How to Benefit From Ultrasound Facials

Ultrasound facials utilize similar technology to the ultrasounds that doctors use to view babies in the womb. Physical therapists help patients heal injuries with these devices and now, aestheticians are the latest professionals to adopt these devices for skin care. The hand held machines contain an oscillating probe that creates sound waves. These waves penetrate deeply into the skin's layers, creating warmth, improving circulation and possibly increasing collagen production.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Find a licensed cosmetologist to administer your facial, one who's properly training in using the ultrasound device. Ask questions about his experience, like how long he's been using the machine and where he received training.

2. Cleanse your face thoroughly before the facial, concentrating on the "T-zone" being your forehead, nose and chin. Oil and impurities on your skin prevent the device from working optimally.

3. Ask your aesthetician to use special ingredients like glycolic acids or herbals extracts in the facial. They benefit your unique skin type.

4. Receive facials regularly. You may need weekly treatments depending on your skin's condition. Once you are happy with the effects, keep getting facials on a regular basis to maintain benefits, which may require only monthly salon visits.

Tips & Warnings

• Take care of your skin between treatments by eating well, staying hydrated and removing makeup at the end of the day. This is especially important if you have oily skin that's prone to breakouts.
• Studies show that ultrasound facials combined with skin-lightening products like ascorbyl glucoside and niacinamide significantly reduce dark spots and freckles.
• Use a sun block and stay out of the sun if you receive microdermabrasion or other exfoliating treatments in conjunction with your facial.

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