Master Hydrafacial Techniques: Expert Training Courses for Skincare Professionals

As an esthetician, providing a non-invasive treatment that leaves your clients glowing in 30 minutes or less sounds like a dream, right?

Hydrafacials are highly profitable and in high demand, leaving clients satisfied. Fortunately, it is a procedure that can be easily mastered through an expert training course. 

If you want to learn more about Hydrafacials, the components of Hydrafacial training, and how to use your knowledge to serve your clients, this article is for you. 

Table of Contents

• How Hydrafacials Are Performed: 4 Easy Steps to an Exemplary Hydrafacial
• What Benefits Do Hydrafacials Provide Clients?
• 7 Key Components Covered During Hydrafacial Training Courses
• Are Hydrafacial Certifications Worth It for Estheticians? 
• Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics Has Trained Instructors Ready To Certify You as a Hydrafacial Professional

A Hydrafacial, also called hydra-dermabrasion, is a non-invasive, professional skin care treatment designed to provide glowing skin by:

1. Cleansing
2. Exfoliating
3. Extracting
4. Hydrating

It is typically performed on facial skin but can also be a part of your full-body skin care regimen.

#1: Cleanse and Exfoliate

The Hydrafacial process starts by removing dead skin and dirt from the face with a specialized tip. This may help:

• Make skin look brighter
• Increase collagen production
• Unveil a new layer of skin

Removing dead skin and dirt also ensures that bacteria don’t cause skin problems like acne. 

#2: Acid Peel

Although cleansing and exfoliating removes dirt from pores, adding the optional step of an acid peel can take it further. 

The non-irritating acid peel is comprised of glycolic and salicylic acids, which help unclog pores and support the new skin. 

#3: Extraction

A suction-like tip painlessly and efficiently removes built-up dirt and impurities from under the skin, including: 

• Blackheads
• Whiteheads
• Sebum 

Extraction also allows pores to open, which benefits the final step of the Hydrafacial. 

#4: Hydration 

After the skin is cleansed and extracted, a serum is added that soothes and hydrates. This serum usually includes:

• Hyaluronic acid
• Peptides
• Antioxidants

When placed on freshly cleansed skin, serums are quickly absorbed into the opened pores, giving the clean, glowy look clients love.

There are countless benefits for your Hydrafacial clients, including:

• Improving skin appearance 
• Safe for all skin types
• Treating a variety of skin conditions, such as:
  
  • Acne
  • Pore size reduction
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Skin color discoloration
  • Oily skin
  • Dry skin

At Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics, we take the time to train our estheticians about the benefits of Hyrdafacials so they can confidently provide the highest quality services to their clients. 

If you’re looking for training that includes knowledge, safety, and hands-on experience, contact Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics today. 

When you are considering a Hydrafacial training course, look for the following features:

• Comprehensive curriculum
• Hands-on training
• Continued support 
• Networking

At Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics, we offer comprehensive courses. Certification in multiple services will allow you to diversify and succeed as an esthetician, and help set you apart. 

#1: Relevant Skin Anatomy and Physiology

While Hydrafacials are typically performed on the face, they can be performed on any part of the body. Proper skin anatomy and physiology knowledge is essential to providing quality procedures.

For example, understanding the different layers of the skin (epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis) allows you to choose the right suction power and serums to ensure the utmost effectiveness, as well as client safety and comfort. 

#2: Treatment Techniques

Hydrafacials offer a variety of treatment techniques to target numerous skincare concerns. These techniques are customized by using different tips on the treatment wand. Besides the general cleaning, exfoliating, and hydration tips, techniques include:

• Hydropeel^® Tip, Purple Aggression: For enhanced, aggressive exfoliation 
• Hydropeel^® Tip, Orange Aggression: For aggressive exfoliation
• Hydropeel^® Tip, Blue Body: For exfoliation
• Hydropeel^™ Tip, Teal: For extraction
• Hydropeel^® Tip, Blue: For exfoliation
• Wet Diamond^™ Abrasion Kit: For enhanced, aggressive exfoliation

#3: Customization and Personalization

Our Hydrafacial course will teach you how to customize Hydrafacials to treat many skin conditions. During your client’s evaluation, you can personalize their treatment plan to meet their needs as you gather information about their:

• Health and treatment history
• Allergies
• Sensitivities
• Skincare goals

#4: Pre-Treatment and Post-Treatment Care

An essential part of training is learning how to prepare clients for treatment and adequately caring for treatment areas post-procedure. 

Before a Hydrafacial, your clients should avoid:

• Sun exposure
• Exfoliants
• Chemical peels
• Tretinoin products, including Retin-A
• Botox

After a Hydrafacial, advise clients to:

• Avoid exfoliation for about 48 hours
• Avoid heat and sweating for 24 hours
• Not use Retin-A for 48 hours 
• Avoid sun exposure for 72 hours
• Use SPF after treatment

This education can help your clients have confidence in your skills and build a strong relationship for future procedures. 

#5: Health, Safety, and Hygiene Standards

Any aesthetic procedure requires proper sanitation and safety. In Hydrafacial training, you will learn about:

• Sanitation
• Cleanliness
• State and local hygiene requirements
• Skin disorders, diseases, and infections
• Possible interactions with the products

#6: Keravive Scalp Hydrafacials

A Keravive Scalp Hydrafacial can be a great add-on to your services. This treatment uses a patented suction technology on the scalp to boost hair growth and improve scalp health. 

Unlike some other programs, Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics offers Keravive Scalp Hydrafacials as part of our standard training curriculum. 

#7: Client Communication and Marketing

You can provide a great Hydrafacial, but if your clients feel uncomfortable, they may not return. At Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics, we teach you how to provide a memorable client experience by:

• Putting your clients at ease
• Confidentially sharing your expertise
• Providing a clean working environment

Additionally, our program certifies you to perform numerous other procedures. Advertising these additional services to your Hydrafacial clients can help you build long-term clients. 

Absolutely! 

Hydrafacial procedures are becoming more popular because they offer quick, painless, and effective results. They’re also more cost-effective than advanced, invasive skincare procedures. As a professional, adding Hydrafacials to your certifications benefits your business.

Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics offers Hydrafacial training certification as part of our entry-level Standard Aesthetics Program, which also includes: 

• Skincare Consultation & Analysis
• Brow & Body Waxing
• Oxygeneo Oxygen Facial-Glo2
• High Frequency
• Microcurrent
• Ultrasonic Skin Spatula
• Chemical & Enzyme Exfoliation (Certificate)
• Dermaplaning (Certificate)
• Lash Lifting & Tinting (Certificate)
• Diamond Tip Microdermabrasion
• Professional Makeup Application
• Body Wraps
• Sugaring (Certificate) 

If your interest is solely in facials, we offer various facial training options. 

Whether you want to add to your course repertoire or renew your license, contact Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics today for more information about our course offerings and start advancing your career!