Contouring and De-puffing: An Expert Guide
StyleSpeak asks Leena Khandekar, Founder and Director of Lee’s International Beauty and Spa Institute, to share insights and tips to incorporate in your services included in your salon menu to help your clients achieve a sculpted, youthful look.
Facial Contouring – Your Secret Weapon for a Chiseled Look
Facial contouring has taken the beauty world by storm, with influencers and celebrities showcasing its transformative power on social media. This innovative, non-invasive technique uses massage and products to sculpt the face, reduce puffiness, enhance features, and offer clients a more youthful and defined look.
Leena Khandekar explains, “Facial contouring is the latest mantra for youthful skin. It helps define features and enhance cheekbones, jawline, and nose. It has many health benefits too. When done right, it improves blood flow and oxygenation, eases tension, and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. It is great for lymphatic circulation, reducing inflammation, enhancing collagen production, and removing toxins.”
Facial contouring is your secret weapon when it comes to makeup, too. “Contouring provides a smooth canvas for makeup application and allows skincare products to penetrate deeper,” adds Leena.
Master the art of Facial Contouring
To sculpt a face like a pro, you must load your arsenal with some tools and learn the techniques. Leena recommends Face Faradic, a non-invasive beauty treatment that uses low-frequency electrical currents to stimulate facial muscles. This stimulation helps tone, tighten, and lift the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It’s a popular choice for those seeking a natural and effective way to rejuvenate their skin without surgery.
Microcurrent therapy and Radio Frequency are the other non-invasive techniques for getting a snatched, sculpted look.
For those who don’t want to undergo any treatments, Leena suggests using facial rollers, Gua Sha tools, and facial massagers, which can boost blood flow and help the skincare products work their magic, while rollers, whether jade or rose quartz, can depuff the face and give it a healthy glow.
The Magic of Depuffing
Depuffing is another technique that is making the rounds among influencers and celebrities all over social media. Whether it’s a quick fix for a special occasion or a regular treatment to maintain a healthy glow, depuffing services can be a valuable addition to your salon menu. They reduce swelling and puffiness in the face and help achieve a more defined and youthful appearance.
However, it is essential to do this technique correctly. “Start with cleansing and toning the face, followed by a deep clean. Apply an eye cream or gel. Now, use a facial roller or Gua Sha tool to massage the face, focusing on areas around the eyes, nose, and mouth. It is critical to keep the strokes gentle and upwards to stimulate lymphatic drainage and repeat for 5-10 minutes as per the skin’s requirement,” says Leena.
Powerhouse Products for Maximum Impact
In addition to tools, the right products are needed to improve the skin texture and glow. Leena recommends using essential oils like peppermint and lavender. They can soothe and refresh the skin, while caffeine-packed eye creams can depuff tired eyes. Cooling masks and patches can instantly reduce puffiness, and facial tightening creams can lift the skin.
A proper skin analysis should be done before using any of these products.
Tips for Effective Contouring and Depuffing
Facial contouring and depuffing can go a long way in making the skin look youthful. However, they should be done the right way. Leena recommends a few tips. “Remember to use gentle, upward, and outward strokes when massaging your client’s face. Focus on key areas like the cheekbones, jawline, and eyes. A little oil or serum can help the tool glide smoothly over the skin. Based on your client’s specific needs, I’d suggest either twice-a-month or once-a-month sessions, combining both depuffing and contouring techniques for optimal results. And, of course, maintaining a consistent skincare and makeup routine will help to enhance and prolong the effects of the treatments.”
So there you have it! These expert tips will help level up your facial game and give your clients the ultimate glow-up. It’s time to sculpt, soothe, and rejuvenate!
