June 06, 2011

Mechanical Exfolation

-A technique that physically removes dead skin cells from the skins surface

Fitzpatrick Scale

-A method of skin typing that measures and labels the tolerance of different skin types to the suns burning rays

Esthetics

-A branch of anatomical science that deals with the overall health and well being of the skin

Comedogenic

-Describes substances that cause comedones (blackheads)

Acnegenic products

-Elements that cause imflammation in the follicle that result in acne

What is Microdermabrasion?

The definition of Microdermabrasion is a new form of mechanical exfoliation that uses a powerful electronic vacuum to spray high grade microcrystals across the skins surface through a pressurized wand.

Now there is less abrasive microdermabrasions that are used with just the hands and a little buffer machine

Benefits of Micodermabrasion include
-scar management
-good skin prep for some surgical procedures
-helps lift discoloring
-smooths out superficial lines
-no down time

What is a Chemical Peel?

The Definition of a Chemical peel is the technique for improving the appearance when wrinkles of the skin are present.

It is a Chemical Exfoliant

The Benefits of a chemical peel include
-Skin appears smoother, softer and in some cases lighter
-Since it is exfoliating the skin has more clarity, luminosity and fine lines are greatly improved