Suffering from a skin condition can be frustrating. It may seem logical that treating yourself to a facial will help to alleviate the symptoms. However that is not always the case. Anyone with a skin condition should approach facials cautiously. Before you schedule an appointment with your local esthetician, consider the following possible issues.
Although you can get a facial when you have acne, it is not necessarily a good idea to do so. The exception to this rule is if you are getting a facial the includes an extraction treatment. Otherwise, it is better to wait until your face has cleared of blemishes before you get your facial. Facials that are meant to be a pampering service often use essential oils that may further clog your pores and make your acne worse. Facials that include exfoliating services such as microdermabrasion can be too aggressive and also irritate your acne.
Treating skin that is plagued with eczema can be extremely frustrating. Anyone who suffers from eczema can attest to the fact that treating it can be extremely frustrating. It might seem that treating yourself to a facial might be the perfect solution. However, that is likely not the case. When you are having a flare-up of eczema, your skin needs massive amounts of hydration. But, that’s not the only remedy. It is best to stay away from skin products that have any type of fragrance, as that can be irritating to the skin. So unless you are 150% sure that the spa uses only fragrance free products, you probably want to avoid it. Also, any type of exfoliation process that might be involved with a facial might be too harsh for your skin. So, if you have eczema, it’s best to skip the facial.
Although you can get a facial if you have rosacea, you need to be careful about doing so. Your first step is to find a licensed esthetician who is knowledgeable about rosacea and has experience working with people who have it. You must also be proactive and be upfront about any products that you know irritate your skin so your esthetician can avoid using them. Many people with rosacea notice that heat makes the condition flare up, so avoid any facial treatments that involve steam or hot towels. Exfoliation treatments can also cause rosacea flare-ups, so these should be avoided as well. So, if you are okay with the limitations in the treatments, you can get a facial with rosacea.
Everyone wants to have a blemish-free and healthy-feeling face. For some people the road to get there is through a facial. However, that is not the best solution for everyone. Those who suffer from common skin conditions should think twice and approach the idea with caution.