Professional Skin Care
Exfoliation is a key step in any skincare routine, and when done correctly it can really improve your clients’ skin. At Eminence Organic Skin Care, we’re proud to introduce the Superfood Enzyme Collection — three professional exfoliants made to gently refresh and renew the skin. These enzyme-based treatments work well for all skin types, offering a natural way to reveal a brighter, more radiant complexion. Whether clients want to reduce signs of aging, treat dryness, control oil, or even out skin tone, our enzyme exfoliants provide a soothing, low-irritation option with visible results.
What Is Enzymatic Exfoliation?
As a spa professional, you know how transformative the right exfoliation can be. Enzymes are natural proteins from fruits like pineapple and cherry that help loosen the bonds (keratin) holding dead skin cells on the surface. This makes the skin look smoother, brighter, and more even, and is especially good for sensitive or reactive skin.
For professionals, enzymatic exfoliation’s main benefit is its gentle effectiveness across many concerns. Whether clients are dealing with aging, dryness, excess oil, or uneven tone, enzyme exfoliants can be tailored to their needs.
How enzymes differ from acids: acids break down skin cells and the bonds between them, removing dead cells from the surface and encouraging deeper renewal. Enzymes focus on breaking the bonds between dead surface cells (keratin), allowing them to slough off gently without affecting deeper layers.
Overview of differences:
Acids
– Penetrate deeper than enzymes.
– Dissolve bonds holding dead cells together and can reach deeper layers.
– Promote cellular turnover and renewal.
Enzymes
– Target surface bonds between dead skin cells (corneocytes) to break them down gently.
– Work on surface proteins only, leaving deeper layers untouched to avoid irritation.
– Suit all skin types, especially sensitive skin.
Benefits Of Exfoliation: 3 Enzyme Exfoliants
The Superfood Enzyme Collection uses plant-based enzymes and tropical fruits to address aging, uneven tone, and dullness. The back-bar formulas include Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant, Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant, and Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant. These three products deliver strong yet gentle exfoliation and are each made for specific concerns, while sharing two main benefits:
– No neutralization or activation needed: Easy to use and time-saving, ideal for back-bar treatments.
– Non-irritating: Safe for sensitive skin and requires no downtime.
The collection also includes Barbados Cherry Enzyme Cleansing Powder and Mango Exfoliating Enzyme Masque, available for both professional use and home care. Below are details on each exfoliant and how they help clients.
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Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant
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Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant
This enzyme exfoliant contains pineapple extract to gently exfoliate while adding moisture. Its creamy texture works well for all skin types, especially normal to dry. It smooths and hydrates dull skin, helping brighten the complexion and even skin tone over time.
Intended For: All skin types, especially normal to dry.
Primary Concerns: Dehydration, dullness.
Key Benefits: Smooths and hydrates skin for a brighter, firmer-looking complexion.
Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant
Formulated with amla berry extract, this exfoliant helps refine skin texture, reduce excess oil, and minimize the look of large pores. Its light texture is ideal for oily to combination skin. Regular use can reduce shine and help pores appear smaller.
Intended For: All skin types, especially oily to combination.
Primary Concerns: Excess oil, large pores, dullness.
Key Benefits: Controls oil and helps reduce the appearance of pores for a clearer, more balanced look.
Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant
This exfoliant uses Barbados cherry extract, an antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps revitalize the skin. It gives a warming sensation that enhances the treatment and leaves skin looking refreshed and youthful. Suitable for all skin types, it’s especially helpful for aging or dull skin and can help skin appear plumper and firmer with regular use.
Intended For: All skin types.
Primary Concerns: Signs of aging, dullness.
Key Benefits: Helps plump and tighten the appearance of skin for a more youthful, refreshed look.
Yam & Pumpkin Pro Enzyme Peel 20%
This peel blends yam and pumpkin extracts, full of vitamins and enzymes that speed up exfoliation. It gently removes dead cells and helps reduce the look of wrinkles and fine lines. The natural enzymes leave skin looking firmer and more radiant, making it a good choice for aging concerns.
Intended For: All skin types, especially those concerned with aging.
Primary Concerns: Signs of aging, fine lines.
