Spray/Vacuum Machine for Beauty

Spray and Vacuum machine has different purposes though they are always combined in one machine.

Spray Machine

The spray machine is also called an atomizer. The plastic bottle is filled with either astringent lotion or skin lotion. The use of the lotion depends on the skin type. Astringent for the oily skin and skin lotion for normal to dry skin. Using the appropriate lotion helps restore the skin’s acid mantle.

The spray can be used :

1. After cleansing because spray can help remove traces of cleanser from the face
2. After extraction to flush out the pores and soothe the skin
3. After removing mask to restore the skin’s acid mantle.
   
   

The benefits of using spray machine :

1. Spray stimulates nerve endings and activates cell metabolism.
2. With longer periode of time, it is good for broken capillaries. The spray creates an excellent light massage that exercises and strengthens the capillary walls by causing them to expand and contract.
3. Spray is necessary for dehydrated or mature skin.
   

Vacuum Suction Machine

The vacuum suction mechine is useful in deep pore cleansing of the skin. It is used to remove excess oil , grease and dirt from the skin.

Vacuum suction also has the benefit of massage. Vacuum massage will stimulate blood circulation which means better nourishment to the cell and faster toxin elimination from the cell. Vaccum massage can also draw moisture to the surface of the skin. It is beneficial to the skin that is wrinkled.

Vacuum suction can be used on all skin type except the area with couperose and rosacea. For better result on oily skin, it suggested that vacuum suction is performed after steming and disincrustation.

The strenght of the suction can be adjusted. The esthetician should test the suction on the esthetician’s inner arm to make sure that the strengt of the suction is suitable with the skin type treated. Stronger suction can be used on oily and thick skin. When the skin is thin and dry, a lighter suction is used.

Vacuum suction comes with different size of cups. The biger cup is used for larger area such as forehead, cheeks, neck and jaw. The smaller cup is used for eye and nose area. The bigger the cup size, the stronger the suction is.

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Sunscreen

Sunscreens are skin creams, lotions, and sprays designed to minimize the risk of sunburn by reducing the amount of UV radiation reaching the skin. Sunscreens also significantly reduce the risk of photo ageing and skin cancer if used properly. Sunblock refers to more powerful sunscreens. Sunblock tend to be white creams containing zinc and titanium oxide that reflect most of the sunlight, however they still let some UV radiation through.

There are three types of sunscreen : sunscreen containing organic chemical substances that absorb UV radiation, sunscreens containing fine inert powders that largely reflect UV, and combinations of those two.

SPF stands for Sun Protection Factors. SPF indicates the level of protection against sunburn from UVB. Sunscreen SPF rating is calculating by comparing the amount of time needed to produce sunburn on sunscreen protected skin to the amount of time needed to cause sunburn on unprotected skin. SPF number can range from 2 to greater then 50. SPF 25 gives better protection against UVB than SPF 15. For example : person who normally turns red after 10 minutes under sun exposure without sunscreen, when she applies SPF 15 sunscreen on her skin, it would take 150 minutes for her skin to turn red. But better reapply sunscreen every two hours for continued protection.

The star rating (* to ****) indicates the degree of UVA protection, The more the stars, the better the sunscreen protection provided. However, exact UVA protection is not easy to measure.

When you choose a sunscreen, select products with good sun protection qualities, indicates by the SPF number and the star rating. If you intend to go swimming, you should check that your sunscreen is water resistant. Sunscreens should be re-applied at least every two hours or after swimming or perspiring heavily. Water-resistant sunscreens may lose their effectiveness after 40 minutes in the water. Don’t forget to reapply sunscreen after you have towel-dried.
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Glycolic Acid (AHA) & BHA

The word ‘acid’ might alarm some people, but the proper amount and use of the acids on the skin can improve the appearance of the look young and healthy skin.

Glycolic Acid is part of the Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) family. Alpha hydroxy Acids are acids that occur naturally in various fruits and foods. Citric Acids from citrus fruits, Lactic Acid from milk, and Tartaric Acid from grapes. Glycolic Acid found in sugar cane is the most effective AHA as it has the smallest molecule, which enables it to penetrate more effectively and to ultimately bring about the most dramatic and beneficial changes, compared to the other fruit acids.

Medical studies have revealed that Glycolic Acid may stimulate collagen production, increase epidermal volume, remove surface dead skin cells and even act as a powerful antioxidants. Tests also illustrate, how Glycolic Acid acts as delivery agent when combined with other beneficial ingredients producing desired result.

