Skincare Education: Professional Facials are a Skin Care Necessity

Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) November 2, 2007

Many people consider spa facials a luxury, something that only celebrities or the wealthy indulge in. However, most people go to the dentist every 6 months for regular oral checkups. And they probably see a physician at least once annually to keep their health on track. Skincare-News.com's latest article, "Facials - Not Just a Luxury" shows readers that for the very same reasons that people seek professional health care, they should go to a salon or spa to have an esthetician -- a skincare professional -- when it comes to skin treatment.
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According to the gurus at online spa resource Good Spa Guide, facials are the number one requested service at a spa. They provide people with a clean, healthy, and balanced complexion. Most importantly, a facial is an opportunity for consulting with a skin expert, a licensed esthetician who can diagnose skin issues and recommend the most effective skincare regimen. A classic spa facial can cost as little as $45, and at its most basic, a facial will include deep cleansing, exfoliation, a steam treatment and an infusion of deep moisture. Additional masks and treatments are available as well.

For skin that is blotchy, red, or acne prone, an esthetician may recommend an enzyme peel. An enzyme peel is a gel or cream, containing chemicals, that is applied directly to the skin. An enzyme peel will whisk away layers of dead skin cells, scar tissue and blemishes.

Another facial that's popular with those who need help combating acne, acne scars and wrinkles is microdermabrasion. Also known as skin resurfacing, microdermabrasion delivers a coating of tiny particles, oftentimes zinc oxide or aluminum oxide crystals, which dig deep to remove dead skin cells and smooth out uneven skin texture.

For normal skin that is not prone to specific conditions, a multi-vitamin facial is all about prevention. Using vitamins such as C, A, or E, a multi-vitamin facial is often accompanied by a facial massage, which can stimulate lymph drainage, cutting down on bags and puffiness around the eyes.

For the months between facials, an esthetician can suggest what to look for in a cleanser, toner, and moisturizer, as well as how often skin should be exfoliated. It is recommended to have a facial every 3 to 4 months, especially with each change of the season.

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