Why are facials so important?

I’m not sure why I am still surprised by the number of people who come to see me that tell me they have never had a facial.

I always ask myself why.. because when I ask them, they have no idea. Not only do they have no idea why they have never had a facial, but they also have no idea why it is an essential part of self- care.

I have found that most people are getting their first facial because it was either a gift from someone that has already been enlightened to the fact that they are simply amazing, or they are having skin issues that finally need attention.

Let’s start with the fun part of getting a facial. When you are welcomed into my treatment room you are entering a sanctuary that is designed to help you relax. Soft tranquil music, the light essence of calming aromas, soft lighting from Himalayan salt lamps, a glowing fireplace and a warm soft bed. This is the place you come to step away from your stress and find not only a moment to yourself, but a moment to let your mind and body connect to heal. I often get asked how I came up with the name Savasana Skin Care. Savasana or often called Shavasana is the place your mind and body connect in a relaxing and tranquil environment to heal. It is not only the most important pose in Yoga, but the final resting pose that brings your body and mind together. This is where your cells recover, your stress leaves your body and you become not only mentally but physically rejuvenated. This alone will make you realize why a facial is beneficial and keep you wanting another.

The medical side of facials is what will bring most people in to visit me. They will often have aging skin, acneic skin, stress breakouts, mask breakouts, sun spots, or a variety of skin ailments. The key to great skin is maintenance prior to having these issues. An Esthetician providing regular facials can prevent most skin problems or delay the onset of visible aging. Not only do we have a variety of specialized products, but we can help design a skin care regimen customized to your skins’ needs. People often forget that your skin is the body’s largest organ and that it requires all the same nutrients as your other organs to remain healthy. The benefit we have with skin is that not only can we nourish it from the inside by what we consume, but we can treat it on the outside with proper products.

When you receive a facial, we thoroughly cleanse the skin, examine the skin to decide what it lacks and needs, then use a variety of products to customize your skins experience. We have products that aid in the extraction of buildup in your pores, masks that can either moisturize, cleanse, restore essential vitamins, or soften and replenish. Sometimes all of the above. We finish with serums that will always be the building blocks of great skin care, moisturizers and sun protection.

While all of these products are exactly what you need for optimal skin health, I feel the most important part of a facial is the massage. This is why I do not offer an express facial. A facial massage is not only the key to helping you reach full relaxation, but it offers so many visible benefits that products can take weeks to achieve. A facial massage helps move fluid buildup which can reduce eye and skin puffiness, it relaxes your facial muscles which gives you a more relaxed look, helps tighten and tone the muscles in your face and neck, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, improves blood circulation, and helps soften your skin to aid in product absorption. Not to mention, it feels wonderful!

All of these elements combined are designed to relax, rejuvenate and restore your skin and your mind. Hopefully after reading this, you can see how beneficial taking an hour once a month can be. Life is stressful. Facials help you purge stress so you can not only feel refreshed but look refreshed as well. While a bubble bath with candles and a glass of wine can often be a great way to practice self-care, occasionally you need a little bit more.

I’m always available if you need to come relax with me. Together we can find the perfect facial for you skin while you relax and enjoy a moment to yourself!