Using steam within facials...

[jiff!22]

hiya.
does anyone think this has become old-fashioned?
i mean in terms of having steam blowing out onto the clients face?
some colleagues have commented they feel it interupts the facial a bit as it can be noisy.
im currently using a skinmate steamer on wheels.
are there different ways of doing this?
i know there was a mary cohr facial that uses an actual heated mask to achieve same thing, ie aiding extractions etc.
hope that all makes sense.
all comments mucho welcomed :green:

 

[Rockateer]

mmm am interested to see hwt fellow geekies say
i personally love it...

i use danne so there is no need or steam as such as the products have desincrustaing effects , spiral into the pores etc so no need for steam but psychologically i feel great when its used without a pharmaceutical grade product range

 

[kezza*]

It maybe old fashioned but clients love it,,,, I use to do steam facials at my previous salon and when I set up I tought I'd still offer it but I don't promote it or push it and it's amazing how many people love it and still ask for it.
I use a portable steamer that sits on the desk it's not that loud .

 

[permanentbeauty]

It maybe old fashioned but clients love it,,,, I use to do steam facials at my previous salon and when I set up I tought I'd still offer it but I don't promote it or push it and it's amazing how many people love it and still ask for it.
I use a portable steamer that sits on the desk it's not that loud .

The telephone was invented over 100 years ago - but it still does what we want it for. Steamers may have been around for ever, but they serve a purpose and you will still find them in most good salons. I find that some salons don't have them because of a) cost - tho portable is fine b) storage and c) it makes the treatment time that bit longer!
Been in practice over 15 years and my clients feel theyare getting full prof treatment. Also, Dermalogica cleanse under steam etc (as at their headquarters at the IDI in Surrey) and I use Murad with glycolics etc but, again, cleanse under steam.
Remember the reasons you use steam and you would never be without it. I think it adds a real touch of value for money too as it's something you really cant do well at home.
Long post, I know - but

 

[Rockateer]

permanent beauty i agree, it is adding the prof feel in so far asthat they cant do ias effectively at home
we can all "have a go at a facial at home" but the steamer, masks, massage etc all add to a treatment

yay for steam!

 

[jiff!22]

Brilliant!
you have renewed my faith in steam!!
definatly great idea to review/think about what we use it for, how it helps us etc.
i think il continue with the steamer as it seems to still have a place in the treatment room.
Thanks geeks. :green:
anyone elses comments still welcomed. :green:

 

[kylieb]

hiya.
does anyone think this has become old-fashioned?
i mean in terms of having steam blowing out onto the clients face?
some colleagues have commented they feel it interupts the facial a bit as it can be noisy.
im currently using a skinmate steamer on wheels.
are there different ways of doing this?
i know there was a mary cohr facial that uses an actual heated mask to achieve same thing, ie aiding extractions etc.
hope that all makes sense.
all comments mucho welcomed :green:

Its funny you should post this as I have been thinking the very same thing. The therapists at my last salon didnt even know where the steamer was kept
I dont have room for a big one on wheels so I have a portable one which i can put on the table at the side.
I think they are important to use for extraction and also makes it easier. Not every client likes it and I wont steam with people that have broken capillaries. I personally hate it on my face but I think every client should have a choice x

 

[weezie]

My steamer broke once and so it was not available to use in treatments and I tell you I learnt quickly how much it meant to clients, many felt short changed when it was missed out, I used hot towels instead but they still said they missed the steamer! :lol:

 

[joe90]

I love to use my steamer in a facial. My enzymatic exfoliator loves warm and wet to enhance its functionality, so it is a must for me at this stage of the process

 

[salonjunkz]

Hi All,
I am new here and luv this site.
Steaming is outdated and many ppl don't prefer it as they think its going to dry skin further.
i have always loved it but conditional that it should not be so hot to burn or scald my skin.
Some therapists leave the room with too much heat on and never return promptly to ask or reduce the heat which i hate.

ONLY IF done in proper way and temp ,it is so relaxing n detoxifying.
Its not meant for everyone.

So ask client or use own judgement.

 

[elements_aus]

Steaming is only good for problem skin. It is the last thing you want for a dry, sensitive or dehydrated skin. Clients will miss it but if you explain that it is no longer used because it has been found that it is too drying on the skin they will not feel short changed. We do a small welcome massage at the start of our facials to replace the time it took.
Pamela

 

[weezie]

Some therapists leave the room with too much heat on and never return promptly to ask or reduce the heat which i hate.
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A therapist should NEVER leave the room while a steamer is on this is incredibly dangerous and I would not return to a salon who did this and I would question them when they stood up to leave the room. :hug:

Obviously steam should only be used in the correct manner for skin types and conditions.