FACIALS

An acne facial is as described, it’s used to help you treat acne. Often referred to as a “decongesting facial” or “deep cleaning” facial, this treatment will generally include extractions and may use high frequency devices to kill bacteria that causes acne. Like with most facials, acne facial treatments will also help you clean out clogged pores and work on other blemishes.​

An anti-aging facial treatment is a great idea for those of you that already have a regular skin care regiment. This facial treatment works to cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate, and brighten skin to give your face a youthful appearance.

Hydrating facial treatments focus on using both exfoliation and hydration, it uses devices similar to those used for microdermabrasion to clean out your pores. It also injects nutrient-rich serum boosters to help rejuvenate the skin. This facial is great for those of you that may be suffering from dry facial skin.

A brightening facial treatment is great for anyone that has hyperpigmentation, skin discoloration, or skin that is dull or not glowing. This facial treatment uses face peels, masks, and acid treatments to give skin a luminous and healthy-looking finish.

While the technology is still relatively new, low-level light therapy is a growing trend. Many clients have praised LED facials, claiming that they fight bacteria, heals scarring, and promotes collagen production. The LED lights come in a few different colors, they represent different wavelengths that enter the skin at different depths, this helps them treat different skin concerns.

As described by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), microdermabrasion is a non-invasive treatment that consists of using a handheld device to gently remove the top layer of skin. The microdermabrasion facial treatment facial will usually take 30-45 minutes to complete. Once you’re done, a moisturizer is then added to your face.

You can read all about lymphatic massages here (including how to perform your own at home), but generally, this centuries-old technique helps aid the body’s natural detox process. “This unique massage technique stimulates lymph flow and enhances the clearance of accumulated waste in the body,” says Ivonne Boujaoude, DNM, health coach at Modern Holistic Health.