DMK ALPHA Reference Manual

DMK ALPHA Reference Manual DMK ALPHA Reference Manual INTRODUCTION 4 TOTAL CLEANSER 5 ULTRA GENTLE CLEANSER 6 MICRO PEEL 7 ACU MASQUE 8 HYDRATING MASQUE 10 AHA TONIQUE 12 SOOTHING TONIQUE 13 SOLAR DAMAGE GEL 14 CONDITIONING CRÈME 17 DERMA CRÈME 19 VEGGIE VITA MASSAGE OIL 21 TREATMENT OPTIONS 22 GLOSSARY 24 4 INTRODUCTION As a leader in the beauty industry for the last 40 years, Dr Danne Montague King’s success has been due to a combination of intelligent insights, accurate information, and converted knowledge through expert analysis. Now we present the Danné basics range - DMK ALPHA. Alpha allows you to find the right answer to your needs and expectations. Whether you choose to benefit from our nonaggressive DMK ALPHA or choose to incorporate it with the DMK paramedical range to “enhance and compliment” making them even more efficient. With Danné, you: • Always analyse the skin and choose the appropriate treatment regime or home care to achieve maximum benefits and satisfaction for each individual client. • Always relate the function of a formulation to how it will benefit the diagnosed conditions and presenting problems. Learning to treat skin this way will put you in good stead to move into the Danné Montague- King? advanced treatments and formulations. Danné therapists are specialists in the field of skin revision, providing an unparallel level of expertise. DMK ALPHA is a good basic starting point giving you the therapist the ability to: • Make meaningful decisions. • Solve your clients’ problems. • Answer their questions. • Uncover opportunities to provide your clients with a good quality treatment range. • Introduce home use products that are easy to use and understand. • Establish confidence and a solid basis to make decisions and take action. DMK ALPHA provides a basic yet comprehensive range with instant improvements; there is always a product to meet every individuals needs. Designed for easy application, DMK ALPHA is simple to use and still utilizes effective phytotherapy. The DMK ALPHA reference manual, in keeping with the Danné philosophies, is a comprehensive tool to educate therapists on different formulations, their key characteristics and benefits, and their relevance for a range of skin conditions. For advanced Danné paramedical therapists and clinics, DMK ALPHA allows you to accelerate growth through diversification of your product range. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK TOTAL CLEANSER cleanser and makeup remover Designed to ensure purity of the skin. It effectively eliminates impurities, pollution and excess sebum, which block your pores. It leaves your skin thoroughly cleansed, fresh and invigorated. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Oily congested skin with pimples, blackheads and open pores. • Normal skin with no specific problem. • Suitable for both men and women • Male clients will really like this cleanser when it’s appropriate for their skin. Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium. Ammonium Lauryl Sulphate • A mild anionic surfactant derived from coconut. • Widely used as a mild cleansing agent. Ammonium Laureth Sulphate • A compound that breaks up and holds oil and soil so that it can be easily removed from the skin. Salicylic Acid • A mild Acid that occurs naturally in wintergreen leaves, sweet birch and selected plants. • Salicylic acid improves the appearance of the skin. • Has a micro-exfoliation action loosening and removing the top dead skin cells, opens and cleans out clogged pores. It is also anti-microbial. • Both safe and efficacious for treatment of acne. Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate • Surfactant fine skin cleanser. • Emulsifies to lift and remove dirt (allows oil and water to mix, reduces surface tension). Yucca Schidigera Extract • Yucca decreases bacterial absorption. • An organic extract. • Natural cleansing herb known to American Indians as “soap root”. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1. Apply a small amount to wet skin. 2. Massage lightly using a circular motion for several minutes 3. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. 6 ULTRA GENTLE CLEANSER silky smooth sensitive skin A mild water-soluble non-sensitizing cleanser. Its delicate cleansing action leaves your skin soft clean and smooth without drying. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Dry, sensitive skin • Normal or dehydrated skin • Suitable for both men and women Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the primary moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium. Carthamus Tinctorius(safflower) Seed Oil • A natural lipid that helps to soften the skin. • Rich in Vitamin A. • Antioxidant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • An emollient. • Helps to soften the skin and reduce irritation. • Known for its hydrating properties, it is 99.5% water. • Used medicinally for more than three thousand years. • Promotes healing, anti-inflammatory. Allantoin • A skin soothing agent that helps to heal wounds and skin ulcers and to stimulate the growth of healthy tissue. • Non-toxic, is an extract of the comfrey plant. • Healing, soothing, anti-irritating and anti-inflammatory properties. • Promotes healthy skin. Sodium PCA • Occurs naturally in human skin and is responsible for binding moisture to the cells. • Highly water absorbent, holding several times its weight in water making it an excellent humectant. TEA • PH Adjuster INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1. Apply a small amount to wet skin. 2. Massage lightly using a circular motion for several minutes 3. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK MICRO PEEL microscopic exfoliation The elimination of dead cells is essential, as dead cell material creates a less youthful, dull, rough, discoloured complexion and fine lines. Micro peel is a non-irritating exfoliant that effectively smooths and gently removes dead cells and debris from the surface of the skin. Micro Peel helps restores a fresh, soft, glowing appearance to the skin. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Suitable for all skins • Suitable for both male and female skins Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the primary moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium. Glycolic Acid • Helps remove dead surface skin cells with hydroscopic acid at a PH of 3.1. Lactic Acid • Derived from milk or molasses. Lactic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid with three carbons. • It helps diminish the cohesion of cells (assists in cell detachment from the lower layers of the stratum corneum). • Lactic Acid is believed to be the acid of choice since it doesn’t penetrate as deeply, so it is less irritating yet still gives great smoothing of the skin. • Used to refresh the skin, re-textures the skins surface and stimulate cell renewal. Citric Acid • Helps to bind lipids and fluids for increased dermal hydration. • A PH balancer. BHA • A preservative and antioxidant. Ascorbic Acid • A free radical scavenger.. • Suppresses melanogenesis. • Assists in wound healing and tissue repair. KEY BENEFITS • Removes dead cell and debris from the surface of the skin without irritating. • Improves the appearance of skin that is dull, has a coarse texture, fine lines and uneven skin tones. • Restores a fresh, smooth more youthful radiance back to the skin. • Refines the texture, whilst replenishing the skin’s natural acidity • A gentle non-abrasive clear liquid gel. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1. Apply a thin layer to cleansed skin. 2. After 3-5 minutes, rinse with cool water. PROFESSIONAL USE Recommended before the application of a masque, or when a deep cleanse is necessary. Apply a thin layer to cleansed skin, after 5 minutes remove with cool water. 8 ACU MASQUE clear bright complexion Acu masque is a diverse and versatile application, beneficial for problematic skins that can effectively eliminate blackheads. It clears ducts plugged by dead cells and sebum on the surface of the skin, and prevents pimple eruptions. Tightens pores, purifies, heals and soothes inflammation and irritation. