From Extraction to Elevation: The 3-in-1 Device Transforming Protocols

Makensey Sainsbury Harris LME., NPD.

A Master Esthetician’s perspective on how the PMD Wave Pro elevates every stage of the professional facial.

In an industry where technology evolves quickly and client expectations climb even faster, versatility is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Today’s professional needs tools that work smarter, not harder, and that integrate seamlessly into both foundational facials and advanced modalities.

Enter the PMD Wave Pro—a device that truly earns the title of “the ultimate multitasking tool” in the treatment room. With three intelligent modes—Extract, Infuse, and Lift—the Wave Pro helps professionals refine, elevate, and dramatically enhance each phase of the facial experience.

This is more than a pore-clearing spatula. It’s a full-spectrum enhancement tool designed to amplify professional outcomes, improve product penetration, refine,sculpt and tone, to help clients leave the table visibly transformed.

Clinical Sequencing: How to Integrate Each Mode Into a Professional Facial

One of the biggest advantages of the Wave Pro is how seamlessly each mode supports the natural progression of a professional treatment. Every facial, whether corrective, restorative, or glow-focused, follows the same essential rhythm:

Cleanse → Prep → Treat → Nourish → Finishing Touch

The Wave Pro amplifies each of those steps with precision.

  • Extract Mode

    Best for: Deep cleansing, pore clearing, prep before actives or peels.

    Use on damp skin to gently dislodge sebum, congestion, and buildup—without the inflammation or tissue trauma of traditional manual extractions.

    Professional benefit:

    - Creates a clean canvas for acids, enzymes, peptides, or LED
    - Reduces congestion while preserving barrier integrity
    - Improves skin receptivity for the next treatment phase

    This is especially helpful on clients with stubborn blackheads or compacted pores, where manual extractions alone are insufficient or too aggressive.

  • Infuse Mode

    Best for: Delivering high-quality serums deeper into the skin.

    This mode uses positive-ion technology and gentle sonic vibration to help enhance absorption and push your corrective actives where they work best.

    Professional benefit:

    - Boosts the efficacy of professional-grade formulas
    - Allows deeper penetration without compromising safety
    - Enhances the “immediate results” clients crave

    Think of Infuse mode as your booster step—taking what you already use and helping it work better.

  • Lift Mode

    Best for: Sculpting, toning, and finishing a treatment with visible lift.

    Using E-Wave™ microcurrent-style stimulation, Lift mode helps tone facial muscles and refine contours, making it the perfect final step for clients who want a firmer, more lifted appearance.

    Professional benefit:

    - Enhances cheekbone and jawline definition
    - Helps combat facial fatigue and laxity
    - Adds a premium, luxury finish to any treatment

The Professional Advantage: Why the Wave Pro Belongs in Every Treatment Room

The Wave Pro stands out because it solves three universal needs in one compact handpiece:

- Deep yet gentle extractions without trauma
- Enhanced infusion that increases treatment efficacy
- A sculpting finish clients can see immediately

For the professional:

It saves time, elevates results, and builds client loyalty through visible performance.

The PMD Wave Pro the ultimate multitasking tool every professional should have—a device that elevates any facial, enhances every protocol, and empowers clients to feel the difference instantly.

Case Examples: Full Treatment vs. Add-On Protocols

Because of it’s versatility, the Wave Pro can be positioned two ways for your clients:

A full stand-alone treatment

or

A high-impact add-on upgrade

Below are examples of both.

A. Full Treatment Example: “The Wave Pro Sculpt & Glow Facial”

Total time: 45–60 minutes
Perfect for: First-time clients, maintenance clients, or anyone wanting visible rejuvenation without downtime.

Protocol Overview:
1. Cleanse – Begin with a professional gel or milk cleanser.Double cleanse.
2. Extract Mode – Clear pores and remove buildup. Readys the skin for treatment.
3. Enzyme or mild AHA – Light exfoliation to enhance radiance.
4. Infuse Mode – Apply hydrating + peptide-rich serum.
5. Lift Mode – Sculpt cheeks, jawline, brows.
6. LED (optional) – Boost collagen and calm inflammation.
7. Finish with SPF & moisturizer

B. Add-On Treatment Example: “PMD Wave Pro Add-On Protocol”

These are fast, profitable upgrades that fit seamlessly into any service.

Add-On 1: “Wave Pro Extraction Boost”

Time: +7 minutes
Use Extract mode after your second cleanse to clear congestion, dead skin & debris to amplify clarity and brightness.

Pairs well with:

- Acne facials
- Brightening facials
- Balancing facials

Add-On 2: “Infuse Booster”

Time: +5 minutes
Use Infuse mode to enhance serum performance and maximize absorption.

Pairs well with:

- Hydration facials
- Anti-aging treatments
- Vitamin C facials
- Microdermabrasion sessions where the skin is more available to absorb

Add-On 3: “Lift Finish”

Time: +5 minutes
Use Lift mode as a sculpting, toning finale.

Pairs well with:

- Signature facial
- Red carpet facials
- Gua sha or lymphatic drainage, facials with emphasis on massage and tone
- Lifting or tightening treatments such as RF