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June 30, 2020

For most women, facials are a wonderful way to clean up facial skin. The process is relaxing, cleaning and toning in nature and it creates a natural clean glow that is perfect for special occasions. Facials are recommended for mature skin over the age of 30 and a large variety of facials are available to choose from. If you are doing a facial for the first time, here are a few things you should know.

What happens in a facial?

The actual products that are used in a facial will vary considerably but the routine is the same. If you are doing a facial for the first time, it's a good idea to chat with the skin therapist. This is particularly important if you have sensitive skin or if you suffer from skin conditions. Ensure that you list all relevant conditions along with emergency medication for allergies. You can also discuss your requirements and expectations from the treatment and the salon therapist will guide you on the different types of facials that can be done.

Steps in a facial

Usually, the salon technician will provide you with a gown before the facial is started. After you have changed, you will be asked to lie down on a soft bed and your hair is covered with a bandanna. It is advisable to remove chains, earrings and studs before the process. The different steps in a facial are as follows:

• Cleansing - The technician starts with a gentle cleansing in which a cleansing lotion is used to remove superficial dirt and gunk. The cleanser is usually oily or creamy and it is massaged into the skin for about 5 - 10 minutes. The cream is then wiped off with a wet wipe, sponges or warm heated cloths. Immediately after the cleansing, the technician may do a gentle steaming of the face. This process is necessary to dilate skin pores. As the pores open up under the gentle heat, it becomes easier to do the next step.

• Extraction - The gentle steaming results in open pores. These pores are gently probed with an excavator. This refers to a special spoon like device which opens up the pores and scoops out the dead white matter from the inside. This excavator is necessary to ensure that the skin is not stretched or torn during the extraction process. Some people like to skin the steam before the extraction but this will depend on the type of facial and the operator.

• Exfoliation - After the extraction process, the technician will exfoliate the superficial dead cells on the surface of the skin. An almond shell scrub, nut granules, or rice particulates can be use but it actually depends on the type of facial. After the exfoliation, the pores in the skin open up wider. At this stage, most technicians start with a massage.

• Neck / Shoulder Massage - A neck and facial massage is carried out with a massage cream. This cream is gently rubbed into your face, shoulders and neck and it's a great way to actually clean out the skin. After the massage, the technician will wipe off extra lotion and then apply a face pack. This is actually the last stage of the facial as the face pack will close off the skin pores. The pack is left on for twenty minutes and you can relax.

After the technician wipes off the pack, the facial is complete. A word of warning: be prepared to leave the salon looking a little messed up as the massages and the lotions can get into ears, noses, corners of eyes and a little in the mouth too. Your face also appears reddened and swollen in areas due to the massaging and extraction. You can have a warm bath after the facial but restrict the use of soap on your face. The actual effects of a facial are seen 12-24 hours after the facial is complete.

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