Steamer or not?
I want some opinions on to use a steamer or not? I know steamers have always been used and taught with facials-that has always shocked me because I know that steam can irritate and not be good for all skin types. I have always used a steamer at past places I have worked, but I just opened my own location and am debating on to purchase one or not. Any advice?
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Permalink Reply by Cindy Greenwood on
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I have a steamer - but I only use it when doing basic facials, but not usually with Rosacea.
I don't use steam with peel, microdermabrasion, or Radiancy treatments.
Although I probably only use it in about 25% or less of my facials, I am still glad I have it. It's not an expensive piece of equipment.
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Permalink Reply by Nicole on
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I would definitely get a steamer. You don't need something fancy and they are not expensive. Many of the enzymes I use from Rhonda Allison suggest that you use steam (not with Rosacea). I just had a client yesterday who came in for a pampering facial who told me how disappointed she was that they didn't use steam at the last place she went.
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Lot's of people love their steam!
So it IS important to tell them WHY you are not using steam in the treatment.
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Permalink Reply by Sheila Gordon on
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I always use my steamer...but if you don't want the expense of a facial machine, perhaps you could start with the Satin Smooth little table top steamer. I have one by my bed at home and it does a decent job, just be careful to not overfill bc it will spit out hot water.
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Permalink Reply by Nicole Weymer on
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Yes and no. I think a steamer is an absolute must in most circumstances, however, when I studied oncology facials I learned that a steamer is terrible for an oncology patient. That is also true with very sensitive skin. I think you should have one for your regular clients, and determine when you shouldn't use it. I can't live without the steamer for my clients or myself personally.
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Permalink Reply by Sandy Franklin on
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Hi Nicole, I was wondering if you could tell me where you took the classes at for the oncology facials? this is something I'm very interested in learning and doing, any information would be great. Thanks,
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I lost two clients the same week I got licensed because I didn't yet have a steamer. Though, like the others, I don't use it for certain skin conditions or modalities I'm glad I have it. LCL Beauty has a very inexpensive one w/a mag lite, under $ 100. Not the greatest but it will get you by.
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Over a steamer? I am surprised. Some people are just particular I suppose. I would recommend writing out some type of business plan for yourself and deciding what tyep of esthetician you want to be. Will you use a steamer or not? Are you totally organic etc? Then when you advertise yourself people will have a better idea of what to expect. Those two clients probably had specific expectations of you. Toss it up to working with the general public.
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In Burlington, NC--let me know if that is a location you can go to and I will be happy to get the school's info. out of my esthetics folder.
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Permalink Reply by Shelley Hancock on
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I haven't used a steamer in a good 10 years....just my preference. I'd rather spend that time using more effective anti-aging equipment. I didn't lose any clients when I made the switch because I offered something better in exchange.
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Hey Shelley,
What do you use instead of the steamer? I do like the feel of steamer on my own skin, but I also love the hot towels (on non-compromised skin). I would love to hear your tips. I am always trying to learn new things or take classes.
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Hi Nicole....The Radiancy equipment I have (FSD & CTL) create heat, so they open the pores for easy extractions. They've kinda become my steamer except that they have more benefits than just opening the pores. Also, every single treatment gets 10 to 15 minutes under the LED panel....I believe LED is effective and beneficial for every skin issue there is.
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