This issue's Q&A: what's your signature treatment?

I'm looking for a few more ASCP members to feature on the next issue's Your Turn page! Just reply here with your answer to this question: What is your signature treatment, and is there anything special you did to make it extra popular with clients?

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Permalink Reply by Lynn Maestro on December 29, 2011 at 12:08pm

Body Waxing has become one of our top treatments... we continue to set ourselves apart with our high standards of service, sanitation and results!

Permalink Reply by Jennifer Johnston on December 29, 2011 at 3:15pm

Even though Brazilians are my top service due to my technique and charming bedside manner, I would have to say my European Facial sits at #2 in popularity and has left many a client wanting to be carried out to their car and driven home after I've finished. I adore getting facials and want my clients to feel how I like to feel when getting them. I luckily have warm hands that just add to the experience. I start them cocooned on a heated bed and use a technique similar to Trager where the body is gently rocked back and forth from head to toe. I also end the treatment this way. Whether I'm cleansing or massaging I want it all to involve a firm and flowing pressure point/Jacquet massage technique. During the face, neck and shoulder massage I use a movement similar to traction and cranial sacral where after I sweep around the back of the shoulders I slide up the back of the neck and keep a steady gentle stretch with my fingers positioned at the base of the skull, releasing after a minute or more. While the client is masking I make sure the hand/arm massage product used will compliment other scents and aromatherapy used during the treatment. Again always keeping in mind that what makes me feel incredible and relaxed while getting a facial I am passing along to the client.

Jennifer Johnston

Waxbitch

Michigan USA

Permalink Reply by Shelley Birnbaum on December 29, 2011 at 4:34pm

My Mediterranean Anti-oxidant Facial would be my signature treatment. I designed this to be rich in anti-oxidants from beginning to end. I make my own products so I made all the products I use during this facial with a variety of anti-oxidants and anti-aging ingredients. I include an exfoliation on the hands followed by body butter I made that is infused with anti-aging essential oils. The skin just glows when finished. I educate my clients that prevention is better than correction and using products rich in anti-oxidants will help slow the aging process.

Permalink Reply by Thelma Carole Edwards on December 29, 2011 at 6:59pm

My signature treatment is the European Facial. This treatment requires my hands, no machines. What makes this treatment special to my clients is that I am with them the entire treatment. After skin is cleansed, and ready for the special vegetable peel, and after the application of the peel, I massage the arms and the hands, with special focus on the texture of their skin, I will add the specific needed care. When the first phase is completed, I will do the massage, prepare the face for the mask, and then the mask. While the mask is on, I do a leg and foot massage focusing on specific areas of the feet. If this is the initial treatment, I already know what their concerns are, and I focus on that area. With each visit, I will do a

mini consult to help me to determine what I am going to do. If they are in extreme discomfort, I will add the Brazillian Toe Massage. I have always have contented clients with this Signature Treatment. TCE

Permalink Reply by Shelley Birnbaum on December 29, 2011 at 7:03pm

I forgot to mention that with my Mediterranean Anti-oxidant Facial, I place Green Tea bags on the eyes while the client masks and that is when I do the arm and hand massage with the anti-oxidant body butter. I also do a neck shoulder and facial massage with my anti-oxidant serum.

Permalink Reply by Randee Zambri on January 1, 2012 at 3:16pm

My favorite treatment is called "the Art of Skin Care UltraLux Facial" where science and luxury meet.

I begin with an enzyme exfoliant to clean "the dust off of the skin" followed by a gentle lactic acid peel. I continue with extractions (if needed) and a relaxing massage. The mask is a customized blend of nutrients and hydrators misted onto the skin. This is absorbed into the skin while the client is relaxing.

Permalink Reply by Crickett Enos on January 6, 2012 at 11:19pm

I would say that though I specialize in Brazilian waxing and brow design, my signature treatment would have to be "The Wow". So named because when the treatment is finished, I hand my client a mirror and their first response is always, "WOW"! This Native American clay exfoliation beats them all. It's all natural and works on every skin type and condition, and can even be used on those undergoing cancer therapies. It evens skin tone, helps with fine lines, and leaves the skin youthful and glowing. To lure the client's in, I give them a little teaser by exfoliating one of their hands. When they see the dramatic difference on just one hand, they can't wait to see what their entire face will look and feel like. The full treatment lasts about an hour as thin layers of clay are applied and massaged gently into the skin with a touch that's as light as a feather. This is the best treatment I've ever offered or received. Bar none.

Permalink Reply by Marti DeCoste on January 9, 2012 at 5:57pm

It's hard because i like to think they are all signature treatments. HaHa! My most popular features an Enzyme/Microdermabrasion or Chemical Peel, followed by LED therapy and Micro-Current lifting to the face, neck, chest and bi-ceps. This is infused with organic or non-organic based peptide and antioxidant serums for brightening, plumping and firming, depending on my clients needs. With all of my treatments I stamp "My Signature", which is a blend of wonderful custom aromatherapy that my clients love. So much i had to bottle it in a body splash for them to take home! Finally ending with my own Reiki infused style of massage, Reflexology or singing bowl therapies to bring balance and rejuvenation to the body, mind and spirit. I just call it The Ultimate Rejuvenation but my clients call it that thing i do....lol

My foundation is rooted in Medical Esthetics and my clients demand corrective skincare treatments with long term visible results. I give them Results with Relaxation, when the aromatherapy, and massage starts they are like butter in the hands.

Permalink Reply by Carrie Patrick on January 10, 2012 at 8:36am

Thanks everyone! These all sound so good. I have enough for the magazine now, but keep 'em coming because it's really interesting to read them and get ideas!

Permalink Reply by Gloria Ricaurte on January 30, 2012 at 6:41pm

My signature facial treatment is Bio Microcurrent, has been turning more popular this days, excellent Non-Invasive Face Lift treatment, safe and instant visible results even know series are recomended to achive more dramatic result, is basically very mild current in synergie with our body's to stimulate and reeducate facial muscle to get tight, stimulates protein production like collagen and elastine, due to faster turnover of cells. Is also great to stimulate the lymphatic system to eliminate excess toxic waste producing a visible solution to puffiness and double chin I have been providing this treatment for the last 4 years and had the opportunity to work this amazing facial to several celebrities while working at The Fontainebleau hotel Miami Beach.

This unique experience gives me the opportunity to make this facial popular due to be one of Hollywoods best kept secrets of beauty!

Gloria Ricaurte Master Medical Aesthetician

Permalink Reply by Regina Paige McKinney on February 9, 2012 at 6:17pm

dr schwab pumpkin facial with ultrasound--the pumpkin offers exfoliation with the addtional benefits of vitamin c..ultrasound enhances muscle tone

Permalink Reply by Tamara zagurski on January 11, 2013 at 12:25am

My signature treatment is my Powertech Facial. It's 45 minutes long and focuses just on the face. I created the treatment as a way for clients to experience all of my technological gadgets - as well as receive a powerful facial treatment in a shorter amount of time. It includes use of the Clarisonic, the BT Micro - on the negative ionic mode, the peeling mode, and the positive ionic mode- and the Opal. I think the reason this treatment is so popular with my clients is because it delivers instant positive results in less time and for less money then a traditional facial.