Whether you’re after relaxation or results, a HydraFacial is a must-try! With over 2.5 million treatments performed every year, this treatment goes beyond your typical skincare experience.
We chat with Mai Guillou, founder of Skin to Heart Clinic in Melbourne, about why everyone’s obsessing over this next-gen skin rejuvenation treatment.
How long have you been offering HydraFacial at Skin to Heart?
I’ve been offering HydraFacial to my clients for the past 10 years and it has proven to be extremely popular. We also incorporate it into our two main signature treatments: our ‘Standard’ treatment which involves HydraFacial, LED light therapy and growth factor infusion; and our ‘Elevated’ treatment which encompasses all of the above, as well as a deeper peel and an extra rejuvenating mask to promote further hydration into the tissue.
What makes the treatment so special?
HydraFacial is an amazing technology that delivers the results of an advanced facial. It uses patented vortex technology to deeply cleanse the skin and effectively deliver botanical ingredients containing nutrients such as hyaluronic acid, horse chestnut seed extract, red algae extract, copper, zinc and magnesium peptides to where they do the most good. HydraFacial delivers powerful antioxidants to help counteract damage by free radicals – from pollution, sun and stress – which can degrade the skin and accelerate the ageing process.
It delivers the most important steps of a facial; it cleanses, exfoliates on a chemical and mechanical level (both are needed for perfect results), extracts, infuses and rebalances.
HydraFacial has replaced the old-fashioned facials we once used to perform. It is a non-negotiable in my clinic and complementary treatments performed such as lasers, LEDs and peels are performed on top of HydraFacial.
What makes it different from traditional facials or microdermabrasion treatments?
A microdermabrasion treatment is used as a resurfacing modality. The outermost layer of the skin is polished and exfoliated in order to induce a low level of inflammation which then in turn induces a cascade of inflammatory cytokines which promote collagen production but also a healthier skin and more uniform, smoother texture.
HydraFacial interacts with the skin on a much more superficial level and is designed to cause minimal inflammation through its exfoliating process. It extracts impurities like blackheads, dirt and oil, and then it infuses goodness into the skin once it has been thoroughly deep cleansed.
I am from that older generation that believes that skin should be first deep cleansed before any other treatments can be performed. A real artist needs to treat the skin on a blank and clean canvas first, before treating anything else, and this is another reason HydraFacial is so important in our clinic. It is the foundation of our list of treatments performed in order to reach the best skin health possible.
What can we expect after treatment?
The immediate results are a hydrated, smooth and radiant-looking skin. The clean sensation is also pretty phenomenal and this, I feel, has an impact on our psyche. We feel cleansed, clearer and in order!
In typical cases, skin looks clearer, healthier and is easier to manage. You will notice a dewier, more vibrant complexion and long-term benefits with continued treatments. If you’re looking for some serious get up and glow, this 30-minute treatment is for you!
Any things we should be mindful of?
We recommend not to wash the skin on the day of treatment. As the skin barrier function has been slightly impaired, it needs time to heal, and we need to allocate enough time for all the actives to penetrate deeply into the skin. There will be a very slight amount of inflammation, not even noticeable to the naked eye, but it is important to wait until skin fully heals before reverting to normal skincare.
The next day, you can expect the skin to look radiant, luminous and to feel nourished and comfortable. In some rare instances, there may be some peeling, but this should dissipate after a few days.
Is it for everyone’s skin?
With entirely personalised treatment options on offer, HydraFacial is beneficial for every skin type and every skin condition. We are able to regulate settings and tailor the booster infusion for sensitive, thicker, mature or photodamaged skin. We can alter many different boosters that will treat each skin condition; the exfoliating part also can be tailored depending on how our clients’ skin presents. It is genius.
Our male clientele love HydraFacial treatment just as much as our female clients as it perfectly targets skin concerns with no fuss. It can be used as a straight-to-the-point treatment, without any oil, and there’s no need to shave.
HydraFacial is also popular amongst teens and those with blemish-prone skin as it treats congestion and open and closed comedones very well.
HydraFacial encompasses everything a facial should cover, and more. I believe it is able to optimise our clients’ skin health, and in doing so also helps to maximise the results of other more invasive in-clinic treatments. [A]A
Where to get it
Find a HydraFacial practitioner in your area.
More Information www.likeyourlook.com.au
3 steps to glowing skin
Suitable for all skin types, HydraFacial improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, congested and enlarged pores, oily or acne-prone skin, hyperpigmentation and brown spots. Each 3-step treatment creates an instant ‘wow factor’ in terms of brighter, smoother and more radiant skin in just 30 minutes. No downtime required.
Step 1: Cleanse + Peel
A deep cleanse and gentle exfoliation / resurfacing to uncover a new layer of skin.
Step 2: Extract + Hydrate,
A painless vortex extraction device that removes debris from your pores while delivering intense moisturisers that nourish skin.
Step 3: Fuse + Protect
A patented infusion of hyaluronic acid, antioxidants and vitamins that work to restore, plump and hydrate the complexion.
