Mastering Extractions with Katy Carter
Half-day (4h) masterclass with hands-on practical experience included.
Who this is for:
Qualified skin professionals looking to refine extraction technique, improve client outcomes, and perform extractions with confidence and safety.
Course Overview:
This in-person masterclass is designed to elevate your extraction skills through expert demonstration, guided hands-on practice, and a deeper understanding of when, how, and when not to extract.
What You’ll Learn:
• Foundations of Safe & Effective Extractions
• Understanding lesion types: what can vs shouldn’t be extracted
• Indications and contraindications
• Managing inflammation, infection risk, and skin trauma
• Skin Preparation & Treatment Flow
• Proper skin prep for optimal extraction outcomes
• Choosing the right exfoliation method pre-extraction
• Timing extractions within a treatment for minimal trauma
• Extraction Techniques (Hands-On)
• Manual extraction techniques
• Tool vs finger extraction: pros, cons & correct usage
• Pressure, positioning, and angle for effective release
• How to extract confidently without causing damage
• Managing Challenging Skins
• Congested, acneic, and inflamed skin types
• When to stop extracting - protecting the skin barrier
• Working around compromised or sensitised skin
• Post-Extraction Care & Recovery
• Calming and repairing the skin post-extraction
• Product selection to reduce inflammation and support healing
• Educating clients on post-treatment care
• Troubleshooting & Clinical Tips
• Common mistakes and how to avoid them
• What to do if extractions don’t release
You’ll Walk Away With:
• Stronger, safer extraction technique
• Increased confidence in hands-on treatments
• Clear clinical decision-making around extractions
• Practical skills you can implement immediately in clinic
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