Skin Care Facial Information
Contraindications of a Chemical Peel
An intake form and in-depth consultation with your esthetician will determine if you are a candidate. This will ensure the best suitable treatment for you.
Accutane: 1 year off
Retin-A: Discontinue for 7- 10 days prior to treatment.
Pregnant or Lactating
Allergy to Aspirin
Sunburned or compromised skin: Outdoors Life style, Tanning bed users. Serious medical condition: Heart condition/problem, Immunity disorder, Diabetes etc.
Medications: Diabetes Type 2, Lupus, chemo
Permanent cosmetics wait 7 days then cover with occlusive barrierActive cold sores or lesions
Active facial rash
Immediately post lift of facial surgery needs doctor approval
Rosacea- Will need to be evaluated.Facial Waxing requires a 72 hour waiting period.
PRIOR TO PEEL
Consult with esthetician. Fill out intake form. Men shave day before peel.
DAY OF YOUR PEEL
1) Do not use any alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), beta hydroxy acid (BHA) and benzoyl
peroxide (Carefully read labels on home care products)
2) Stop any exfoliating products that may be drying or irritating.
*Men *DO NOT shave day of peel.
POST PEEL
To ensure optimal results follow your personal prescription your esthetician has given
you.
Chemical Peel Post Care
The initial +72 hours post procedure are the most critical. Clients should adhere to the following guidelines for healthy, radiant skin: Avoid direct sun and extremes of heat or cold. Discontinue use of any AHA products for 72 hours, or 6 weeks if doing a treatment cycle
Gua Sha
What is gua sha?
Gua sha is a traditional East Asian and Chinese technique used to invite well-being, circulation and remove stagnant toxin build-up in the body. It is used gently in facial massage. Gua means “scrape” and sha means “sand” and this practice has been used for thousands of years.What type of gua sha tool is best to use on the face?
There are many different shapes. Jade or rose quartz stone are greatly used as they have healing energy. Choice is up to you.
What does gua sha do?
For context, gua sha pre-dates acupuncture. The stroke pattern used awakens the meridian lines (lifeforce path) to activate the body’s natural healing abilities.
What are the benefits?
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Collagen production (strength in cells).
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Sculpts and tones the facial contour, allowing lyphatic drainage (which is often filled with toxins and waste) out of the cells to be cleansed.
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Wrinkles are softened, as muscle tension is released.
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Skin becomes radiant as circulation is increased. Carries nutrient-rich oxygenated blood (food for the cells) to the skin and tissues.
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Helps brighten dark circles around the eyes.
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Aids in breaking up and releasing skin from dark spots and hyper-pigmentation,
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therefore brightening the complexion.
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Has the ability to heal and relieve rosacea (esp. rose quartz tool being colling on the skin. Keeping it in the fridge gives it an extra boost of relief).
Casmara Booster Mask: FLASH EFFECT
Magnetic Technology
Brightens and revitalizes a dull complexion, helping to eliminate all signs of skin fatigue. Its magnetic technology interacts with the skin's magnetism, improving ingredient absorption. In just 15 minutes, the skin gets the equivalent of a month's worth of serum (18ml) Achieving a flash effect. Each mask provides immediate intense hydration while helping to restore a naturally radiant complexion.
Esthemax Hydrojelly Mask
Our jellymasks are made with refined alginate and contain a higher concentration of alginate than most rubber masks do – A new generation of peel-off masks boosted with pure algae, actives and new electrolyte technology. They start in powdered form and are activated with purified water for each application. As the water mixes with the powder, it forms a liquid “jelly” that is applied to the area. After about 15-20 minutes, the Hydrojelly solidifies, creating a vacuum seal that pushes all the beneficial ingredients into the skin pores. Once the mask solidifies it can then be removed with little to no residue.
Our Hydrojelly masks are organic and electrolyte infused to help increase skin’s ability to retain moisture and improve overall skin health. The Hydrojelly masks themselves are a delight to experience. As most facial masks neglect the eye and lip areas, Esthemax Hydrojelly masks can go over the eyes and lips, amplifying the benefits for the entire face.
As soon as the mask is applied, you immediately feel its cooling properties and smell its floral aroma. After the mask is removed, a warm towel compress completes the experience and removes any excess jelly residue from the face, leaving your skin hydrated, plump, and glowing.
The Jelly texture provides extra full hydration and instant cool and soothing effects all at once. They also create a completely silky soft, vacuum-like seal over the skin. This function is the most important! This vacuum-like seal helps increase penetration of active ingredients along with topical serums into the skin.
