Eyebrows
The
eyebrows enhance the eye. Generally the medial
(inner) portion of the eyebrow should start at the inner
canthus of the eye with the peak arch being over the pupil.
The end of the eyebrow should be at or just past the outer
edge of the eye. It is desirable to shape the eyebrow
by removing the hairs between and below the brow and leaving
as much of the hair as possible above the brow to give
the brow height and thus enhancing the eye area.
The
tissue of the eyebrow is very thin and requires short
appointments of 15 minutes or shorter for best results.
Appointments should be made weekly for 15 minutes until
the brows are cleared of hair. Appointments can then be spaced
out for maintenance purposes until the hairs are gone
permanently.
The
hairs of the eyebrow usually die fairly quickly so each
hair is discussed with the client to ensure proper shaping
prior to extraction. The client will hold a mirror during
the treatment process and have an interactive approach
during the procedure.
Hair
Growth Cycles:
It
is important to understand hair growth cycles. Hairs grow
and rest in cycles so the hair that you currently have
is not all the hair you have in total. When a hair has
completed its growth cycle the follicle releases the hair
and goes into a dormant cycle. This cycle allows the follicle
to rejuvenate while another hair is formed. This cycle
can last from six weeks to two months before the hair
grows again. The active growth cycle is the only time
that a hair should be treated with electrolysis. When the
hair first starts to grow it is at it’s weakest which is why it is important
to stay on a strict schedule so the hairs can be treated
most effectively and die faster. In the beginning the
appointments will be closer together, usually once a week,
since there will be more hairs in the active growth cycles.
As hairs are treated and die, the appointments will be
farther apart until no further treatments are needed.
Preparation for Treatment
→ Avoid caffeine prior to treatment. as it “wakes up” nerve endings making you → more sensitive.
→ Avoid rushing prior to your appointment which can make you tense and → nervous. Arrive at the office early to allow yourself ample time to relax.
→ Take an aspirin, Advil, Aleve, etc., prior to your treatment to decrease your → sensitivity.
Pre / Post Skin Care
→ Skin will be cleansed before and after with an antibacterial / aloe vera lotion → and alcohol.
→ After treatment a regenerating crème / gel will applied and Ionophoresis will → be performed which will:
- Relieve redness, inflammation, irritation and edema.
- Restore the skin’s natural pH level.
- Soothe and provide a germicidal and vasoconstriction action.
- Promote greater penetration of active products to enhance treatment effectiveness.
Contraindications for Ionophoresis:
- Heart disease, pacemaker or electronic implant.
- Hemophilia.
- Diabetes.
- Epilepsy.
- Viral hepatitis or AIDS.
- Pregnancy.
- Accutane.
- Cancerous lesions.
- Absence of sensory perception or numbness.
- Metallic and dental implants.
- Remove contact lens before treatment.
→ Apply sunscreen liberally to treated area (if exposed to sun) especially for → sensitive and pigmented skin.
→ Home Care Instructions
Depending on individual skin types, you may display redness and a small amount of swelling after the treatment. This is normal. If any other manifestations occur, it is temporary and will disappear shortly with proper care. Do not aggravate the treatment area. Please follow these instructions:
→ First Day
→ Do activities that keep you cool. Avoid sunning, working out, hot tubs, etc. → which can increase swelling.
→ Keep treated area clean.
→ For electrolysis treatments to the face, try not to apply makeup for at least → 24 hours. If you must wear makeup, put an antibiotic OINTMENT on first.
→ Wear sunscreen at all times.
