Acne-Prone Skin Facial

An acne-prone skin facial is specifically designed to address and treat acne while helping to maintain skin health. It typically includes several steps to reduce breakouts, inflammation, and excess oil production. Here’s what you can expect from an acne-prone skin facial:

1. Cleansing: The facial begins with a deep cleansing to remove dirt, oil, and makeup. This step ensures that the pores are clean and prepped for the treatment.

2. Exfoliation: A gentle exfoliant, is applied to help remove dead skin cells. This helps prevent clogged pores, which are a common cause of acne. 

3. Extraction (Optional): If necessary, the esthetician will carefully extract blackheads or whiteheads. This step is usually done if there’s congestion in the pores but should be performed by a professional to avoid scarring.

4. Treatment Mask: A mask is applied to calm and soothe the skin. Ingredients like clay, tea tree oil, or sulfur are often used to absorb excess oil, reduce inflammation, and fight acne-causing bacteria.

5. Serums or Treatments: Specialized serums may be used to target acne. These could contain ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or niacinamide to reduce acne and prevent future breakouts.

6. Moisturizing and Protection: The facial ends with a gentle moisturizer to hydrate the skin, followed by sunscreen (especially if the treatment involved exfoliation). Protecting the skin from UV exposure is important to avoid hyperpigmentation from acne scars.