Diana's Easy Guide to Facials

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What is a facial?

Generally speaking, a facial is a multi-step skin care treatment that may utilize steam, deep cleansing, exfoliation of varying degrees, face, neck and shoulder massage, a facial mask according to your skin and a selection of finishing serums and creams. The types of facials are almost endless, but the right one for you is best prescribed by your Esthetician according to your skin type, any conditions you have or problems with your skin. Regular facials can provide great benefit to skin health and mental well-being. 

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How much is a good facial?

For a 1-hour full facial, you should expect to pay around $125 and $200.  This is for a custom European facial using professional products. For other types of skin care treatments, advanced facials can be more in the range of $150 to $300 or more. The more sophisticated the facial treatment, the higher the price. Some types of skin care services require the Aesthetician to have extra certifications, for example Chemical Peels, Dermaplaning or Microdermabrasion, in addition to their state's Esthetician or Facial Specialist licensing. These specialized treatments will often command a higher price than their basic facial counterpart.

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Is it worth getting a facial?

It is always worth taking care of yourself and getting a facial improves skin health. So from that perspective, yes, it is worth getting a facial. But you must also ask yourself a few questions before committing to a facial or to a particular Esthetician near me. Whether or not facials are worth getting depends on a variety of factors, in my opinion. First and foremost, is it in your budget to get a facial? Is it a quality treatment that will give you the results or experience you're looking for? Does the price of the facial match the service you're getting? Ask yourself these questions and you will certainly be able to decide the right facial that is worth it for you!

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What does a full facial include?

A full facial - meaning a traditional one-hour European facial includes the following steps:

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Step 1) Cleanse

Step 2) Second Cleanse (with steam optional)

Step 3) Exfoliation - either mechanical exfoliation using a tool of sorts, or a chemical exfoliation using acids of varying types depending on your skin.

Step 4) Extractions if necessary

Step 5) Mask

Step 6) Face, neck and shoulder massage

Step 7) Finishing treatments

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How often should you go for a facial?

The rule of thumb for when to get a facial is once a month on average. When we're younger, our skin cells turn over at around 28 days, but as we age, our cell turnover slows. So, the 4 week mark is aimed at bringing the skin back to that youthful state. Depending on your age and your skin's condition, 3 weeks might be better for you - especially if you're dealing with sun damage, wrinkles or excessive dry skin. 

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Are you an Esthetician near me? Do you give facials near me?

Diana O'Donnell Skin Care is located in Naples, FL, on the Southwest Gulf Coast of Florida. If you're in Southwest Florida, then I'm near you! 

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What is the best facial in Naples, FL?

In my experience, the HydraFacial is the best facial you can get. If you're talking about facials  - meaning a non-invasive skin care treatment performed by an Aesthetician in Naples, Florida - not a medical treatment, a HydraFacial will give you the most dramatically visible results, the most long lasting results and is one of the healthiest facials available anywhere. Especially when you combine HydraFacial with dermaplaning or microcurrent, the anti-aging results are incredible.

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