7 Benefits of getting a Facial

 Did you know there are many hidden health benefits to this magical beauty treatment?  If you’re anything like me, you’ll love getting a facial!  I suggest getting a facial at least once every four to six weeks, and for good reason.  Many of these hidden advantages will blow your mind.  Without making you wait anymore, these are the top seven benefits of treating yourself to regular facials. 

 Acne can be super annoying to deal with and can sometimes wreak havoc on our self-confidence.  If you’re hoping to clear up your skin, then a facial is a good place to start.  I know exactly which products to use to help combat your problem areas.  Throughout this treatment, you’ll receive a professional cleansing, skin analysis, extraction, acne treatment mask, LED treatment, Serum, Moisturizer and SPF — all of which work together to help clear the dirt in your pores.  Your skin will receive a much deeper cleanse than you could ever achieve by yourself at home.  A cleansing facial is ideal for cleaning up any excess oil buildup and removing bacteria that could irritate your skin.  Plus, a proper exfoliation treatment will help clear any dead skin cells from the surface of your skin and help unclog your pores.  Your skin will absorb the nutrients of all the creams and lotions used throughout the facial. This helps to ensure your face receives the full benefit of all these glorious products.  If acne is an issue for you, I recommend a facial that includes a Salicylic Acid Exfoliation. These are perfect for reducing the appearance of spots.

Getting a facial is a great way to spend an hour or two away from the hustle and bustle of everyday stress.  The combination of massage therapy and a tranquil environment is the perfect combination for some much-needed rest and relaxation.  Not only is relaxation perfect for your mental health, but it’ll also help improve the quality of your skin.  Stress is one of the major factors that induce acne breakouts and is said to worsen skin disorders including psoriasis and dermatitis.  Taking a moment to relax and unwind properly is definitely a good idea.

Naturally, as we grow older, our skin appears to look looser and less defined. One of the reasons this occurs is because our collagen levels begin to deplete.   The skincare products I use in facials help the production of collagen and consequently rejuvenate our skin and promote a tighter feel to the face.

 Our bodies possess a sophisticated network that helps dispense any unwanted toxins.  This is known as the lymphatic system.  When this system works correctly, it helps to purify and regenerate skin tissue.  I suggest picking a facial that provides a bit of manual lymphatic drainage.  This is a facial massage that’ll help reduce any bloating around the face and expel any toxins that could be causing acne.

 As we age our skin becomes prone to oxidative damage.  This occurs when too many free radicals accumulate in our skin.  This results in us looking old and tired prematurely.  When you add oxidative damage with a decrease in collagen production, we have the perfect breeding ground for wrinkles and fine lines.  A professional facial using high-quality anti-aging creams to combat these issues.  Typically these creams and lotions include the following nutrients:

• Vitamins
• Polyphenols
• Flavonoids
• Retinol
• Peptides

All of these ingredients work together to tackle any signs of aging on your face, so you can stay looking fresh and youthful for a long time.  This is why I recommend that you begin treating yourself to regular facials, especially if you’re age 25 or over. The sooner you start these treatments the better condition your skin will stay.

The areas around our eyes suffer the most damage on our face.   From dark circles, puffiness, and crows feet — this area really takes a bashing.  There are plenty of products you can buy off the shelf to help combat this problem, but they don’t come close to a professional facial.  Using the right eye cream is perfect for improving the smoothness of this sensitive skin and combatting the appearance of wrinkles.  As a professional Aesthetician, I will know exactly which techniques, treatments and solutions to use to make the skin around your eyes look fresh and youthful. 

If you suffer from poor circulation, it will start to show on your skin.  Your face will begin to look pale and unhealthy because your skin isn’t getting the nutrients it needs to look fresh and alive.  A facial massage is fabulous for improving circulation and vascular function which will help your skin get the nourishment it needs to look its best.