Phantom Facial: A New Hollywood Beauty Trend
This new facial beauty trend features a futuristic appearing LED-light therapy facemask. You might think this is something straight off the set of a new Star Wars movie but, although the use of the “phantom mask” might be relatively new, the technology is not.
Red light therapy has been around for quite sometime and has been proven to provide therapeutic results. This technology was first developed by NASA in the 1990s to help grow plants in space. It was purely by accident that scientists discovered that when astronaut’s wounds were exposed to the red LED lights, their wounds healed faster. Accidental discoveries like this are actually quite common in the field of aesthetics. Many cosmetic treatments are discovered “by accident”. One significant example of this is the cosmetic application of Botox.
In 1987 two Vancouver doctors, Jean and Alastair Carruthers accidentally discovered cosmetic properties in a medication normally used by Ophthalmologists. Dr. Jean Carruthers was an eye doctor who treated blepharospasm, an uncontrollable blinking and spasming of the eye and surrounding area. Blepharospasm was treated with a dilute solution of botulinum toxin, which when injected into the skin it relaxed the spasming muscles. One day, one of Jean’s patients became upset with her when she wouldn’t inject their forehead (as she had done in the past), when questioned why the patient was upset, the patient responded, “Because when you inject my forehead, my wrinkles go away.” This simple statement revolutionized what we now call “The Non-Surgical Aesthetic Industry” and this accidental discovery changed the face of beauty.
If LED light technology is not new, then why is this therapy getting so much attention now? It all started with Jessica Alba posting a selfie wearing one of these futuristic “phantom masks” on Instagram. Since that posting, other celebrities are following suit including Kourtney Kardashian, Kate Hudson and Katy Perry. As we all know, when something catches the attention of Hollywood celebrities, the whole world becomes interested too. Everyone wants to know what the newest “celebrity beauty secret is.” Well, it seems like” The Phantom Facial” may be just that.
The LED-light therapy mask used during “The Phantom Facial” utilizes multiple wavelengths and colors to target a variety of skin conditions including skin laxity, age spots, sun damage, acne and poor circulation.
The LED lights stimulate something called fibroblasts, which produce collagen, while at the same time they slow down the production of enzymes that break down collagen that make skin lose its elasticity. LED lights also speed up cellular turnover which causes the skin to regenerate and heal faster thus creating a fresher appearing complexion. Research has shown that skin cells that are exposed to LED lights regenerate 150-200% faster than those not stimulated by LED-light therapy.
A series of 4-6 treatments is required for optimal results or if you are looking for an instant “pick-me-up or glow” for a special occasion, “The Phantom Facial” may be just the treatment option for you.
Red Lights Target:
Wrinkle Reduction
Collagen Stimulation
Skin Tightening
Pigmentation
Promotes Healing
Decreases downtime associated with invasive procedures such at Micro-Needling
Reduces Inflammation
Increased Blood Circulation
Rejuvenates Skin
Blue Lights Target:
Treats mild to moderate acne
Cystic Acne Therapy
Kills Bacteria (Especially the kind that causes acne breakouts)
Stimulated Skin Cell Repair
Helps Regulate the Natural Production of Oil in the Skin
The Phantom Facial Treatment Includes:
Deep Cleanse
Exfoliation
Extractions
Collagen Boosting Hydrogel Treatment Mask
LED-Light Therapy Mask Session
Total treatment time is approximately one hour.