Facial anatomy; muscles and bones Intro to blood and lymph Ethnicity and skin ageing Facial steam and extraction

1. W E E K 4
1 S T & 2 N D S T A G E O F F A C I A L A N D B E G I N N I N G
O F F A C I A L M A S S A G E R O U T I N E
Facial Sessions

2. Objectives
Identify the different moisturisers available
Explain which moisturiser is best suited to each skin type
list 5 benefits and 5 effects of facial massage
list the different massage manipulations (effleurage, petrissage , vibrations, and frictions
*describe the techniques
Explain the reasons to select the 4 different massage mediums (cream, balance oil,
rejuvenating oil and talc)
Discuss the reasons on how to adapt the massage for various skin types and client’s needs
*explain
Perform lip, eye and superficial cleanse whilst working in pairs
Observe and demonstrate moves 1-8 of the facial massage

3. Lets recap ...grab your mini whiteboards
Contra-indication to steaming Contra-indication to hot towel
Benefit to steaming Benefit to hot towel
Write one answer
in each corner

4. Lets take a look at the effects of massage
Effects
Stimulates the
circulation
Soothes
sensory nerve
endings
Stimulates
the
sebaceous
glands
Aids in
absorption
of products
Aids in
desquamation

5. How did you get on?
Benefits
to
massage
Relaxing
Deeply
cleanses
the skin
Adds
moisture to
the skin
Improves the
texture of the
skin
Improves the
appearance of
the skin

6. Introduction to massage techniques
• Knuckling,
kneading and
thumb circling
• Brisk
stimulating
moves which
break contact
• Introduce the
therapist touch
• Stroking moves
• Breaking
down and
loosening of
the tissues
Frictions
&
Vibrations
Effleurage
PetrissageTapotement

7. Lets take a look at moves 1-13 of the facial
massage DVD using the handout provided
Independently identify the
following whilst observing the
DVD
1. Name which massage
technique is being applied
2. Identify the pace of the facial
massage?
3. Name 2 factors that may
influence the change in
pressure?
4. Identify what would
influence the choice of
massage medium.

8. Consultation & Treatment Planning
1. Carry out a facial
consultation
2. Make sure all
sections are
completed
3. Ensure signatures
are against the
contra-indication
section
4. Produce a treatment
plan
This should last 5 mins

9. Now lets get you working….
1. Set up of area
2. Consultation
3. Client preparation
4. Eye & Lip cleanse
5. Superficial cleanse
6. Skin analysis
7. Deep cleanse
8. Exfoliator with brush
cleanse
9. Hot towel/Steamer
10.Extraction
11. Massage moves 1-8
Swap over……

10. Extension Task
Imagine we had a full skin care range...
Produce a treatment plan following the skin analysis of
your peer to include the following:
1. Identify the correct formulation of cleanser and explain
how to apply & remove
2. Explain whether you would use a brush during the
cleanse and why
3. Identify the correct type of toner and explain how to
apply & remove
4. Identify the correct exfoliating product and explain
how to apply & remove

11. Have we achieved our objectives?
One benefit of massage One massage technique
One effect of massage One massage medium
Write one answer
in each corner of
the whiteboard