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Can A Facial Reduce My Stress?

   Facial  Oct 04, 2018  Comments Off on Can A Facial Reduce My Stress?
Can A Facial Reduce My Stress?

Anyone who’s had a good facial knows that it makes you feel wonderful. It isn’t just a passing feeling. If your esthetician provides you with an excellent experience, it can reduce your stress levels significantly. How? Here are four ways it helps.

A facial gives you time to slow down

Life can be busy and extremely hectic at times. With no time to slow down, stress builds and builds. When you sit for a facial, there’s nothing else you have to do. Simply sit back and relax. Let the esthetician do the work. Now is your time to de-stress. It will be easy, too, because the process impacts your parasympathetic nervous system in a positive way.

Massage promotes relaxation and reduces pain

Massage is an essential part of any facial you get from a professional esthetician. They massage your face and may also massage other parts such as your arms, legs, and feet. Massage relaxes you in several ways. It increases blood flow, decreases swelling, and minimizes pain. All these physical effects lead to reducing your stress.

A facial clears away dead skin and toxins

The skin is not only the largest sense organ, it’s the largest organ in the entire body. When it’s clogged with oils, dead skin, and toxins, your skin feels lifeless. Your facial skin is usually the most susceptible to clogging, especially if you aren’t careful about removing makeup. Having a facial clears away all that debris, refreshing and revitalizing your skin. Afterwards, you feel energized and ready to take on the world.

You look great and feel self-confident

Regular facials can help you reduce the effects of skin conditions like acne or psoriasis. Even if you have relatively clear skin, a facial gives your skin a clean, healthy glow. Knowing you look your best, you feel more self-confident. With greater self-esteem, you’re more likely to see problems as challenges you can overcome rather than threats. A facial might not make you a mighty warrior, but it can help you feel more comfortable about facing the problems that usually cause your stress.

Contact us when looking for the best facial in Petaluma, CA.

The Dish On Dry Brushing Your Face

   Facial  Nov 13, 2017  Comments Off on The Dish On Dry Brushing Your Face
The Dish On Dry Brushing Your Face

Dry brushing is the practice of using a very course-bristled brush to rub your face in order to exfoliate. The practice is a big beauty trend and people who do it say it creates a great complexion and reduces puffiness too. Some spas are even starting to offer the technique.

Most of us use a gritty cleanser with water to exfoliate. But does dry brushing work better and is it safe?

Is Dry Brushing Your Face Safe?

Dermatologists say that it is safe with the right brush. Bristles that you use on your face need to be much softer than a body brush. You can buy soft brushes exclusively designed for the face.

The Right Brush

Choose a brush with natural bristles if you can, but synthetic bristles are fine, too, and easier to clean. If your skin is sensitive, consider an even softer brush. It is important to wash your brush every few weeks to remove the accumulation of dead skin cells. Most brushes need to be replaced every year, or sooner with more frequent use. Sets can be purchased for $20 or less.

How To Dry Brush

Use dry brushing in moderation—two times per week at a maximum. Be careful using the technique on dry skin in winter or sunburned skin in summer. You should not use this technique if you have severe acne, rosacea or other skin disorders. Contact a licensed esthetician or dermatologist for skin care tips for when you have a skin disorder.

Done properly, your skin should be slightly pink, but never red or stinging after dry brushing. Some people like to finish with a calming toner or moisturizer.

Don’t be too harsh. Dermatologists recommend starting at the chin and using light strokes to brush upwards toward the forehead. Brushing too hard can irritate and inflame your skin.

The Benefits of Dry Brushing Your Face

Dermatologists say you might see a brighter complexion due to the exfoliating effects, but don’t expect life-altering changes to your skin. Exfoliation is indeed the main benefit. The dry bristles remove dead skin cells, and they can remove dirt from pores as well. By naturally exfoliating, you’re clearing the path for dirt to escape from the pores, so your face will likely look and feel cleaner.

Some people dry brush the face before showering to open up and better clean the pores. Also, by exfoliating, your skin is ready to receive that moisturizer or other product, and because those dead skin cells are gone, your product will simply work better and be much more effective.

There’s no scientific evidence that dry brushing helps clear the lymphatic system, although that is often a claim that is made. Since the lymph system runs right under the skin’s surface, people claim it helps with lymphatic flow and detoxification.

Dry brushing is certainly not a medical treatment, but it feels good and it can work to brighten your complexion and make skin care products work better.

What You Should Know About Facial Peels

   Facial  Sep 22, 2017  Comments Off on What You Should Know About Facial Peels
What You Should Know About Facial Peels

Because they come with a myriad of benefits, more and more people are opting for facial peels to address their skin ailments. With a little research and some sound advice, you may be booking your first facial peel soon!

What are Facial Peels?

Facial peels are fairly straightforward – essentially, they use an acidic solution to exfoliate by removing the top layers of skin and stimulating cell turnover. When new cells are formed, it creates smoother, more even skin.

The reason most people opt for facial peels is that they can produce more effective results than a regular facial. Usually, peels are used to treat acne, even skin tone and reduce fine lines. Different peels are available to treat specific skin issues, and they vary in intensity levels, from mild to deep chemical peels. Depending on the results you are trying to achieve, your skin specialist may recommend multiple treatments.

Know Your Skin Type

The best thing you could do before a facial peel is to thoroughly research if it is the best option for you. The different type and level of facial peel addresses different issues, so knowing the problems you want to correct should guide your choice in treatment.

Being aware of your skin type could impact your decision as well. Facial peels are usually recommended for people with fairer skin, and could cause scarring or pigment change on darker skin tones. And if you have other skin issues, like eczema, a peel could irritate the skin further, causing more redness.

Talk With Your Specialist

To really know for sure if facial peels are the best option, discuss it with your dermatologist or esthetician. They are trained to know the best recommendations for your skin type and should be able to clearly address certain risks with the treatment. Once you have a plan in place, they can put your mind at ease by reviewing what to expect during and after the procedure.

As with any doctor consultation, be open and honest about your lifestyle. Do you spend a lot of time in the sun? Are you on any medication? Do you have a specific event coming up that you want to look your best for? Because the aftermath of facial peels can be intensive, knowing what your life is like outside of their office would give your specialist a better idea of what to recommend for your treatment.

The Aftermath

Treating your skin after a facial peel is just as important as the procedure. Be sure to avoid sun exposure, as UV rays can cause irritation and redness to your vulnerable new skin cells.

For a few days following the treatment, you may notice some peeling as your skin continues to shed. Although it may be tempting to help the skin along by peeling it yourself, resist that urge! Premature peeling could traumatize the skin and lead to permanent scarring. Instead, moisturize your skin with high quality lotion and discuss post-treatment options with your dermatologist or esthetician. And don’t worry – your skin will continue to heal itself and exfoliate off in it’s own time.

If you’re looking for more details, you can always reach out to me right here in Petaluma, CA. As an esthetician with my own sensitive skin, I know the importance of using high quality skin care products and can address your skin concerns.