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Acne, congestion, blackheads, open pores and oily dull sluggish skin. • Sensitive, reactive, hot red inflamed skin, Rosacea; seborrheic conditions eczema, psoriasis, and any dry crusty inflamed skin conditions. • Bacterial, fungal, microbial, problems. • Suitable for both men and women. Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium. Sulphur • Used to treat many skin disorders. • Topical sulphur is lethal to various strains of bacteria (which are the primary cause of acne), fungus and parasites. • Promotes softening and desquamation of hard, roughened or irregular surface skin. • Promotes and enhances healing. • Helpful in treating psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, acne and viral and fungal conditions. • Sulphur is a non-metallic element that occurs widely in nature. • Makes up 0.25 percent of the human body weight. • It is called natures “beauty mineral”, because it keeps the hair glossy and smooth and keeps the complexion clear and youthful. • Has an important relationship with protein. Is contained in the amino acids methionine, cystine and cysteine and is necessary for collagen synthesis. • It is also relevant in keratin, necessary for the health and maintenance of skin, nails and hair. • Sulphur plays a part in tissue respiration (the process whereby oxygen and other substances are used to build cells and release energy). Kaolin • Naturally occurring clay mineral that is inert and harmless. • Fine particles, soft and non-abrasive. • Good suspension characteristics. • Used in internal and external pharmaceutical compositions for many years. • Absorbs excess oil. • Calms and smooths skin leaving a fresh rebalanced soft complexion. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK Bentonite • Medicinal powdered clay recognised to absorb toxins. • Its highest power lies in its ability to absorb toxins, acting like a magnetic sponge pulling out impurities congestion and toxins without any harsh drying or stripping. • Very calming and softening on the skin. • Very unusual in that once hydrated the electrical and molecular components of the clay rapidly change and produce an electrical charge. • According to Verba Prima (a company based in Ashland Oregon) Bentonite clay minerals are negatively charged while toxins are positive, these are attracted like a magnet drawing metal shavings, according to the Canadian Journal of microbiology bentonite can absorb pathogenic viruses. Multifaceted healing abilities. Zinc Oxide • Used in rash medications and haemorrhoid preparations. • Treatment with topical zinc has been shown to reduce the duration and severity of herpes breakouts. This may be due to the effect of zinc on prostaglandins or to its direct antiviral activity. • Zinc functions relevant to tissue repair including stabilization of membranes antioxidant activity, collagen synthesis and inhibitors of mast cell release mediators in inflammation. • Encourages healing and tissue repair. • Strengthening. • Reduces inflammation and redness. • Clears, calms and heals rashes and irritated itchy skin conditions. • Reduces the severity and duration of outbreaks. KEY BENEFITS • Antibacterial, anti seborrheic, antiseptic and antiviral • Desquamation of hard rough skin surfaces, leaving skin smooth, soft and supple • Detoxifying, decongesting and purifying. Astringent on enlarged pores. Reduces excess oiliness • Cooling and calming where any redness, irritation, heat inflammation or rash type conditions are present. • Hydrates, restoring optimal amounts of water to rebalance and restore healthy supple skin • Strengthening antioxidant properties to fight against the harmful effects of free radicals. Promotes increased healing and improves skin health INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1. After cleansing skin, apply a generous coat of Acu Masque to entire area being treated. 2. Allow to dry for 20 minutes 3. Rinse thoroughly with water. 4. To finish apply appropriate DMK ALPHA crème. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE Cleanse, exfoliate or appropriate skin preparation, then apply a generous amount of Acu masque to area being treated. Acu masque can be full face or just problematic areas, leave for 10 to 20 mins remove, apply DMK tonique then massage or apply finishing crème. 10 HYDRATING MASQUE bounce back Restoring your skin to optimal health Provides supreme hydration by restoring vital moisture. Research shows that skins with transepidermal water loss are prone to inflammation, irritation and sensitivity. By restoring optimal amounts of water back into the skin we prevent and eliminate these problems and encourage a healthier, calmer, stronger, firmer more youthful skin. With this unique masque and ingredient blend we are also re-establishing cellular functioning and preventing premature aging fine lines and wrinkles. It enhances healing, and has powerful antioxidants to retard cellular aging. Retinol stimulates cell renewal and collagen production. Hydrating masque not only supremely hydrates and nourishes the skin; it also establishes the barriers to prevent further dehydration. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Dehydrated dry skin • Aging, wrinkles, fine lines, sun damaged skin • Inflamed, red, itchy, irritated skin. Eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, rosacea • Normal skin maintenance • Suitable for male and female skins Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium. Panthenol • Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. • Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth skin. • A biologically active substance known for its revitalising and conditioning effects. • Has humectant like properties that promotes moisture absorption. • Nutrient cell proliferant. Well known for its ability to soothe the skin. Allantoin • Non-toxic, it is an extract of the comfrey plant. • Healing, soothing, anti-irritating and anti-inflammatory properties. • Promotes healthy skin. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract • The flowers are the medicinal portions, clinically proven to be calming, soothing, anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant and antiseptic. • Good for dry, red, sensitive, itchiness, eczema, and dermatitis. Dermatitis is actually an umbrella term meaning “inflamed skin“. • Reputed to bring down swelling and pain in the skin and mucus membranes. Sodium PCA • Occurs naturally in human skin and is responsible for binding moisture to the cell. Hyaluronic Acid • Super moisturiser, a potent humectant. • A viscous mucopolysaccharide used to help hydrate the skin. • One of the natural agents found in skin responsible for retaining moisture. • Levels in the skin decrease with age. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK • Holds many times more moisture than even collagen molecules. • Binds and retains essential moisture in the skin layers, reducing fine lines and plumps the skin. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Hydrates the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient. • Retards cellular aging due to oxidation, aids in bringing nourishment to cells. • Keeps skin healthy and youthful by slowing the aging of cells. Retinol • Natural non-toxic Vitamin A derivative. • Helps loosen and exfoliate dead cell material. • Is necessary for normal cell growth and development. • Helps maintain smooth disease free skin. • Stimulates cell renewal. • Plumps fine lines and moisturizes dry skin. • Promotes cell renewal, reduces wrinkles and stimulates collagen production. • Antioxidant protecting against the damaging effects of free radicals. Azulene • An anti-inflammatory and soothing ingredient KEY BENEFITS • Restores hydration and vitality • Prevents skin dehydration • Retards and prevents premature aging • Eliminates wrinkles and fine lines • Fights against the damaging effects of free radicals • Restores interstitial liquid of the epidermis, plumping the skin giving it back that youthful bounce, leaving a firmer more replenished looking tissue • Soothes and calms, reduces inflammation and irritation and restores balance to eliminate sensitivity • Promotes healing and skin health INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1. After cleansing skin apply a generous coat of hydrating masque to entire area being treated. 2. Allow to dry for 20 minutes 3. Rinse thoroughly with water. