Wood Therapy Facial

Colombian Facial Wood Therapy Lesson

Facial wood therapy is a manual technique that uses specially shaped wooden tools to stimulate the deeper layers of the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and lymphatic system. This treatment combines aesthetic benefits with neuromuscular relaxation, offering a natural and non-invasive alternative to aesthetic medicine procedures.

In this lesson, the student will learn about the types of tools used in facial wood therapy, the biomechanics of manual application, lymphatic drainage directions, contraindications, and the principles of safe treatment for various skin types.

What you’ll learn – theory

• Definition of wood therapy facial massage
• History of wood therapy
• Wooden tools used in facial massage
• Wood therapy facial massage techniques
• Treatment areas
• Anatomical structures
• Facial muscles
• Skin anatomy
• Skin disorders
• Contraindications for facial massage
• Safety and hygiene standards
• Skin types and diagnostic methods
• Skin aging processes
• Client qualification for the massage
• Treatment area setup
• Products used in the massage
• Step-by-step wood therapy facial massage procedure
• Post-massage skincare
• Post-treatment recommendations
• Combining wood therapy facial massage with other procedures

What you’ll learn – practice

• Treatment area setup
• Materials needed for the massage
• Client skin preparation
• Step-by-step wood therapy facial massage application