facial diagnosis
Skin analysis systems use cutting-edge UV photography to capture images of the client’s face to show areas presenting spots, wrinkles, enlarged pores, sun damage and dehydration. From this, a bespoke at-home prescription can be given.
“At The House of Elemis, at retail stores and across many Elemis Spas/salons we use our SkinLab Facial Analysis computerised system alongside a lifestyle consultation so the therapist can look, listen and educate the client on the condition of their skin – from sun damage, dehydration, wrinkles and pollution and then be able to recommend the most appropriate facials, treatments and products to suit which will have the best results,” explains Noella Gabriel, Managing Director of Elemis.
“The Elemis SkinLab Consultation lasts 15 minutes and includes a 3D detailed skin and facial mapping analysis using clinical imaging which works by taking six different photos of your skin, allowing the specialists to identify any spots, UV damage, wrinkles, problem pores, areas of sensitivity and an instant analysis of what skin type you are,” Noella explains.
“You’ll be provided with a colour printout to help you understand the results better – in addition to specially tailored product recommendations and advice on your skin care regime to help maintain and protect your skin against further damage. There is also the opportunity to touch, feel, smell and learn about the products prescribed and tailor-made solutions for your specific lifestyle needs.”
“High quality skin scanning and analysis equipment is expensive, so most salons don’t own their own systems,” notes Tracy. “The iiaa provide the services of a team of trained experts nationwide to host in-salon skin analysis events. The skin analyst gives in-depth skin check- ups based on the sophisticated Visia diagnostic machine that they bring along for the day.”
“Visia imaging technology captures information and assesses common problem areas, such as sun damage, brown pigmentation blemishes, capillary damage, wrinkles, dehydration, scars or imperfections and congested pores,” Tracy continues. “The results shown on an imaging system enable the therapist and client to agree goals and priorities for treatment.
Skin analysis systems utlise imaging technology to highlight such issues as spots, wrinkles, enlarged pores, sun damage and dehydration. Image courtesy of Elemis.
“Skin reviews with the same clients in subsequent months provide the vital evidence to support product claims and add credibility to treatment recommendations made at the initial consultation. Clients are then confident to continue buying all their products from the salon rather than be drawn to the latest offer on the high street. By later returning for a review and new images, the program can be revised as needed and visible changes enable the therapist to maintain the client’s confidence in her recommendations.”
In addition to facial analysis systems, a number of other diagnostic tools are readily available. If you’d still like to follow your own existing facial diagnosis routine, you could opt to incorporate a hand-held device to further boost this process. The DIAGNOS Woods Lamp (PJS-1004) from Beauty Deals Direct, is a compact hand-held ultra violet device which gives a colour reaction on the client’s face. This will allow you to give a professional and thorough skin diagnosis, product or treatment advice and analysis feedback to the client.
Alternatively, a number of advanced aesthetic platforms also provide you with ways in which to perform skin analysis. For example, the Superbium, distributed by Advanced Esthetics Solutions, is a multi-Laser platform used for hair removal and skin rejuvenation treatments. The system includes Skincam, a diagnostic camera with software which permits you to freeze before and after images of skin, hair, spot pigmentation and vascular lesions. This data can then be saved as a record of your client’s progress with comparative before and after images.
regular analysis
“As skin changes from month to month and season to season it’s important that regular skin analyses are performed to truly understand the skin as it is at that time – many things can affect it from diet, stress, travelling, smoking and drinking, so it’s about how that manifests itself in your skin,” says Noella.
“Saying you are such-and-such a type suggests permanency, and this is a misnomer,” Jane adds. “Our skin is always changing, in response to weather, lifestyle, hormones, and so much more. In the course of a single year, you may experience a broad range of skin conditions. So, the products which worked for you in June, when you were playing tennis every day, may not work at all in February when it’s grey and drizzly [and] you are sedentary, stressed- out with far too much work.
“This confirms the necessity for regular sessions; an analysis every six to eight weeks forms part of an ongoing skin care regimen to allow both therapist and client to identify changes manifesting in the skin.”
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