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE 1. Cleanse, exfoliate or appropriate skin preparation. 2. Apply a generous amount of Hydrating masque to area being treated. Hydrating masque can be full face or just areas; this is an excellent masque for around the eye area. 3. Leave for 10 to 20 mins, 4. Remove with damp towels, apply DMK tonique, then massage or finishing crème. 12 AHA TONIQUE refresh up AHA Tonique will help remove dead cell material, residue debris and excess sebum. Skin will feel smooth soft clean and fresh, moist but not oily. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Oily or combination skin • Suitable for both men and women Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium. Salicylic Acid • A mild acid that occurs naturally in wintergreen leaves, sweet birch. • Salicylic acid improves the appearance of the skin. Has a micro-exfoliation action loosening and removing the top dead skin cells, opens and cleans out clogged pores. • Its anti-microbial action helps to fight against any infection or bacteria keeping skin purified, clean and clear. • Both safe and efficacious for treatment of acne. Allantoin • Non-toxic is an extract of the comfrey plant. • Healing, soothing, anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory properties. Anthemis 花粉囊 Nobilis nobilite 针碲矿 Flower Extract • The flowers are the medicinal portion clinically proven for calming, soothing, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant. • Good for dry, red, sensitive skin, itchiness, eczema, and dermatitis. • This ingredient is reputed to bring down swelling and pain in the skin and mucus membranes. Lactic Acid 乳酸• Derived from milk or molasses 来自乳或糖蜜. • Lactic Acid is believed by many researchers to be the acid of choice since it doesn’t penetrate, as deeply, so it is less irritating yet still gives great smoothing of the skin. • Used to refresh the skin, retextures the skins surface and stimulate cell renewal. Witch Hazel • Soothing, relieves the pain of irritated inflamed conditions. • Astringent, causes skin tissue to tighten. Ascorbic Acid • Vitamin C. • A natural preservative and anti-oxidant. KEY BENEFITS • A very mild tonique that loosens and removes dead cell material debris & sebum. • It is non-drying and will not strip or irritate. • Astringent - helping to refine the appearance of open pores. • Soothes, calms, reduces inflammation, redness and any signs of irritation. . INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE After cleansing or masque removal, apply with a cotton ball. Be sure to avoid the eye area. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK SOOTHING TONIQUE calm your condition A refreshing alcohol free tonique made with Aloe Vera and Vitamins, a skin comforter. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Normal, Dry or Sensitive • Suitable for both men and women Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • An emollient. • Helps to soften the skin reduce irritation. • Known for its hydrating properties, it is 99.5% water. • Promotes healing anti-inflammatory Allantoin • Non-toxic is an extract of the comfrey plant. • Healing, soothing, anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory properties. • Promotes healthy skin. Panthenol • Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. • Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth skin. • A biologically active substance with revitalising and conditioning effects. Well known for its ability to soothe the skin. • It has humectant like properties that promote moisture absorption. • Nutrient cell proliferant. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • A powerful anti-oxidant. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient that retards cellular ageing due to oxidation. Retinol • Natural Vitamin A • Helps loosen and exfoliate dead cell material. • Vitamin A is necessary for normal cell growth and development. • Maintains smooth disease free skin and is used for cell renewal Ascorbic Acid • Vitamin C. • A natural preservative and anti-oxidant. KEY BENEFITS • Smoothes by clearing away dead cells, which can dull the complexion. • Brings a new youth and sparkle to skin without any harshness. • An ideal compliment of rich botanical extracts that will hydrate and comfort the skin leaving it (fresh, clear, smooth, bright and soft). INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE After cleansing or masque removal, apply with a cotton ball. Be sure to avoid the eye area. 14 SOLAR DAMAGE GEL repair the damage A gel formula provides a diet of skin supporting nutrients. A specialized gel moisturiser formulated to repair and re-establish deficiencies in essential elements, and to sustain and stimulate youthful healthy skin. Helps strengthen the natural water barrier and defenses of the skin. Solar damage gel restores skin that has been punished by age, harmful ultra violet rays, climatic conditions and any external aggravation. Solar damage gel is the antidote for cellular fatigue. Restores and maintains turgidity in the cellular spaces and supports the collagen and elastin fibres in balance and proportion, enhancing the ability of the collagen fibres to retain moisture, promoting more efficient respiration, transpiration, and hydration to exist in healthy proportions. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Premature aging, sun damaged and environmental damaged skins. • Weakened skin, dehydrated with poor bounce and turgidity • After IPL, Laser or any heat and erythema (redness) inducing treatments • Dry, stressed, strained, taut skin • Sensitive, inflamed, aggravated skin conditions • Acne, rosacea, scarring, stretch marks • Burns or any skin trauma. Eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis • Can be applied to any area of the face, neck, eye area, hands or body • Suitable for all skin types and age groups • Suitable for both males and females Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • An emollient. • Helps to soften the skin and reduce irritation. • Known for its hydrating properties, it is 99.5% water. • Used medicinally for more than three thousand years. • Promotes healing and is an anti-inflammatory Anthemis Nobilis flower Extract • Clinically proven for calming, soothing, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-irritant. • Good for dry, red, inflamed skin, itchiness, eczema, and dermatitis. • This ingredient is reputed to bring down swelling and pain in the skin and mucus membranes. Allantoin • A skin soother that helps to heal wounds and skin ulcers and to stimulate the growth of healthy tissue. • Non-toxic, is an extract of the comfrey plant. • Healing, soothing, anti-irritating and anti-inflammatory properties. • Promotes healthy skin. Panthenol • Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. • Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth and strengthen skin • A biologically active substance known for its revitalising and conditioning effects. • Humectant like properties that promote moisture absorption. • Nutrient cell proliferant. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK Hyaluronic Acid • Super moisturiser, a potent humectant. • A viscous mucopolysaccharide used to help hydrate the skin. • One of the natural agents found in skin responsible for retaining moisture. • Levels in the skin decrease with age. • Holds many times more moisture than even collagen molecules. • Binds and retains essential moisture in the skin layers, reducing fine lines and plumps the skin. