© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. The Complete Spa Book for Massage Therapists ESTHETIC MODALITIES FOR SPA THERAPISTS: PART I LESSON L-13.0

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. SPA THOUGHT “Therapists are not supposed to diagnose, but it is important to identify certain skin conditions and know who to refer to.” Desiree Collazo – Education Manager Florida College of Natural Health a Steiner Leisure company

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. INTRODUCTION Modalities with esthetic impact that spa therapists can perform on clients: –paraffin treatments –exfoliation & massage services targeting face –scalp treatments –back treatments –hand & foot treatments

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. SCOPE OF PRACTICE Never violate scope of practice w/ techniques reserved for estheticians. Therapists can offer treatments that refresh, smooth, and clean the skin. Can use techniques to relax facial muscles for a more attractive, youthful appearance.

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. HEALTH & SAFETY ISSUES Potentially injurious esthetic services –facial –waxing –manicure/pedicure Possible complications –bacterial infections –disease transmission –scalding –chemical burns & allergic reactions

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. FACE TREATMENTS Massage therapists can offer face treatments w/ therapeutic benefits: –increased localized circulation –cleansed pores –relaxed facial muscles –drainage of excess fluids from the area –improved appearance & well-being

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. CAUTION Therapists should never attempt to diagnose, treat or improve skin conditions. –acne, rosacea, comedones, milia, seborrhea, & asteatosis When any abnormality is present on the skin, do not give treatment to the face. Refer client to an esthetician or physician.

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. PRODUCTS Esthetic products within the boundaries of a massage therapist’s job description: –vitamin E –aloe vera –fresh herb powders –essential oils –moisturizing creams & lotions

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. TECHNIQUES Therapists can ethically & professionally apply: –massage –exfoliation –heat –cold –cleansing

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. TYPES OF FACE TREATMENTS THERAPISTS CAN PERFORM Two primary types –stand-alone face treatments –mini–face treatments as part of spa service Can be combined with hand, foot, scalp, or back treatments –to create an esthetically oriented package –to create a signature service

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. The Complete Spa Book for Massage Therapists ESTHETIC MODALITIES FOR SPA THERAPISTS: PART II LESSON L-13.1

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. SPA THOUGHT “Become dual licensed.” Desiree Collazo – Education Manager Florida College of Natural Health a Steiner Leisure company

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. SCALP TREATMENTS Treatments beneficial for hair & scalp Add moisture & natural sheen Full hair services – cosmetologists only Therapists may not choose protocols for particular hair types or scalp conditions. Therapists must understand hair & scalp Trichology = science of scalp & hair

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. HUMAN HAIR Begins growth beneath skin in follicle Turns into dead cells – keratinization Two main parts –root & shaft

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. SCALP TREATMENT BENEFITS Increased moisture for dry & damaged hair Dry hair caused by –inactive sebaceous glands –synthetic soaps & shampoos Scalp treatments reintroduce natural oils –natural products + increased circulation

© Copyright 2010 Milady, a part of Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. OILS FOR SCALP TREATMENTS Many essential oils are beneficial. Jojoba is a good carrier oil. Coconut oil soothes dry, itchy scalps.