Germaine de Capuccini – Pigmentation Facial

Pigmentation

Pigmentation is referred to any discolouration of the skin, whether it be freckles, age spots, sun damage or liver spots. They are broken into two distinct categories Internal and External triggers of melanin.

Hyperpigmentation, Freckles, Liver Spots and Sun Spots

The cause of Hyperpigmentation, Freckles, Liver Spots and Sun spots:-

• External exposure
• UV and sun damage to the skin
• Skin damage, such as acne scarring, burns and friction also known as Post-inflammatory pigmentation.
• External triggers such as the sun and skin damage can cause the skin to darken by triggering melanin production, the pigmentation can be temporary but in most cases permanent.

How to treat Hyperpigmentation, Freckles and Sun spots?

Germaine De Cappucini AOX Chemical Peels – This express 40 minute treatment is a safe formula and has no side effects, such as iching, burning or downtime. Unifies the skin’s tone, reduces imperfections and reduces high colour. Ideal for all skin types including sensitive. This facial should be used alone and not in conjunction with any other treatment.

How many treatments will I need?

An initial treatment course would include 1 facial a week for 4 weeks or until the skin has improved. Follow with one facial every 8-12 weeks.

What to expect during treatment?

This luxurious one hour treatment consist of the following ritual

• Stone Pinda Protocol – warm pinders are pressed around the body and tucked into the feet
• A warm wet towel with drops of Spa Marine Vitality is applied to the face to open the pores.
• Kobido Cleanse Ritual – cleansing the skin using various massage techniques to generate blood flow and open up the lymphatic glands.
• Protect the eyes with moistened cotton discs.
• The skin is cleansed using alcohol toner.
• The AOX system bionic is applied all over the face in two layers and left on for 12 minutes.
• The mask is removed using hot towels.
• The AOX system ferric 2 layers are applied to those areas of concern, the therapist will work in the product using stimulating movements and massage until it’s absorbed.
• The Treatment Enhancer – Pure Retinol Concentrate is applied using gentle massage, this stage will be left out if your skin is very sensitive.
• The facial is finished off with UV + FR  Block UV & pollution Protective Emulsion Fluid SPF50+
  

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What is Melasma?

Melasma is a form of pigmentation that can range in size and colour and mainly affects woman.

What is the cause of melanoma?

Triggers melanin production internally hormone oestrogen, triggers melanin.  Very common with woman during, after childbirth and even menopause.

How to treat melasma?

No treatment available other than good skin lightening creams containing Vitamin A, a synthetic form Retin A and a healthy diet that includes lots of Vitamin C that inhibits melanin production, found in many foods bell peppers, dark leafy greens, kiwifruit, broccoli, berries, oranges, tomatoes, green peas, and papayas.Vitamin E