HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU GET A FACIAL TREATMENT?

Are facials one of the most visually satisfying treatments? Yes. Do they often provide instant results? Yes. Should you get one? YES! How often should you get one? Well that’s where it can get a little more complex.

Having a routine facial treatment should be part of everyone’s tailored skin care regiment, but deciding how frequently depends on a variety of factors and not just your wallet.

After 60 minutes of pure relaxation from the warm steam, soothing mask and the inclusive massage you walk out of our salon in a state of pure bliss. You’re less stressed and you look and feel the best you have done all week.

There’s no surprise then that these facial treatments are so addictive. You’re probably already considering when to get your next one. However there is a point of diminishing returns when it comes to facial treatments. So now the question is what is the perfect amount for your skin?. We’re afraid to say there isn’t a straight forward answer here.

Everyone’s skin type differs, as does your age, healing time and the environment you’re in. We’ve put together some advice below which hopefully makes things a little clearer for choosing how often to get that revitalising facial.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Skin care professionals advise that you indulge in a facial treatment about every three to four weeks. That’s the length of time it takes for your skin to move through the full life cycle of skin cell growth and exfoliation. A facial helps accelerate that process which is why it feels like you have revealed youthful new skin. Facial treatments will keep your complexion clear, exfoliate dead skin cells, reduce sebum and shrink your pores to reduce the appearance of sebaceous filaments. Too often and you might start experience the opposite as your skin starts to compensate for being stripped down and ends ups producing more sebum.

ACNE PRONE SKIN AND FACIALS

For individuals who face the challenges of frequent acne breakouts or flare ups as well as those with oilier skin, having a facial as frequently as very 2 weeks will help manage these issues. What is often the case is that these more frequent facials will bring your skin to a better place where you can then reduce the frequency once your acne symptoms become more manageable. Of course you should also consider any prescription treatments such as tretinoin and hormonal medicine which may effect the sensitivity of your skin to other ingredients.

INFREQUENT FACIALS BUT STILL RECEIVE BENEFITS?

We understand that factors such as cost and how much time you have available to indulge in these treatments play a large role. If you were to find a compromise and the minimum amount of facials you should receive to keep your skin glowing then once per season would still show a lot of benefit to your complexion. The elements of Summer, Winter and everything in-between can dry out your skin, causing uneven tones and exaggerating the signs of ageing. We should aim to always assist the natural cycling of our skin and encourage the shedding / exfoliation of compromised cells whilst keeping our moisture barrier intact. You will most likely require different facial treatments depending on the time of year and how your skin reacts accordingly to environmental changes.

CAN FREQUENT FACIALS BE A GOOD THING?

Yes there is too much of a good thing. As nurturing and satisfying as a facial can be, it is very possible that your skin will react badly if you are receiving them too frequently. Some facials for example include a high percentage concentrate of Glycolic acid, this ingredient exfoliates the top layer of skin to encourage cell turn over. Doing this too often, especially to skin that isn’t used to it will result in redness, dryness and inflammation. With that said not all facials are geared towards exfoliation or cleaning pores. If you are receiving moisturising / hydrating facial treatments there may not be any adverse effects to include them more frequently. The best thing you can do is consult with a specialist here at Create Your Beauty and we can tailor the best schedule of treatments tot suit you.

We have also just launched a facial membership package. This means you can have the perfect schedule of facials and save money at the same time.

Compliment your skins natural cycle with regular facials.

When it comes to your skin’s health, regular facials and an essential skincare routine are important to assist your skin’s natural renewal process and help reveal a natural healthy-looking glow.

At CYB we know that our clients often have questions about facials, such as, which one to have, how often and why? We also believe it’s important for our clients to understand how to look after their skin and what happens when your equipped with more than just the right skincare products. Therefore, we have put some of your questions to the experts to help you understand the true benefits you’ll gain from having regular facials.

WHAT FACIAL TREATMENT IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

There are many types of facial treatments, and choosing the one you need depends on your own skin concerns and skin type. Some are highly moisturising, others are firming and restoring, while some focus on problem areas and certain skin conditions but no matter the type, all facials provide incredible benefits to your skin.

If you’ve had one specific facial before doesn’t mean you should or need to have that same facial again. Our skin is constantly changing and that’s what our trained experts are here to help you with, to devise a bespoke treatment plan for you and all your skincare needs.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I HAVE A FACIAL?

Your skin cycle lasts 21 days. This means that to have an effective programme of facials and to see real long lasting results, we recommend having a facial every 3-4 weeks.

However, because people get facials for all different reasons, how often you should have a facial will depend on several factors such as your age, skin concern and skin type.

At CYB we provide a skin analysis before your facial, to assess your skin at that present moment and discuss with you your main concerns that you want us to tackle.

DISCOVER THE BENEFITS OF REGULAR FACIALS

REDUCE THE APPEARANCE OF AGING

As you age your skin begins to tell a story, that story is defined by your lifestyle and choices. Most people will know that facials help to slow the aging process and prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, but did you know you don’t have to wait for the wrinkles to benefit from an anti-aging facial? These facials are designed to immediately increase the blood circulation and oxygen flow to promote collagen production and enhance the elasticity of your skin preventing early signs of aging to keep your skin looking nourished and hydrated.

RENEWED SKIN

We all know the number one golden rule, is to cleanse. We always tell our clients to cleanse morning and night, this helps to remove dirt, bacteria, oil and other toxins but during a facial you’ll experience a more enhanced, deeper cleanse than the one you do at home. By having regular facials, you will help to prevent breakouts and blemishes that could cause significant damage to your pores and skin

REDUCE STRESS

Did you know your face consists of hundreds of pressure points and during a facial, these pressure points regularly get massaged which helps to reduce the physical and psychological stress of your body.

SKIN REJUVENATION

Exfoliating is key and the reason is simple, dead skin cells can cause your skin to look dull and lifeless. By exfoliating you will be providing your skin the boost it needs to restore a healthy, radiant glow. Our experts use various methods, products and technology to help improve the texture and tone of your skin, leaving it feeling smoother, refreshed and rejuvenated

REDUCE ACNE

In today’s lifestyle, we are faced with a number of problems that contribute to acne breakouts, dead skin cells are one of the problematic contaminants that cause these breakouts. They can clog the pores and cause inflammation which turns into pimples. Most facial treatments will be accompanied by an exfoliation which will help remove any dead skin cells that could potentially clog pores and cause a breakout. The combination of exfoliation and a facial treatment can be a strong tool to combat acne breakouts.

We understand that what your skin may need now, may not be what it needs at your next visit which is why we have introduced our NEW Facial membership programs starting from only £55. These membership programs ensure that each time you visit your getting exactly what you need, when you need it.