Updated on February 11, 2022 by Ryan Koenig
In the cosmetic industry, terms like ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ have been overused to the point of no longer carrying meaning. These days, we can find them on all kinds of labels, whether it’s true or not. But now customers are demanding more than a green leaf on the label.
The new trend towards ‘clean beauty’ is raising awareness about everything from ingredients to packaging materials. For a number of reasons, we’re seeing clients be increasingly careful about what they put on their skin and in their bodies, avoiding things like irritants, synthetic ingredients, and products tested on animals. More and more people are looking for holistic treatments and wellness alternatives.
The global wellness industry has been booming in recent years. Especially in the wake of the pandemic, the trend in beauty reflects this, as people are focusing more on self-care, immune system health, weight loss, and getting in shape through diet and exercise. Combined with the growing awareness of environmental challenges, advocates of the clean beauty movement won’t be satisfied by false claims. Instead, consumers are increasingly knowledgeable about potential irritants, are interested in detoxification, and want to support honest cosmetic brands.
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How to Incorporate ‘Clean Beauty’ Principles at Your Laser Spa
- Offer vegan and plant-based product options for post laser treatment care. Look for items labeled as cruelty-free, ethical sourced ingredients, and PETA certified.
- Avoid creams and products with toxic, aggressive or synthetic chemical ingredients, including artificial colors, synthetic fragrances, and petroleum-based products.
- Showcase treatment options that use natural products and support the body’s physiological activities.
- Choose accessories – such as slippers, bathrobes, sponges, towels, and disposable items – made from natural and sustainable materials. It’s also wholly acceptable to brag about these eco-friendly items in your promotional material.
- Go plastic-free! Or at least recyclable and minimal when it comes to packaging and disposible items.
Holistic Add-Ons & Natural Options for Laser Med Spas
IV Hydration Therapy & Infusions
Intravenous therapy (also known as IV drips) is no longer limited to treating the ill, but it’s part of the burgeoning holistic health trend. The process of delivering nourishing hydration directly into the bloodstream is a popular new treatment. For example, there are drips available at the prominent skin clinic ISAAC (International Skin and Anti-Aging Centre) that help customers get brighter skin, reduce jet lag, and boost immunity.
Infusion IV treatments promise more efficient absorption of vitamins than nutritional supplements. Specialized IV infusion options include micronutrients, vitamin C, zinc, and other minerals. Customers swear that the results are more noticeable and faster.
Activated Carbon Laser Peel
The carbon laser peel treatment is great for rapid, high-quality skin regeneration. It leverages the natural benefits that the beauty industry has been raving about when it comes to activated carbon to enhance the results of laser peeling.
A carbon byproduct capable of extracting dirt, poisons, and other pollutants was developed by processing charcoal to make it more porous. Activated carbon has a lot of advantages, including oil absorption, skin cleaning, and dead cell elimination. Activated carbon has an extremely large surface area per gram, which makes it a one-of-a-kind material. This allows the carbon to absorb thousands of times its own mass in hazardous compounds, making it a completely natural approach to remove impurities like dirt and pollutants from skin and hair.
When combined with laser heat, the treatment is painless and usually requires minimal downtime. A very tiny layer of liquid carbon is applied to your skin as part of the treatment. The carbon particles absorb the laser light, zapping the carbon and eliminating dead skin cells, impurities, and oil. The treatment works wonders on oily skin, blackheads, and enlarged pores, leaving you with a healthy-looking glow and soft, smooth skin. For the best results a course of carbon laser peels are recommended.
Ayurvedic Facial Massage
Skin sensitivity is the new buzz word among clean beauty consumers, ahead of anti-aging, and this is driving a trend toward skincare based on organic, honest products. Ayurvedic face massage rejuvenates the skin and restores its natural, young radiance. It’s essentially a mild face and neck massage with specialized methods and Ayurvedic oils tailored to your skin type.
Ayurveda is a practice that feels more current (and vital) than ever before. It’s all about balance and lifestyle. It’s an ancient Indian ritualistic beauty that translates to “the science of everyday living.” Ayurvedic entails providing mild pressure on the three magic spots, which are the temples, behind the eyes, and behind the ears, in addition to its cosmetic benefits. This can aid by sending a relaxing signal to the brain, which enhances relaxation and blood circulation.
Herbal Pack Skincare
Another Ayurvedic-inspired beauty treatment includes an oil-based face massage followed by the application of a face pack. For skin regeneration, the herbal face pack is made with several Indian herbs. As a result, skin appears more youthful and radiant and, as a bonus, the massage treatment helps relax tense muscles throughout the body. The entire procedure takes around 45 minutes, including the pre-treatment massage, administration of the face pack, washing, and moisturizing. Herbal face packs can be used on a regular basis to prevent pigmentation and wrinkles.
Organic Haircare & Scalp Detox
Hair loss, dandruff and patchy scalp are some of the common health issues that have plagued men and women across the world. While premature hair loss is sometimes chalked up to genetic behavior, dandruff and other scalp conditions may be a result of pollution, hard water or poor dietary habits. However, Ayurveda has answers to all these problems. Using herbal oil and juices to moisturize and massage your scalp can strengthen the roots, remove dandruff and improve the overall health of the scalp. This Ayurvedic hair-care procedure nourishes your hair and restores shine, and it works best when applied after herbal hair pack.
Far Infrared Detox Algae Body Wraps
The clean beauty trend also focuses on detoxification to kickoff holistic wellness. To clear the body of pollutants and toxins, Far Infrared Detox Therapy uses natural extracts of seaweed algae and a carefully blended essential oil blend. Then, infrared rays are emitted to a depth of roughly one and a half inches. This penetrating heat is said to boost the health advantages such as healing, calming, stimulating, and detoxification.
In a traditional sauna, warm air warms your body, but in an infrared sauna, light creates heat that heats the body directly and from the inside. The cleansing impact should help regulate and balance the body’s inherent rhythms.
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