The use of Alpha Hydroxy Acids in beauty regimen usually combined with Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA). Salicylic Acid, the lone BHA, is found naturally in willow bark, sweet birch bark and wintergreen leaves. It is a fat-soluble acid, allowing it penetrate into the pores. Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA’s) speed up cell turnover when Beta Hydroxy Acids assists in purging the follicle for a clean smooth, more healthy appearance.
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Shiatsu

Shiatsu is considered to be Japan’s most popular form of medical therapy. Comes from the word ‘Shi’ (finger) and ‘atsu’ (pressure). For centuries this combination of traditional oriental medical science and beauty care, has been used.

The human body has 12 meridians with ki running through it. Meridians are energy lines with acupressure points that are connected to inner organs, muscles and nerve ends. Shiatsu therapist applies gentle pressure to the acupressure points in order to restore and balanced flow of ki within the meridians. Stimulating pressure on certain acupressure points activates the body functions and increases the persons feeling of well being.

Pressure can also applied over a larger area than just at the acupressure points. The treatment includes a series of body stretches along meridian passages. With manipulation an pressure, areas in the body may feel sensitive at firs but this eases quickly as the treatment progresses.

Shiatsu self-massage is suitable, above all. For treatment of slight health inconvenience by improving the natural body functions and working against emotional stress. Shiatsu is also well-known for relieving stress and calming nerves because it is designed to boost stamina, and improve digestion and concentration.

Below are the most important acupressure point s for beauty :

The acupressure points in the brow area help to increase the concentration and have a calming, equalizing, and stress reducing effect. It also reduces nervousness, headaches and migraine.

The acupressure points that are situated in the nose, eye and horizontal forehead wrinkles help relieve pressure in sinus passages when they are blocked.
The acupressure points around the eyes helps soften eye wrinkles, strengthen visual power and reduce tired and puffy eyes.

The acupressure point around the mouth work to relieve cold symptoms, fever and facial swelling as well as reducing lines in the mouth area.
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Brushing Machine

There are many kind of beauty equipment used in order to achieve better result in facial therapy (some call it electrical therapy) of course with additional charge. As a costumer we should at least know what kind of equipment used and the benefit to our skin.

Brushing Machine

Brushing machine is manufactured in several size. Some models are small and handy, when others are floor standing models. The brushing machine comes with different brush sizes and textures which can rotate at different speed. The use of the brush size and rotation depend on where it will be applied - on the body or face, around the eyes or neck. A coarse brush used on thick or oily skin. A soft brush is beter for dry or delicate skin.

The main purpose of brushing is to slough off the dead cells and to remove any dirt that clings to the surface of the skin. The brushing machine assures a more thorough cleansing of the skin since the bristles of the brush can loosen dirt and grim embedded in the skin where a sponge can’t reach.

Before using brushing machine, skin is cleansed with cotton pad or viscose sponges.
For better result, the face is vaporized to soften the dead surface cells so they can be more easily removed.

The brushing is started n the neck, continued to the jaw, chin, cheecks, upper lip, nose and forehead. Swirling on the skin thousands of times per minute, the brush creates an excellent massage for the skin. It stimulates and cleanses the skin while giving a very light exfoliation. Brushing is good for all types of skin except in the case of severe broken capillaries and acne prone skin. Brushing could irritate the acne and possibly spread infection.
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Wrinkles

As the body ages, the skin loses its stretchy properties and wrinkles set in.
Excessive sun exposure is one of the major factors of premature skin-aging. External factors such as sunlight, chemicals in cigarettes and industrial pollutants, alcohol, fluorescent lights can age your skin more rapidly than any other part of the body. This is particularly noticeable on the face. Lines and wrinkles appear on the face due to loss of skin elasticity and tone.

The real secret of successfully combating wrinkles lies in a healthy skin structure and underlying connective and muscle tissues, nerves and capillary network. The strength of the connective tissues depends on the healthy supply of blood and oxygen, effective elimination of waste, hormonal balance, muscle mobility and nutritional status of the body.

