There’s nothing like the sweet surrender to a facial chair after a marathon of hectic days. A good facial feels like a mini vacation for your skin, but I’ve found that it often heals my soul as well.
With a buffet of treatments available for your perusal (laser therapy, micro-needling, and whatnot), picking what your skin needs can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack.
I know how easy it can be to get swept away in the fancy names and procedures, but that doesn’t mean you should. Every facial has a different function. Depending on your skin type and concern, it’s important to pick something that’s more than a trend to help your skin.
So, how do you figure out which facial is your ticket to glow-town? I took the time to dig into the nitty-gritty of facials and curate this comprehensive guide. And if you’re in Delhi NCR, don’t forget to drop in at Uncover Laser, Skin and Hair Clinics for all these procedures and more!
Best Facials According To Your Skin Type
Oily Skin
If your skin always looks a little shiny and feels greasy to the touch, you have oily skin. Your breakouts are caused by the intermingling of sebum (the oil your skin naturally produces) and dead skin cells. This combination has the tendency to get stuck in your pores, causing inflamed acne that takes weeks to disappear.
There are many causes for oily skin including genetics, your environment, and lifestyle choices.
PopXO Recommends: The Carbon Facial
How It Helps:
A carbon facial consists of a thin layer of medical-grade, black carbon lotion that is applied to your skin’s surface under the supervision of a trained professional. This lotion has the ability to absorb oils and impurities from the surface of the skin. Next, a Q-Switch laser is used to target any dead skin cells, excess oils, congested pores, and other impurities from the skin’s surface.
This facial helps suck out all the stubborn, collected impurities buried deep within the skin, shrinks the appearance of your pores, and also helps with uneven skin tone.
Dry Skin
Dry skin looks and tends to feel rough, itchy, and flaky. It can be temporary or seasonal, but a lot of people deal with it on a regular basis. Signs and symptoms of dry skin can vary according to your environment, lifestyle, and diet as well as sun exposure.
PopXO Recommends: HydraFacial™ Elite
How It Helps:
A hydra facial is a non-invasive facial that works its magic on dry skin by combining three procedures in one session. Your skin is cleansed, exfoliated, and hydrated with a special machine that involves microdermabrasion (gently sanding the top, uneven layer of your skin). Then, hydrating serums like hyaluronic acid, are applied to rejuvenate your skin from the inside out!
The nourishment from the hyaluronic acid provides intense moisture that repairs your skin and reduces concerns like acne, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation. The best part about this facial is that it needs no recovery time and makes your skin glow from within.
Combination Skin
Combination skin can be tough to deal with since it’s oily in some places and dry in others. One type of treatment cannot solve both concerns, so it’s a struggle to find a good routine, or facial that addresses everything from acne to dry patches and pigmentation.
Combination skin is usually genetic but can change with hormonal shifts or shifts in the season.
PopXO Recommends: The Ultimate Zo-Obaji Facial
How It Helps:
The Ultimate Zo-Obaji Facial involves trained estheticians who use prescription-grade topicals formulated by Dr. Zein Obaji to help with skin discolouration, acne scars, and dark patches. It’s a non-invasive treatment that addresses each skin concern with the utmost consideration.
It helps increase skin elasticity in dry areas, reduces inflammation in oily areas, and helps control the overall appearance of the epidermis (topmost layer of skin).
Best Facials According To Your Skin Concern
Acne
Acne is often associated with oily skin and occurs when your pores are congested with sebum and dead skin cells. Whiteheads, blackheads, and pimples all fall under the umbrella of acne and it is most common in teenagers but can affect people of all ages.
PopXO Recommends: The UnBlemish (Anti-Acne) Peel
How It Helps:
The UnBlemish (Anti-Acne) Peel is a non-invasive treatment designed to alleviate acne-related skin concerns. This involves the application of a special solution that works to exfoliate, cleanse, and rejuvenate the skin’s surface.
It can seem a little scary to get a chemical peel on acne-ridden skin. But the solution used by Uncover Laser, Skin and Hair Clinics contains salicylic acid and helps gently unclog pores, reduce inflammation, and promote the growth of new, healthier skin.
Hyper-Pigmentation And Scarring
Hyperpigmentation refers to spots on your skin that can be caused by age or melasma and are usually in the form of a dark spot on the surface of your skin. On the other hand, acne scars can be a little more invasive and can often show up as indents on your skin, that deepen with age due to loss of collagen.
There are many different types of scars but the solution for all tends to be the same.
PopXO Recommends: The Unblemish Dermapen 4 or The Unblemish Anti-Scar Peel
How It Helps:
The Unblemish DermaPen 4 is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a special, hand-held device under the supervision of a trained esthetician to create tiny, controlled micro-injuries to the skin. These injuries accelerate collagen production in the skin which leads to improved skin texture, fading of scars and hyperpigmentation, with minimal downtime.
On the other hand, the Unblemish Anti-Scar Peel is a completely non-invasive chemical peel that helps exfoliate the top layer of damaged skin. A solution of AHAs, BHAs, and retinoids along with other exfoliating agents used over time promotes the growth of newer, healthier skin cells and eventually leads to the disappearance of stubborn scars.
Sunburnt Or Tanned Skin
Extended exposure to the sun (UV rays) without proper protection does two things: gives you a sunburn or creates a ‘tanned’ effect which significantly darkens the skin. Both can lead to premature ageing and wrinkles.
Indian skin rarely burns due to the high levels of melatonin present in our bodies. Instead, what we deal with is a tan much darker than our skin tone, giving it an uneven look.
PopXO Recommends: The UnTan Glow Peel
How It Helps:
The UnTan Glow Peel is a medical-grade chemical peel, created with a carefully chosen blend of exfoliating agents that gently remove the tanned and damaged layers of your skin. It’s one of the best facials for an instant glow if you need to de-tan quickly since it significantly boosts collagen and reduces the appearance of wrinkles to reveal glowing skin.
FAQs
- Can I get any other facials apart from these?
Yes, there are many more medi-facials you can get at Uncover, Laser Skin and Hair Clinics present in Delhi NCR. They have a variety of peels like anti-acne peel, anti-scar peel, and anti-ageing peel. Apart from this, you could always consult with one of their in-house experts and get a facial customised according to your skin type.
- What is the approximate cost of a medical facial?
The cost largely varies but you can look at an average of INR 4,500 to INR 15,000, excluding taxes. For more information or appointments, you can contact Uncover, Laser Skin and Hair Clinics here.
- How long does one facial typically take? How many sessions will I need?
Each session takes around 45 to 60 minutes. For best results, at least three to four sessions are recommended. This could vary based on your skin type and concerns.
- What is the after-care needed for a medical-grade facial?
While the basic aftercare for each facial would differ slightly, here’s a basic guideline of what you should keep in mind.
- Wash your face with regular water the next day.
- Don’t forget to apply moisturiser and sunscreen, both of these are extremely important.
- Do not use any active ingredients for the next 48 to 72 hours.
- Mild exercise is okay but avoid excessive sweating.
This curated guide is meant to be your companion in discovering that perfect facial that digs deeper to meet your skin’s true needs. For more information on these, you can visit the Uncover Laser, Skin and Hair Clinics page. Send them a message and book your appointment today!