HydraFacial Treatment Solutions & Device Care – Comprehensive Study Notes

Overview of the HydraFacial Protocol

• A 3-step, customizable skin-renewal procedure that layers solutions in a specific order to maximize exfoliation, extraction, hydration, and protection.

• Steps follow the mnemonic “Cleanse ➜ Extract ➜ Fuse & Protect,” often described as “clean ➜ peel ➜ boost.”

• Patented single-use tips feature two distinct edges:

  • Rounded outer edge – promotes smooth gliding and client comfort.

  • Sharp inner edge – performs mechanical exfoliation.

• Tips and solutions are proprietary: substituting non-HydraFacial products voids the device warranty and may compromise outcomes.

Device Tips & Design Significance

• Variety of patented tips available; each tip modulates:

  • Degree of physical exfoliation.

  • Solution flow rate & vacuum pressure.

  • Skin-contact footprint, thus personalizing treatment to skin type / concern.

• Synergy: Mechanical exfoliation by tip edges + chemical exfoliation/infusion by solutions.

Step 1 – Cleanse (Active-4 Solution)

• Two cleansing passes are performed to ensure complete surface renewal.

• Functions:

  • Physical exfoliation (tip) + gentle chemical desquamation (lactic acid).

  • Deep, “noticeable” hydration.

• Key Ingredients & Roles:

  • Lactic acid – AHA that dissolves corneocyte bonds to expedite shedding.

  • Glucosamine HCl – Brightens, hydrates, supports barrier.

  • Yeast extract – Humectant + antioxidant activity.

  • Brown algae – Water-binding polymer forms protective film.

• Conceptual framing: “Beginning of the renewal process”—sets canvas for peel and extraction steps.

Optional / Adjunct Peels (Glycolic + Salicylic Blends)

• Peels deepen exfoliation; strengths are personalized after consultation.

• All are buffered to minimize downtime; even the strongest peel has “no downtime” claim.

• Peel menu:

  • GlySal Prep – 7.5\% glycolic + 2\% salicylic.

  • Peel 15 % – 15\% glycolic + 2\% salicylic.

  • Peel 30 % – 30\% glycolic + 1.5\% salicylic.

• Programmatic usage: Clients may start at Prep and “work up” to 30\% over time.

• Mechanisms:

  • Glycolic (AHA) – Targets superficial/mid-epidermis.

  • Salicylic (BHA) – Oil-soluble; enters sebaceous follicles to dissolve sebum & keratin plugs.

Step 2 – Extract (Beta HD Clear Solution)

• Applied when the skin is softened by Steps 1 & Peel, enabling painless vacuum extractions.

• Benefits: Further decongests pores, visibly brightens tone.

• Ingredient synergy:

  • Salicylic acid – Keratolytic, comedolytic.

  • Willow bark extract – Natural salicylate; boosts efficacy while being gentle.

  • Tasmanian pepperberry – Anti-inflammatory + antioxidant (soothes post-extraction erythema).

Step 3 – Fuse & Protect (Booster Portfolio)

• After cleansing + extraction, epidermal permeability is maximized—ideal for targeted serums.

• Boosters are chosen per client concern. All are vacuum-assisted into skin.

Dermabuilder (Peptide Cocktail)

• Goal: Smooth fine lines, enhance firmness.

• Key peptides:

  • Dipeptide-5 – Acts at dermal–epidermal junction; stimulates laminin-5, collagen, integrins.

  • Octapeptide-3 – Reduces micro-tension (“Botox-like” relaxation) to soften wrinkles.

• Usage: Primarily spot-treat lines; can be full-face.

Brightenol

• Goal: Minimize dark spots, even skin tone, overall brightening.

• Star actives:

  • Tea plant extract – Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, photoprotective.

  • Hyaluronic acid – Hydration vector.

  • Vitamin C – ROS scavenger, collagen co-factor, pigment inhibitor.

  • Alpha-arbutin – Tyrosinase inhibitor; antioxidant.

• Application: Spot treatment or full-face.

Restore

• Theme: “Healthy, youthful look” via hydration + anti-aging peptides.

• Components:

  • HydraFacial peptide complex – Biomimetic growth-factor-like peptides; up-regulate collagen & elastin.

  • Hyaluronic acid – Moisture reservoir.

  • Heptapeptide-34 – Promotes regeneration & elasticity.

  • Palmitoyl tripeptide-5 – Stimulates collagen, firms.

  • Niacinamide (B3) – Restores barrier, reduces irritation, antioxidant.

• Coverage: Entire treatment area.

HydraLock

• Universally suitable; clinically validated metrics:

  • 300\% increase in hydration.

  • 63\% reduction in fine-line appearance.

  • Delivers 24-hour moisture & radiance.

• Formulation highlights:

  • Triple HA complex – Multiple molecular weights for surface & deep hydration.

  • Vitamin B5 (from lentil extract) – Barrier repair, humectancy.

  • Fruit water complex (apple + watermelon) – Distributes water evenly; antioxidant.

Final Infusion – Antiox Plus

• Marketed as the “secret weapon” for the signature HydraFacial glow.

• Purposes: Deep hydration, antioxidant defense, soothing.

• Ingredient matrix:

  • Low-molecular-weight HA – Deeper penetration vs. standard HA.

  • Green tea extract – Potent polyphenol antioxidant; anti-inflammatory.

  • Copper, zinc, magnesium PCA – Mineral trio supports ATP production & cellular repair.

  • Red algae extract – Supports barrier function, improves complexion.

• Synergistic layering: Caps prior booster benefits, seals moisture, adds sheen.

Device Maintenance – Rinse Away Solution

• Non-treatment but essential for equipment longevity.

• Saline-based; flushes both hidden & visible fluid pathways.

• Functions:

  • Dissolves residual solution, prevents occlusive buildup.

  • Neutralizes residual acidity, protecting internal components & handpiece seals.

• Policy note: Only HydraFacial-approved solutions maintain warranty & treatment integrity.

Clinical & Practical Considerations

• Customization paradigm: Tip selection + peel strength + booster choice = truly bespoke session.

• Consultation required before peel selection (contraindications, Fitzpatrick type, recent actives, etc.).

• No-downtime claim even for 30\% peel, yet practitioners should counsel on transient erythema/tingle and sunscreen use.

• Layering logic: Each step primes skin for the next—physical + chemical exfoliation ➜ open channels ➜ active infusion.

Ethical, Warranty & Safety Implications

• Substituting off-label solutions:

  • Risks unknown pH/osmolality interactions → skin irritation, device clogging.

  • Voids manufacturer warranty.

• Practitioners are ethically obliged to protect client safety and device integrity; contact manufacturer for any uncertainty.

Take-Home Messages / Revision Cues

• Remember the three macro steps: \text{Cleanse} \to \text{Extract} \to \text{Fuse & Protect}.

• Active-4 = hydration + initial exfoliation; Peels deepen; Beta HD = extraction aid.

• Booster cheat-sheet: Dermabuilder (peptides/lines), Brightenol (pigment), Restore (growth-factor-like anti-aging), HydraLock (super hydration).

• Antiox Plus finishes with antioxidants + HA; Rinse Away finishes the DEVICE.

• All solutions are designed to work synergistically; strict protocol adherence maximizes clinical efficacy and brand-promised “glow.”