Having a facial is a rewarding maintenance for yourself. Just like your car needs an oil change, your face would love a facial after experiencing stress, environmental pollution, extreme weather, etc. As dull dead skin is cleared up, pores are cleaned and new cells are nourished, your skin will be refreshed, recharged and rejuvenated. Facials are so much more than an hour of indulgent pampering. They have many benefits to the health and wellness of your skin, both in the short and long term.
Reason 1: Anti-aging
Everyday, our face is exposed to the sun, environmental pollution, radiation, stress or extreme weather temperature. It is aging as time goes. Regular facials promote cell turnover, boost collagen production and maintain healthy skin balance. These all help slow down the aging process.
Reason 2: Seasonal Change
Just like nature, our skin changes with the seasons and has different needs based on the temperature, humidity level and hours of sunlight. Getting a facial for the spring invigorates and nourishes dull post-winter skin. In summer a facial mostly targets on calming and protecting skin from sun exposure or sun damage, while a winter facial works on hydrating and restoring lost moisture.
Reason 3: Deep Cleansing and Maximizing Skincare Benefits
Like visiting a hygienist twice a year for a teeth cleaning, deep cleansing facials make up for our lazy ways by thoroughly removing dirt and oil build-up without drying the skin. By doing so your skin will also get the most out of skincare products. Even the best cream or serum won't be effective if your pores are clogged or skin is excessively dry. However, smooth skin and refined pores will absorb your skincare properly and benefit from what the product is meant for.
Reason 4: Proper Extraction for Clear Pores
Extraction can leave your skin breathe better, look healthier and suffer fewer breakouts. It is a delicate procedure that should be done hygienically and carefully. Poorly extracted skin can be the reason so many of us have facial scarring, broken capillaries and acne flare-ups. A well trained esthetician and a clean spa room are the best option for this job.
Reason 5: Facial Massage for Cells, Body and Mind
Massage is one of the oldest therapeutic methods to relax and heal our body and mind. And it is also one of the most beneficial. When the body senses touch, reflex receptors respond by increasing blood and lymph flow. However, if done incorrectly, a massage can do more harm than good, and lead to sagging skin. An esthetician is trained on how to appropriately massage the face. Benefits of a facial massage include but not limit to stimulating circulation, relaxing nerves, releasing toxins trapped between tissues and muscles, oxygenating the skin tissues, aiding in the extraction process, hydrating the surface layer of the skin, bringing nutrients to the surface of the skin, increasing lymphatic flow, and decreasing puffiness.
Reason 6: Instant Results
A good facial gives immediate results and confidence. If you are having a big event and need a boost of radiance or a youthful glow for your complexion, a facial can be what you are looking for.
Reason 7: Home Skincare Recommendation
After your skin assessment and the facial, a professional can help you pick the right products to use at home. She knows the products, what they do and what they don't do. Over a longer period of time, she can also monitor any change(s) on your skin to make the right adjustment on skincare if there is a need.
References:
The Esthetic Institute Training Centre Facial Manual
http://www.slice.ca/beauty/photos/reasons-you-should-be-getting-regular-facials/#!make-the-most-of-skincare-with-regular-facials
https://www.beenaturals.com/the-importance-of-regular-facials