Facials Introduction
Although facials have been used to work wonders since ancient times, facials in the 21st Century have embraced amazing new medical research and technology that leave clients extremely satisfied with remarkable results. In the 1970s, High Frequency evolved, to disinfect and heal blemishes. The Facial Brush, a rotating brush created to lightly exfoliate, emerged in the 80s and in the 90s. Microdermabrasion utilized aluminum oxide crystals to exfoliate the skin. Ultrasound enhances the penetration of antioxidants. Steam has been used through the years to soften pores and hydrate the skin. Infrared Pulsed Light (IPL) helps to stimulate collagen and reduce redness.
Facial FAQs
How do facials work?
By using a variety of products and techniques uniquely designed to match your skin’s specific needs, facials can remove dead skin cells, debris, and other contaminants that leave your skin looking dull and mottled. Your complexion can appear clearer and more radiant, and in some cases, specific conditions such as mild acne and severely dry or oily skin can be successfully treated when facials are repeated regularly.
How are facials performed?
Your skin’s needs are as unique as you are and after a thorough consultation and exam, you will enjoy a custom facial designed to target your needs. Facials involve a series of specific treatments, each one designed to complement the preceding treatment. In most cases, professional facials begin with a thorough and deep cleansing to remove many of the impurities trapped in your skin’s pores. Once your skin is clean, your clinician will use a magnifier and/or bright light to see specific areas of your skin in order to identify the conditions that need to be treated. Once these conditions are recognized, the clinician will develop a program using the products best suited to your skin type.
The next step involves exfoliation, a gentle process that removes the dead skin cells on your skin’s surface. Exfoliation allows fresh, new, vibrant skin to emerge, resulting in a clearer complexion. In some cases, the clinician may also use extract blackheads and whiteheads, unclogging pores and preventing the development of more serious acne. Following exfoliation and extraction, your skin will be massaged to increase circulation and loosen any remaining debris. Next, your skin is soothed and cleansed even more deeply with a mask which is used to replenish your skin’s natural nutrients while moisturizing your skin. The final step is that a toner will be applied to complete the treatment, leaving your skin feeling soft and smooth.
What will the results be like?
Following your facial, your skin will better and your skin tone will be brighter and fresher. Most individuals report results lasting for several weeks and repeated treatments will prolong your outcome. A facial cleans, exfoliates, and nourishes to promote clear, well-hydrated skin.
What is the recovery like?
There is no downtime or recovery time associated with facials and many patients have a facial performed during their lunch hour. Most individuals report feeling much more relaxed and rested following their treatment. How often should facials be performed? Because the results of facials are temporary, to achieve the optimal benefits they should be performed every few weeks. Depending on your situation, many clinicians recommend undergoing a facial every four to six weeks or at least one time per quarter.
What are the advantages of facials over other similar treatments?
Facials are relaxing and soothing and do not involve the discomfort or recovery time that may be associated with other procedures. Facials can be performed on almost all skin types and can be used to complement more expensive treatments to extend the results of those procedures. Who is a candidate for facials? Facials can be an ideal treatment for nearly any person of nearly any age to improve complexions. Individuals with active acne may want to discuss having a facial with their doctor before undergoing treatment, as some products may cause irritation.
What areas of the body do facials treat?
Facials and the products they use have been specifically designed to treat the delicate skin of the face and neck however, there are similar products and treatments designed to specifically treat other areas, including the hands, neck, chest, and shoulders.