The Ultimate Guide to HydraFacial™: What It Is and How It Works
The best way to experience a HydraFacial in Wentzville
Do you know the hazards your skin “faces” every single day? You might think you're doing everything to keep it healthy by wearing sunscreen and keeping a collection of your favorite hats nearby at all times, but our modern lifestyles make it hard to protect the skin completely from environmental damage.
Since the earliest of human life people have been exposed to environmental damage from natural light. However, our modern-day reliance on artificial light versus natural light puts our skin at greater risk of being adversely affected by oxidative stress, and the “link between aging and oxidative stress is well documented,” according to a 2018 article published on the National Library of Medicine website.
Basically, what that very scientific article is getting at is that living in a world where we get less natural sunlight and spend more time on digital devices like smartphones and laptops, we’re damaging our skin and accelerating its aging.
Some of the symptoms of skin damage include:
Diminished tone and vibrancy
Discolored spots
Loss of elasticity and firmness
Uneven skin texture
So, that was the bad news. Here’s the good news:
You can have beautiful, healthy skin and still spend time on TikTok and binge your favorite shows on Netflix. The solution is our HydraFacial™ treatment which infuses your skin with high-grade serums that promote cell regeneration, correct damaged skin, and remove deep-set impurities.
HydraFacial™ is a three-step facial treatment that has been a fan favorite at The Color Room in Wentzville for the last five years. If you’re looking for an affordable facial to add to your skincare routine with absolutely no downtime, you won’t be disappointed with this “lunchtime” treatment.
Keep scrolling to learn more about this yummy, highly skin-nourishing facial.
How HydraFacial™Works
A HydraFacial™ is a 45-60-minute facial that offers numerous benefits. Some of the top HydraFacial™ benefits include:
Deep cleansing
Pore minimization
Skin hydration
Improved skin texture
Here’s what to expect when you schedule this AH-mazing experience.
Step #1: Cleansing and Peeling
The first thing your esthetician does is cleanse your skin to remove any makeup or other surface-level products on your face. Next, they exfoliate the skin to remove any dead skin cells. Sometimes this includes dermaplaning the skin. We’ll talk more about that later. But if you choose not to add dermaplaning to your HydraFacial™, you’ll receive a gentle peel that never leaves you with the post-peel scaliness you might experience with stronger peels. The peel you receive as part of your HydraFacial™ leaves your skin hydrated.
Step #2: Exfoliating and Hydrating
The next step gets down to the nitty-gritty and cleans out the dirt and other debris from your pores. Your esthetician uses HydraFacial's Vortex-Fusion vacuum technology to suction debris from congested pores painlessly and get them prepped to receive skin-enriching hydrating serums.
Step #3: Fusing and Protecting
Once your pores are cleaned out and open, it's time to add the finishing serums. The serums include antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid to give your skin that spectacular HydraFacial™ glow and help combat the environmental stressors your skin faces every day.
Which HydraFacial™ Booster Is Best?
The best booster depends on the person. A booster allows your esthetician to customize your treatment to your needs, and they’re used during the second step. For example, some boosters focus on brightening the skin, and others on enhancing one's collagen and elastic production for skin firming. Boosters can also be different strengths and adjusted based on the person’s skin type and treatment. For example, a lower-grade booster that contains a glycolic and salicylic blend might be used when a person has sensitive skin or had a dermaplane with their treatment.
HydraFacial™ with Dermaplaning
“If I were to recommend a service for the rest of my life, it would be dermaplane. But I really like doing it in addition to hydrafacials and peels,” says esthetician Olivia Lotz. A dermaplane is a type of mechanical exfoliation. While some people believe it’s strictly for hair removal, that’s not its primary purpose. The primary purpose is to remove the top layer of skin, and when it’s done during the HydraFacial™ treatment it allows for deep penetration of the serums and boosters.
HydraFacial™ versus Microdermabrasion
A HydraFacial™ treatment is one step beyond microdermabrasion. While microdermabrasion exfoliates and resurfaces the skin, HydraFacial™ incorporates serums and boosters, and allows the person to receive a more customized facial to address their unique skin concerns.
Is a HydraFacial™ Better than a Regular Facial?
We hate to compare our facials. It’s like comparing our children. But regular facials don’t allow for customization and don’t include extraction, making the HydraFacial™ a superior treatment for the money.
Checkout these Hydrafacial before and after photos:
Is HydraFacial™ for Everyone?
The short answer is yes — for the most part. Let us explain. Most skin types respond well to the treatment. It’s a great remedy for blackhead removal and can minimize the appearance of acne scars.
It’s also a great treatment for men. In fact, we have quite a few men who schedule hydrafacials — or their significant others schedule the service for them. The one difference for men is the dermplane add-on. If a man wants to include this add-on, our estheticians recommend dermaplaning from the bottom of the nose up. The reason is that the blade used isn’t sharp enough for adequate beard removal and can cause ingrown hairs.
While hydrafacials are good for almost everyone, some people shouldn’t have them. If you have any of the following skin concerns, consult with your esthetician to customize a facial treatment for you:
Acne
Pregnancy
Rosacea
Sunburn
How Long After a HydraFacial™ Do You See Results?
The results are immediate! Your skin will feel silky and well-nourished right away. Since HydraFacial™ is a gentle treatment, you won’t experience redness or peeling as would with treatments like microneedling.
How Long Do HydraFacial™ Results Last?
You’ll notice smoother, more glowing skin up to seven days following your treatment. If you want that continual glow and deep-cleansed feel, we recommend scheduling a hydrafacial every six to eight weeks. Regularly receiving hydrafacials will gradually improve your skin by reducing pore size, minimizing fine lines and wrinkles, evening out your skin tone, and brightening your skin.
Do and Don'ts after HydraFacial™
Taking care of your skin after a hydrafacial prolongs the luminous results, protects your skin and ensures you get the most out of the treatment.
Do wear sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher
Do avoid direct sun exposure after your treatment to protect your recently peeled skin
Do wait at least two weeks after any injectable or fillers treatments when scheduling a HydraFacial™ treatment
Don’t schedule any laser skin treatments or chemical peels for two weeks
A hydrafacial is a pretty straightforward, uncomplicated treatment. It doesn’t require you to do much but enjoy the results, making it ideal for all lifestyles.
Is a HydraFacial™ Worth the Money?
HydraFacial™ is a great entry-level skincare treatment to help you achieve your skin goals. If you want more even-toned skin, fewer breakouts, and deeply nourished skin, a hydrafacial is an affordable option. Prices for our customizable HydraFacial™ treatments begin at $159. If you’re on a budget and have more flexibility in your schedule, follow us on social media to stay alerted to last-minute, discounted facial openings to reduce the out-of-pocket HydraFacial™ cost.
Book a Hydrafacial at The Color Room Today!
A hydrafacial is one of the best ways to nourish dry winter skin. So why not book your treatment today? Reserve your HydraFacial™ today or contact us at 636-856-1400.
