Face Mapping

What is Face Mapping?

Face Mapping has been developed by the International Dermal Institute exclusively for Dermalogica. At Escape we will analyse every inch of my client’s skin by dividing the face into 14 distinct zones. This procedure provides an objective overview of your skin type and condition. This not only enhances the effectiveness of every facial treatment we offer at Escape but also enables me to provide the correct advice and prescription of home care products in order for you to follow a regime at home based on your actual needs and not just from sheer guess work that may happen on some occasions if and when you have received over the counter advice.

Here is a diagram and description of all the different zones, outlining what we are looking for in each area:

Zones 1 and 3 – Left and right side of forehead.

This is a common area for congestion and dehydration. Congestion can occur from not cleansing thoroughly in the area, particularly if you wear eyebrow makeup and heavy foundation. Also ensure cleanser is removed effectively.

Zone 2 – between the eyebrows.

This is a common area for congestion, excess oil and ingrown hairs. Excess oil production is caused by fluctuating hormone levels and poor hygiene resulting in breakouts. Vertical lines indicate dehydration to the area

Zones 4 and 10 – left and right ear.

Comedones and congestion can be seen in this area. Comedones can be very common in the ears because shampoo and makeup collects in the ear well. If you use a telephone headset or a mobile hands free regularly, comedones may be evident behind the ear.

Sensitivity on the ear lobes may occur due to nickel allergies.

Zones 5 and 9 – right and left cheek.

This is a common area for broken capillaries, congestion, milia and dehydration. Broken capillaries and congestion will generally be seen on a smoker’s skin or someone who lives with a smoker. Allergies, sinus problems or getting over a chest infection will also cause the afore-mentioned skin conditions to occur. If you have milia or congestion in the cheek area, this may have been caused by a blusher or foundation that contains comedogenic ingredients. Sporadic breakouts in the lower cheek area can be due to prolonged use of a telephone.

Zones 6 and 8 – right and left eye.

Milia, fine lines and dark circles maybe evident in this area.

Makeup that contains comedogenic ingredients such as synthetic colours can cause milia in the eye area. The skin around the eye is the thinnest part on the body and therefore, needs greater protection from the elements. Using an eye cream especially with an SPF 15 and sunglasses will help to minimise the fine lines and prevent against dehydration.

Dark circles or congestion under the eye are generally hereditary. However lack of sleep and smoking may also be a contributory factor.

Zone 7 – nose and upper lip.

This is a common area for congestion, comedones, broken capillaries and pigmentation. The nose area tends to have the most congestion due to excess sebum production, with the base of the nostrils having broken capillaries from the client trying to extract their own blackheads and also from excessive blowing of the nose.

Comedones along the lip line indicates the use of lipsticks etc that contain comedogenic ingredients and pigmentation and hair growth on the top lip is usually caused by the oral contraceptive and fluctuations in hormone levels.

Zones 11 and 13 – left and right side of chin.

This area is prone to congestion and breakouts. Congestion maybe due to poor cleansing of the skin, leaving makeup and cleanser residue on the jaw line. Breakouts along the jaw bone near the ear may indicate a problem with a wisdom tooth or you may have had recent dental surgery or an x-ray.

Zone 12 – chin.

This is a common area for congestion and breakouts. This can be due to improper cleansing, makeup which contains comedogenic ingredients or leaning head on hands.

Zone 14 – neck and chest.

A common area for breakout activity, pigmentation and signs of aging.

This zone is the first area to show signs of aging because the skin is very delicate and exposed to the sun. A minimum SPF15 should be applied to the area daily to protect the skin and to prevent aging and pigmentation in the area. This area can also be affected by prickly heat when on holiday and pigmentation may appear due to using a perfumed fragrance in the area for many years.