Why You Should Pair Your Facial with a Chemical Peel
Chemical peels and facials are both great tools in the skincare game. But have you ever thought of getting both treatments together? Let's find out more about how combining these two options can dramatically improve your skin.
What is a Facial?
A facial is a treatment that nourishes your skin through cleaning, hydration, and exfoliation. Most facials begin with a cleanse, followed by exfoliation to remove dead skin cells, extractions (if needed), and, finally, customized serums or masks tailored to your specific skin concerns.
Facials focus on hydration, nourishment, and improving the skin's barrier—essential components for healthy, glowing skin. They're not only an excellent pampering experience but also an effective way to address concerns like dryness, clogged pores, and dull skin.
While facials leave your skin feeling hydrated and refreshed, they typically focus more on surface-level effects compared to a chemical peel, which works at a deeper level. This difference is where the two treatments begin to complement each other perfectly.
What is a Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel is a professional skin treatment that utilizes specially formulated solutions to exfoliate the outer layers of your skin, encouraging cell turnover to reveal younger skin below.
The type of peel often discussed with facials is mild-to-moderate intensity. These are formulated to tackle concerns such as uneven texture, dullness, fine lines, and light pigmentation. Unlike deep peels, these gentler options require little to no downtime while still delivering noticeable results.
Why Combine a Facial and a Chemical Peel?
Adding a chemical peel to your facial allows you to get more bang for your buck out of both treatments.
Target Multiple Skin Concerns
Many patients find combining treatments allows them to address multiple skin concerns at once. While the chemical peel might target fine lines or dull skin tone, the facial can provide intensive hydration and calming ingredients to soothe the skin. It's a one-stop solution to concerns like uneven skin, dryness, and a loss of elasticity.
Enhance Exfoliation
When you pair these two treatments, you take skin exfoliation to the next level. A facial begins with thoroughly cleansing the skin, which is followed by steaming. Instead of the typical mechanical exfoliation (think gritty cleanser massaged onto skin), we use a chemical solution to exfoliate more deeply.
Improve Product Absorption
Your facial will conclude with a mask, moisturizer and/or special serums to hydrate skin and promote healing. Since the chemical peel removes dead skin cells and promotes cell turnover, it paves the way for these facial products to penetrate more deeply. This means a brighter, smoother complexion with immediately noticeable results.
Faster Recovery, Better Results
You may be surprised to learn a facial can actually help your skin recover more quickly after a chemical peel. The nourishing serums and cooling masks used in facials can calm any irritation or redness that might occur post-peel.
Long-Term Benefits
Regularly combining these treatments can significantly improve your skin's overall health over time. The routine exfoliation provided by chemical peels boosts your skin's natural renewal process, while facials build up hydration and strength in your skin barrier. Together, they create a well-rounded approach to anti-aging and skin wellness.
Pairing Treatments for Every Skin Type
Regardless of your skin type—whether it's oily, dry, or even sensitive—there are tailored options to suit you. A professional consultation can help determine the perfect combination based on your concerns and skin type.
If you're ready to boost your skincare routine, now is the perfect time to experience this dynamic duo. Contact us to book your facial and chemical peel today!