This workshop includes a basic review of histology, skin classifications, muscles, sanitation and sterilization. Demonstration of the CIDESCO treatment protocol, including analysis, cleansing, massage, extractions and exfoliations. Different mask formulations and applications will also be discussed. Facial massage techniques, including effleurage, pettrisage, tapotements, friction and vibrations, will be introduced during the treatment protocol.

State-of-the-art skin care treatment requires knowledge of state-of-the-art skin care equipment. Learn information about the safe, appropriate, and effective use of many types of skin care equipment including galvanic, high frequency, micro-current, LED, suction, and other modalities. Watch a live skin treatment utilizing several different types of equipment.

Understanding skin care ingredients and how products are formulated is a vital subject for all practicing estheticians to know. Every esthetician should be able to read an ingredient label and understand the baic functions of any skin care product. In this information-packed course, Dr. Lees explains how skin care products are made with information on performance ingredients such as peptides, alpha hydroxy acids, sunscreens, stimulants and antioxidants, as well as functional ingredients such as emulsifiers, preservatives, humectants, and emollients. Learn about how ingredients are specifically combined for helping your clients with many prominent skin conditions including acne, sensitive, and aging skin!