How do you add on higher end services when you don't have the budget to do so yet?
I have been getting alot of questions from clients about oxygen facials, and also laser treatments, I keep sending clients to other I know who do this, and feel like the $$ is slipping right out of my hands! I can't afford any real pricey machines yet, and would still need certifications too, what's everyone doing?
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Permalink Reply by Michell Jones on
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I would love the RejuvenAir Elite oxygen machine
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Permalink Reply by Angie on
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I have looked at the O2 machines and they are simply oxygen machines that they use in the health care setting. I am a nurse/esthetician and have used O2 machines for many years as a nurse and looking at the O2 machines used in skincare, they are simply the same. Google it, look at the pics and you will see. Let me know what you find....
Goodluck
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Permalink Reply by Christina Wilson on
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I was just noticing that yesterday. My Grandmother has one of those oxygen concentrator machines. I thought it looked like they just added a makeup airbrush dispenser at the end where the oxygen mask would go.
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So does that mean it's cheaper somewhere else? But can you use it the same way?
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Not sure Michell it was just an observation on my part. Would be interesting to find out. Here are some oxygen concentrators. I need to ask some of my Dermatology friends to see what the difference would be. What does the RejuvenAir Elite oxygen machine go for?
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Permalink Reply by Shelley Hancock on
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Hi Gals...everyone that knows me knows that I'm not "Miss Technical"!! But here's my understanding (what I've learned from the two oxygen companies I've worked with) regarding these units:
Most oxygen machines seem to have been adapted from the health care setting. They are very similar. Both machines take surrounding room air, filter out the nitrogen, and deliver a constant flow of oxygen. BUT you will be very disappointed if you decide to buy an oxygen concentrator for medical use and try to use it in your spa. The pressure level is nowhere near high enough to perform an oxygen facial (since medical units are meant for breathing). Oxygen facial machines, though they look the same from the outside, have been specially modified to withstand and output higher levels of pressure to perform treatments.
Hope this helps! The RejuvenAir Elite is $3500 and comes with products ($350 value), marketing materials, training video, phone training with me and a good warranty. The Elite model is much lighter (31lbs.), much smaller and much more quiet than other units out there including our regular model. The company will do a payment plan, but the total is then $3950. There is a good side by side picture on my website to show you the size difference to the two units and you'll also see how cool it looks compared to most oxygen concentrators.
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Hi Shelly and thank you for the info. I enjoy your site and demonstrations.
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Permalink Reply by Simon Phillips on
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That is really interesting. One thing that you could do if your looking to try it out you may be able to get an oxygen machine from the previous link. They rent the oxygen concentrators. Not sure how it works but that might be a much cheaper option than having to purchase one to see if your really going to do this.
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Permalink Reply by Cindy Greenwood on
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LOL! I was just going to steer you towards Shelley's "Jump Start" idea!
Getting to the point of being able to afford the equipment is hard when you are just starting out. And most of the equipment that you can purchase under your license (that does not include any kind of laser equipment) does not require certification. Training is another matter entirely!
I put away money into a savings account every week. EVERY week! Even if its only a few dollars it does add up. I also have little painless ways of saving...I keep a change jar where all my loose change goes every day, it usually cashes out to about $50 when its full; I also keep a can of $1bills - I put in all my loose ones at the end of every week and clip them into stacks of $20; I used to keep a container in my car...whenever I started the engine I would put in 50 cents. I know this stuff sounds silly but it works for me. Anyway save in little ways...it pays off in BIG ways eventually. I was able to purchase outright almost everything that I have in my studio, including a nice diamond microdermabrasion unit, furniture, and decor.
I purchased my oxygen concentrator new from Skin for Life for very little. My training was by phone/skype.
I like my machine and have done okay with it BUT just a week after I bought it, I could have gotten one of the original Rejuvenair units from Shelley for just a little more, that was a disappointment but I can't go back in time on that one. Anyone that offers a payment plan is worth looking into.
If you see a piece of equipment that you know you want, ask the vendor or manufacturer if they DO have payment plans. And/or ask to be notified if they have a sale (then you will be ready cuz you're saving your pennies)
Keep your eyes open for used equipment - but be careful about craigslist and ebay - I have seen a lot of people get taken on old and faulty equipment.
I did purchase a Radiancy unit from Shelley and put that on a credit card. In my current location I have not gotten a lot of business with that. I LOVE the machine though. And I think that at my new location it will be a hit!
ETA - For liability issues, I would suggest not buying an oxygen unit that is not intended for esthetic use. I also would NOT rent an oxygen tank. A spa I know does this...she got it because she has a friend who is a doctor. This is a dangerous practice and no one should have an oxy tank at their business. Stick to appropriate equipment and you will be happier and safer.
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Agreed! Thank you, I have one of those little accounts...its just soo little. One day! :)
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