Facials
Your skin never stops renewing itself. In fact, every minute it sheds around 40,000 dead cells to renew itself. This constant renewal is what keeps your skin alive and young, but it also means buildup is inevitable.
Daily pollution, stress, makeup and environmental toxins make your skin look dull, wrinkled, and tired. Facials can help brighten your skin and gives it a young, vibrant look.
Continue reading to learn more about facials and how it benefits your skin.
Why Your Skin Needs Facials
The skin on your face is far more delicate than the rest of your body, almost 40% thinner, which means it needs an expert touch to look its best. Facials aren’t just about indulgence. The treatment helps to speed up your skin’s natural renewal process, which happens roughly every 28 days in your younger years.
But here’s the catch: as you get older, that cycle slows. By the time you hit your thirties, it can take up to 45 days for your skin to fully renew itself. That delay can leave your complexion looking dull and tired. Facials help to restore balance and encourage your skin to turn over cells more efficiently and reveal that fresh, healthy layer beneath.
While your at-home skincare routine plays an important role, it can’t match the depth of a professional facial treatment. Facials go far beyond surface-level cleansing.
Studies show that expert extractions alone can remove as much as 95% more blackheads and clogged pores than what you could do on your own. That level of deep cleaning helps prevent future breakouts and leaves your skin looking smoother and more radiant.
Understanding the Different Types of Facials
Facials are available in many forms, each designed to address specific concerns and help you reach your skincare goals. Below are the different types of facials:
Classic European Facials
This is like a foundation treatment. During the treatment, your skin is deeply cleansed, gently exfoliated and extracted before a mask is applied. The treatment takes about an hour, sometimes longer, and gives your esthetician time to really study your skin up close and make sure everything is tailored to your needs. It’s simple, effective and works for almost every skin type.
HydraFacials
This is a modern technology-driven treatment that combines cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, hydration and antioxidant infusion into one seamless experience. Using a unique vortex suction system, it removes impurities while delivering nutrient-rich serums deep into your skin. Clinical results show 94% of clients see smoother, brighter skin after their very first treatment.
Chemical Peels
This is another form of facials, ideal for those who want a more dramatic result. It involves the use of controlled acids to remove damaged skin layers, making way for fresh, evenly-toned skin underneath.
There are lighter peels with almost no downtime, perfect for a superficial skin issues, and deeper peels that can address deeper scar, pigmentations, and signs of aging, delivering amazing results.
The Remarkable Benefits of Professional Facials
Improved blood circulation is one of the least appreciated benefits of facials. By using massage techniques, a 60% increase in facial tissue blood flow is achieved. Skin cells receive more essential nutrients and oxygen through this increased blood flow. This improved circulation gives you that desired post-facial glow that can last for days.
Serums that contain various ingredients that are beneficial to the skin are applied to your skin during facial treatments. These serums help to keep your skin bright, glow, smooth, healthy, and youthful.
Facials offer a hidden advantage, which is stress relief. The quiet environment and soothing techniques induce calm and relaxation, which eases your body’s relaxation response. Reduced chronic stress translates to lower inflammation and reduced breakouts, making this mental reset just as important as the physical benefits.
Choosing the Best Facial for Glowing Skin
The best facial for glowing skin will depend on your skin condition, lifestyle, and end goals. For an instant radiance, oxygen facials deliver pure oxygen, along with vitamins and minerals directly to your skin cells.
This treatment plumps your skin incredibly quickly and makes it look instantaneously bright and healthy for photographs. Many celebrities have oxygen facials before they walk the red carpet because the results are almost instantaneous and very beautiful.
Microdermabrasion facials are ideal for people struggling with uneven skin texture and mild scars, as they provide deeper exfoliation.
This treatment utilizes fine crystals or a diamond tip to exfoliate the outer layer of skin to uncover the smooth and radiant skin underneath. The treatment also promotes collagen production that improves the skin’s appearance for several weeks.
To protect the skin and improve the appearance of the face, Vitamin C facials are also suitable as they help in brightening the face while also acting as a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin C is also important for collagen production and helps fade dark spots and acne scars with the help of stronger facial Vitamin C.
Vitamin C used in facials is much stronger than the Vitamin C used in over-the-counter products.
Who Can Benefit from Regular Facials
Almost everyone can benefit from facials regardless of age, skin type, or skin concern. However, several types of people will notice a larger difference in skin treatment.
