I've never been a fan of extractions. Aestheticians swear it helps remove blackheads and cleans out congested pores, but most of the time they just leave my oily and sensitive skin with pesky post-facial breakouts. When I learned about the HydraFacial, a treatment that leaves skin smoother, clearer, and hydrated without the pain and annoying aftermath of traditional extractions, I was immediately intrigued.
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There's a reason why celebs swear by this facial. Instead of a traditional extraction tool, the HydraFacial uses a fancy vortex tool, which is really what sets this treatment apart. The tool literally suctions off everything from dirt to blackheads and dead skin from your face, and it's absolutely painless.
After receiving my HydraFacial treatment from Chuan Body + Soul Spa in NYC, my skin felt so soft and looked unbelievably radiant. I don't know how I'd ever be able to go back to traditional extractions again. Here's everything you need to know about HydraFacials and why it's worth getting!
The extraction tool is like no other.
"Only HydraFacial uses a patented Vortex-Fusion to deeply cleanse and remove impurities from clogged pores, while simultaneously delivering vital nutrients to hydrate and protect the skin,” says HydraFacial Trainer Jessica Haapanen. "The HydraFacial uses patented Hydropeel tips. The unique spiral design and powerful suction provides unparalleled non-invasive skin resurfacing and temporary pore opening to effectively cleanse, exfoliate, and extract impurities evenly without damaging the skin, while simultaneously delivering proprietary serums to the skin.”
This type of extraction is especially great for women with sensitive skin.
The Vortex-Fusion is really gentle on the skin. Unlike most facials, my skin wasn’t red and irritated afterwards and I didn’t experience any post breakouts either. “By performing mechanical extractions during the HydraFacial procedure, congestion is being removed from the pores without the consequential effects of manual extraction," says Haapanen. Clients are not left with red marks or abrasions on the skin like they would through a manual extraction process. The benefit is no downtime for the client.”
It immediately gives you a glow.
I literally walked out with my skin already looking radiant. "It uses both a physical and chemical peel to cleanse, evenly exfoliate, and extract impurities and dead skin cells, while replenishing the skin with vital nutrients, including antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid," says Haapanen. "The results are immediate with no downtime."
Your pores will look smaller.
I’m talking drastically smaller. Even the ones on the bridge of my nose were less noticeable after this treatment.
There are no side effects.
Again, the gentle treatment doesn’t leave behind any redness, irritation or post-treatment breakouts. This is probably the best thing about this facial.
It can be pricey but worth it.
HydraFacials can range anywhere from $150 to $400 depending on where you go. But medical spas and dermatology offices also offer them. Plus, you can easily find deals on Groupon.com. Just saying.