Key Benefits: Smooths and firms skin, reducing the appearance of dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Arctic Berry Enzyme Exfoliant
This exfoliant features a blend of Arctic plants and berries like cloudberry, roseroot, meadowsweet, and juniper. These antioxidants gently exfoliate and help prevent visible aging. Lingonberry seed oil adds vitamins, minerals, and omega-3s to restore moisture and elasticity. The Arctic Berry Enzyme Exfoliant refreshes and revitalizes the skin, preparing it for further treatments.
Intended For: All skin types, especially those with aging or uneven texture concerns.
Primary Concerns: Aging signs, uneven texture, dryness.
Key Benefits: Gently exfoliates, improves texture and clarity, boosts hydration, and reduces visible signs of aging.
How Do I Choose The Right Exfoliant For Clients?
Skin Type & Concern
Match the exfoliant to the client’s skin type and main concern. For example, choose amla berry for oily, breakout-prone skin, or Barbados Cherry for signs of aging.
Texture
Think about texture preferences. Some clients like the creamy feel of the Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant, while others may prefer the lighter Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant.
Sensation
Clients may feel different sensations during exfoliation. Explain what to expect and pick the product that gives the most comfortable experience while still delivering results.
Choosing By Enzyme Type & Skin Concern
Knowing the benefits of each product helps you match the enzyme type to specific concerns. Below are recommendations by concern.
For Wrinkles & Fine Lines
Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant
Primary Enzyme: Protease
Ideal For: All skin types, especially aging concerns.
Benefits: Protease enzymes gently remove dead skin cells to help plump and tighten skin, reducing the look of fine lines and dullness for a more youthful appearance.
Other Ingredients: Barbados cherry adds vitamin C and antioxidants to brighten and protect the skin.
For Excess Oil & Large Pores
Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant
Primary Enzyme: Lipase
Ideal For: Oily to combination skin.
Benefits: Lipase helps break down surface oils, making it useful for oily or combination skin. Amla berry’s antioxidants help control oil and reduce the look of large pores, leaving skin clearer and more balanced.
For Dull Skin
Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant
Primary Enzyme: Protease
Ideal For: All skin types, especially those worried about aging.
Benefits: Protease enzymes gently break down dead cells to plump and tighten skin. This exfoliant helps reduce fine lines and dullness for a refreshed, youthful look.
Other Ingredients: Barbados cherry, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, brightens and protects the skin.
Choosing By Exfoliation Sensation
Managing client expectations about how exfoliation feels is important. Enzyme exfoliants are usually gentle, but reactions vary by skin condition and sensitivity. Eminence Organics enzyme exfoliants are designed for gentleness, though sensations can differ.
What to consider:
Slight to Mild Sensation
Most clients feel a mild tingling or warming, especially if they have sensitive skin or are new to enzyme exfoliants. This is normal as enzymes work on the surface.
Medium to Strong Sensation
If the skin barrier is compromised — from recent sun exposure, inflammation, or other issues — the sensation may be stronger. Always assess the skin before applying and adjust the treatment as needed.
Factors Influencing Sensation
– Skin Barrier Health: A weakened barrier (as with eczema or rosacea) can increase sensitivity.
– Lipid Levels: Low skin lipids can make clients more sensitive, common in dry or dehydrated skin.
– Allergens and Inflammation: Underlying inflammation or allergens can increase reactions. Review skincare history and patch test when needed.
How To Set Client Expectations
Before treatment, explain what the client might feel. Let them know a mild tingling is normal and a sign the product is working. Tell them to speak up if it becomes uncomfortable so you can adjust the treatment.
Professional Mixology: Customizing Exfoliation Treatments
Customizing treatments is a key skill for spa professionals. Eminence Organics enzyme exfoliants are made with organic ingredients and are compatible for mixing, giving you flexibility without raising the risk of irritation.
Ways to customize:
Mixing for Multiple Concerns
Combine exfoliants to address more than one concern. For example, mix Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant with Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant for both brightening and firming benefits.
Combining for Texture and Experience
Adjust texture by blending exfoliants to match client preferences. If a client wants a richer feel, mix Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant with a little Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant.
Layering for Intensity
For clients who can tolerate stronger treatments, layer two enzyme exfoliants. Start with a formula like Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant for oil control, then follow with Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant for brightening and tightening. This can boost results while staying gentle.
Application Tips
– Patch Testing: Always patch test when mixing exfoliants to check for reactions.
– Timing: When layering, let the first product work for a few minutes before applying the second to prevent over-exfoliation.
– Client Communication: Explain the benefits of the custom blend to build trust and improve the treatment experience.
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