Like any procedure that has to do with your skin and body, a facial should always be performed by a professional. Even an aesthetic treatment such as this can have negative effects if it’s not properly performed. In Virginia, facial treatments can be performed by dermatologists or by a licensed esthetician at a spa. Typically, visiting a spa will give you a much greater selection of facials to choose from, and you’ll feel pampered and relaxed, to boot.
Why Choose a Spa?
When you visit a spa, you’ll have completely personalized attention, and you won’t be rushed out, unlike an experience in doctor’s office. Plus, you’ll be in a soothing, relaxing atmosphere. Visiting a spa is perfect for if you need some downtime or need to de-stress and prepare to look your best for a big event. Your esthetician can evaluate your skin and put together a treatment made just for you, based on the problem areas that they note, as well as based on what your desired outcome for your skin is. And while a dermatologist’s office may only offer treatments such as chemical peels and microdermabrasion, a spa will offer many more treatments utilizing a variety of ingredients and botanicals to soothe and nourish your skin.
What Ingredients, Exactly?
Some of the treatments may use fruit acids to peel away dead skin. Exfoliating treatments may include natural abrasive materials to slough off dead skin and polish what’s underneath. And other facials will include a variety of vitamins and antioxidants, in addition to natural oils and extracts that will depend on your skin type and method of treatment you need. These treatments can assist with anti-aging, toning, or even just with the treatment of acne.
What Happens?
When you arrive for your facial appointment, you’ll likely wind up changing into a robe and slippers, or some other sort of comfortable attire. Prevention notes that depending on the type of treatment or spa you attend, you might find yourself covered in some other products and treatments – expect to be potentially pampered from head to toe! You’ll meet with an esthetician who will go over your skin concerns with you and evaluate your skin type. A treatment (or series of treatments) will be chosen to best benefit your skin. Depending on the treatments, you may feel a little bit of discomfort, especially in the case of a dermabrasion or if your esthetician winds up removing blackheads and whiteheads from your skin. But rest assured that any such procedure will be followed up by something equally soothing and healing.
Overall, scheduling a facial is worth a try, especially if you’re new to the experience. Relax and enjoy your pampered skin!
At Avi Day Spa, we offer a variety of different facials and spa treatments, tailored specifically to your needs. Contact us today for more information.
