What is a relaxation facial, and how does it work?
MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY
Molly Rodriguez
What are the benefits of a relaxation facial?
Relaxation facial for stress relief. Can a relaxation facial reduce stress? Yes! The feel-good effect of skincare for relaxation helps produce endorphins, which are our brains’ natural mood lifters! That simply means our hydrating facials at Eau Claire Body Care will make you feel good inside and out.
Relaxation facial for glowing skin. Relaxation facials is one of the best facials for glowing skin without using harsh products or recovery periods. It uses a combination of deep cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration to give you a fresher look after each session.
Relaxation facial for better circulation. Most relaxation facials include facial massage techniques that boost lymphatic drainage and circulation. Say goodbye to puffiness and inflammation due to trapped fluids in your face!
Relaxation facial for sinus relief. The combination of facial massage, aromatherapy, and hydration can help relieve your congested sinuses. While it’s not the cure for your sinus problems, relaxation facials help provide temporary relief.
Relaxation facial for improved mood. Anti-stress facial treatments like relaxation facials can help boost self-esteem. They also give you a temporary escape from the stresses of life, helping you recharge mentally.
What to expect during a relaxation facial?
Gentle cleansing. All our professional facial treatments begin with gentle cleansing to remove makeup, dirt, excess oil, and impurities from your skin. For this, we use gentle cleansers that match your skin type.
Mild exfoliation. Next, we’ll use a mild exfoliant or scrub to remove deep-seated dirt and dead skin cells on your face. This promotes the growth of healthier cells, resulting in a much younger-looking skin.
Relaxing massage. After that, you’ll enjoy a gentle facial massage to relax your tensed muscles, boost circulation, and reduce puffiness. The massage includes circular strokes, gentle kneading, and tapping to stimulate the skin.
Targeted treatments. Your relaxation facial may also include targeted treatments to address various skin problems. For this, we use personalized relaxation facial ingredients, including botanicals, essential oils, or the finest SkinMedica products available in our office and online!
Hydration and protection. Lastly, we’ll seal the treatment with hydrating moisturizers, serums, masks, and sunscreens to give your skin a healthy and radiant glow.
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Relaxation facial cost
Signature HydraFacial($210/session). This deeply hydrating facial is ideal for first-timers who want to refresh their face without downtime.
Deluxe HydraFacial ($273/session. This includes a Signature HydraFacial and medical-grade hydra-dermabrasion to combat acne, sun spots, and signs of aging.
Platinum HydraFacial ($354/session). This is a customized Deluxe HydraFacial plus an LED Light Therapy session to eliminate blemishes.
Lymphatic Drainage Facial ($55/session). This facial reduces puffiness and inflammation, so your face will look vibrant and glowing.
LED Facial ($55/session). The LED facial stimulates collagen production to reduce acne, wrinkles, and other signs of aging. It can be a standalone treatment or an add-on to our hydrating facials.
What’s the difference between a relaxation facial and other facials?
Relaxation facial vs. deep cleansing facial. A deep cleansing facial is ideal if you want to address excess sebum, clogged pores, or acne-related concerns. It focuses on more targeted treatments than relaxation facials, including steaming and extraction.
Relaxation facial vs. anti-aging facial. While relaxation facials can help keep your skin looking young, they don’t target signs of aging like wrinkles, saggy skin, and fine lines. If this is your goal, you should consider getting a customized anti-aging facial that includes collagen-based treatments and skin-tightening masks.
Relaxation facial vs. laser facial. Unlike relaxation facials that focus on using botanicals and gentle products, laser facials use Q-switched lasers to resurface your skin. Some of the most popular examples of laser facials are IPL Photofacial and ClearLift, which are suitable for those who can afford some downtime.
More questions about relaxation facial
Is a relaxation facial worth it?
What are the best relaxation facial techniques?
Lymphatic drainage. This involves gentle sweeping motions on your face to stimulate lymphatic flow. It helps reduce puffiness and boost your complexion by increasing blood circulation to your face.
Acupressure. This involves applying gentle pressure on different facial points, such as the temple and brow area. It’s a great technique for relaxation facials to alleviate, tension, headaches, and sinus issues.
Light tapping. Rhythmic and light tapping with the fingertips helps stimulate circulation and awaken never-endings without hurting the skin.
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What relaxation facial aftercare tips do you recommend?
Avoid harsh products for 48 hours after your facial, such as retinol or strong exfoliants.
Stay hydrated to flush out toxins from your body and keep your skin supple.
Always wear broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect yourself from UV damage.
Maintain a gentle skincare to complement the benefits of your relaxation facial.
Consider monthly relaxation facials to keep your results up and your stress levels down.
