Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What should I do after cavitation treatment to achieve the best results?
Q: How long is each treatment?
Q: Is there a recovery period?
Q: Are there any risks associated with this treatment?
Q: How many treatments will I need?
Q: Any different result for different people?
Q: Why do you advise women patients to not take Ultrasonic RF treatment during menstruation?
Q: What are the contraindications?
Q:What is a facial? Why do I need one?
Preparing for a facial
Allow enough time to fill out a comprehensive intake prior to your treatment. Plan to arrive a little early so you will not feel rushed and can enjoy the entire length of your treatment. Remember that your hair may become damp during the facial, and will usually be held back from your face with a soft wrap or headband, so you may not want to schedule a public appearance right after your facial! There is no need to remove your makeup prior to the appointment, as it will be cleansed off during the facial.
Q:What to expect
Facials are generally very relaxing and soothing. Curvetone representative will explain to you what the treatment steps will be. Be sure to communicate with your aesthetician during the facial if any product burns, itches, or if you need anything or have any questions. Otherwise, just lie back and enjoy the experience. A basic facial generally includes the following steps:
Q: After the facial
Q: What about home care?
Q: What causes acne? How can skin care treatments help?
Q: What should I expect from my acne treatment?
Q: How should I prepare for the treatment?
Q: What to expect
Q: Payments
- Drink at least 2 litres of water for up to 3 days after treatment.
- Refrain from any alcohol consumption for 2 – 3 days following your treatments. Alcohol can prevent your liver from working to remove fats as it will make alcohol metabolism its priority before fat removal and could hinder your results. Alcohol is treated like sugar and your body will convert it into fat.
- No tanning during your treatment program. If you must tan, please do not do so for at least three days prior to your Ultrasound & RF sessions. Tanning may cause you to become overly sensitive to the Ultrasound and RF frequencies. If this is the case, your treatment may have to be rescheduled.
- Keep your skin hydrated and moisturized
Q: How long is each treatment?
- A: Treatments can range from 20 to 45 minutes depending on the body area treated.
Q: Is there a recovery period?
- A: No down time is required after treatment. Patients can return to work or other activities immediately. In rare cases, mild discomfort or some swelling occurs.
Q: Are there any risks associated with this treatment?
- A: This therapy is non-invasive, there are few real risks associated with it as long as there are no contraindications. Occasionally patients may experience some discomfort or swelling, which is easily managed.
Q: How many treatments will I need?
- A: Patients can see results after the first treatment. However most patients produce the ultimate results after 6 to 12 treatments. This depends on body mass and size, age, hormonal balance, medications and your desired goals. During your consultation, we will suggest the appropriate number of treatments you will need for optimal results. Maintenance treatments are also recommended.
Q: Any different result for different people?
- A: Yes, generally speaking, oily skin will have better results than dry skin. Dry skin has less water molecules for the ultrasound and radio frequency waves to work with, it is less elastic and more fragile, so keeping the skin moisture and hydrated is advised before treatment.
Q: Why do you advise women patients to not take Ultrasonic RF treatment during menstruation?
- A: During menstruation your body may be more sensitive to the treatment.
Q: What are the contraindications?
- Individuals with acute or contagious disease or skin conditions, wounds or sores.
- Autoimmune diseases, HIV or AIDS.
- A history of cancer, kidney failure, liver failure or fatty liver.
- Heart disease, implant devices such as pacemakers or electrical prosthesis
- Individuals with epilepsy or MS.
- Pregnancy and breast feeding.
- Anyone who has had a surgical procedure in the target area within the past 6 months
- During menstruation.
- Thyroid disease and other hormonal disorders.
- High blood pressure or circulation problems.
- Cancer.
- Asthma.
- Deep vein thrombosis, varicose veins, epilepsy.
- Haemorrhagic disease, trauma, vascular ruptures.
- Intrauterine device avoid abdomen.
- Treatment with anti-inflammatories, anticoagulants, antibiotics.
Q:What is a facial? Why do I need one?
- A facial is a professional cleansing, purifying, and beautifying treatment of the skin on the face and neck. Facials are the number one treatment performed by aestheticians, and a good way for your therapist to get a good understanding of your skin prior to suggesting more aggressive treatments.
- For most people, facials can be scheduled every four weeks, although your therapist may recommend a different schedule. There are many variations of facials based on different needs, as well as different lengths of time. A mini facial may be only 20–30 minutes in length, while a more luxurious version may be 75–90 minutes in length. Tell your Curvetone Representative exactly what you want to get out of your facial, and she/he will be able to recommend a facial to meet your needs.
Preparing for a facial
Allow enough time to fill out a comprehensive intake prior to your treatment. Plan to arrive a little early so you will not feel rushed and can enjoy the entire length of your treatment. Remember that your hair may become damp during the facial, and will usually be held back from your face with a soft wrap or headband, so you may not want to schedule a public appearance right after your facial! There is no need to remove your makeup prior to the appointment, as it will be cleansed off during the facial.
Q:What to expect
Facials are generally very relaxing and soothing. Curvetone representative will explain to you what the treatment steps will be. Be sure to communicate with your aesthetician during the facial if any product burns, itches, or if you need anything or have any questions. Otherwise, just lie back and enjoy the experience. A basic facial generally includes the following steps:
- Makeup removal and cleansing of the skin.
