How Often Should You Get Facials?

When you feel like you’ve got the weight of the world on your shoulders, often, it shows up on your face. The daily grind leaves dirt, grime, and dullness behind each and every day. 

Your skin care routine is on point, but even a daily regimen can’t wash the world away. Facials exfoliate, rejuvenate, and hydrate those long days away. And with so many different types to choose from, it can get a bit confusing. 

As much as we’d all love an esthetician in the closet to bring out after a long week, the truth is the spa is a retreat. Removing all those long days requires some TLC. Here’s where your esthetician comes in!

Just like taking care of your body by going in for a massage, a facial is more than a treat. Regularly scheduled treatments leave your skin feeling stronger and more resilient and help you keep major concerns away.

How often should you get a facial? Let’s find out!

What skin concerns are you trying to address?

Depending on what skin concerns you’re trying to correct, you’ll want a different type of facial. As part of your regular skincare routine, they’ll help you achieve your goals! 

We usually categorize facials along the following lines: chemical peels, microdermabrasion, extractions, LED facials, lymphatic massage, and HydraFacials. Each has its benefits; some can be done more frequently than others. Different skin types react differently, so check with your esthetician to see what’s best for you. 

Acne-prone skin

Acne-prone skin is tricky to treat. Contrary to what you might think, it’s not always oily skin that’s susceptible. Very dry skin is sometimes even more likely to be acne-prone! Treating this type of concern with facials is surprisingly easy. 

Chemical peels remove a layer of dead cells allowing fresh, new skin to breathe. Some formulas include hydrating chemicals to rejuvenate the face after treatment. 

LED light facials, a recent innovation, help treat acne and may reduce puffiness in the skin. Blue light affects the glands that secrete sebum and reduce the amount of oil they produce. 

Microdermabrasion also treats acne by removing the dull top layer of skin, allowing new skin to shine. It clears out clogged pores and encourages the production of collagen. 

Anti-aging, fine lines and wrinkles 

Most of us get facials to look younger and have fresh-looking skin. Before you can address the issue, you’ve got to get to the root of the problem. Fine lines and wrinkles are usually caused by a lack of collagen and elastin in the skin. As we age, this is a natural but unwelcome circumstance. 

Microneedling isn’t as scary as it sounds! For anti aging treatments, this is one of the best. Your esthetician uses a small wheel with tiny needles to stimulate your skin. When the treatment is over, your body produces collagen and elastin as part of the recovery process, naturally filling fine lines and wrinkles. 

HyrdaFacials address this concern with a complicated process, but it’s worth it. After treatment, your dewy, plumped skin won’t show wrinkles or fine lines for a month or more. And because the process involves clearing out your pores, you’ll have clear skin too!

Red light LED therapy also addresses fine lines and wrinkles by encouraging collagen production. Without the use of chemicals, you can significantly reduce the effects of aging.

Uneven skin tone and texture

Splotchy, uneven skin pulls focus away from your natural beauty. Whether caused by sun exposure, hyperpigmentation, or age, facials can help! 

Several types of chemical peels address uneven tone and texture. Using different types of acids, they break the bonds of the dry outer layer of skin. Some, like the Perfect Derma Peel, even include products that even out the facial tone with proprietary ingredients. 

Microdermabrasion also promotes even skin tone. By gently blasting away the top layer of dead skin, including sun-related pigmentation issues, you’ll have a more even complexion. 

Another side benefit, your skin will produce more collagen as part of the healing process. We all know that means fewer fine lines and wrinkles!

Concerns such as rosacea and eczema

Medical skin concerns are challenging to work with, especially if you don’t understand the cause. Rosacea usually presents as patchy redness around the nose, cheeks, and mouth. 

There’s no cure, and chemical treatments frequently make flare-ups worse. Similarly, eczema reacts poorly to many facial treatments. 

LED light therapy is one of the few options that shows promise for those living with rosacea and eczema. Yellow light therapy boosts the immune system and reduces redness in the skin, encouraging healthy skin cells to grow.

Other tips and considerations for facial treatments 

Facials often provide much-needed exfoliation and hydration for tired, dull skin. Beyond just the type of facial, though, other factors come into play. And while you can get at-home formulas, a professional facial takes things to the next level.

Age plays a factor in the frequency of facials

As we age, our bodies produce less collagen and elastin. These proteins promote healthy, glowing skin and resist fine lines and wrinkles. Some facial treatments increase your skin’s production of these vital elements. 

Aging skin is significantly thinner and more fragile than young skin, so talk with your esthetician about appropriate steps. You’ll be able to retain a youthful glow with the right approach. 

Facials promote overall wellbeing and confidence, too!

There’s nothing that boosts confidence like having a gorgeous, dewy complexion. Regular facials increase your sense of wellbeing because you know you’re doing the most for your skin. And just like any body care professional, having a second pair of eyes can promote healthier, more resilient skin. 

Your esthetician gives you valuable insight into your skin health

Find a great esthetician that you love and stick with them. Over time, they can offer insights into your skin that another esthetician might miss. As they spend time with you, they’ll immediately notice new concerns. 

Your monthly facial is the perfect time to check in and see what you can do to improve your complexion!

New Moon Aesthetics provides an environment of results-oriented relaxation and skin rejuvenation!

At New Moon Aesthetics, we’re focused on promoting healthy skin, one face at a time. We’ll tailor our treatments to your specific needs. 

Our expert staff handles each new client with care and poise. From gentle, rejuvenating treatments to intensive rebuilding, we’re dedicated to your skin’s health, and your confidence!

Visit our website and begin your journey to healthy skin!