Laurie Anne’s Micro-Mode Redefining Facial

Laurie Anne’s Redefining Facial Equipment (Micro-Mode) uses a tiny micro current, which helps to tone, lift and re-educate the muscles back to their original position. Kinesiologists (muscle specialists) have demonstrated that any muscle can be re-programmed to accept or release it’s tone. The face has over thirty muscles that lie directly below, and are connected to the skins surface. When muscles are stimulated they either contract (shorten) or expand (lengthen). It is the direction of the stimulus that determines which reaction takes place and this will be dictated by the positioning of the probes over the muscles.

In either case, proper firmness is re-established through the non-surgical procedures by correcting the sagging muscle, which in turn corrects the sag of the skin. The treatment also stimulates blood circulation, which helps improve muscle tone and counteract dryness.

Micro-mode also works on improving the skin tissue, e.g.; - Acne scarring; blemishes; sun-damaged skin; dry dehydrated skin; problematic oily skin. It also softens fine lines and wrinkles and works to generally improve the skin’s texture and tone.

Micro-Mode works in harmony with the body’s own bio-electrical field. The body works from electrical impulses and the impulses provided by Micro-Mode are very similar, therefore the current is virtually sub-sensory. The client feels very little if anything at all. There is no visible muscle contraction, so therefore skin and muscle tissue respond very quickly to this type of stimulation.

Treatments on Micro-Mode are generally run as a course of treatments, averaging between 10 and 15 treatments. Some clients will need more and some clients will require less. This will depend on the client’s skin tissue and their muscle tone. It will not depend on the client’s age! On completion of one course another course isn’t necessary, providing the client returns for a maintenance treatment, which on average is once a month or between 4 & 6 weeks.

The long term effects of life’s stress, eventually show up somewhere on the body, and the face is one of the first places causing degeneration and sagging. The telltale signs are these; the skin begins to dry out, blotches of discoloration appear, muscles lose their tone, cheeks and jowls start to sag, wrinkles spread and deepen. We begin to look older than our years.

Micro-Mode was designed to retard the signs of ageing, to keep the skin youthful and glowing, and to keep the facial muscles toned.

Micro-Mode works on wrinkles and laughter lines, firms up sags and bags and tightens the muscles that make up the face. It not only improves looks but also relaxes you and makes you feel better. It will leave your face feeling alive with a vibrant glow. Results are visible after the very first session although a course of treatments are required for more permanent results.

The treatment will stimulate the circulation of energy to the facial tissue and muscles. This increases the rate that the skin produces proteins such as collagen and elastin and muscle tissue can be reconstructed. It therefore deals with both the skin and the supporting muscle tissue beneath it. It restores form and vitality to facial muscles that have gone soft due to lack of use and lack of circulation.

The muscles in the face are like small elastic bands under the skin. As we grow older, they lose their natural firmness and elasticity, allowing the facial skin to sag. This sagging becomes particularly noticeable around the mouth and chin, where even the slightest slackness has an undesirable effect on the facial appearance.

It is designed to give gentle exercise to the facial muscles, tightening and firming them, to reduce slackness and restore natural contour. Due to the sensitivity of the facial muscles, and the degree of exercise, facial improvement takes longer than improving the figure. The treatments improve lymphatic drainage of the face resulting in improvements in complexion and reduction of eye bags. It can be used to soften scar tissue, lighten the color of the skin and reduce the size of enlarged pores.
 

ADVANTAGES OF MICROCURRENT

INCREASES ADENOSINE TRI PHOSPHATE LEVELS (A.T.P.) by up to 500%
This is a chemical reaction in the body, which provides muscle and body energy, giving you a feeling of well being. A.T.P. is the energy in your muscles and is stockpiled.

INCREASES FIBROBLASTIC ACTIVITY by up to 60%
Fibroblast cells are responsible for producing collagen in the skin. As we age, the collagen levels decrease, showing more signs of ageing. By increasing fibroblastic activity, we can soften lines and re-hydrate the skin. This allows the skin to become more moisture retentive leaving a wonderful glow.

INCREASES PROTEIN SYNTHESIS by up to 73%
Muscles are largely made up of protein. By increasing protein synthesis the muscle becomes more “plumped up” and rejuvenated. Elastin is also another form of protein and again the production of it is increased, leaving the skin’s appearance refined and improved with softened lines and wrinkles.

