How to Get a Great Facial

Woman getting facial at a spa

Facials may seem to be something that women and even men want, but the fact is that a facial is either going to turn out wonderfully or disastrous. The results of a facial can leave a person with radiantly glowing skin or a skin breakout from hell and sometimes even an infection. If you follow a few simple rules, you will be fine but if you don't then you might be in for an unwanted surprise.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• A spa that specializes in facials
• The facts on what type of products that the spa uses for facials

1. Choose wisely when picking a spa for your facial. Make sure they take facials and skin care seriously. Stay clear of places that offer many services but do have a sign that offers facials too.

2. Talk to the facialist first before getting your facial. The facialist should ask you a series of questions about any allergies that you might have or if any of the products that they use might be too harsh for your face.

3. Protect yourself by making sure that the facialist wears gloves when doing extractions. Also, remember that a facial should never hurt.

4. Stick with the facial at the spa. If you want to get further treatment such as microdermabrasions, it is best to see a dermatologist. When the spa tries to add on extras keep in mind that oxygen treatments are a waste and collagen masks can be done at home for a fraction of the cost.

5. Care for your face well after a facial as it is now vulnerable for about a week. Avoid harsh scrubs, alpha hydroxy scrubs and retinoids.

Tips & Warnings

• Look around when you arrive at the spa and make sure that it is sterile and clean.

• Often facial products such as vitamin C, retinol and certain prescription drugs could irritate already sensitive skin.

• If you have acne or rosacea, you should avoid facials altogether.