2. Petrissage (PAY-tre-sahzh) is a light or heavy kneading
and rolling of the muscles. It is used on the face, the
arms, the shoulders and the upper back. Petrissage is
probably the most important of the massage movements,
as it deeply stimulates the muscles, nerves and skin
glands and promotes the circulation of blood and
lymph. It is done by kneading the muscles between the
thumb and fingers or by pressing the palm of the hand firmly
over the muscles, then grasping and squeezing with the heel
of the hand and the fingers.
3. Tapotement (tah-POHT-mant), or percussion, is a light
tapping or slapping movement applied with the finger-
tips or partly flexed fingers. The movement is usually
carried out with the hands swinging freely from the wrist in
a rapid motion. Tapotement increases blood circulation,
stimulates the nerves and promotes muscle contraction.
It should not be used when the client needs soothing. Hack-
ing is a form of tapotement that is similar to a chopping
movement with the edge of the hands used on the arms, back
and shoulders.
4. Friction (FRIK-shun) is a circular, deep rubbing move-
ment with no gliding, usually carried out with the finger-
tips or palms of the hands.
Friction is used most often on the
scalp, hands or with less pressure during a facial massage.
5. Vibration is a shaking movement in the arms of the cos-
metologist while the fingertips or palms are touching the
client. Vibration should only be used in facial massage for a
few seconds in one location, as it is very stimulating to the skin.
The following points should be kept in mind during the massage:
·
Massage should never be performed over an area
exhibiting redness, swelling, pus, disease, bruises
and/or broken or scraped skin.
·
Avoid massage if client has high blood pressure, heart
condition or has had a stroke, since massage increases
circulation and could present a risk for the client.
·
Massage movements should be directed toward the
origin of the muscles in order to avoid damage to muscle
tissues.
·
When giving facial manipulations, an even tempo or rhythm is essential for the
relaxation of the client. Do not remove the hands from the face once the manipulations
have begun and, if it becomes necessary, feather the hands off the face and gently replace
them on the skin with the same feather-like movements.
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SALON FUNDAMENTALS
Friction
Petrissage
Tapotement
Vibration
