Begin your personalised skin journey with our Skin Foundations Facial-expert analysis, clear answers, and a customised treatment designed to set the stage for your healthiest, most radiant skin yet. Choose the advanced option for an extended experience.
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Skin Foundations facials – 60 or 80 mins
Skin Foundations: The Beginning of Your Skin Journey
Your path to real skin change starts with clarity.
At Shine Skin and Body, your first appointment isn’t about squeezing everything into one facial. It’s about finally understanding your skin, getting answers you can trust, and setting you up for results that won’t fade the moment life gets busy again.
Why Your Foundation Matters
You’re not alone if your skin has been confusing you.
One month it behaves, the next it doesn’t. Products that once worked suddenly don’t. Breakouts show up out of nowhere, dryness hits at the worst time and congestion keeps coming back. It’s frustrating, and it’s hard to know what your skin is actually asking for.
The Skin Foundations Facial exists to remove the guesswork. You’ll walk away knowing:
• what’s causing your skin issues
• which products are helping or harming
• what your skin actually needs to improve
• exactly how to move forward with confidence
• how to stop the cycle of trial and error
This is where long-term results begin.
Where appropriate, your therapist may chat with you about advanced options that could accelerate your results. This is only ever suggested if your skin is ready and it aligns with your goals. Any elevated treatments such as needling or laser are completely optional and may come with an additional cost.
The Skin Foundations Facial
A clear diagnosis. A gentle beginning. A plan you can follow.
This appointment focuses on giving you understanding, not overwhelming you with unnecessary steps. You receive:
• A full skin consultation that gets to the root cause
• A complete review of your homecare so you know what to keep, change or stop
• Imaging to show what’s happening beneath the surface
• A simple, effective treatment to begin repairing your skin
Your facial is guided by what you need most.
• If congestion is your main concern, we focus on extractions.
• If your barrier is fragile, we focus on strengthening and hydration.
Think of it as your first training session for your skin. Focused, purposeful and designed to set you up for success.
Great for anyone who wants answers, guidance and a gentle start to their journey.
The Skin Foundations Advanced Facial
When you want answers and a full treatment experience.
This option gives you everything in the Skin Foundations Facial with added time to deeply treat your skin. It is an extended, results-driven facial where we can:
• A blend of extractions and relaxation
• The option for more extractions if your skin needs it
• Deeper, more targeted treatment to advance your plan
• Full support for your skin from the very beginning
• LED if needed to address your concerns
Perfect if you want to walk out feeling clearer, calmer and well on your way.
What Happens Next
You won’t be left guessing.
After your treatment, your therapist creates a personalised skin plan tailored to your goals. It includes:
• product recommendations based on your skin condition
• treatment pathways for the months ahead
• clear steps so you know exactly what to do at home
This is where your transformation takes shape.
Why Shine Skin and Body
You’re guided by therapists who specialise in acne, extractions, skin repair and long-term results. We focus on education, not quick fixes. You’re supported every step of the way.
Book your Skin Foundations appointment and begin your journey with the confidence that you’re finally doing what’s right for your skin.
Skin Foundations Facial $225
The Skin Foundations Advanced Facial $290
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What is a Skin Foundations Facial?
Our Skin Foundations Facial is a fully customised consultation and treatment designed to uncover your skin’s needs and begin your journey to healthier skin. Whether you’re dealing with breakouts, congestion, dullness or just want expert guidance, this is the ideal starting point. Led by experienced skin specialists in Melbourne, it can include extractions and tailored product recommendations.
What’s the difference between the 60-minute and 80-minute Skin Foundations Facial?
Both versions of the Skin Foundations Facials are fully customised and include skin analysis, cleansing, exfoliation, manual extractions (no tools), and targeted treatment masks.
It is just about timing. The advanced is 20mins longer to include more extractions or a beautiful massage.
Is the Skin Foundations Facial suitable for acne-prone skin?
Yes. This treatment is designed to address all stages of acne, including blackheads, whiteheads, congestion, and inflamed breakouts. Our therapists are acne specialists who will assess your skin and include extractions and treatment products as needed to begin clearing your skin from day one.
I don’t have acne – is this facial still suitable for me?
Absolutely. Skin Foundations Facial is for anyone wanting their best skin ever. Whether you’re concerned about dehydration, sensitivity, pigmentation, rosacea or ageing, we tailor every step—from cleansing to finishing products—to suit your unique skin needs and goals.
Do you perform extractions during the Skin Foundations Facial?
Yes—if your skin requires them. We perform gentle, professional extractions to remove congestion, blackheads, and other impurities. Our extraction facials are known across Melbourne for their effectiveness and safety, especially for acne-prone skin.
What downtime is associated with this facial?
There’s minimal to no downtime for most clients. If you’ve had extractions, you might notice mild redness that typically subsides within a few hours. If you have inflamed acne, your skin will calm within a few hours. Our focus is on skin healing, so we avoid harsh or aggressive techniques. You’ll leave feeling fresh, clean, and on track toward clearer skin.
How is this facial customised to my skin concerns?
We start with a thorough skin analysis and consultation. From there, your therapist selects products, techniques, and steps specific to your skin type and concerns—be it acne, dryness, rosacea, pigmentation, or sensitivity.
How many facials will I need?
That depends on your skin goals. Many clients notice improvement after the first facial, but for long-term change—especially with acne, congestion, or pigmentation—we recommend a series of treatments, spaced 3–4 weeks apart. Your therapist will create a personalised treatment plan during your visit.
Is the Skin Foundations Facial suitable for teenagers with acne?
Yes. We regularly treat teenage clients and customise the experience to be gentle yet effective. Our goal is not only to clear breakouts but also to educate young clients about proper skincare at home.

