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     Why are facials important?

You exercise often, you eat right and you get frequent haircuts, so why wouldn’t you get a facial? As with most other beauty and health matters, facials help prevent and treat common problems. Facials are important because they keep on top of things that happen seasonally.

Take the fall season, for example. When you turn the heat on for the first time in October, you might notice a change in your skin. Inside heat can dehydrate skin and facials can drastically correct a lack of moisture. And every April when the weather warms up a bit, skin can get oilier and create breakouts. Facials can help with these and many other skin ailments.

    What are the benefits?

A smoother texture, proper hydration, a glowing complexion, fewer breakouts, and firmer skin. Regular treatments work. The goal is to age gracefully.

How often should you get one?

Your facial routine will depend on your skin type, For dry skin or dehydrated skin, it is more important to be diligent in winter more than summer. In summer it is more important for oily skin to get facials to prevent pore congestion and breakouts. Facials prevent problems for everyone.

What to know before you go

Facials are relaxing and good for you, but there can be a few uncomfortable moments in the process. But don’t worry, they’ll be well worth it in the end.

One seemingly unpleasant part: Extractions, when your esthetician deep cleans your pores. There’s a reason you shouldn’t pick at your skin at home; extractions should only be done by a trained professional esthetician.

There has to be the right pressure and angle to achieve great results. The skin is properly prepared and softened for successful extraction. Premature extraction can cause scarring.

Another thing to consider: there’s some redness that follows a facial. But don’t worry, it’ll go away in about a day! If your skin has much more breakouts, it may take a few more days to heal what was already there. But it should start improving with facials unless it’s a systemic problem. In that case, the esthetician would be able to share with you some clinical options that you made need.

Make your results last

If you’re investing into a great quality facial, make sure you're getting your money’s worth. It’s like going to the dentist for a cleaning and only brushing at home a few times a week. You can’t expect the results to last if you go home and sleep in your makeup or wash with a bar of soap. For maximum results, Facials paired with recommended products for your skin type will achieve your skin goals.

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