The Best Facial For Your Skin Condition as seen in Spa and wellness

Your skin is unique, and finding the right facial to address your specific skin concerns can transform your complexion and boost your confidence.

Whether you’re dealing with acne, sensitivity, aging, pigmentation or dryness, we understand how frustrating and overwhelming it can be to navigate the myriad of skincare options available. Sheridan Rollard, an award-winning skincare expert from Shine Skin and Body, shares her professional insights and recommendations to help you achieve healthy, glowing skin tailored to your needs.

Acne: Carbon Facial or Extraction Facial

Dealing with acne can be incredibly frustrating and can significantly impact your self-esteem. Acne often presents as blackheads, whiteheads, pimples or cysts, caused by excess oil production, bacteria and hormonal changes. The persistent inflammation and redness can make you feel self-conscious and desperate for a solution.

Carbon Facial

The carbon facial, also known as the ‘China Doll Facial’, is a cutting-edge treatment perfect for acne-prone skin. This procedure starts with applying a thin layer of liquid carbon to the face, which penetrates deep into the pores. A laser then targets the carbon, exploding it to exfoliate and deeply cleanse the skin, cleaning the pores. This process reduces acne-causing bacteria and smooths the skin texture, making it an ideal option for oily and acne-prone skin. At Shine we then follow with our famous extraction technique.

Extraction Facial

An extraction facial is designed to manually clear clogged pores, reducing blackheads and whiteheads. This facial involves deep cleansing, steaming to open the pores, and carefully extracting impurities carefully. This method is a game changer for maintaining clear skin and preventing future breakouts.

 

 

Pigmentation: Chemical Peels and IPL

Uneven skin tone, dark spots, and pigmentation can be a source of frustration. These issues often result from sun exposure, hormonal changes or inflammation, leaving you with an uneven skin tone that is difficult to conceal and can significantly impact your confidence.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are an effective solution for pigmentation, working by exfoliating the skin and encouraging new cell growth. Peels containing Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), tranexamic acid, and kojic acid are particularly beneficial. AHAs dissolve the bonds between dead skin cells, revealing brighter skin beneath. Tranexamic acid reduces dark spots by inhibiting pigment transfer within the skin. Kojic acid, derived from mushrooms, has powerful skin-lightening properties that help fade age spots and sun damage.

 

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

The IPL facial is a non-invasive treatment using broad-spectrum light to target and break down pigmented cells in the skin. The light energy is absorbed by the melanin, which is then broken into tiny particles and naturally eliminated. As an added benefit, IPL treatments also stimulate collagen production, leading to firmer, more youthful skin.

Sensitivity: Traditional Facial and LED Therapy

Sensitive skin can make you feel constantly on edge, worrying about reactions to products and treatments. This condition can cause redness, itching, burning, and dryness, making it challenging to find skincare that soothes rather than irritates.

Traditional Facial

For sensitive skin, less is more. A traditional facial is gentle, focusing on mild cleansing and deep moisturizing. Calming ingredients, gentle exfoliant, if any, and less actives are used to hydrate and soothe without causing redness or irritation, helping to strengthen the skin’s barrier over time.

LED Therapy

LED therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses different wavelengths of light to treat various skin conditions. Red light therapy is especially beneficial for sensitive skin, reducing inflammation, accelerating healing, and boosting circulation without causing irritation.

 

 

Aging: LED, IPL, Laser Facials and Dermal Needling

As you age, your skin undergoes changes. Loss of elasticity, firmness and moisture can lead to fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of tone. Luckily there are so many options for this skin condition these days.

LED Therapy

Red light LED therapy stimulates collagen production, essential for maintaining skin elasticity and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. This treatment improves skin texture and tone, providing a more youthful appearance with regular sessions.

IPL Facial

IPL addresses not only ageing by increasing collagen and elastin within the skin resulting in firmer skin with reduced fine lines, plumper skin and improved texture. It also targets pigmentation and redness, which are signs of sun damage and a part of the ageing process.

Laser Facials

Laser facials use focused light energy to reach deeper skin layers, promoting natural regeneration. Some machines such as fractionated and CO2 lasers are fantastic for more advanced ageing concerns. Genesis is great to also help achieve a glow.

Dermal Needling

Dermal needling, or microneedling, is excellent for aging skin and also creating healthy long lasting glowing skin. It does this by stimulating collagen and elastin production, which are crucial for maintaining skin’s firmness and elasticity. By creating tiny punctures in the skin, this treatment triggers the body’s natural healing process, reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging. The result is a smoother, firmer and more youthful complexion.

 

 

Dry Skin: Hydrating Facials

Dry skin can leave you feeling uncomfortable, with a rough, flaky texture and tightness. This condition, caused by environmental factors, aging or improper skincare routines makes it challenging to maintain hydration and a smooth complexion.

A traditional facial

Regular, hydrating facials are essential for dry skin, focusing on replenishing moisture and restoring the skin’s natural barrier. Look for facials that use great exfoliation techniques, rubberised masks, long luxurious massages and sheet masks. Though a great homecare routine is the real saviour with this skin issue.

Choosing the right facial for your skin condition can make a significant difference in your skincare results. By understanding your skin’s needs and opting for the appropriate treatments, you can achieve a healthier, more radiant complexion.

For personalised advice and to explore these treatments further, visit Shine Skin and Body for expert care and tailored skincare solutions.

 

Shine Skin and Body

323 Swan Street, Richmond

https://shineskinandbody.com.au/

 

Expert insights from Sheridan Rollard of Shine Skin and Body