Microcurrent is a low-level electrical device that is a type of galvanic treatment in skin care. Microcurrents are best for lifting and toning aging skin. Microdermabrasion is a mechanical exfoliation of dead skin cells involving spraying microcrystals along the skin surface. Through microdermabrasion, skin cells are vacuumed from the suction of the equipment, producing fast and visible results that treat aging and wrinkling skin (Milady, 2023). using light therapy. The usage of infrared and ultraviolet rays are short-term exposure services. Infrared rays should not remain on the body for more than seconds at a time, with total exposure not exceeding 5 minutes. Ultraviolet ray exposure time begins at 2 to 3 minutes and gradually increasing the treatment to 7 or 8 minutes of total exposure time. Too long exposure will damage skin tissues with either service (Milady, 2023). Milady (2023) noted that contraindications in electrotherapy treatments are serious considerations. Performing electrotherapy services while clients have particular conditions can cause damaging side effects and harmful results to the individuals. Electrotherapy should not be performed when a client has the following conditions: ● Mental implants. ● Sinus conditions or blockage. ● Pacemakers. ● High blood pressure. ● Asthma. ● Pregnancy. ● Broken or open skin. ● Suffer from epilepsy or seizures. ● Nerve disorders. ● Heart conditions (Milady, 2023). ● Improve symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, including tingling, weakness, and numbness. ● Provide massage therapy to assist in managing symptoms of repetitive strain injuries. ● Relieve hand and wrist pain. ● Decrease cortisol level, which reduces anxiety and stress. ● Manage stress by creating feelings of relaxation and calmness. ● Relieve pain and stiffness by increasing circulation and blood flow. ● Improve flexibility and range of motion (Sater-Wee, 2023).
Galvanic current helps accomplish desincrustation and iontophoresis. Desincrustation facilitates deep pore cleansing, and iontophoresis enables the absorption of ion solutions into the skin. The process of iontophoresis is accomplished through cataphoresis and anaphoresis. Cataphoresis introduces astringent solutions to the skin, while anaphoresis facilitates the absorption of desincrustation lotions into the skin (Milady, 2023). Light therapy Light therapy is a form of electrotherapy because it utilizes electrical currents to treat skin conditions. Light therapy consists of infrared and ultraviolet rays and LEDs. Light therapy treatments produce therapeutic effects. Infrared lamps create soothing heat. The benefits of light therapy are as follows: ● Soothed nerves. Ultraviolet rays are the shorter wavelengths of the visible light spectrum. The use of various ultraviolet and LED bulbs produces different results. Bulbs used to produce different ultraviolet rays are UVC, UVB, and UVA bulbs. UVC rays are used for germicidal benefits, UVB rays produce therapeutic effects, and UVA rays facilitate the following results: ● Tanning, which increases melanin production. ● Vitamin production. ● Improvement of the flow of lymph and blood to the skin. ● Eliminating waste products (Milady, 2023). Like the consideration of possible harm when utilizing massage treatments, there are cautions to consider when ● Increased circulation. ● Dilated blood vessels. ● Increased production of oil and perspiration. ● Increased metabolism. ● Relaxing heat to the skin (Milady, 2023). Nail care In cosmetology, hand and arm massages are provided in nail care services. Milady (2023) reported that hand and arm massage is offered while performing manicures. The services are the favorite among clients, offering relaxing and soothing results. According to Sater-Wee (2023), hand and arm massages provide many physiological benefits. Examples include relieving tension and stress, improving circulation, and promoting relaxation to the lower arm, hand, and fingers (Figures 10-11). The massage techniques also help to reduce tension, improve concentration and focus, relieve anxiety, and increase energy levels. Hand and arm massage can also provide many benefits to the overall health of the body that are overlooked, including: ● Relief of arthritis pain and stiffness. ● Increase circulation and stimulate blood flow. ● Reduce inflammation and pain in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.
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