Is it necessary to get a facial? The skin on your face is always exposed no matter what weather, so it needs extra care. But let’s face it - how dedicated can you be on daily basis towards your facial skin? How regularly do you exfoliate or use a skincare mask? Even if you have your ten-step skincare routine in check and look forward to your weekly DIY Friday night facial, there is no denying the importance of getting a professional facial treatment. Why? Let’s take a look...

Why professional facials are necessary

At the very least, getting a professional facial will help you to figure out the unique needs of your own skin and how best to look after it. Beyond this, facials are necessary to maintain your skin’s overall health.

Here are a few reasons professional facials can be a skincare game-changer when it comes to putting your best face forward:

1. Tailored skincare to suit your skin

We all have different skin. Some of us have dry skin, whilst others have oily, acne-prone skin.

Your licensed aesthetician will take the time to analyse your skin type and tailor your facial treatment to your skin. The tailored treatment and care doesn’t end with your facial session. Your aesthetician will also pick products, serums and treatments for you to take with you. Best of all, you’ll go away with added confidence in knowing how to take daily care of your rejuvenated skin at home. A facial treatment will enable you to understand how your skin responds to the care products, which products you want to commit to and which skin care line you wish to choose. If you are unsure of what products to chose, most skincare therapists will offer skincare product samples - so you can try them out and see how your skin responds & feels. This way you can be sure the products you chose to invest in are the the best ones for you!

2. Hit the reset button

It is important to make sure that the condition of your skin is ready to enable effective penetration of the products you plan to use in your home skincare routine. To achieve this, your skin may need a little help to reset. Food sensitivities and hormonal imbalances all wreak havoc on our skin’s complexion and tone. Extremes of cold and hot weather causes dehydrating and dryness. The next time you feel your facial skin is getting dry / oily / acne prone it might be time to hit the reset button by booking your facial appointment! This will also help you to learn about what other treatment options are available for the specific needs of your skin (e.g. anti-aging, acne scars, sunspots, etc.)

3. Truly deep clean

A professional deep cleanse facial helps clear away all the dust, debris, and environmental toxins which can be clogging up your skin. The result is facial skin which is fresher and cleaner in appearance and feel - not only on the surface but also from deep within.

Do you ever look in the mirror and feel a strong urge to squeeze out those pesky little blackheads? As tempting as it is – don’t! Trying to extract these yourself can lead to irritated and scarred skin - leave this job to the professionals. With specialist tools and methods, we gently remove blackheads and whiteheads without causing any additional issues to your skin - so you can enjoy a clearer, smoother complexion. And what’s more, we also carefully sterilize your skin afterwards to minimize any risk of breakouts and dark spots.

4. Boost your cellular health

As licensed aestheticians, we perform a full-face massage (including head, face, neck, decollete) at the end of your facial for the following reasons:

· Lymphatic drainage

· Removal of toxins

· Improved circulation

· Toning of the skin

The final results are a brighter, plumper, more radiant, and more youthful complexion.

5. The ultimate way to relax

When you think of relaxation, you often consider getting a body massage. But did you know that getting a facial helps to relax your facial muscles? This melts away stress & anxiety and allows your mind to relax. Along with massaging your face, decollete, neck, and scalp, if you ask you can even get a hand and foot massage. So the next time you’re seeking a relaxation session, consider getting a facial!

How often should you consider getting a facial?

As a best practice, you should consider a deep cleansing facial every six weeks. If you suffer from skin conditions (e.g. anti-aging, acne, etc.) your skincare therapist may advise you to begin a skin treatment plan with a regular at-home facial and skincare routine.