- Skin analysis.
- Exfoliation.
- Massage of the face and neck, to aid in relaxation and stimulate blood and oxygen flow to the skin.
- Extraction of blackheads and other impurities, either manually (using gloved hands and cotton or tissue around the fingers with gentle pressure to remove the impacted pore) or using a metal extraction implement designed to clear blocked pores. This can also include the use of a lancet (a small, sharp blade to lift the dead cells of the skin prior to extraction).
- Application of products targeted to your skin type (dry, oily, mixed, sensitive, or mature).
Q: After the facial
- After facial, your skin will probably be soft, smooth and well hydrated. However, if multiple extractions were needed or if you required a fair amount of exfoliation, your face may be somewhat rosy for one to two hours or more, depending on how sensitive your skin is. This is quite normal. You can apply mineral makeup after your facial if there is some redness you want to conceal.
Q: What about home care?
- Curvetone representative will go over which professional home care products for you to continue the improvement in your skin following your professional treatment. This way, you will be using products that maximize benefits and prolong the effects of your treatment. Your therapist can explain how, when and how much of the products to use. Feel free to call the therapist later, if you have any questions.
Q: What causes acne? How can skin care treatments help?
- Acne is the most common skin disorder, and 85% of people will experience it sometime in their lifetime. While commonly thought to be an adolescent problem, it can appear at any age, most often on the face, back, and chest.
- The causes of acne are complex, but usually involve the overproduction of oil, the blockage of follicles that release the oil, and the growth of bacteria in those follicles. This can be triggered by many things, including a change in medications or a change in hormone levels caused by stress or other factors. It’s important to treat acne early to avoid scarring.
- There are 4 grades of acne. Grade 1 is the mildest form, with open and closed whiteheads and blackheads. Grades 2 and 3 include papules and pustules as well. Grade 4 is the most advanced form, with all the above plus the appearance of cysts or nodules beneath the skin surface, that can be dime size or larger and often require medical attention to treat. Acne is not only painful but can be very emotionally and psychologically challenging as well.
Q: What should I expect from my acne treatment?
- You should expect regularly scheduled treatments. Your treatment program may begin with anti-acne facial. This may include deep cleansing and extractions (clearing blocked pores), special exfoliation that will not increase inflammation or spread bacteria, a balancing/calming mask, anti-bacterial and balancing products, or some combination of these. The goal is to deeply cleanse follicles and disinfect them, clearing away oil, bacteria, and dead skin cells.
- Curvetone representative may also recommend a series of chemical peels. Once the active acne is cleared, microdermabrasion will assist in minimizing the appearance of scarring and diminishing residual darkening of the skin (hyperpigmentation).
- What are Anti-Aging treatments?
- Thanks to the wonders of science, and innovation by skin care professionals, you can choose from a wide range of anti-aging treatments. You need not have wrinkles or discoloration to actively participate in an anti-aging regime—many smart consumers begin caring for and protecting their skin at a young age.
- Consumers today are opting for minimally invasive procedures to avoid downtime and the unmistakable appearance of having had surgery. People may notice after treatments with your skin care professional you simply seem healthier, happier, less tired, and more confident.
- Some anti-aging treatments your skin care professional may be able to provide are a wide variety of facials, microdermabrasion, chemical exfoliation, galvanic treatment, and phototherapy (exposure to light-emitting diodes or intense pulsed light). He or she may be trained in a host of other treatments that, while not strictly anti-aging, go a long way toward making you feel more attractive, such as hair removal, makeup application, and sunless tanning.
- Who can benefit from Anti-Aging treatments?
- Anyone who is smart enough to use sunscreen is already participating in an anti-aging regimen, and there is so much more you can do. Treatment recommendations will vary according to skin type and condition, chronological age and skin maturity, level of sun damage (everyone has some), and the goals you have for your skin. Curvetone Representative can outline your options and make recommendations.
Q: How should I prepare for the treatment?
- Be ready to fill out a medical questionnaire and describe what medications and skin care products you are using. Your therapist will do an analysis of your skin, look for any interactions between products and medications, and devise a treatment plan that’s suitable for your skin type and condition. If possible, come to your appointment without anything on your skin; otherwise your skin care professional will cleanse your skin. Start your care when you are ready to commit to a series of treatments and a home care regimen.
Q: What to expect
- Results of your treatment may be obvious right away or may take some time to achieve. This depends entirely on your program and the methods used. Your skin care professional should be able to outline realistic goals for you. In some cases, skin is in poor condition and needs to be strengthened and conditioned before anti-aging treatments can be performed. If you are suffering from acne, dermatitis, or rosacea, you may have to set your anti-aging goals aside until you’ve cleared those symptoms. The good news is you may gain younger-looking skin as a side benefit of clearing and treating these conditions.
Q: Payments
- We currently do not have a card machine; however it’s in the process and will update as soon as it arrives.
- Option 1: Cash payment
- Option 2: EFT payment before session.
- Option 3: Card services – ON HOLD - Awaiting CARD machine.