What are Enzymes?

Enzymes are living substances in the body that regulate all chemical activity in the body as well as the skin. Enzymes are directly involved in the body’s metabolism, which is the process by which food is broken down and converted into energy and other elements needed for cell growth.

What is Reverse Osmosis?

Reverse osmosis is a “back-flushing” action that forces fluids through the membrane around the cells, cleaning out all impurities (Lipofuscin) and leaving behind a clean, white substance. Lipofuscin is a free radical substance, created by sun damage or other trauma to the skin.

What is DMK Enzyme Therapy?

The world famous DMK Enzyme Masque is like no other skin treatment you have ever had! It’s a facial, but not a fluffy, girls-day-at-the-spa facial. This is about results. Enzyme therapy is a series of masques containing certain enzymes that are topically applied to the skin. Since most skin conditions, including aging, are the result of a loss of function or imbalance in the skin, these masques are designed to restore the chemical balance, normalise natural processes, and strengthen the underlying structure of the skin.

How does it work?

Our enzyme masques are capable of tightening the skin progressively and removing impurities from the skin cells by the process of reverse osmosis. DMK Enzyme Therapy treatments act on three very important systems of the body. These are:

The Facial Muscles - The enzyme treatment stimulates facial muscles enabling them to become stronger, providing a more youthful appearance. The tightening action of the enzyme treatment has the effect of exercising the facial muscles. This tones and tightens the facial muscles without having to physically exercise them yourself. The result is firmer, smoother, tighter skin.

The Blood Vessels of the Skin - Your skin is dependent on a rich supply of blood and healthy, properly functioning blood vessels to transport the blood to the skin cells. Your face, in particular, has many blood vessels. DMK Enzyme treatments act on the blood vessels by causing them to become dilated, which allows a greater supply of oxygen rich blood to flow to the skin in order to nourish it. The reverse osmosis action of the enzyme treatments remove impurities and stimulate the lymphatic system.

The Lymphatic System - The lymphatic system of the body is the filtering system for the blood. The lymphatic system consists of a network of lymph nodes, and lymph vessels found in various regions throughout the body including the face and neck. Special formulated enzymes act on the lymph nodes to encourage a drainage effect. The lymph drainage action is felt by the client as the tightening and pulsating of the enzyme masque. As the blood vessels and lymph nodes respond to the actions of the enzyme treatment, a peculiar effect known as the Plasmatic Effect, is produced.

What is the Plasmatic Effect?

The enzyme treatment promotes a new rush of fresh oxygenated blood from within the skin due to the dilated capillaries. You can literally see this effect on the skin of the neck and face following an enzyme treatment. The capillaries stand out like a road map-proving the effects of the enzymes treatment as it goes deep enough for total dilation of the peripheral capillaries. Don’t be alarmed when you see this! The Plasmatic Effect soon fades.

Who should not have Enzyme Therapy?

Enzyme Therapy is suitable for all clients, including those pregnant or breastfeeding. The only people that should not have this treatment are those with open wounds/broken skin, and those who are claustrophobic.

Is there any down time from this treatment?

There is no downtime. You can make plans for right after your treatment. Your results will last for several weeks or longer if you follow with recommended skin care.

Prior to the treatment you should:

• have had a skin consultation

• ensure that you have reviewed this Information and that you have had enough opportunity to ask questions and have them answered to your complete satisfaction

• ensure that you have signed the consent form

• start prophylactic anti-viral therapy if you have a history of cold sores

• avoid strong topical creams (Retin-A, AHAs, etc.) for at least 7 days before and after treatment

• notify at consultation or at your treatment if you have an upcoming important event

The day of treatment you will/may/should:

• feel a tightening and pulsing sensation during the treatment as the masque hardens

• notice that your skin will appear well hydrated and moist immediately after the treatment

• avoid direct sun immediately after treatment until you can apply sunscreen

• delay reintroducing stronger topical retinoid serums/creams for at least 48hrs after your treatment

• drink extra water