2. The galvanic current
is a direct, constant
current with low
voltage.
Can be used in 2 ways
on the face & body
Measured in milliamps
KEYWORDS:
• Direct current (DC) –
travels in 1 direction
& has no break in
flow of electrons.
• Voltage – The pressure
required to drive
current around a
circuit.
• Milliamps – 1000th of
an amp – amps are
flow of electrons
passing through fixed
point
3. A rectifier – changes the alternating current
form the mains supply to a direct current
A capacitator – smoothes any irregularities
within the constant stream of electrons
A transformer – reduces the voltage from
that mains supply
4. DESINCRUSTATION
Deep cleansing of
the skin
Prepares the skins
for iontophoresis
but can be used on
its own
IONTOPHORESIS
Used to penetrate
beneficial creams,
ampoules or
solutions into the
skin to suit the
clients needs.
5. The polarity of the
product used on
the skin to be
correct
The polarity setting
of the machine to
correspond with
the product
6. Lack of sensation in treatment area
Very sensitive skin
Recent sunburn
Bacterial, viral and fungal infections
Broken skin
Pregnancy
Epilepsy
Metal plates on the head area
Excessive fillings in the mouth
Heart conditions
Headache or migraine sufferers
High/low blood pressure
Highly nervous clients
Contact lenses should be removed
7. A metallic taste & tingly sensation may be
experienced in the mouth due to the current
be drawn towards metal fillings
Some clients may feel the current more than
others, this is normal. Do not be tempted to
turn the current up as to what is
recommended for the skin type as a galvanic
burn could occur.
Heat rash and irritation could occur, however
this is rare.
8. Relaxes the pores making extraction easier
Increases circulation bringing warmth,
nutrients & oxygen to the area
Has a softening and drying effect
Stimulates nerve endings
Exfoliates surface debris and dead skin cells
Stimulates secretions of the skin
Saponifiction occurs, emulsifying the sebum
so aiding removal
Deep cleanses the skin
Breaks down the acid mantle
9. Saponification is a reaction that turns oil into
soap.
In order to turn that oil into a soap we need to
add a strong alkali to it. This alkali comes in the
form of Sodium Hydroxide.
Sodium hydroxide is created when the galvanic
current mixes with the salts and water in the
skin – the chemical components change from salt
& water into sodium hydroxide
The sodium hydroxide created mixes with the oil
in the pores turning it to soap (saponification)
therefore deep cleansing the skin
10. Dry/sensitive skin = 0.15 milliamps = 5 mins
Normal/combination – 0.20 milliamps = 7 min
Oily/problem = 0.25 milliamps = 10 mins
11. Improves skin texture
Firms the tissues
Calms redness reduces circulation
Has an astringent action on the pores so helps to
tighten them
Rebuilds acid mantle
Soothes nerve endings
Creates warmth
Uses the + pole rollers as the active electrode
Drives the active creams/gels used into the skin by
ionisation
Different creams/gels for different skin types
Creams/gels contain special ingredients to detoxyfy
and decongest the skin
12. Make sure client is wearing no jewellery on
the hand holding the bar
Check porduct polarity required for
desincrustation (usually negative) – rollers
and creams must be the same polarity (likes
repel)
Only turn on and increase the current when
the rollers are in contact with the skin
Remove one roller, turn the current down
and off, then remove the other roller
Check polarity required for iontophoresis
13. Avoid touching the face
Avoid application of base make-up for 24
hours
Use suitable skin care products for home use
Drink plenty of water to hydrate the skin
Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables to
encourage healthy skin