Teenagers and young adults will see a greater improvement in their acne, as regular facials will help prevent scarring and reduce the incidence of breakouts by up to 60%.
Facials allow professionals to perform safe extractions of blackheads and imperfections without damaging the surrounding skin. Also, facials are highly efficient in treating hormonal acne- much more than any over-the-counter solution.
Adults in their 20s and 30s typically use facials for prevention and maintenance. By treating the skin at a younger age, clients can slow down the natural aging process by a lot of years. Studies show that those who start regular facials in their 20s, on average, have 40% fewer fine lines at the age of 40 than those who do not.
Mature clients will see dramatic improvements in texture, firmness and brightness. Anti-aging treatments can stimulate collagen production and improve elasticity. Studies show that regular professional treatments can increase skin firmness by up to 25% in six months.
Essential Dos and Don'ts After Your Facial
The way you treat your skin immediately after your facial treatment determines how your skin responds after treatment and long the results will last. Following proper aftercare will help ensure that you achieve the best results and enjoy your results for a long time.
Keep your skin hydrated for at least 48 hours post-treatment. Your skin barrier may be temporarily compromised and needs hydration. Your skin needs to be properly hydrated with mild, fragrance-free products your aesthetician recommends.
Use broad-spectrum sunscreen religiously for at least 1 week post-facial. Several treatments increase photosensitivity, thereby increasing the risk of damage to your skin from the sun. Even indoor lighting can create problems if your skin is sensitive.
Don't use any harsh products, including retinoids, AHAs or BHAs, for 3-7 days, depending on the treatment. Give your skin time to heal and regenerate without any added chemical stress.
Don't do any heavy workouts for a minimum of 24 hours post-treatment. Sweating can irritate your freshly treated skin and also introduce bacteria into your freshly opened pores.
Optimal Facial Frequency for Best Results
Frequency of treatment depends on your skin type, objectives, and concerns. Knowing which frequency is right for you will give you the best results, while also being mindful that your skin has a natural healing process that it must go through.
For maintenance and prevention, a monthly facial will produce the best results for most individuals. This frequency captures your skin's natural 28-day renewal cycle, allowing for healthy cell turnover without overstressing the skin.
For active concerns such as acne or hyperpigmentation, bi-weekly treatments for 6-8 treatments will quite often lead to better outcomes in the timeframe you are looking for. Once you make improvements, you can move to monthly maintenance.
If you’re going for an event, have your treatment done anywhere from 3 - 7 days before the event. This time will allow any redness to subside while also allowing you to maximize the effects of your treatment for your special day.
If you’re looking to maintain a long-term anti-aging regimen, a facial each week for 4-6 treatments, followed by bi-weekly maintenance, can generate significant collagen production and improvements in the skin quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do facial results typically last?
The instant improvements in skin texture and radiance tend to last 7-10 days. The deeper benefits, like boosting collagen production, keep developing for 4-6 weeks after you get the treatment.
Can I put on makeup right after a facial?
It's smart to wait 6-12 hours before applying makeup after your treatment. This gives your skin time to soak up the products and bounce back from any slight irritation.
Is it okay to get facials while pregnant?
Most facials are fine during pregnancy, but steer clear of treatments that use salicylic acid, retinoids, or electric currents. Be sure to inform your provider that you're pregnant.
How is a medical spa facial different from a day spa facial?
Medspa Facials Medical spa facials are typically designed with more active ingredients and progressive technology, as day spa facials are focused on relaxation and the most basic skin needs.
Do facials get rid of acne scars?
Yes, they can. Treatments like chemical peels and microdermabrasion can dramatically improve the appearance of acne scars over time if done consistently.
How much money can I expect to spend on routine facials?
Typically, a good facial costs between $75-200, depending on location and type of treatment. Think of it as an investment in your long-term skin health.
If my skin breaks out after a facial, what action should I take?
Some breakouts are to be expected after a facial since it works to remove blockages, but if the breakout is more than mild, discuss with your aesthetician how to modify subsequent sessions.
Experience Professional Facial Treatment at StrIVe IV and Wellness
At StrIVe IV and Wellness, we acknowledge that every face conveys a unique story. Hence, we tailor our facial treatments to properly care for your unique skin. Our approach combines improved techniques with personalized care. We aim to help you achieve the glowing, healthy, and youthful skin that you desire.
Contact StrIVe IV and Wellness today to schedule your appointment.