INCREASES MEMBRANE TRANSPORT (CELL PERMEABILITY) by up to 30 to 40 %
As your body ages, cells become less permeable so various functions in the body slow down.

The skin is more moisture retentive and is also re-hydrated.

In simple terms, this will help you to absorb more nutrients, water and oxygenated blood, in order to excrete more toxins and fluid.

IT HAS BENEFICIAL HEALING EFFECTS
It helps to heal scars and blemishes and to give a wonderful glow on the skin.

THERE IS NO VISIBLE MUSCLE CONTRACTION
Unlike a faradic type of current, there is no stimulation of motor points and subsequent muscle contraction. Therefore, the sensation of the treatment is very comfortable and relaxing.

IT CAN BE USED AROUND THE EYE AREA
With many electrical treatments, it is not possible to work close to the eye area.

This is certainly an area which bothers most of us , therefore a big advantage with the MICRO-MODE is that we are able to work intensively around the eyes. This is because of the low current and the fact that there is no muscle contraction.

ENEMIES OF THE SKIN AND AGEING FACTORS

INTRODUCTION
During the mid-years of life, generaly around the age of thirty five to fifty, men and women find that fine lines and wrinkles on the face and neck begin to become more prominent. Loss of the skin’s elasticity and the body’s biological changes in mid-life contribute to this process. Some people accept these changes with an optimistic attitude, while others view them with distress. In either case, the client will be happy to know that facial treatments, and proper skin care products (special products just for your skin type), can help maintain the health and attractiveness of the skin for a lifetime.

Those with light, thin and dry skin tend to develop lines and wrinkles at an earlier age than those whose skins are oily, thick and dark. Taking care of the skin should start at an early age because once the skin is neglected, it is more difficult to improve its appearance or to undo damage that has been done by neglect.

CHARACTERISTICS OF AGEING SKIN
As a person ages, the deeper, or dermal layer of the skin undergo’s changes. In most cases, the skin loses its elasticity, becomes thinner and drier and shows a deepening of the lines and wrinkles. The loss of elasticity of the skin and loss of firmness of the underlying facial muscles contribute to the deep folds and lines in the skin. A crêpy appearance of the skin often follows illness, extreme loss of weight, improper lubrication of dry skin, or over exposure to sunlight may also hasten the ageing process.

Growths such as skin tags and ruby points are more likely to appear on ageing skin. At Laurie Anne’s we can remove these with little or no discomfort. Fine lines around the eyes, commonly known as crow’s feet, are usually caused by normal facial expressions such as, smiling or grimacing. Lines are also associated with swollen, puffy tissues (odema) around and under the eyes. Hormonal changes in the body especially during the menopause) may contribute to a diminished supply of natural oils and moisture needed to keep the skin looking youthful.

ALCOHOL
Moderate intake of alcoholic beverages such as an occasional cocktail is not usually harmful to the skin, and may be somewhat beneficial. A small amount of wine or other beverages gives the skin a warm flush, while a heavy intake of alcohol over dilates the blood vessels. If continued over a long period of time this can weaken capillary walls. When the blood expands the weakened capillary walls, they can burst, causing unsightly splotches in the sclera (white) of the eye or underneath the skin. Alcohol also draws water out of the tissues and leaves the skin dull and dehydrated.

DRUGS
Drugs of various kinds may have an adverse effect on the skin and should be taken only as prescribed by the physician. Studies of the effect of drugs on the skin show that some drugs interfere with the intake of oxygen that the body needs for healthy cell growth. Tranquillisers, amphetamines, barbiturates, heroin, marijuana and similar drugs can cause dryness, allergic reactions, and often aggravate existing problems such as acne.

TOBACCO
In addition to warnings about disease, such as cancer and heart disease, which may be caused or aggravated by excessive smoking, it is also reported that smoking contributes to premature ageing and wrinkling of the skin. Nicotine causes small blood vessels and capillaries to contract, which decreases the blood circulation to the skin and deprives it of essential nutrients and oxygen. In some cases excessive nicotine in the system can cause a yellow cast on the skin.

