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We all love our self care/ love days after a long week of stress, but sometimes we don’t know where to start. Well let me tell you that getting a facial is the best thing to try for you and your skin.  A facial is a skin treatment that improves your skin health and overall well being. Facials are also known for relaxation which everyone needs, due to the gentle massages they incorporate to target facial muscles and help to release tension.  It also increases blood flow to the skin which brings nutrients and oxygen to reduce stress and promote a healthy, radiant complexion. Stress damages our skin by acne outbreaks, as well as dehydration. 

What’s include in a Facial

There are 5 steps that a facial includes in your appointment

• Cleansing: Helps remove dirt and makeup away from your skin before starting the process of your treatment 
• Exfoliation: Exfoliants are used with scrubs or gloves to exfoliate your skin with circle motion. To help remove dead skin cells and unclogging pores.
• Extract: Extraction is for blackheads, white heads, and other dirtiness of pores. In my opinion this is my least favorite part of a facial but it is worth the pain. 
• Massage: Warm body wraps, rubbing tools in your head, massage in your neck, arms, and back help reduce stress and relax tense facial muscles.
•   Hydrate: At the end of the treatment they finish it up with serums and moisturizers to deeply hydrate your skin. As well sunscreen to prevent any damage after exfoliating or hyperpigmentation. 

Types of facials 

Hydrafacial- One of the most popular treatments there is in esthetician. It’s very helpful for those who suffer from dry skin, this treatment is a deep cleanse that hydrates your skin and gives the glow right away. It reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and clears clogged prove, lastly it improves skin tones.

Chemical Peel- A way to exfoliate the skin and promotes a new skin growth which by the ways this helps remove dead skin cells, plus it leads you for a smooth and more even tone skin

Microneedling- A procedure that is more a medical service that includes a pen with multiple mini needles which helps with the appearance of line, wrinkles, and acne scars. This facial boosts your collagen system which helps your skin look smooth. 

Dermaplaning- Removes the outermost layer of dead skin which allows better product penetration especially when applying active ingredients and moisturizers 

Addressing Specific Skin Concerns:

Estheticians recommend getting a facial every 4-6 weeks for better results. This may depend on your skin concerns, type, and goals. I personally usually get it once done every month, so it helps me stay within my budget. Oily, Acne-prone, and dry skin is recommended to receive a facial every 4 weeks to manage any type of concerns and stay consistent with the progress. It’s totally normal that after receiving your facial treatment, your skin will be red and become inflamed due to removing all the toxins & bacteria from your skin. It is key to prevent sun exposure after your treatment. It is a must to have a hat to block the sun and depending on the treatment received to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.

Results

As you can see I’m a girl that suffers from acne, I completely understand how that might feel. From my experience, it was really hard at first to find a solution, but after having that door open where it lead me to a new beginning for my skin. I discovered the treatments of facials and took it as a beautiful opportunity to instead in my skincare. Hydrafacial is one of my favorite treatment at the moment which completely improved and restored my skin hydration while helping me control and prevents future breakouts. So don’t put off getting a facial, Trust me you and your skin will thank me later !:)

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Skincare can be confusing, especially since social media influencers have 15-step routines and all recommend different products. Truth is a simple 3-5 step routine can give the same results. Sometimes even better since you aren’t overwhelming your skin with various products. In this blog post, I’ll cover the essential steps, my personal routine, and affordable products. As a bonus, I will also talk about makeup that has skincare in it.

Essential Skincare Steps

1. Cleanser: This washes away all the dirt and makeup, giving you a clean base for the next products.
2. Serum: A treatment for specific things like acne, wrinkles, or brightness of the skin.
3. Moisturizer: Locks in the hydration for the day so that your skin isn’t dry or irritated.
4. Sunscreen: Protects the skin from sun damage and prolongs aging. This step is only used in the morning!

My Personal Routine

This is the routine I use to get clear and glowy skin! Each of these products plays a vital role in my skincare to maintain healthy skin.

Cleanser: La Roche-Posay Purifying Toleriane Face Wash for Oily Skin (Target $17.99). Use both AM and PM
Link For Facewash

Serum: Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum (Ulta $12). Use AM
Link for Hyaluronic Serum
Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum (Ulta $12) Use PM
Link for Niacinamide Serum

Moisturizer: Pacifica Glow Baby Hydrodew Moisture Gel
(Amazon $16.40) Use AM
Link for Pacifica Glow Baby
Cocokind Resurrection Polypeptide Cream (Target $28,49) Use PM
Link for Cocokind Cream

Sunscreen: Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing UV Lock Korean Sunscreen. (Target $24.99) Use AM
Link for Round Lab UV

Makeup and Skincare in 1

For people who love to wear makeup and still want to take care of their skin, here are some amazing products that range from low to high end! Not only do these products make you look good, but also keep your skin hydrated and protected from the sun. (* next to products, are the items I use)

Primer: Tatcha The Liquid Silk Canvas* ($54) / Elf Power Grip Primer + Niacinamide ($10)
Foundation: IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Foundation with SPF 40* ($47) / L’Oréal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum ($16)
Blush: Rhode Pocket Blush Infused with Peptides* ($24) / Elf Halo Glow Blush Beauty Wand ($9)
Setting Spray: Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray* ($38) / Elf Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray ($10)

Budget Friendly Skincare

Here are some budget-friendly skincare products that can give the same results as high-end products without breaking the bank.

Cleanser: Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin ($11.99)
Serum: The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum with Ceramides ($9.90)
Moisturizer: CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion ($13.29)
Sunscreen: CeraVe AM Face Moisturizer with SPF 30 ($13.29)

Build Your Own Routine

If you want to build your own skincare routine, the first step is finding out what skin type you have and what kind of products you need. Dry skin, oily skin, normal skin, or sensitive skin. If you have Dry skin, lean towards more moisturizing and thick products. Look for ingredients like Hyaluronic acid or Ceramides in your products. For Oily Skin, more lightweight and oil-free products would be best. Look for ingredients like Niacinamide or Salicylic acid to keep the oils under control. For Sensitive skin, stick to fragrance-free products to prevent flare-ups. Ingredients like Aloe Vera and Glycerin are best because they are soothing. Normal skin is really easy since there is nothing more the skin barrier needs. As long as you are balancing your hydration and using gentle products, your skin will thrive.

I hope this guide helps you simplify your routine and start your skincare journey without all of the extra stress about products and steps. Keeping it short and simple is the best thing you can do for your skin. For any further questions, feel free to Contact Me.