68 July-August 2015 www.womanthismonth.com BEAUTY | review Beyond Face Value A combination of expert hands and beautiful products, resulting in a relaxing and totally indulgent spot of ‘me time’ as you relax at the salon; Ankita Mamgain brings you more on facials. It might be impossible to get the kind of soft, flawless facial skin you see in ad campaigns and magazines, without some skilful airbrushing. However, taking care of your face has never been easier, safer and more fun. Today there are several ways to help improve the look and feel of your skin and increasingly, many adults and even teens are turning to facials. Facial treatments are meant to cleanse, firm, smooth and moisturise the skin. They are not only an excellent way to relax and be pampered, but also a means for making your skin healthier. According to research by the International Spa Association, facials are the third most popular spa treatment, right behind massages and manicures or pedicures in the USD10.9-billion spa industry. You can certainly give your face a massage at home and then relax with a face-pack on, cucumber slices on the eyelids and tranquil tunes playing in the background, but it’s not quite the same as having it done at a spa. The care with which an aesthetician applies creams, gels, serums, masks, mists and lotions, leaves you feeling pampered in addition to cleaning and revitalising your skin. TYPES OF FACIALS Some facials claim to do nothing more than give you a relaxing massage; others target specific skin problems, such as acne, dryness or wrinkles. They can range from being low-tech affairs, using hand-mixed pastes and compounds, to high-tech procedures, involving electrical stimulation to temporarily tighten skin. A basic facial involves cleaning, steaming and finishing off with a nice massage, which can be tailored to specific skin types, for instance hypoallergenic products may be part of the treatment for sensitive skin. If your eyes are looking a little tired, you might want to consider a bio-lift facial. Alpha-hydroxy acid facials claim to help aging skin look more youthful, as do collagen or paraffin facials. If mature skin isn't your problem – and your youthful dermis suffers from acne, you can seek out a specialised treatment to clear up skin or antioxidant and pollutionfighting facials that have special ingredients formulated to combat free radicals which can contaminate and damage your skin If you want a clear mind in addition to a clear face, consider an aromatherapy facial, Facial treatments are meant to cleanse, firm, smooth and moisturise the skin. They are not only an excellent way to relax and be pampered, but also as a means for making your skin healthier
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