SUNLIGHT
Over-exposure to the sun is harmful to the skin. The ultra-violet (U.V.A. and U.V.B ) rays of the sun not only penetrate the epidermis of the skin, but also the dermis where it affects living cells. One of the skin's main defences against too much sun, is it's ability to tan. A suntan is a shield set up by the skin to help prevent the sun's rays from causing damage to underlying tissues. People whose skins have been over-exposed to sunlight during their younger years generally start to show signs of ageing between the ages of thirty eight and forty five. This is partially due to structural damage that affect the skin's elasticity. A highly effective and comprehensive sunscreen is the most important skin care product. It will reduce skin damage. It will reduce photo-aging. It will reduce the potential of skin cancer. It will reduce the potential of pigment spots. BiON's Titanium Dioxide Sunscreen is the ideal formulation. BiON was developed by a dermatologist and a biochemist in San Diego, California. At Laurie Anne’s we carry BiON products for your use and convience.

THE LACK OF MUSCLE TONE IN FACIAL AND NECK MUSCLES
What makes the difference between a young face and an old face? It is the difference in muscle tone and the circulation of the blood through the facial muscles and skin. When the facial muscles are not exercised, the muscle fibres deteriorate and shrink and the skin covering these muscles seems to age very rapidly. As the years pass, the supply through the small, thread like capillaries that lead to the facial muscles and skin, slows. Less oxygen, fewer nutrients and a diminished supply of blood pass through the muscles and the skin.

GRAVITY
The downward pull that keeps us on earth is an ageing factor. This constant pull downward, over the years, will eventually drag the skin downward. The skin sags and there seems to be a lack of firmness and taught smoothness; the face looks older.

THIRST
Your skin may hunger for water, minerals and other food nutrients, oils and oxygen. It is through your blood supply that your skin is given both food nurients and water, but as you grow older, water in lavish and constant supply is needed to keep your skin lustrous and glowing. The skin can be firm and bouncy, that is, elastic, only when its cells contain enough water. Moisture is needed for a youthful skin.

FREQUENT WEIGHT GAIN AND LOSS
To keep the body healthy, an individual should maintain his or her normal weight. As excess weight is gained, the skin stretches to accommodate the extra pounds. When weight is lost too rapidly, as in the case of crash diets, the skin does not have time to adjust to the underlying facial muscles. This causes premature wrinkling and sagging of the skin. Clients should be advised to lose weight gradually under the supervision of a physician.

EXCESSIVE MASSAGE
Massage is good for the skin if done properly by a trained aesthetician. However, constant rubbing, pulling or wrong massgae movements can weaken the collagen fibres, resulting in wrinkling of the skin. The client should be advised to always use gentle upward movements when clensing the skin. Mannerisms such as tugging, pulling or pushing the facial muscles should also be advoided. Facial exercises that include exaggerated facial expressions may contribute to premature wrinkling and lining of the skin. Biting the inside of the cheeks, pursing or biting the lips should also be avoided.

YOU!
The way you live, what you eat, and your habits can have a dramatic effect on the ageing of your skin.

Now with the aid of Micro-Mode, helping to concentrate directly on the underlying muscles, we can help to slow down the process of ageing. Our skin reflects everything about us – what we eat, how well we take care of ourselves, our moods, our health, and our level of self-esteem.

Our skin is the largest organ of our body, comprising 16 to 18 percent of our body weight. The skin has four functions:

• It protects the body from radiation and mechanical injuries.
• It is a sense organ.
• It regulates body temperature.
• It metabolizes and stores fat.

The outer protective layer of skin that we see is called the epidermis; it is separate from the nourishing dermis below. The dermis manufactures new cells rapidly, transmitting them from the dermis, to the epidermis. The dermis is packed with oil glands, hair follicles, blood vessels, nerve tissue, and sweat glands. Collagen and elastin are the major proteins and building blocks of the dermis. It is the collagen fibers in the skin’s connective tissue, which undergo changes with ageing and contribute to the appearance of wrinkles. Elastin is the protein that forms the chief constituent of elastic fibers.

Any successful skin care program, combined with Micro-Mode treatments will give you remarkable results. It does not create miracles, and the care of your skin does not stop in the studio at the end of your session. Your skin care program will only help promote what the treatment has started. You need to follow your skin care program diligently. If you eat properly, drink plenty of water, exercise, and keep your skin clean, in a little over 15 days you will find that your skin will feel smoother, have a wonderful glow and you may even look a few years younger. The care that you give your skin today, along with your Micro-lift treatments, will reward you with beautiful, soft skin 10 to 20 years from now.