Beauty - Treating Teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Skin sense
“In my opinion, it is never too early to start taking care of your skin,” says Lydia Sarfati, Repêchage CEO and Founder. “It is always much easier to prevent a problem than it is to fix it. It is also very important for teenagers to have a good daily skin care routine, especially if they are experiencing problem skin.”
She goes on to explain: “When children reach their teenage years, they experience a shift in hormones that not only affects their skin, but also how they feel about their appearance. They start to get a little oily, can experience Acne breakouts, and all this while trying to get a date to the school dance! This is a fantastic market for your problem skin services, and what better way to create a fan for life than to start them off young?
“Don’t forget that teenage clients are
just learning about their skin’s needs so make sure that you are also providing them with skin care tips.
“Tell them to get rid of any make-up that has been in use for six months or longer – especially a bronzer, foundation compact or cream blush that they are reusing with the same applicator.
“Also make sure that they are cleaning their brushes between uses so that they are not putting bacteria back into their compact. With little tips and tricks, your client is going to quickly learn what it takes to have beautiful skin!” adds Lydia
Acne alert
At this age the skin can tend to be combination or oily skin due to hormonal changes. Common skin problems include breakouts, clogged pores and occasional acne problems. To prevent such problems avoid alcohol based products, instead opt for a mild cleanser that cleanses the lipids from the hair follicle. It is also worth remembering that it is important to keep the skin cleansed effectively but using products that continue to provide moisture.
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“Teens with problem skin should avoid products based on Benzoyl Peroxide that strip skin of natural oils and leave it dehydrated, red and irritated. Starting off with [a] simple regimen will ensure your clients are preventing pimples and blackheads from forming,” remarks Lydia.
One element of your client’s skincare routine which is important is a weekly exfoliator as it is vital to rid the skin of the dead skin cells that are sitting at the surface. Depending on your client’s skin type and sensitivity, using an exfoliating product once or twice a week will remove the dull, dead skin cells and promote healthy new skin to come through.
For more persistent Acne, it may be necessary to adopt a more mechanical approach, because despite being one of the most common skin complaints for teenagers, it can be hugely demoralising for those who experience it.
Colour therapy involving light applied in the correct wavelength and frequency stimulates intercellular communication, resulting in cell rejuvenation, which may help improve the appearance of Acne.
Therapists should look to use a blue light which offers antiseptic, germicidal and antibacterial effects as well as helping to reduce swelling and calm acne. Sebum production is normalised, aiding refinement of the skin. Green light should then be applied to help cool the skin and reduce redness and inflammation, followed by an application of red light to increase blood flow and cell rejuvenation. It also activates and improves the function of the immune system, lymphatic system and vascular system.
Dream debs
Usually held in the final year of secondary school Debs (Debutante Balls) can mean big business for beauty, hair and nail salons. According to research carried out by Debenhams last year, the average Irish teenage girl will spend almost €700 on their Debs.
Findings of the Debenhams survey, published in the Irish Examiner last September, suggested that young
women spend on average €695 on beauty treatments, evening dresses and accessories to ensure they look their best. Top beauty preparations included a Spray Tan, Manicure and Pedicure, Make-up, Hair, and Eyebrow shaping.
Although it may not be Debs season just yet, it might be worthwhile contacting the local schools, or speaking to clients who are parents, to find out if there are any forthcoming Debs in your area.
If there are, then why not consider putting together your own Debs package – talk to parents to see what treatments they would feel comfortable paying for, then create your packages accordingly by choosing elements from nails, tanning, make-up and even skin prep before the big day.
Nail art wraps are ideal for Debs as no matter which brand you choose to work with there are a huge number of different designs available so even if your client has that nightmare moment where their dress is being worn by someone else, they can be fairly certain their nails won’t be the same!
Veneers come in all different shapes and sizes, with some being pre-cut, some are just for tips to create funky French designs, whilst some require you to trim the veneer to your client’s nail size; they are also suitable for both fingernails and toenails. You can also layer some designs, to create a totally bespoke look.
The veneers require no drying time, so essentially the service only takes as long as a regular polish, and clients can leave the salon straight after the application has been completed – making them ideal to apply on the day of their Debs, as there’s no worries regarding smudging whilst getting dressed.
Finally, when it comes to make-up, a number of ranges could be the perfect match for younger skin, just ensure the products are lightweight yet still offer enough coverage to hide any problem areas.
Turn the page to see a selection of products ideally suited for teenage skin…
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