As a wholelistic esthetician my main focus is always skin health. Healthy skin is the result of several factors, but they are simple. If the body is healthy and balanced on the inside and the outside is protected and nourished, the skin will be healthy, glowing and vibrant. The way we live our lives in modern times sets us up for failure. At every turn there is pollution, over processed water, genetically modified foods & pesticides, not to mention the incredible levels of STRESS that we are all dealing with. Stress is the NUMBER 1 contributing factor in aging. Stress causes inflammation in the body and our magical body goes to work to get rid of it! Unfortunately, it can’t tell the difference between inflammation caused by stress and inflammation caused by infection. One of the most valuable tools in my toolkit to serve you is being able to create an incredibly relaxing experience. A quiet nourishing respite from the chaos of the world where i can invite you to slip into your para sympathetic state and heal your own body! MLD is an excellent way to accomplish this…
Dr. Emil Vodder created his famous MLD technique after extensive study and understanding of the importance of the lymphatic system and the loose connective tissue where it lives (just beneath your skin). Vodder successfully healed many patients by supporting their bodies and their internal systems just by manipulating the lymphatic system from a gentle pulsing massage technique. I’ve been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to learn this effective technique from Anne Brahman of ASTECC’s Nature Of Wellness Advanced MLD course. What an eye opening experience to learn such a precise, non-invasive, light-touch therapy based on the teachings of Dr. Emile Vodder’s MLD. It is indicated for numerous inflammatory conditions including acne, scars, burns, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, puffy eyes and post cosmetic recovery.
In a traditional facial we cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate and nourish the skin topically. MLD is able to accomplish all of that from the inside as well! By stimulating the lymphatic system in this way we are flushing out built up toxins, dead cells, imbalanced fluids and pathogens to be removed from the body. This makes way for a flood of fresh clean lymph carrying fresh oxygen and nutrients to the tissues creating a truly rejuvenating effect. This deeply relaxing treatment feels amazing and is beneficial even with one application. To see the best (and longest lasting) results, a series of treatments is recommended. The number of treatments and the frequency is determined by your skin’s current condition and the skin goals you have.
My favorite visual explanation of the benefits of MLD from the training was this: picture a still pond. No movement. Over time the water becomes stagnant, slimy and stinky! If you have a water way that has a gentle steady flow to it, the water doesn’t have an opportunity to stagnate and turn gross. We want the water of our body to be like the crystal clear bubbly brook not the slimy pond!
If this sounds like the kind of treatment you would like to incorporate into your wellness self care, let’s talk more about it at your next appointment! We can assess together the best plan for a truly rejuvenating experience. Until then, take a moment to thank your body for all the magic it is weaving just to get you through the day. I’ll see you soon!
xo,
Chelsea