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Hydrates the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient. • Retards cellular aging due to oxidation, aids in bringing nourishment to cells. • Keeps skin healthy and youthful by slowing the aging of cells. Retinol • Natural non-toxic Vitamin A derivative. • Helps loosen and exfoliate dead cell material. • Is necessary for normal cell growth and development. • Helps maintain smooth disease free skin. • Stimulates cell renewal. • Plumps fine lines and moisturizes dry skin. • Promotes cell renewal, reduces wrinkles and stimulates collagen production. • Antioxidant protecting against the damaging effects of free radicals. Squalane • A rich fine lipid that can emulsify easily with water. • Its un-hydrogenated form, Squalene, represents approximately 10% of human sebum composition. • A good water-binding ingredient that penetrates extremely well into the skin. • An effective skin-conditioning ingredient very nourishing and moisturizing. Glycosaminoglycans • A basic element found in skin tissue. • GAGs help to increase turgidity (bounce) in the skin. • They help support the balance and proportion of collagen and elastin fibres. • GAGs also promote the ability of collagen fibres to retain moisture. KEY BENEFITS Medical research into skin aging has shown damage by environmental influences, sun, wind, and pollution account for most of the changes we see as aged skin. Poor cellular nutrition reduces the production and quality of new skin cells. These results in a loss of cellular organization bringing thinner skin with an inability to hold moisture leaving the skin with a saggy, dried out, prematurely aged appearance. continued… 16 This formulation has specific skin rejuvenation and protection effects. Helps prevent and repair skin damage while restoring cellular integrity. • Stimulates cell renewal. • Regenerates and enhances skin functions. • Increases skins density. • Restores the interstitial liquid of the epidermis bringing hydration and vitality back, creating a firmer plumper more replenished skin. • Strengthens the skins structure, resulting in a smoother more supple skin that retains moisture better. • Repairing, calming and de-stressing. Solar damage gel has a corrective effect on skin. • Protects against free radical damage. • Increases skins resilience, provides skin with the defenses to survive any assault or attack. • Provides a strength and support system for the skin, reduces the visible signs of aging, improves texture and firmness, produces a more radiant, youthful appearance PRE TREATMENT When using solar damage gel pre-operatively or pre-treatment the key benefits will be: • Improved organization of cellular structures • Increased skin strength and elasticity • Faster rate of healing with fewer complications • Cellular repair and growth stimulation • The putting in place of a protective chain prior to treatment • Build up of anti-oxidants POST TREATMENT • Faster healing and repair • Reduction in inflammation and post treatment irritation and redness • Reduced formation of treatment induced keloid tissue • Optimal skin functioning healthy skin improves visual appeal of final treatment result SOLAR DAMAGE GEL is unrivalled in its capability to REPAIR, REBUILD, PROTECT AND MAINTAIN optimal skin conditioning INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE After cleansing apply a thin layer and gently massage to help absorption. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE As a professional treatment formulation it can be used in a few different ways. As a finishing moisture repair system, applied at the end of your treatment regime. Used as a mask after laser or IPL or any treatments or peels that leaves the skin irritated, hot or inflamed. Apply a slightly thicker layer and leave it to sink in for 5-7 minutes. Leave on the skin. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK CONDITIONING CRÈME get skin in condition & keep it that way A moisturizing crème formulated to reinforce, sooth, soften and hydrate. It boosts the skins natural water proofing barriers, and enriches skins natural oils, provides ideal nourishment for the skin. It can be considered the ultimate defense against aging. Skin will improve immediately becoming more resistant and taking on a new youthful glow. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Normal to Dry, dehydrated skin • Aging, sun damaged, wrinkles, fine lines • Climatic conditions • Sensitive, dry or dehydrated inflamed skins • Maintenance of a normal healthy skin • Suitable for both men and woman Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil • A natural lipid that helps to soften the skin • Rich in Vitamin A. • Antioxidant Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit • Ultra pure Shea Butters oily qualities improve skins softness and suppleness that makes it ideal for dry or sensitive skin. • Protects the skin from the effects of dehydration and other environmental influences. • An extremely effective moisturiser and nourisher. Lecithin • A natural anti-oxidant. • Emollient from naturally occurring phospholipids derived from soybeans. • Lecithin helps protect and soften the skin and replenish the acid mantle. Panthenol • Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. • Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth skin and strengthen. • A biologically active substance known for its revitalising and conditioning effects. • It has humectant like properties that promote moisture absorption. • Nutrient cell proliferant. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Hydrates the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient. • Retards cellular aging due to oxidation, aids in bringing nourishment to cells. • Keeps skin healthy and youthful by slowing the aging of cells. 18 KEY BENEFITS • Regulates skins functions and restores water and natural moisturizing factors • Keeps skin healthy by providing a synergy of essential fatty acids, Vitamins, and antioxidants and nourishing botanical lipids. • The hydrophilic properties help the skin to retain large quantities of water, restructuring the interstitial space of the epidermis. Resulting in a firmer more supple skin. • Protects the skin from dehydration, the damaging effects of free radicals and other destructive processes that cause us to prematurely age. • Soothes and calms, reducing any redness or inflammation making it excellent on even the most delicate sensitive skins. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE After cleansing apply a small amount of crème to damp skin and massage lightly to help absorption. PROFESSIONAL USE Provides a great medium for facial massage. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE Salon application for facial massage, apply slightly more product and periodically moisten fingertips to keep skin slippery. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK DERMA CRÈME it’s all about balance 营养润肤平衡乳 A non-greasy crème 多脂的, 油脂的, 油污的provides hydration, nutrients, softness, comfort and protection without excess oiliness. Helps to combat blemishes疤， 黑头粉刺;瑕疵，缺点 and excess oil. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Oily skin prone to blemishes, blackheads open pores and or congestion • Dehydrated skin that has sebaceous flow • Oily and sensitive acne prone skin • Hot, sensitive reactive skins or climatic environmentally irritated skin conditions as long as they have oiliness as well. • Suitable for both male and female skin Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium Panthenol • Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. • Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth skin and strengthen nails. • A biologically active substance known for its revitalising and conditioning effects. • Humectant like properties that promote moisture absorption. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Hydrates the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient. • Retards cellular aging due to oxidation, aids in bringing nourishment to cells. • Keeps skin healthy and youthful by slowing the aging of cells. Retinyl palmitate • A natural ester form of Vitamin A. • Extensive medical research and trials have shown that Vitamin A has a corrective effect on skin. • Vitamin A is a regulator, normalizing the skin. • It promotes the production of collagen and elastin and improves the natural moisturizing factors. • Smoothes and softens the skin whilst at the same time protecting it from free radicals and premature aging. Allantoin • A skin soother that helps to heal wounds and skin ulcers and to stimulate the growth of healthy tissue. • Non-toxic is an extract of the comfrey plant. • Healing, soothing, anti-irritating and anti-inflammatory properties. 20 Hyaluronic Acid • Super moisturiser, a potent humectant. • A viscous mucopolysaccharide used to help hydrate the skin. • One of the natural agents found in skin responsible for retaining moisture. • Levels in the skin decrease with age. • Holds many times more moisture than even collagen molecules. • Binds and retains essential moisture in the skin layers, reducing fine lines and plumps the skin. