Facial treatments should not be reserved for special occasions only. Once in a while, treat your skin to these rejuvenating processes. Not only will you feel good, but these skin care treatments will make sure your skin looks radiant and glows.
You are the best judge to decide when and what facial you require. If your skin feels too dehydrated, dull or dry, give it the treatment it deserves. Now the question arises which facial to opt for. The choices are many, from deep cleansing facials to other more specific ones, therefore it is best to understand what each type of facial entails in order to make an informed decision.
1. Hydrating Facials: Boost Your Skin’s Moisture
A hydrating facial is a treatment designed to hydrate skin in order to boost the moisture levels. Keeping the skin hydrated is the key to having radiant skin and that is what this specialized treatment focuses on. It will start with deep cleansing to get rid of the impurities on the face. Hydrating facials involves the use of nourishing products. Clinics and skin care specialists may use aloe vera, hyaluronic acid or vitamins to revitalise your skin. A hydrating facial can include deep cleansing, nourishing masks, exfoliation, use of serums and facial massage etc.
Benefits
- Fine Lines and wrinkles become less obvious.
- Prevents breakout
- Detoxifies
- Enhances skin glow
2. Chemical Peels: Reveal a Fresh, Brighter Complexion
As evident from the name, chemical peels also called chemexfoliation requires the use of chemicals to peel off the outer layer of the skin. Once it comes off, a more youthful skin is revealed.
A dermatologist will determine the depth of the peel required for your treatment. The process starts with a thorough cleansing of the face. A chemical solution is applied to cause controlled injury penetrating through skin layers to achieve the desired result.
The choice of chemical and the depth of penetration is decided by the mutual consent of your health professional and you together. It may be decided considering factors like your end goal, whether you want a subtle improvement or a dramatic one as well as the skin condition being treated.
Benefits
- Improves fine lines.
- Used for certain type of acnes
- Improves scarring
- Improves sun spots
3. Microdermabrasion: Smooth and Refine Your Skin
Microdermabrasion is a very common non-surgical treatment. A dermatologist uses special equipment to exfoliate the uppermost layer of the skin. There are two techniques used for microdermabrasion, crystal microdermabrasion and diamond microdermabrasion.
Crystal Microdermabrasion: It is spraying of small crystals on the skin that exfoliate the skin and then the devices vacuums up the crystals and the dead skin cells.
Diamond Microdermabrasion: In this method, the skin care expert will use a diamond-tipped wand to remove the top layer of the skin.
Benefits
- Improves fine lines and wrinkles
- Acne or acne scars
- Treats uneven skin
- Improves skin texture and tone
- Reduces hyperpigmentation
4. LED Light Therapy: Combat Acne and Signs of Aging
LED (light-emitting diode) is a safe therapy in which the healthcare provider uses varying lengths of light (red and blue) to treat acne or anti-aging. Red is used to treat anti-aging, while blue light is used for acne treatments. The light used is skin-safe because it is a very low-level light. LED Light therapy is proving to be quite an effective therapy, but follow-ups may be required to maintain healthy skin.
Benefits
- Improves anti-aging signs like wrinkles and fine lines.
- Promotes collagen production
- Gives improved skin tone
- Helps in acne treatment
5. Oxygen Facials: Instantly Refresh and Revive Your Skin
It is a cosmetic procedure that is becoming quite popular in recent times. The process entails giving oxygen to your skin cells. The idea behind this therapy is that fully oxygenated cells appear brighter although this is not scientifically backed. The logic behind the treatment is that when your skin is given oxygen, it results in more cell turnover which boosts collagen production.
During an oxygen facial, your therapist will use a wand or a device to spray high-pressurised oxygen to give you a more nourished skin. The process can last from 30 to 60 minutes. Oxygen facials are proving to be a powerful treatment to improve skin.
Benefits
- Safe treatment
- Anti-aging
- Stimulates collagen production
- Plumps up the skin
6. Collagen-Boosting Treatments: Firm and Rejuvenate
Body’s collagen plays a vital role to have healthy and youthful skin. As we age, collagen decreases and signs of aging start appearing. Collagen can be improved by having certain kinds of food and also by opting for collagen-boosting treatments.
- Microneedling
Collagen Induction therapy (CIT) or microneedling is a minimally invasive process in which a tiny device with micro needles causes micro injuries to the skin that initiates skin’s natural healing process. The process stimulates collagen and elastin production which enhances skin texture.
- RF Radio Frequency Skin Tightening
RF treatment involves using low-frequency radio waves that give off heat and prompt the body to promote more collagen and elastin. It is a safe and effective anti-aging treatment that can help maintain the skin’s youthful appearance.
