Beyond mere indulgence, facials serve as a nurturing ritual for your skin—a way to address specific concerns and enhance your inherent radiance. From clarifying and hydrating to anti-aging and brightening, facials offer a spectrum of benefits. Whether combating acne, battling dryness, or simply craving a glow-up, facials have your back. Yet, we all know that regular spa visits aren’t always feasible. So, how can you maintain that post-facial glow from the comfort of your own home? Let’s explore 5 tips to promote healthy skin and extend the rejuvenation your facial provides.
What Is a Facial?
A facial is a collection of skincare treatments designed to provide facial skin rejuvenation. Treatments available at Alora include deep cleansing, gentle exfoliation, soothing steam, nourishing masks, revitalizing peels, hydrating lotions, and relaxing massage. When used together, these treatments allow us to address specific skin concerns, such as acne or fine lines, while also working to improve your skin's overall health and appearance. The goal of every facial is to help create a healthy, radiant, balanced, and beautiful facial complexion. Regular facials, such as once a month or once every other month, provide a strong foundation for a quality skincare routine that keeps you looking radiant and healthy every day.
1. Create a Customized Skincare Routine
When you visit your esthetician for a facial, they carefully assess your skin type, noting its unique characteristics and any specific concerns you might have. Beyond shaping the treatments for your facial, this thorough examination also allows the esthetician to craft a customized skincare routine—one that’s tailored to extend and amplify the benefits of your facial experience. When used daily, the right skincare routine can keep your skin looking radiant long after your facial.
2. Feed Your Skin with Healthy Foods
The condition of our skin mirrors our internal well-being, and the choices we make regarding our diet play a pivotal role in shaping its appearance and overall vitality. A healthy diet that includes lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and essential fatty acids gives your body the nutrients and antioxidants needed to repair damaged cells, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy skin function. Even with the most luxurious serums and treatments, sometimes your facial concerns will continue to persist because your skin craves inner nourishment too.
3. Hydration In and Out Is Essential
Many facials work to address dry skin with various moisture-rich ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and oils. However, if your body is dehydrated, no amount of oils or serums will effectively combat dry skin in the long term. Just as food helps to keep the skin healthy, regular hydration and drinking enough water daily is essential. To promote skin hydration, you want to drink at least eight to 10 glasses of water daily.
4. Gentle Cleansing and Exfoliation
Cleansing and exfoliating are two major steps necessary in any effective skin care routine. While cleansing may seem pretty straightforward, not all facial cleansers are alike. At the end of the day, it is best to start with an oil-based cleanser in order to break up excess oil in the skin and dissolve makeup. Next, you want to find a non-abrasive cleanser that does NOT contain alcohol. Wet your face with warm water and apply your cleanser with your fingertips (using a cloth or sponge can actually irritate your skin). Rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat dry with a towel. Using both facial cleanser options help ensure your skin is clean without stipping away the natural oils that keep your skin looking radiant.
Exfoliation is a treatment option designed to help remove dead skin cells while also promoting skin cell turnover. There are two types of exfoliation methods: Chemical and mechanical. Chemical exfoliators, such as those containing alpha hydroxy acids or beta hydroxy acids, can be used once or twice a week to help promote healthy skin and are best used on dry, sensitive, or acne-prone skin. Mechanical exfoliators use small, rough particles to remove dead cells.
5. Apply Regular SPF Protection
No matter your age, sunscreen application is the best and easiest way to promote healthy skin and a radiant appearance. Ultraviolet radiation from the sun is absorbed by the skin. This is what contributes to a bronze or sunburnt appearance. The damage this radiation does can also contribute to skin cancer and premature aging. Applying a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 everyday can help keep your skin looking radiant between facial treatments.
If you are thinking about pampering yourself, our team at Alora Wellness and Spa will create a personalized facial treatment that addresses your unique concerns while providing a relaxing environment. To learn more, call us at 541-203-3547 to schedule an appointment and take the first step to a radiant new you!
