A facial is a rejuvenating experience that leaves your skin feeling fresh, glowing, and pampered. However, to maximize the benefits of your facial, it's just as important to focus on post-facial skincare. The care you give your skin after a treatment can enhance or extend the results of your session, helping you maintain that radiant glow for longer.
Choosing the Right Facial for You
The key to a great facial experience starts with choosing the right treatment for your skin. Whether you're aiming to deeply hydrate, address concerns like acne or aging, or simply give your skin some much-needed TLC, at NM Aesthetics, we offer a variety of facials tailored to meet your unique needs. Finding a facial that suits your skin type, lifestyle, and goals is essential for achieving the best results.
After your facial, our estheticians will provide personalized recommendations to help you maintain and extend the benefits of your treatment. Here are a few general tips to support your post-facial care:
Allow Your Skin to Settle and Absorb
After a facial, your skin may be more sensitive, especially if the treatment included exfoliation or extractions. At this stage, your skin is often primed to absorb products, but it's best to keep things gentle. Rather than diving straight into your regular routine, consider hydrating and soothing your skin with calming products. Our Epicutis Lipid Recovery Mask and Hydrinity Sheet Masque are ideal for replenishing moisture while calming any post treatment redness or sensitivity.
Enhance Your Results with the Right Products
After a facial, your skin is in a unique state— softened pores, revitalized cells, and an increased ability to absorb beneficial ingredients. This is a great time to introduce nourishing, restorative products. Rather than focusing on active treatments, opt for a simple, soothing routine that complements your treatment and enhances its effects. A light, hydrating moisturizer like our Alastin Ultra Light Moisturizer can lock in hydration and help maintain your skin's fresh appearance. Especially when paired with Alastin HA Immerse or Hydrinity Restorative HA.
Protect Your Skin from External Factors
One of the most important aspects of post-facial care is protecting your skin from external stressors. After any treatment, your skin may be more sensitive to environmental factors like UV rays or pollution. Applying sunscreen is an essential step in safeguarding your skin’s health and ensuring the longevity of your results. For optimal protection, we recommend the EltaMD UV Restore Broad-Spectrum SPF40 to shield your skin without feeling heavy.
Consistency is Key for Long-Term Glow
The benefits of a facial don’t have to end the moment you leave the spa. Consistent care following your treatment is essential to prolonging its results. Establishing a post-facial skincare routine tailored to your skin’s needs will help keep your complexion glowing and healthy.
While facials offer an instant boost, what you do afterward is equally important for maintaining and enhancing those results. Post-facial skincare isn’t about rigid rules; it’s about adjusting your routine to meet your skin’s needs at that moment. Keep it gentle, nourishing, and protective—and most importantly, always apply sunscreen! If you need help choosing the right facial for your skin and creating a personalized post-facial routine, schedule an appointment with one of our skilled estheticians.