To enhance a healthy body and skin function :

1. Become fit through a moderate diet and exercise program
2. Correct digestive problems and hormonal imbalance and concentrate on releasing tensions and stress through breathing techniques and massage
3. Encourage lymphatic and blood circulation through massage therapy and special purification programs
4. Try boosting your body’s energies by adopting a positive outlook on life
5. Become more aware of your body’s own healing energy
6. Prevent burnout and do not overwork or push yourself beyond your limits

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Detox : Fasting

Detox routine is an all-natural method of giving your body the time and conditions it can use to rebuild and heal. There are many different detox routines in the natural health arena: water fasting, juice fasting, minimal eating, herbal detox, detox baths, colon cleansing.

Fasting is one of the most popular detox method. Fasts have the best results in chronic ailments. Most people are quite capable of doing a three day water fast. Be sure to obtain purified water only. During these three days, slow down your daily physical activities. It is better to take to bed and keep the body warm.

Before any kind of fasting be sure to eat a meal or two of raw salad, vegetables or fruits -- no meat eggs or dairy products.When you fast, you can use either juices, lemonade made with maple syrup, broths, or water. It is also possible to fast eating one kind of food exclusively for a period of time. For example, Macrobiotics often fast by eating just brown rice, others fast on bread and water.

Try to get organic produce and pure water for your fast. A juicer is very helpful equipment for fasting but not absolutely necessary.

Why fast?

Sometimes it is beneficial to miss a meal or several. Fasting is body “safe mode of operation" we know very little about. When feeling not well, children refuse to eat. As we grown up we are told to that we must eat so we lost touch with this natural type of healing.
Fasting works on every level of our being: physical, emotional, mental, spiritual.
One comes to understand why fasting has been a part of religious and spiritual practices world-wide for eons of time.
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Acne Treatment Option

There are many people that are searching for an effective form of acne solution and many believe that their skin can be healed with the products that are commonly available. Actually you need to treat your acne not just externally but also internally. In many cases acne is no more than an imbalance that is taking place within the body.

Acne is one of those skin conditions that no one wants to be thinking about. Acne really is a condition that can add to the emotions of a person, but there are plenty of treatments that are available to treat the condition. As mentioned there a number of treatments that you can find for your acne. Whether this is a cream or a lotion or other type of over the counter product.

If you are noticing that you are getting some bumps on the skin, then this could be the start of acne. Do not use anything that is harsh on the skin and avoid products that contain any artificial colors or perfumes. When it comes to dealing with acne as well as keeping the skin clear you need to follow some very basic guidelines.You should also avoid touching your face as this will just add additional dirt, bacteria and even oil to your skin.

If your condition is caused by a bacterium that is “killed” by the particular antibiotic you are proposing to take, taking that antibiotic will be an effective treatment. But if your condition is not caused by a susceptible bacterium or not caused by a bacterium at all, taking this antibiotic will be completely ineffective as a treatment. Always consult a doctor before taking antibiotic.

When you get pimples and zits, is this always acne? The answer, unfortunately, is “no”. Even though you may get “pustules” or “papules”, the technical terms for those “spots” that come on your face, neck and upper body, you may have Pityrosporum folliculitis. This is a common inflammatory skin disorder that looks almost exactly the same as acne.

Many of the treatments for acne will make Pityrosporum folliculitis flare up and become even more visible and painful! So, before you resort to ever more powerful treatments for your skin problem including the use of antibiotics like Doxycycline, make sure you are treating the right problem.

The lesions in acne are usually larger, i.e. they may be more than 4cm in diameter and are distributed evenly over the face, neck and upper body. Pityrosporum folliculitis most often affects the body and the lesions are smaller. If yeasts are found, this proves the source of the inflammation as Pityrosporum folliculitis. Because this is not a bacterial infection, antibiotics are ineffective.
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Simple Steps to Detox

You can help to ease your body’s toxic burden with some simple steps of detox that can be carried out every day :

