Experience the Allure of an At-Home Facial
It’s time to go back to basics and spoil yourself with an at-home facial. Self-care and pampering your skin are now within reach with the right products and tools. There’s no need to visit the spa for a luxurious experience – now, you can create your own spa day without leaving your home.
The Products:
- Cleanser
- Skin Devices
- Chemical Peel
- Gentle Facial Scrub
- Face Mask
- Alcohol- Free Toner
- Serum
- Moisturizer
- Facial Sponge/ SoftWash Cloth
Steps:
- Cleanser: Start with a deep cleansing of your skin using a gentle cleanser with a facial cleaning brush, ensuring the removal of makeup, oil, and sunscreen. This will help your skin absorb the products you use next.
- Skin Devices: This step is optional. Skipping it won’t affect the effectiveness of your at-home facial. However, some people enjoy using LED light or microcurrent devices. Adding a skin device can aid wound healing, reduce inflammation, and potentially boost collagen production for plumper skin and faster recovery from acne breakouts. Consistent use of your microcurrent device is key to achieving these results.
- Chemical Peel: Next, it’s time for a thorough exfoliation. At-home chemical peels range from mild to strong.
Mild: use AHAs, which are driven from fruit and milk. These peels are suitable for most skin types.
Medium: use BHAs, such as salicylic acid, which are effective for treating acne-prone skin. Or can go higher percentages of AHAs or/and BHAs.
Apply a thin layer and leave it on for 3-5 minutes to dissolve cellular build-up. - Gentle Facial Scrub: While a chemical peel dissolves the bonds between dead skin cells, a facial scrub or exfoliator lifts them off the skin. Use a well-formulated facial scrub to avoid any potential harm from abrasive particles.
Gently massage the scrub over your skin for 30-60 seconds, then rinse and pat dry. - Face Mask: After exfoliating, apply a hydrating and soothing face mask to comfort your fresh skin cells.
Leave it on for 15 minutes, then rinse off using a soft washcloth or facial sponge. - Alcohol- Free Toner: Once the mask has been rinsed off, give your skin yet another boost of hydration by using an alcohol-free toner. This also helps remove any impurities that could be left over on your skin from tap water.
- Serum: After a facial, your skin is ready for a serum with active ingredients. Choose one suitable for your skin type, focusing on soothing and hydrating properties. Since you’ve already exfoliated, avoid using acid serums for further exfoliation. Massage it in gently and allow it to fully absorb. You’ll start to feel the effects immediately!
- Moisturizer: Complete your facial by applying moisture to nourish and soften the skin. This will help to reduce redness and calm any inflammation. Give yourself a facial massage to reduce puffiness and bring fresh blood flow to your face.
Just a few simple steps and products are all you need to enjoy the allure of an at-home facial. Invest in yourself and find a few moments of self-care. Let yourself have this soothing and healing experience, and give your skin the love it deserves.