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • An emollient. • Helps to soften the skin. • Reduce irritation. • Known for its hydrating properties, it is 99.5% water. • Used medicinally for more than three thousand years. • Promotes healing and is anti-inflammatory. Glycosaminoglycans • A basic element found in skin tissue. • GAGs help to increase turgidity (bounce) in the skin. • They help support the balance and proportion of collagen and elastin fibres. • GAGs also promote the ability of collagen fibres to retain moisture. KEY BENEFITS • Light textured crème • Hydrates and promotes healthy balanced skin without adding excess oil • Regulates excess oil, reducing likelihood of blackheads, congestion and blemishes. • Helps induce impurity elimination through its antiseptic, anti-microbial and purifying qualities. • Promotes healing, soothes and is anti-inflammatory. • Safe even for the most delicate skins. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1. After cleansing, apply a small amount of crème to damp skin 2. Massage lightly to help absorption. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK VEGGIE VITA MASSAGE OIL A botanical and mineral oil based formula provides an excellent massage medium that does not require rinsing. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Suitable for all skin conditions • Suitable for both male and females Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil • A natural lipid that helps to soften the skin. • Rich in Vitamin A. • Antioxidant. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil • Natural plant oil. • Good water-binding agent. • Contains Vitamin E. • Contains growth-promoting factors. • Necessary for healthy skin. • Helps maintain resilience and provides lubrication. Mineral oil • Considered one of the most non-irritating cosmetic ingredients. • Superior at keeping water in the skin. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Hydrates the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient. • Retards cellular aging due to oxidation, aids in bringing nourishment to cells. • Keeps skin healthy and youthful by slowing the aging of cells. Squalane • A rich fine lipid that can emulsify easily with water. • Its un-hydrogenated form, Squalene, represents approximately 10% of human sebum composition. • A good water-binding ingredient that penetrates extremely well into the skin. • An effective skin-conditioning ingredient very nourishing and moisturizing. Simmondsia Chinensis • Robust and stable plant oil. • Very similar to our skins natural oils. • A good moisturiser that aids in the treatment of dry skin wrinkles and stretch marks. Azulene • Anti-inflammatory and soothing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE After exfoliation and or mask, leave skin damp and apply a generous amount of oil and preform massage. If needed dampen hands with warm water during massage manipulation to keep slippery. 22 TREATMENT OPTIONS DMK treatment options are examples of the different ways you can use the DMK ALPHA range. Used as a guide for skincare professionals. Step 1- Client must always fill in a detailed consultation form; we need to gather as much information about the client as possible. Step 2- Conduct a thorough skin analysis. By combining this information we can determine the treatment protocol as well as educating the client about their skin and the presenting condition. You also cover the home maintenance products to assist in maintaining their results. This will ensure an effective treatment and client satisfaction. Option 1 - Oily, acne, combination skin • Cleanse with Total Cleanser. This is an excellent time to perform massage techniques. • Apply a fine layer of Micro Peel for 5 minutes, remove with warm water. • Extractions may be preformed now if required. • Apply a generous layer of Acu Masque, leave on for 20mins, then remove with warm water. • Wipe over with AHA Tonique. • Apply a small amount of Derma Crème over entire face and light massage. Option 2 - Normal, dry or dehydrated skin • Cleanse with Ultra Gentle Cleanser • Apply a fine layer of Micro Peel for 5 minutes, remove with warm water • Apply a generous layer of Hydrating Masque, leave on for 20 minutes then remove with warm water • Wipe over with Soothing Tonique. • Apply a small amount of Conditioning Crème to the entire face, and then preform a massage with Veggie Vita Massage Oil over the top. You can use steam. • Finish by blotting with cool damp cloth. Option 3 - Red inflamed skin that has oil. Rosacea, eczema, psoriasis • Cleanse with Ultra Gentle Cleanser. • Apply a fine layer of Micro Peel for 3 minutes, remove with cool water. • Apply a generous layer of Acu Masque, leave on for 10 minutes then remove with warm to cool water . ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK • Apply a layer of Solar Damage Gel to entire face and preform a massage with Veggie Vita Massage Oil. No steam. • Finish by blotting with cool damp cloth. Option 4 - A sun damaged pre-mature aged skin, dry delicate • Cleanse with Ultra Gentle Cleanser. • Apply a fine layer of Micro Peel, leave for 10 minutes then remove with warm water. • Apply a generous layer of Hydrating Masque, leave on for 20 minutes then remove with warm water. • Apply a layer of Conditioning Crème to the entire face, and then preform a massage with Veggie Vital Massage Oil over the top. You can use steam. • After the massage, remove the massage oil with a warm cloth, and then apply a layer of Solar Damage Gel to finish. Option 5 This treatment would be to treat specific areas of the skin according to condition presenting. For example the nose forehead and chin may have blackheads congestion and even a few outbreaks, the sides of the face and around the eyes were dull and dehydrated. This is to show you a real combination treatment how to diversify with these products. • Cleanse with Total Cleanser . • Apply a fine layer of Micro Peel all over, leave for 10 minutes, then remove with warm water. • Apply a generous layer of Acu Masque to nose chin and forehead. Apply Hydrating Masque to the side of the face, neck and around the eyes. Leave on for 20 minutes then remove with warm water. • Wipe over nose, chin and forehead with AHA Tonique, wipe over the rest of the face with Soothing Tonique. • Apply Solar Damage gel to entire face, and then preform a massage with Veggie Vital Massage Oil on the neck, side of face and around eyes. You can use steam. • After massage, remove oil with warm water, wipe over entire face with Soothing Tonique then apply Derma Crème to the nose chin and forehead, Conditioning Crème to the sides of the face and neck, apply Solar Damage Gel around the eyes. 24 GLOSSARY a Allantoin A skin soothing agent that helps to heal wounds and skin ulcers and to stimulate the growth of healthy tissue. Non-toxic, is an extract of the comfrey plant. Healing, soothing, anti-irritating and anti-inflammatory properties. Promotes healthy skin. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract An emollient. Helps to soften the skin and reduce irritation. Known for its hydrating properties, it is 99.5% water. Used medicinally for more than three thousand years. Promotes healing, anti-inflammatory. Ammonium Laureth Sulphate A compound that breaks up and holds oil and soil so that it can be easily removed from the skin. Ammonium Lauryl Sulphate A mild anionic surfactant derived from coconut. Widely used as a mild cleansing agent. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract The flowers are the medicinal portion clinically proven for calming, soothing, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant. Good for dry, red, sensitive skin, itchiness, eczema, and dermatitis. Dermatitis is actually an umbrella term meaning “inflamed skin“. This ingredient is reputed to bring down swelling and pain in the skin and mucus membranes. Antioxidant (Anti Free Radical) Free-radical damage can be caused by the presence of oxygen or any compound that contains an oxygen molecule. Any substance that impedes or slows free-radical damage by preventing the oxidative action of molecules is referred to as an antioxidant. Anti Seborrheic Preventing or relieving excessive secretion of sebum; preventing or relieving seborrheic dermatitis. Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C. Essential for wound healing and tissue repair. A natural preservative and anti-oxidant. Azulene Anti-inflammatory and soothing. b Bentonite Medicinal powdered clay recognised to absorb toxins. Its highest power lies in its ability to absorb toxins, acting like a magnetic sponge pulling out impurities congestion and toxins without any harsh drying or stripping. Very calming and softening on the skin. Very unusual in that once hydrated the electrical and molecular components of the clay rapidly change and produce an electrical charge. According to Verba Prima (a company based in Ashland Oregon) Bentonite clay minerals are negatively charged while toxins are positive, these are attracted like a magnet drawing metal shavings, according to the Canadian Journal of microbiology bentonite can absorb pathogenic viruses. Multifaceted healing abilities. BHA A preservative and antioxidant. Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter fruit Ultra pure Shea Butters oily qualities improve skins softness and suppleness that makes it ideal for dry or sensitive skin. Protects the skin from the effects of dehydration and other environmental influences. An extremely effective moisturiser and nourisher. c Carthamus Tinctorius safflower seed oil A natural lipid that helps to soften the skin. Rich in Vitamin A. Antioxidant. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK Citric Acid From fermented orange oil. Helps to increase dermal hydration. A PH balancer. Collagen Single most important protein constituent of the fibrous connective tissues of the body. 70% of the dermal tissue comprises of collagen. Collagen, is a protein interlaced with elastin, and surrounded by glycosaminoglycans, forming a microscopic network of fibres. This network acts as a framework in which cells and blood vessels are found, and it is this network of fibrous connective tissue that holds everything in shape and in place. d Desquamation The shedding or peeling of the epidermis in scales Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate Surfactant fine skin cleanser. Emulsifies to lift and remove dirt (allows oil and water to mix, reduces surface tension). e Elastin Fibres An elastic, fibrous mucoprotein, similar to collagen Emollient An agent that softens or soothes the skin Erythema Redness of the skin caused by dilatation and congestion of the capillaries, often a sign of inflammation or infection. f Fatty Acid Any series of saturated organic acids that occur in natural fats of animals and plants Free Radical Atom or molecules with an unpaired electron. Free radicals are unstable and highly reactive and will extract electrons from other biological molecules, which generates more free radicals. Produced in the skin by UVR, light heat, pollution, chemicals, medication, etc. Free radicals are responsible for skin aging and cell mutation. g Gags See Glycosaminoglycans Glycolic Acid Hydroxyacetic acid. Helps remove dead surface skin cells with hydroscopic acid at a PH of 3.1. Glycosaminoglycans A basic element found in skin tissue. Helps water penetrate the skin, helping to bind water into the skin and keeps the surface of the skin soft. h Helianthus Annuus Sunflower seed oil A natural plant oil. Good water-binding agent. Contains Vitamin E. Contains growth-promoting factors. Helps maintain resilience and provide lubrication. Humectant Moistens or dilutes Hyaluronic Acid Super moisturiser a potent humectant. A viscous mucopolysaccharide used to help hydrate the skin. One of the natural moisturizing factors found in skin though decreases with age. This is an acid that occurs naturally in the skin and holds many times more moisture than even collagen protein molecules. It binds and retains essential moisture in the skins layers reduces fine lines and plumps the skin. Hydrophilic Having a strong affinity for water, tending to dissolve in, mix with or be wetted by water. A term used when a substance requires water to fully function. i Interstitial Liquid Liquid situated in the small, narrow spaces between tissues or parts of an organ 26 k Kaolin Naturally occurring clay mineral that is inert and harmless. Fine particles, soft and non-abrasive. Good suspension characteristics. Used in internal and external pharmaceutical compositions for many years. Absorbs excess oil. Calms and smooths skin leaving a fresh rebalanced soft complexion. Keloid Tissue A red, raised formation of fibrous scar tissue caused by excessive tissue repair in response to trauma or surgical incision l Lactic Acid Derived from milk or molasses. Lactic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid with three carbons; it helps diminish the cohesion of cells (assists in cell detachment from the lower layers of the stratum corneum), prevents thickening. Lactic Acid is believed by many researchers to be the acid of choice since it doesn’t penetrate, as deeply, so it is less irritating yet still gives great smoothing of the skin. Used to refresh the skin, retextures the skins surface and stimulate cell renewal. Lecithin A natural anti-oxidant. Emollient from naturally occurring phospholipids derived from soybeans. Lecithin helps protect and soften the skin and replenish the acid mantle. Lipid Terminology used when referring to the oil content of a cell or skin component. m Melanogenesis The formation of melanin by living cells. Mineral oil Considered one of the most non-irritating cosmetic ingredients. Superior at keeping water in the skin. Mucopolysaccharide A carbohydrate composed of many monosaccharide units p Panthenol Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth skin and strengthen. A biologically active substance known for its revitalising and conditioning effects. It has humectant like properties that promote moisture absorption. Nutrient cell proliferant. Well known for its ability to soothe the skin. Phospholipids Among the primary building blocks of all cellular membranes. Membrane functions include cellular transport of nutrients and waste, internal cellular pressure regulation, and ion exchange phospholipid. It is needed by every cell in the body Prostaglandins A family of fatty acid hormones, known to have powerful effects on smooth muscle, nerves, circulation and reproductive organs Psoriasis A proliferative, red, scaly disease of the epidermis that seems to have its origin in the dermis r Respiration The oxidative process occurring within living cells by which the chemical energy of organic molecules is released in a series of metabolic steps involving the consumption of oxygen and the liberation of carbon dioxide and water. Retinol Natural non-toxic Vitamin A derivative. Helps loosen and exfoliate dead cell material. Vitamin A is necessary for normal cell growth and development. Maintains smooth disease free skin and is used for cell renewal ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK Retinyl palmitate An ester form of Vitamin A. Extensive medical research and trials have shown that Vitamin A has a corrective effect on skin. Vitamin A is a regulator, normalizing the skin. It promotes the production of collagen and elastin and improves the natural moisturizing factors. Smoothes and softens the skin whilst at the same time protecting it from free radicals and premature aging. Rosacea A chronic dermatitis of the face, especially of the nose and cheeks, characterized by a red or rosy coloration, caused by dilation of capillaries, and the appearance of acne-like pimples. Often incorrectly referred to as acne rosacea s Salicylic Acid A mild Acid that occurs naturally in wintergreen leaves, sweet birch and selected plants. Salicylic acid improves the appearance of the skin. Has a micro-exfoliation action loosening and removing the top dead skin cells, opens and cleans out clogged pores. It is also anti-microbial. Both safe and efficacious for treatment of acne. Sebaceous A type of mammalian epidermal gland that produces a fatty substance Sodium PCA Occurs naturally in human skin and is responsible for binding moisture to the cells. Highly water absorbent, holding several times its weight in water making it an excellent humectant. Simmondsia Chinensis Robust and stable plant oil. Very similar to our skins natural oils. A good moisturiser that aids in the treatment of dry skin wrinkles and stretch marks. Squalane A hydrogenated form of Squalene. A rich