellery.
• Protect hair and clothing.
• Explain to the client that they may feel a slight stinging
sensation.
• Carry out a tactile sensitivity test.
• Cleanse and tone the skin.
• Carry out a skin analysis.
• Apply pre-peel product.
Treatment technique 1
• Put on non-latex gloves.
• Set vacuum pressure to between −0.5 and −3 PSI;
test the pressure on the client’s arm.
• Place a finger to the side of the area being treated;
place the treatment tip beside your finger and move it
away in one smooth movement, lifting it off the skin at
the end of the stroke.
• Be alert to contra-actions.
• Continue to work away from your finger with regular
steady strokes, working up the face and then
repeating for the other side.
Treatment technique 2
• Remove the treatment tip from the skin, turn down
vacuum pressure and turn off the machine.
• Brush away remaining crystal dust and dead skin
cells.
• Apply post-peel lotion.
• Remove gloves.
• Update the consultation record.
Treatment technique 3: Direction of
strokes
Contra-actions
• Excessive erythema.
• Skin prone to flushing in the day following treatment.
Homecare advice
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Avoid exfoliation for seven days.
Apply SPF 15–30 moisturising product.
Avoid products containing retinol.
Avoid sunbathing, sunbed or heat treatments 24–48
hours prior to next treatment.