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OCT 2017

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[ 24 ] • # dayspamagazine • october 2017 spotlight by Tracy Morin How is enzymatic exfoliation different from other types of exfoliation? Amber Moon, lead esthetician at AURA Salon in Littleton, Colorado: Skin is naturally acidic, so it loves support from acidic ingredients such as enzymes, which are derived from fruits like pumpkin or papaya. Enzymes dissolve the bonds between dead surface skin cells, allowing the outermost layer to slough away and activating the dermis to create new skin cells. They also provide the skin with nutrition—for example, pumpkin contains vitamins A and C. This nourishment combined with exfoliation makes enzymes a preferred exfoliant for a multitude of skin conditions. Nadia George, owner of Nadia's Green Care Cosmetic Studio in Northridge, California: Enzymes are the most gentle and noninvasive exfoliating method, as they react with and digest only the dead proteins on the skin's surface. Compared to scrubbing, they don't micro-scratch the skin, or cause scar tissue formation or thickening of the epidermis; compared to chemical peels, they're considered to be safer because they don't react with the tissue or cause infl ammation. Manisay Gabbard, owner and senior therapist at MG's Grand Day Spa in Greenville, South Carolina: Enzymes exfoliate multiple layers of dead skin and offer instant gratifi cation in terms of lightening, brightening and hydrating—even for guests with rosacea or hypersensitive skin. Also, for clients who use retinol, enzymes won't cause further irritation as long as the guest isn't allergic to the foods the enzymes are derived from, such as papaya or pineapple. How do enzymes function within your spa's facial services? George: I use the SAIAN Enzyme Mask to prepare clients' skin for many of our protocols, including the SAIAN Collagen Infusion Treatment (60 min./$95), Acne Treatment Therapeutic Facial (60 min./$90) and Calming Treatment for Sensitive or Rosacea Skin (60 min./$90), in which it's a core component. The enzyme mask is also effective on sun-damaged or irritated skin, and it's an excellent treatment for large body areas, e.g., stubborn acne and clogged pores on the client's back. © GETTY IMAGES ENZYME PRODUCTS Éminence Arctic Berry Enzyme Exfoliant eminenceorganics.com Pevonia Enzymo-Sphérides Peeling Cream pevoniapro.com Le Mieux Hungarian Enzyme Mask lemieuxpro.com DM Skincare Retinyl Treatment dermamedsolutions.com Apothederm Facial Enzyme Exfoliant apothederm.com Bio France Lab Enzyme Papaya & Pineapple Wash Off Mask biofrancelab.com Enzymes Natural exfoliators that hydrate and brighten— sans the side effects.

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