fine lipid that can emulsify easily with water. A good water-binding ingredient that penetrates extremely well into the skin. Found in small quantities in human sebum therefore is a good imitator of our natural oil. An effective skin-conditioning ingredient very nourishing and moisturizing. Sulphur Used to treat many skin disorders. Topical sulphur is lethal to various strains of bacteria (which are the primary cause of acne), fungus and parasites. Promotes softening and desquamation of hard, roughened or irregular surface skin. Promotes and enhances healing. Helpful in treating psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, acne and viral and fungal conditions. Sulphur is a non-metallic element that occurs widely in nature. Makes up 0.25 percent of the human body weight. It is called natures “beauty mineral “ because it keeps the hair glossy and smooth and keeps the complexion clear and youthful. Has an important relationship with protein. Is contained in the amino acids methionine, cystine and cysteine and is necessary for collagen synthesis. It is also relevant in keratin, necessary for the health and maintenance of skin, nails and hair. Sulphur plays a part in tissue respiration (the process whereby oxygen and other substances are used to build cells and release energy). t TEA P.H Adjuster 28 t Tocopherol Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. A powerful anti-oxidant. Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. Major anti-oxidant nutrient that retards cellular ageing due to oxidation. Aids in bringing nourishment to cells and strengthens capillary walls. It is believed to keep skin healthy. Transpiration The passage of watery vapour through the skin or through any membrane or pore. Turgidity The quality or state of being turgid; used to describe the “bounce’” of the skin. w Water H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations. Water is the least allergic Medium. Required for humectants and water binding ingredients to work effectively and provide maximum hydration. Water is essential for healthy skin. Witch Hazel Anti-inflammatory. Soothing, relieves the pain of irritated inflamed conditions. Astringent, causes skin tissue to tighten. y Yucca Schidigera Extract Yucca decreases bacterial absorption. An organic extract. Natural cleansing herb known to American Indians as “soap root”. z Zinc Oxide Used in rash medications, and haemorrhoid preparations. Treatment with topical zinc has been shown to reduce the duration and severity of herpes breakouts. This may be due to the effect of zinc on prostaglandins or to its direct antiviral activity. Zinc functions relevant to tissue repair including stabilization of membranes antioxidant activity, collagen synthesis and inhibitors of mast cell release mediators in inflammation. Encourages healing and tissue repair. Strengthening. Reduces inflammation and redness. Clears, calms and heals rashes and irritated itchy skin conditions. Reduces the severity and duration of outbreaks. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK Notes 30 Notes ALPHA **** SOLAR DAMAGE GEL repair the damage A gel formula provides a diet of skin supporting nutrients. A specialized gel moisturiser formulated to repair and re-establish deficiencies in essential elements, and to sustain and stimulate youthful healthy skin. Helps strengthen the natural water barrier and defenses of the skin. Solar damage gel restores skin that has been punished by age, harmful ultra violet rays, climatic conditions and any external aggravation. Solar damage gel is the antidote for cellular fatigue. Restores and maintains turgidity in the cellular spaces and supports the collagen and elastin fibres in balance and proportion, enhancing the ability of the collagen fibres to retain moisture, promoting more efficient respiration, transpiration, and hydration to exist in healthy proportions. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Premature aging, sun damaged and environmental damaged skins. • Weakened skin, dehydrated with poor bounce and turgidity • After IPL, Laser or any heat and erythema (redness) inducing treatments • Dry, stressed, strained, taut skin • Sensitive, inflamed, aggravated skin conditions • Acne, rosacea, scarring, stretch marks • Burns or any skin trauma. Eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis • Can be applied to any area of the face, neck, eye area, hands or body • Suitable for all skin types and age groups • Suitable for both males and females Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • An emollient. 使柔软的 N. [药]润肤剂, 缓和剂 • Helps to soften the skin and reduce irritation. • Known for its hydrating properties, it is 99.5% water. • Used medicinally for more than three thousand years. • Promotes healing and is an anti-inflammatory Anthemis Nobilis flower Extract • Clinically proven for calming, soothing, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-irritant. • Good for dry, red, inflamed skin, itchiness, eczema, and dermatitis. • This ingredient is reputed to bring down swelling and pain in the skin and mucus membranes. Allantoin [生化]尿囊素• A skin soother that helps to heal wounds and skin ulcers and to stimulate the growth of healthy tissue. • Non-toxic, is an extract of the comfrey plant. • Healing, soothing, anti-irritating and anti-inflammatory properties. • Promotes healthy skin. Panthenol • Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. • Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth and strengthen skin • A biologically active substance known for its revitalising and conditioning effects. • Humectant like properties that promote moisture absorption. • Nutrient cell proliferant 增生扩散. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK Hyaluronic Acid 透明质酸• Super moisturiser, a potent humectant. • A viscous mucopolysaccharide used to help hydrate the skin. • One of the natural agents found in skin responsible for retaining moisture. • Levels in the skin decrease with age. • Holds many times more moisture than even collagen molecules. • Binds and retains essential moisture in the skin layers, reducing fine lines and plumps the skin. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Hydrates the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient. • Retards cellular aging due to oxidation, aids in bringing nourishment to cells. • Keeps skin healthy and youthful by slowing the aging of cells. Retinol • Natural non-toxic Vitamin A derivative. • Helps loosen and exfoliate dead cell material. • Is necessary for normal cell growth and development. • Helps maintain smooth disease free skin. • Stimulates cell renewal. • Plumps fine lines and moisturizes dry skin. • Promotes cell renewal, reduces wrinkles and stimulates collagen production. • Antioxidant protecting against the damaging effects of free radicals. Squalane • A rich fine lipid that can emulsify easily with water. • Its un-hydrogenated form, Squalene, represents approximately 10% of human sebum composition. • A good water-binding ingredient that penetrates extremely well into the skin. • An effective skin-conditioning ingredient very nourishing and moisturizing. Glycosaminoglycans • A basic element found in skin tissue. • GAGs help to increase turgidity (bounce) in the skin. • They help support the balance and proportion of collagen and elastin fibres. • GAGs also promote the ability of collagen fibres to retain moisture. KEY BENEFITS Medical research into skin aging has shown damage by environmental influences, sun, wind, and pollution account for most of the changes we see as aged skin. Poor cellular nutrition reduces the production and quality of new skin cells. These results in a loss of cellular organization bringing thinner skin with an inability to hold moisture leaving the skin with a saggy, dried out, prematurely aged appearance. continued… 16 This formulation has specific skin rejuvenation and protection effects. Helps prevent and repair skin damage while restoring cellular integrity. • Stimulates cell renewal. • Regenerates and enhances skin functions. • Increases skins density. • Restores the interstitial liquid of the epidermis bringing hydration and vitality back, creating a firmer plumper more replenished skin. • Strengthens the skins structure, resulting in a smoother more supple skin that retains moisture