1. Drink lots of water
   Drink at least several liters of water a day to flush your system the natural way
2. Maintain a healthy diet
   Have as much as possible of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds. Eat plenty of garlic, onions, turmeric, ginger, cabbage, dark greens and sulphur foods. The optimal diet avoids all food additives: all hydrogenated oils, fried foods, sugar, flour and processed food, as well as caffeine, alcohol, and non-essential drugs. Healthy diet makes your detox more effective.
3. Fast
   Consider fasting one day per week, or three or four days in a row during the month. An alternative approach is to eat only nuts and fruits, or raw vegetable for several days. Anyone with health problems such as diabetes or who is pregnant should consult a physician first before doing detox.
4. Exercise
   Exercise to the point of perspiration as often as possible at least for 15 to 30 minutes, three times a week.
5. Brush your skin
   Many toxic substances are eliminated through the skin. Eliminate these toxin is one of detox purposes. Lightly brushing your skin with a dry brush helps to stimulate blood and lymphatic circulation and remove dead cells to promote elimination. Use a soft bristle brush and start at your feet, brushing towards the heart to follow the flow of lymphatic fluid. Brush from your fingertips up towards your shoulders, again towards the heart. Use small strokes and gentle pressure. Avoid the facial area and areas of skin irritation. Incorporate dry skin brushing into your routine before showering or bathing.
6. Contrast shower
   Contrast shower is one of effective ways of detox The contrast between hot and cold water increases circulation, promotes detoxification and strengthens the immune system. This helps bring nutrients, oxygen and immune cells to damaged and stressed tissues, and carries away metabolic waste, inflammatory by products and other toxins. Start with three minutes of hot water, followed by less than one minute of cold water. Repeat this pattern at least once, always finishing with cold water.

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Face and Neck Relaxation Technique

1. Sit Comfortably in a quiet, tranquil place, close your eyes and take a couple deep breaths. Be aware of your whole body, feel where the tension is and imagine releasing this tension. Loosen and relax your face and body.
2. Gently turn your head to the right and hold it firmly, then turn your head left and hold it firmly, then bring your head back to the centre.
3. Sitting comfortably, your spine should be straight, breathe in and out slowly. Gentle lower your head until our chin rests on or near your chest, keep breathing slowly. Raise your head and lower it very gently backwards, then slowly return to centre. (Avoid any force when you are doing these movements.)
4. Use the fingers as a comb and massage the entire scalp from the hair line all the way back to the neck, using a stroking motion.
5. Extend your tongue as far as possible and hold for a few seconds, then quickly pull back. Repeat three times.
6. Place your palms on your opposite shoulder and take deep breaths for a few seconds.
   

The general rule for the following steps is for the muscles to be stretched gently to their limit (avoid force), hold that position for ten seconds then slowly release. Repeat twice only.

1. Raise eyebrows as high as you can; stretch them up with your eyes wide open.
2. Keep your eyes firmly closed and at the same time move your nose.
3. Hold your back teeth together without tension and stretch the corners of your mouth towards your chin.
4. Keep holding your back teeth together without tension and stretch your mouth towards the sides.
5. Stretch your chin towards your neck.
6. Raise your shoulder upwards.
7. Sit straight and try to push your shoulder blades as close as possible together.

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Natural Face Lifts

Men and women are becoming more skin conscious; facial, anti-aging products, face-lifts and peels are now a part of life. There are, however, natural alternatives to deal with the signs of premature aging and skin damage. Holistic therapies can enhance your natural beauty and offer a safe, effective alternative to surgery and chemicals.

There are many things you can do to improve our facial contour naturally and prevent premature aging. Radiant beauty is more than skin deep; it reflects the state of energetic harmony of the body and mind. When this energetic harmony is in balance and dynamic, the person as a whole is healthy and vibrant.

To keep looking naturally radiant for a lifetime, it is necessary to understand what makes the body’s energy flow freely and dynamically, as well as what causes its inactivity. Certainly, good nutrition, conscious life style, safe environment and mental and physical activity count towards your health essentials. One of the most important dimensions of being vibrant and attractive is being in emotional harmony. Each tension, each compression, each movement cause a reaction, generating bio-electric signals that are precisely characteristic of these tension compression and movements.

One of the most important aspects of saving our face is not allowing the stress to affect you for the long term, because the longer the facial muscles remain tense the more severe the effects will be. Lethargic and tense expressions also contribute to the loss of skin elasticity and wrinkling, as the blood, nutrient and oxygen supply can be restricted by inactivation of the facial muscles.

Muscles around the eyes and forehead may turn out to be chronically rigid, in relation to deep seated emotional issues going back to early childhood, which may restrict one’s vision of life and progression. Deep-seated tension in the mouth area, particularly around the jaws, can be reflection of difficulty in expressing real feeling and/or dissatisfaction in general.
No matter how down you feel, look at yourself in the mirror and state ‘I feel wonderful’, ‘I am fine’, and you will see your facial expression instantly become softer and more relaxed. Releasing emotional stress and tension in the face can not only restore energies, especially to the facial muscles directly controlled by the brain, but also provide ultimate relaxation to the whole body. Read More..

