Three Health Benefits Facials and Getting Them Regularly

Skin health often gets overlooked as a luxury, but your wellbeing must care for your skin. Your skin is your body’s largest organ and is critical to your overall health. It is the first line of defense against bacteria, toxins, and environmental stressors - so keeping it clean, nourished, and protected is crucial. It also can tell us a lot about our overall health, with skin issues being just one symptom of something more significant in the body.

Detoxification

One health benefit of getting facials regularly is detoxification. Clogged pores, whiteheads, blackheads, dull skin, and even fine lines are all signs that toxins are built up on your skin. With professional facials, we can reach a deeper level of cleansing than available at home. A deep double cleanse is always the first step of a facial, loosening the buildup of toxins. Then, steaming combined with exfoliation opens the pores, making it easier for the toxins to clear out. Extraction (manually pushing out the debris in pores) is the final step in removing the toxin buildup. These steps contribute to the detoxification benefits of a facial, priming the skin to better protect itself from the bad and absorb nourishing products more effectively.

Relaxation

Another key benefit of regular facials is relaxation. In the age of self-care, it's common knowledge that we must spend more time destressing. A professional facial is a multi-sensory experience with the goal of promoting a state of deep relaxation. The use of essential oils, warm and cold therapy, pressure point massages, and calming music are just a few of the factors that make a facial so relaxing.

The touch of another human stimulates the release of oxytocin, a feel-good hormone essential in reducing anxiety and lifting mood. The face has hundreds of pressure points that connect to various organ systems in the body, promoting healthy function. Glowing skin results from your body systems working together, and the systems work best when they get the much-needed intentional bits of deep relaxation. On the other hand, stress can cause skin issues like inflammation, dullness, and breakouts.

Rejuvenation

Cell rejuvenation is another major advantage of getting regular facials. Facial massage promotes blood circulation, which oxygenates and nourishes skin cells and encourages collagen production, which plumps the skin. The use of professional masks, serums, and treatments nourishes the skin cells. The professional-grade brand we use in our facials is Blissoma, formulated with holistic, organic, raw-plant ingredients. Blissoma products are full of phytonutrients, herbal and botanical extracts, and antioxidants that nourish the essential skin barrier, provide deep hydration, and reduce inflammation, all for your most resilient skin.

Scheduling Regular Facials

Remember, breakouts and other skin "imperfections" are just ways the body signals that it is overloaded with toxins, stress, or simply the wrong products for your skin type. It can be easy for internal and external stressors to wear on your skin, but addressing these problems with regular facials and professional guidance can help not only the appearance of your skin but also your overall health.

Getting professional facials every 4-6 weeks is recommended for optimal skin health. Think of monthly facials like regular wellness appointments - home care is essential. Still, regular visits will give you professional guidance and deep treatments to keep your skin healthy.

Book a facial at Healing Arts to get healthy skin by detoxing, relaxing, and rejuvenating.