Facial cleansing is one of the most popular treatments that individuals undergo at day spas and salons. While massage may be the most popular, facial treatment is a very close runner up. Many individuals think--I clean my face every day, why would I need to undergo a facial? For those who believe that a facial is a glorified facial cleansing, it’s important to know that it’s much more than that. In most spas a facial is not simply a facial. It includes little special extras such as a thorough cleaning, mask designed for your skin, product recommendations and even a little make over with make-up. It is provided by a licensed esthetician who has additional experience in skin care.
Typically this enjoyable experience will start with a consultation where the esthetician examines your skin to determine which type of facial is best for your individual skin type and any special skin conditions. The next step will be an exfoliation to help remove damaged and dead skin cells from your face. Exfoliation will reveal clean fresh smooth skin that will be fun to see and touch. After the exfoliation this is the time to have any black heads removed if you desire or have that need. The next step is typically a facial massage. This will truly relax you and get your skin ready for the mask that is specially designed for your exact skin type. After that it is time for any toners and moisturizers that will make your skin look great.
It is recommended that individuals undergo facial cleansing every 4-6 weeks to keep facial skin looking its best. It is relatively inexpensive treatment; you can expect to pay around $50-90 for a 1 hour facial depending upon your area and the little extras the package includes. Your first facial will take a little longer because your esthetician will want to get to know your skin. It may take approximately and hour to an hour and a half. Most spas do include those little extras such as a nice relaxing massage of your face, neck and even arms.
Once you have had your first facial cleansing you will be ready for monthly facials. Some spas offer a free makeover and offer variations on the facials even offering a petite facial which is usually a facial without the exfoliation, or a quick facial that you can have done on your lunch break. Some places offer a special collagen treatment where special collagen sheets are applied to your face to leave you looking your best. There are also special facials for the summer time when you have suffered from sun damage from relaxing in the sun for too long.
Having a facial is a very relaxing experience. And don't leave your husband or boyfriend behind, there are special facials designed for men too. After your man has his first facial he will be begging you to go to the salon for your next visit. And just remember a facial cleansing will give you the opportunity to escape in a pain free way that will leave you looking and feeling great. |
