The festive season is just around the corner, and what better way to get your glow on than with a rejuvenating facial? Dr. Madhurya Gogineni, Dermatologist at Zennara Clinic takes us through a few facials you can indulge in for a perfect festive glow!
Whether you’re looking to improve your skin texture, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, or simply hydrate and refresh your complexion, facials offer numerous benefits to leave your skin looking radiant. Here’s a look at some of the best facials to get you glowing this festive season:
Hydra Facial
This treatment is perfect for those who want glowing, deeply hydrated skin. Here’s how it works:
Cleansing and Exfoliation: First we gently cleanse the skin and exfoliate it to remove dead cells.
Mild Chemical Peel: Then we apply a gentle peel to smooth the skin without irritation.
Extraction: A vacuum-like suction device called Hydrapeel removes impurities and blackheads from pores.
Hydration: Then we apply a hydrating serum containing hyaluronic acid, peptides, and antioxidants.
Antioxidant Protection: We use an antioxidant serum to protect and nourish the skin further.
LED Light Therapy: Blue light targets acne-causing bacteria, while red light reduces redness and inflammation and stimulates collagen production.
Pumpkin Facial
For a refreshing, brightening experience, the Pumpkin Facial is a perfect choice. The natural enzymes in pumpkin provide a boost of radiance:
Cleansing and Exfoliation: The first step is cleansing and gentle exfoliation.
Pumpkin Enzyme Mask: Next comes a mask rich in pumpkin enzymes that exfoliates and brightens the complexion.
Extractions: Blackheads and whiteheads are extracted to purify the skin.
Facial Massage: A relaxing massage enhances blood flow and relaxes facial muscles.
Hydrating Serum: The final step includes applying a serum rich in hyaluronic acid, peptides, and antioxidants.
ZO Facial
The ZO Facial, developed by ZO Skin Health, is ideal for improving skin tone and texture:
Cleansing and Exfoliating: A ZO cleanser and exfoliating polish prep the skin.
ZO Stimulator Peel: A peel containing lactic, citric, and salicylic acids encourages gentle exfoliation, enhancing skin texture and tone.
Hydration: A calming and hydrating product on the skin soothes it and replenishes the moisture.
Deep Hydration: ZO serums and moisturisers containing hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and peptides nourish and replenish moisture.
Fire and Ice Facial
Also known as the “Red Carpet Facial,” this treatment by iS Clinical is perfect for those looking for great results in a short time:
Fire Resurfacing Mask: This mask, formulated with glycolic acid, retinol, and antioxidants, exfoliates dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and stimulates cell turnover. It creates a gentle warming sensation and is left on for 3-5 minutes. During this time, the client may feel a tingling or warm sensation as the mask works to exfoliate and resurface the skin deeply.
Neutralising Solution: After the resurfacing mask has been on for the desired time, the aesthetician carefully removes it using a neutralising solution or cool, damp cloth to ensure that the acids in the mask do not over-exfoliate the skin. This step helps calm the skin and prepares it for the cooling treatment that follows
Ice Cooling Mask: A cooling mask containing hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and green tea extract is applied to soothe and rejuvenate the skin. The cooling sensation helps calm any redness or irritation caused by the resurfacing mask, providing a soothing and rejuvenating effect
Moisturiser: A hydrating moisturiser locks in moisture and gives your skin a glowing finish.
Lumiere Skin Facial
This facial utilises LED light therapy, where specific wavelengths of light penetrate the skin at varying depths to trigger different cellular processes. It usually involves the use of a LED light panel or device that emits different colours of light such as red, blue, and infrared based on the skin’s needs. For instance, blue light targets acne-causing bacteria, while red light stimulates collagen and reduces inflammation.
During this facial, after cleansing, the LED light therapy device is positioned over the face, and the appropriate light(s) are applied for a set duration (usually 10-30 minutes). The client may feel a gentle warmth, but there is no pain or
