Facial Skin Care Treatments
‘ The different facial beauty treatments you can find in a salon .’
By Madeleine Pokroy
Facials are one of the most popular beauty treatments to have in a beauty salon , as they are both extremely beneficial for the skin , and also very relaxing . There are many different types of facial available , both hands-on and those that incorporate electrotherapy , each with their own specific benefits . All facials follow the same basic structure and order . They will begin with makeup removal and cleansing . The cleansing is normally repeated twice to ensure it is thorough . Then comes some method of exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and smooth the surface of the skin . A massage is then performed
that can include all or some of the scalp , face , neck , shoulders , back and even the hands or feet . Next a mask is applied , chosen according to the client ’ s specific skin type . Once the mask has been removed the skin is toned and the final eye , neck and face creams are applied . In a ‘ hands-on ’ treatment , there are no electrotherapy machines used and the therapist will use her hands to perform the facial treatment . Sometimes , however , a steam machine is incorporated in these facials during or after cleansing , to open up the pores and allow a deeper cleansing action . Although strictly a steam machine is a type of electrotherapy machine , it is not considered to be invasive . Often , but not always , essential oils are used as the basis of a hands-on facial , either as the base of all the products used in the facial , or as a base for the massage oil . Special facial masks are also a feature of some hands-on facials . These could be clay- or mud-based for a deeper cleaning action , or be more of a soothing base for more sensitive skin types . Sometimes the masks used are setting masks , which means they will be peeled or gently lifted off the skin when set . Some types of facial use machines as part of the treatment , and these are known as “ electrotherapy facials ”. There are several different types , which are suited to different skin types . Some of the most popular
variations of this type of facial are : Galvanic treatments : metal rollers or applicators are used to either
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