Get Rid of Face Wrinkles

Let me tell you a quick story. More than 45 years ago, thousands of young children watched a Walt Disney movie in which a wicked queen spoke to a magic mirror. Today, the children who gasped at the huge dragon in that same movie are now starting or nearing retirement. Are you one of them? You can see evidence of the aging cells on your face, but what can you do? No doubt, you have begun to wonder if there is a magic mirror that can help you to get rid of face wrinkles.

Some wealthy individuals view cosmetic surgery as the ideal way to get rid of face wrinkles. Fortunately, the makers of skin care products have provided the public with a number of low cost alternatives to plastic surgery. A growing percentage of over-the-counter substitutes for surgery not only rid the face of unsightly wrinkle lines, they also help to prevent the creation of new lines, new evidence of aging.

Exposure of the skin to UV light damages the endothelial cells. It can accelerate the rate at which tell-tale lines appear on the face. Use of sunscreen protects the UV-sensitive endothelial cells. Sunscreen limits the ability of UV light to cause the sort of biochemical changes that weaken endothelial cells. A weakening of the protein structure in endothelial cells leads to a wrinkling of the skin.

A good diet can slow pace at which wrinkle lines mar any human face. Foods containing Vitamin A provide endothelial cells with a rich source of antioxidants. Antioxidants protect skin cells from the damaging effects of free radicals in the skin. In the absence of Vitamin A, skin cells begin to break down. When those cells are on the face, their demise can pave the way for creation of wrinkles.

Microdermabrasion has been put forth as an alternative to plastic surgery to get rid of face wrinkles. During microdermabrasion, special crystals remove dead skin cells from abraded parts of the body. The body responds to the loss of dead endothelial cells by making new cells.

Of course, even if a process such as microdermabrasion can get rid of face wrinkles, achievement of ideal results depends on the ability of endothelial cells to replace the lost skin cells. Aging cells often lack that capacity. Aging cells loose the ability to make the proteins collagen and elastin. Why is that important?

Collagen and elastin are proteins, proteins that can be found in all healthy endothelial cells. Collagen, with its fiber-like structure, strengthens skin cells. The loss of collagen weakens those cells. The loss of collagen allows gravity to pull on facial cells, causing them to sag. External forces push on the weakened facial cells, encouraging the formation of wrinkles.

In healthy cells, elastin contributes to the flexibility of those cells. When cells on the surface of the face contain elastin, then they can recover from repeated pulling and pushing. In the absence of elastin, aging cells lack the ability to recover from such external forces. Aging cells stay wherever they get pushed. That behavior leads to the development of unsightly lines around the mouth and eyes.

In conclusion, effective wrinkle-fighting aids stimulate facial cells to make both collagen and elastin. This can truly help to get rid of face wrinkles. They help the face to take on the characteristics of a more youthful appearance.

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Makeup Tips For Teenagers

Many moms & dads have for years worried over the over-use of make up on their teenage daughters. With these make up tips for youngsters, however, your teen can look attractive yet natural all at once.

Youngsters have the benefit of already having natural & young looking skin, so the use of their make up should be natural & as light as probable. Subtle is best with teens, & make up should match the youngsters skin tone as much as probable. There are many make up tips for teenagers that will change your teen into a natural loveliness without being too apparent about it!

The “concealer” is used as an extra for covering acne, blemishes, dark circles or any defects. A concealer must be light enough to match your skin tone, but murky enough to coat what it has to. After concealer, a glow foundation may be used. With youth, this step is possibly not even necessary, as most youth skin tones are by now even. The next stride is to apply a light dusting of looks powder. One of the best make up tips for teenagers is to stroke powder on sparingly; you don’t want it to look coated on. A foundation with an SPF of 20 or higher is also suggested for use, as it helps guard the skin from the damaging sun's rays.

Next, begin at the top. Use an old tooth brush to brows the eye brows into place. Pluck any drift hairs. You can use a supple eye pencil to fill in any holes you may have in your eye brows, but again with youngsters, this step may not be essential. Next, you can put up a thin line of eyeliner on the top of the eye, right above the eye lashes, & blend it in well. You might apply a bit on the lower eyes, as well, but not excessively that you look like a raccoon.

The last make up tips for youngsters is the use of a radiance blush, blended well, to provide your cheeks a little color. According to the color tenor of your skin, you can set off either radiance or a little darker. End up with few light, clear lip-gloss & you are all ready! Teen girls can dig away with adding few shine to their make up routine for a night out for the city, a dance & a party.
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