Why a facial in the first place?

A facial simply gives your skin a deeper cleansing than what we simply do during a regular bath. A nice facial will include cleansing and exfoliation, which helps in unclogging blocked pores and removing dead skin cells. It is also known as the best way to get rid of skin conditions such as acne. The skin is cleaned so well at the end of the exercise you feel fresh and clean. Below are different kinds of facials you can choose from.

Regular Cleansing

Woman Getting Facial

A good clean up will gently cleanse, exfoliate and moisturize your skin. Then steaming is done to help in clearing those blackheads and whiteheads we all have from time to time. This kind of clean up easily prevents skin problems from occurring by nipping them in the bud. The process involves cleansing the facial skin under steam after which scrub granules are massaged gently over the skin. After the scrub is removed another cleanser is applied and the skin is exfoliated with a soft rotating brush and massaged. This is done to all skin types and is best done to people under the age of 25. The advantage of this facial is that it reduces tanning of the skin. It removes blackheads and gives your skin a perfect glow.

Normal Facials

This is the simplest of all types of facials and it includes a simple cleansing, steam and massage. It is the best option for people with normal skin that is not prone to acne. The difference between a normal facial and a clean up is that the skin is massaged for a slightly longer period of time.

Special Facials

There are specific facials that go a step further from the normal facials and could include specially formulated creams that are used to moisturize the skin. Face packs are applied depending on the skin type of the client together with skin rejuvenation techniques. This is recommended for people with sensitive a sensitive skin.

Acne Facials

There some adults and many teenagers who suffer from troubled skin and especially severe cases of acne. This treatment begins with an enzyme or glycolic acid as an exfoliation agent and a warm vapor mist, which is then followed by an extensive manual deep pore extraction, an electric disencrustation and a skin calming anti-bacterial mask. The process gives best results if it is performed fortnightly until the problem subsides.

Collagen Facials

This is a multi-phase process that includes the technique of exfoliation, warm vapor and some deep pore cleansing. It will then involve some lymphatic drainage, massage and self haling paraffin or mineral masque over a freeze dry collagen sheet to ensure you get an ideal hydrating effect. It is normal in this kind of facial to use liquid nutrients in the form of vials so that they are absorbed quickly into the skin.  This becomes a very important preventative treatment against harmful environmental effects such as wrinkles and dark circles. It is recommended for all skin types once in a while.

Bio-lift Facials

The specialist in this kind of facial will add some massage and rejuvenation techniques in addition to regular cleansing. This type of facials normally targets the area under the eyes. The main characteristic of this type of facial is the bio-mask which tones and tightens the skin of your face making you look much younger.

Paraffin Facials

Paraffin facial is offered usually as part of a bridal package during that special day for you. It involves the application of a special paraffin mask on your face over some layers of gauze which helps to seal in the special anti-aging and rejuvenation creams that are applied on your skin. It will assist in better absorption and brings back the youthful radiance of your skin.

AHA Facials AHA (Alpha Hydroxyl Acid) Facial

AHA acids are extracted from fruits and flowers as they are known for their ant-aging properties. In this facial the specialist will use creams that are formulated with Ahs, which will give your skin that smooth and healthy look. They do very well for people who have pigmented skin and those whose skins are prone to wrinkles. Creams containing flower extracts are utilized as they improve the actions of capillaries, the skin texture and tighten skin pores by generating relaxation and calming of the mind.

During the days gone by the fragrance of rose, lavender, jasmine, neroli and etc was used to cure depression, lack of sleep, anxiety and other mental states.  Fresh fruit facials are done with pulps pf fresh fruits such as orange and lime. Fresh fruit facials do very well for sensitive skin which does not tolerate any chemical cosmetics. The fruits are also chosen according to your skin type: bananas for dry skin and orange for oily skin.

Anti-oxidant and pollution-fighting Facial

In this facial they use creams and masks that are enriched with free radical fighting agents like Vitamin A, Vitamin E and beta-carotene.  The first step involves removal of pollutants and then the skin is cleansed in this procedure. This is highly recommended for people who work in the outdoors.

Galvanic Facials

In this facial a galvanic gadget is used through which a steady galvanic current is utilized to introduce some water soluble substances through the skin. In enhances your skin’s capacity to absorb and will improve the penetration of products that are used. It becomes any specific treatments for particular skin challenges become much easier. Dry and dehydrates skins benefit very much from this procedure as it improves the retention of moisture and removes congestion.

Gold Facials

This is a special kind of facial that uses creams that contain 24-carat pure gold which penetrates the skin easily. It has some very powerful rejuvenating properties. Gold has a strong and lasting effect on lymphatic drainage which facilitates the removal of toxins and wastes fro your skin. The gold facial helps to restore your youthful skin qualities such as softness, smoothness, elasticity, resilience and radiance.