Are Facials Good For Your Skin Long-Term? by NUME-Lab Switzerland
Antiaging Skincare Pyramid
Facials are a skincare treatment that involves applying various skincare products and techniques to improve the appearance and health of the skin on your face. Usually, it consists of cleansing, steaming, pore extractions, serums, masks, and moisturizing.
Facials have been around for thousands of years, with ancient civilizations like the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans practicing different forms of skin care. Today, with the rise of luxury spas and beauty salons, facials are one of the most popular and best skin treatments. Plus, we can choose between different types of facials.
But, are facials really healthy and good for your skin in the long run? What’s the best facial for your skin type? How often should you get a facial? And, how much is too much?
Let’s jump right in!
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Benefits of Facials
First, let’s look at all the short-term benefits you can get with facials. Note that one type of facial usually won’t address all of the concerns below. There are different facials that target different concerns and are suitable for different skin types. Generally speaking, here are some advantages of facials:
1
Better skin circulation and nourishment
Facials can improve skin circulation and nourishment through massage which activates the lymphatic system and results in plumper and more youthful skin.
2
Skin exfoliation
The second benefit of most facials is using chemical or mechanical exfoliators to speed up skin regeneration. Exfoliating during a facial removes dead skin cells, revealing smoother, brighter skin.
3
Deep cleansing and unclogging of pores
A good facial will also deeply cleanse your face from all impurities, dirt, and sebum accumulated in your pores. Unclogged pores mean fewer blackheads, whiteheads, and breakouts!
4
Preventing and treating acne breakouts
Facials can help prevent and treat acne breakouts by removing impurities and promoting clearer skin. Additionally, there are many active ingredients dermatologists can use during facials to diminish the appearance of acne and pimples.
5
Skin hydration and moisturization
Note that exfoliation isn’t the only thing you can achieve with facials. Depending on the type of treatment, you can also get a hydrating facial and leave the derm’s office with moisturized and refreshed skin.
6
Anti-aging and anti-wrinkle effects
Anti-aging and anti-wrinkle facials can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles through the use of ingredients like retinol and collagen. That’s why facials can be a great option for aging skin.
7
Better product absorption
Facials allow for better absorption of skincare products, as they help remove impurities and prepare the skin to receive maximum benefits.
8
Improving the skin complexion
With the help of facials, you can successfully fade dark spots and reduce hyperpigmentation caused by UV exposure. The result will be skin brightening, and a clear and improved overall complexion.
9
Plumper and firmer skin
Thanks to the boost of circulation and hydration your skin gets during a facial, you’ll also experience plumper and tighter skin on your face. These skin firming effects of facials might not last long, but they’re definitely a plus.
10
Stress relief and relaxation
Last but not least, most facials use aromatherapy and are a great way to release stress and relax. In our book, this is definitely a plus!
Long-Term Effects of Facials
In terms of how long the effects of a facial treatment last, unfortunately, they’re not permanent. You still need to do facials or use suitable skincare products regularly if you wish to maintain your results. For instance, if you’re doing a facial for getting rid of blackheads, you can expect to have the pores clogged again within some weeks. That’s normal because of the daily use of makeup and the accumulation of dirt and sweat in your pore glands. Naturally, you’ll need another treatment.
With that said, there are several semi-permanent effects from certain types of facials that might last longer. For instance:
- A better overall complexion and an even skin tone;
- Reduced dark spots and hyperpigmentation;
- Less fine lines and wrinkles;
- A better skin texture;
- More hydrated and moisturized skin;
It’s important to note that when it comes to the longevity of the benefits you’ll get from a facial, the tools, techniques, and products used all matter equally.
Side Effects and Dangers of Facials
Although facials offer many benefits, they can also trigger many side effects and worsen certain conditions. So, if you have sensitive skin, be careful of:
- Over-exfoliating your skin
- Causing dryness, irritation, and flaky skin
- Causing breakouts or purging
- Scarring and dark spots caused by harsh chemicals
- Allergic reactions
- Unsuitable facial treatment
- Using unsterilized tools and equipment
How to Choose the Right Facial?
To use facials safely and minimize your chances of experiencing side effects, it’s important to choose the right facial and the right dermatologist or beauty technician. Here are some tips to help you out:
- Do research on the dermatologist: it’s important to visit an experienced professional who can assess your skin type and recommend the best course for treatments;
- Choose a facial that fits your skin type: if you have already dry skin, don’t choose harsh facials with high AHA and BHA concentrations (this will dry out your skin even further);
- Identify your concerns and targets: before getting a facial, it’s important to identify your concerns and decide what you want to achieve with the treatment;
- Choose the most appropriate treatment for your concern: for instance, choose brightening ingredients for hyperpigmentation, or extractions + retinoids for acne-prone skin;
- Carefully select the products used: avoid harsh and toxic ingredients and stick to clean beauty skincare;
- Start with less invasive facials: always start slowly to test how your skin is going to react;
Decide on the correct treatment frequency: consult your dermatologist and see how your skin reacts to determine how often you’ll need to get facials;
Here at NUME-Lab Switzerland, we suggest to Decide on the correct treatment frequency: consult your dermatologist and see how your skin reacts to determine how often you’ll need to get facials;
Conclusion: Are Facials Good for Your Skin Long-Term?
Although facials can provide many benefits when done right, unfortunately, they have to be done regularly to maintain their benefits long-term. Having a facial once or twice a year won’t do much in terms of long-term effects.
So, in a way, facials are similar to skincare. You need to do them regularly, at least once a month, in order to feel their benefits in the long run.
Integrate Facials with Best Anti-Aging Skincare
From the first touch, this minimalist skincare routine helps improve the health of your skin from the inside out. By boosting your skin cells’ regeneration and providing 24/7 hydration, this regenerating anti-aging treatment set will immediately reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, brighten dark spots, and illuminate your skin to get that revitalized, youthful glow you’ve always wanted.
STEP 1: CLEANSING to deeply cleanse the skin, remove impurities, unclog pores and minimize their size, protect from environmental factors, and prepare the skin to absorb better any treatment that follows.
STEP 2: TREATING/MOISTURIZING to brighten dark spots, repair skin photoaging damages, restore skin firmness by activating elastin and collagen, and get a plump and moisturized skin with an even complexion.
STEP 3: EXFOLIATING to resurface the upper, healthy layer of the skin, minimize scarring, dark spots, remove blackheads, and stimulate fibroblasts to produce increased amounts of collagen.
STEP 4: EYE CARE to nourish, regenerate, depuff your under eyes, diminish the appearance of dark circles, restore skin firmness, relax your expression lines and reduce wrinkles.