better. • Repairing, calming and de-stressing. Solar damage gel has a corrective effect on skin. • Protects against free radical damage. • Increases skins resilience, provides skin with the defenses to survive any assault or attack. • Provides a strength and support system for the skin, reduces the visible signs of aging, improves texture and firmness, produces a more radiant, youthful appearance PRE TREATMENT When using solar damage gel pre-operatively or pre-treatment the key benefits will be: • Improved organization of cellular structures • Increased skin strength and elasticity • Faster rate of healing with fewer complications • Cellular repair and growth stimulation • The putting in place of a protective chain prior to treatment • Build up of anti-oxidants POST TREATMENT • Faster healing and repair • Reduction in inflammation and post treatment irritation and redness • Reduced formation of treatment induced keloid tissue • Optimal skin functioning healthy skin improves visual appeal of final treatment result SOLAR DAMAGE GEL is unrivalled in its capability to REPAIR, REBUILD, PROTECT AND MAINTAIN optimal skin conditioning INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE After cleansing apply a thin layer and gently massage to help absorption. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE As a professional treatment formulation it can be used in a few different ways. As a finishing moisture repair system, applied at the end of your treatment regime. Used as a mask after laser or IPL or any treatments or peels that leaves the skin irritated, hot or inflamed. Apply a slightly thicker layer and leave it to sink in for 5-7 minutes. Leave on the skin. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK CONDITIONING CRÈME get skin in condition & keep it that way A moisturizing crème formulated to reinforce, sooth, soften and hydrate. It boosts the skins natural water proofing barriers, and enriches skins natural oils, provides ideal nourishment for the skin. It can be considered the ultimate defense against aging. Skin will improve immediately becoming more resistant and taking on a new youthful glow. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Normal to Dry, dehydrated skin • Aging, sun damaged, wrinkles, fine lines • Climatic conditions • Sensitive, dry or dehydrated inflamed skins • Maintenance of a normal healthy skin • Suitable for both men and woman Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil • A natural lipid that helps to soften the skin • Rich in Vitamin A. • Antioxidant Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit • Ultra pure Shea Butters oily qualities improve skins softness and suppleness that makes it ideal for dry or sensitive skin. • Protects the skin from the effects of dehydration and other environmental influences. • An extremely effective moisturiser and nourisher. Lecithin • A natural anti-oxidant. • Emollient from naturally occurring phospholipids derived from soybeans. • Lecithin helps protect and soften the skin and replenish the acid mantle. Panthenol • Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. • Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth skin and strengthen. • A biologically active substance known for its revitalising and conditioning effects. • It has humectant like properties that promote moisture absorption. • Nutrient cell proliferant. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Hydrates the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient. • Retards cellular aging due to oxidation, aids in bringing nourishment to cells. • Keeps skin healthy and youthful by slowing the aging of cells. 18 KEY BENEFITS • Regulates skins functions and restores water and natural moisturizing factors • Keeps skin healthy by providing a synergy of essential fatty acids, Vitamins, and antioxidants and nourishing botanical lipids. • The hydrophilic properties help the skin to retain large quantities of water, restructuring the interstitial space of the epidermis. Resulting in a firmer more supple skin. • Protects the skin from dehydration, the damaging effects of free radicals and other destructive processes that cause us to prematurely age. • Soothes and calms, reducing any redness or inflammation making it excellent on even the most delicate sensitive skins. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE After cleansing apply a small amount of crème to damp skin and massage lightly to help absorption. PROFESSIONAL USE Provides a great medium for facial massage. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE Salon application for facial massage, apply slightly more product and periodically moisten fingertips to keep skin slippery. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK DERMA CRÈME it’s all about balance A non-greasy crème provides hydration, nutrients, softness, comfort and protection without excess oiliness. Helps to combat blemishes and excess oil. SUITABLE SKIN CONDITIONS • Oily skin prone to blemishes, blackheads open pores and or congestion • Dehydrated skin that has sebaceous flow • Oily and sensitive acne prone skin • Hot, sensitive reactive skins or climatic environmentally irritated skin conditions as long as they have oiliness as well. • Suitable for both male and female skin Key Ingredients Performance Characteristics Water • H20, the moisture in the skin and principle wetting agent in all Danné formulations • Water is the least allergic medium Panthenol • Obtained from rice bran also known as Vitamin B5. • Acts as a penetrating moisturizer to smooth skin and strengthen nails. • A biologically active substance known for its revitalising and conditioning effects. • Humectant like properties that promote moisture absorption. Tocopherol • Natural Vitamin E available from many plants and fish sources. • Vitamin E accumulates in the epidermis and forms a barrier against moisture evaporation from the skin. • Hydrates the skin. • Major anti-oxidant nutrient. • Retards cellular aging due to oxidation, aids in bringing nourishment to cells. • Keeps skin healthy and youthful by slowing the aging of cells. Retinyl palmitate • A natural ester form of Vitamin A. • Extensive medical research and trials have shown that Vitamin A has a corrective effect on skin. • Vitamin A is a regulator, normalizing the skin. • It promotes the production of collagen and elastin and improves the natural moisturizing factors. • Smoothes and softens the skin whilst at the same time protecting it from free radicals and premature aging. Allantoin • A skin soother that helps to heal wounds and skin ulcers and to stimulate the growth of healthy tissue. • Non-toxic is an extract of the comfrey plant. • Healing, soothing, anti-irritating and anti-inflammatory properties. 20 Hyaluronic Acid • Super moisturiser, a potent humectant. • A viscous mucopolysaccharide used to help hydrate the skin. • One of the natural agents found in skin responsible for retaining moisture. • Levels in the skin decrease with age. • Holds many times more moisture than even collagen molecules. • Binds and retains essential moisture in the skin layers, reducing fine lines and plumps the skin. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • An emollient. • Helps to soften the skin. • Reduce irritation. • Known for its hydrating properties, it is 99.5% water. • Used medicinally for more than three thousand years. • Promotes healing and is anti-inflammatory. Glycosaminoglycans • A basic element found in skin tissue. • GAGs help to increase turgidity (bounce) in the skin. • They help support the balance and proportion of collagen and elastin fibers. • GAGs also promote the ability of collagen fibres to retain moisture. KEY BENEFITS • Light textured crème • Hydrates and promotes healthy balanced skin without adding excess oil • Regulates excess oil, reducing likelihood of blackheads, congestion and blemishes. • Helps induce impurity elimination through its antiseptic, anti-microbial and purifying qualities. • Promotes healing, soothes and is anti-inflammatory. • Safe even for the most delicate skins. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1. After cleansing, apply a small amount of crème to damp skin 2. Massage lightly to help absorption. ALPHA DMK APLHA - Reference Manual DMK APLHA Expand your clientele through innovation and diversification DMK