The Benefits of Getting a Facial

Everyday I go to the spa and can't wait to treat my clients to their signature services. Every once in a while a client will say something that sticks with me. This past week I had a wonderful client come in to Cielo Spa and she was there to redeem a gift certificate for a facial. As she lay on the table right before I was ready to get started she looked me straight in the eye and said, "Do you know how long it has been since I have had a facial?" Of course I replied, "No, how long has it been?" I was surprised when she said, "50 years!" She then went on into her story about her facial fifty years ago and it was definately a cute one. So after finishing up the "50 year facial" I had to write a blog post about the topic. I came accross a great article about the benefits of a facial written by Deborah Scwabe and I wanted to share it with you.

Facial Benefits by Debroah Scwabe:

When was the last time you treated yourself to a spa facial? A facial is a great way to treat your skin. Getting facials will help you achieve a clear complexion and a nice glow. A facial can offer many benefits. The face is always subject to the elements such as the sun, maybe smoke or an improper at home regime. Facials offer you the opportunity to work with a professional skin care specialist who will analyze your skin, help you improve your complexion and show you how to take proper care of your skin. A facial can give you a deep cleansing, deeper than the cleansing you will get at home. A facial includes cleansing as well as exfoliation which can help to unclog your pores. Extracting open comedones will also help rid the skin of acne. Your skin care specialist will help soften the skin with steam, hot moist towels, and enzymes or other exfoliants. A skin care specialist or esthetician will choose the ingredients to help your skin type. The esthetician may choose a mask to detoxify your skin or hydrate your skin. By getting a proper analysis you will not only learn your skin type, but an esthetician will be able to create a facial experience that addresses your skin’s needs. A facial helps increase circulation and stimulates the skin. It can also help slow down premature aging by custom-targeting your skin care. Facials are a great preventative treatment to help you beat wrinkles before they occur. Keeping your skin hydrated will help keep the skin moist and stop dehydration. A facial may help you understand the proper skin care products for your skin. Most people are using the wrong products for their skin type; this causes the skin to become sensitized. A good esthetician will work with you to create a home care regime that will be both easy to use and work with your individual skin type. Skin type is determined by pore size, tone, and texture. It is also determined by oil production, called sebum. Most importantly a facial will relax you. A spa offers a serene environment that encourages stressreduction. Facials not only help your skin, but can be soothing. When you are comfortable with your skin, that confidence comes through in a natural glow. Many people have never experienced a facial. A facial makes a great gift for someone you love. Facials are great for both men and women, and a facial is a great introduction to skin care for a teenager.

So do yourself a favor and don't wait 50 years between your facials. Call Cielo Spa today to book your appointment. -Roxy