A Simple Guide To Skin Extractions Vancouver

By Ines Flores


We all love taking care of our skin especially the face. One of the challenges facing all types and color of face is acne. The most common forms of acne are whiteheads and blackheads. The blackheads and whiteheads can be removed by an esthetician in a process known as skin extractions Vancouver BC. But is the process worth it?

Whiteheads and blackheads are known as comedonals and represent the two most common forms of acne. Comedonals arise when oil or sebum clogs hair follicles. What differentiates between the two forms of acne is how much exposure to air they have. Generally, whiteheads are closed by a mass of overgrowing dead cells whereas blackheads are closed.

There are different types of therapies individuals seek to treat the acne blemish. Some people use medication from drugstores while others from dermatologists. Another common alternative is an esthetician who is a professionally trained skin care expert. An esthetician helps relieve acne through facials; a face cleansing procedure where the blackheads and whiteheads are plucked off.

During the facial, an esthetician first cleanses, exfoliates and sometimes steams the face. This serves to soften up the hardened oil or sebum which causes the blackheads. When this is complete, they begin the extraction process. The esthetician should ensure that they wear hand gloves as they are dealing with body fluid which may transfer infections.

Index fingers or extraction tools may be used to remove blackheads. Extraction tools are faster and are able to get into impossible places; however, they are painful to some people. On the other hand, use of index fingers takes time but is more comfortable. The esthetician after covering the hand in cotton should attempt to apply pressure to either side of the blackhead and coax it from the follicle gently.

Whiteheads have a layer of dead cells covering them and hence much more difficult to remove. A lancet or a small surgical blade, however, can be used to make an opening in the skin and remove the whitehead. The lancet should be sterile and care should be taken as this is a delicate process. The advantage is that it is effective for most people but the use of lancets is restricted.

It is important for the client and esthetician to observe basic safety measures and precautions during an extraction procedure. Firstly, inflamed areas in the face should not be touched as the infection might spread to other areas. Also, each procedure should not be more than ten minutes each. The client should go slowly on the number of procedures as many of them at one time cause trauma to the skin. Facials every two weeks is recommended.

Acne and blemishes are best removed using extraction. In fact, some people notice improvement of the face almost immediately. However, a client should be wary of their expectations. Proper management even at home is crucial in dealing with acne. Also, expect pain during the treatment depending on the size and oiliness as well as aggression of the esthetician.




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greatseo said...

Acne is the most common skin concern.Acne occurs when there is a build up of oil in your skin,which clogs your pores creating whiteheads, blackheads and pimples on the surface of your skin.Acne treatment Vancouver contact us for Acne treatment Vancouver.

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