When you’re a woman in your 20s, navigating a new job, new friends, new city—a lot of things have the potential to go wrong every day. In my life, everything goes wrong every day; but I instead of getting overwhelmed, I just treat myself!
While I love to indulge in the occasional massage or hair treatment, I’m an even bigger fan of facials. Honestly, getting a facial is one of the most relaxing and rejuvenating things you can do for your skin. But as the beauty industry keeps evolving and new treatments come up on a daily basis, facial menus can be unnecessarily confusing, especially if you’re not familiar with most of the jargon and new technology. Questions like “Will they really use my own blood in a vampire facial?” are more common than you’d think.
This is why we’ve created an easy-to-read comprehensive guide of all the facials that will give you glowing, radiant skin. From hydra to vampire, we’ve broken down every medical facial you might encounter on your next visit to the dermatologist; if you’re in Delhi NCR, don’t forget to drop in at Uncover Laser, Skin and Hair Clinics for all these procedures and more!
HydraFacial™ Elite
The first on the list is my personal favourite. I’ve been dealing with acne for a few years now and it’s pretty hard to find a good facial that will give me maximum hydration and won’t clog my pores. So, when I heard about the Hydra facial, I simply had to go and see what the hype was about.
What To Expect
A hydra facial is a non-invasive facial for glowing skin that combines three procedures— cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration, in one session. The procedure uses a specialised machine that involves microdermabrasion (gently sanding the top, uneven layer of your skin) and pairs it with hydrating serums like hyaluronic acid to rejuvenate your skin from the inside out!
Benefits
The Hydra facial addresses issues like acne, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation, making your skin feel plump and deeply nourished after just one session. If you’re pondering over which facial is best for glowing skin, look no further.
Skin Type
This facial is a jack-of-all-trades, fitting the bill for a variety of skin types and concerns like dryness and anti-ageing.
Carbon Facial
I usually unwind with a nice carbon peel-off mask after a long day at work, but this facial is a little different. While this is a non-invasive procedure, it does use a laser so I thought I’d break it down for you guys.
What To Expect
The goth girl of facials, this facial uses carbon to draw out skin impurities and really exfoliates your skin from the inside out.
The process starts when a trained esthetician applies a layer of liquid black carbon onto your face. As it dries, the carbon bonds with all the dirt and impurities in your pores. Once it’s fully dried, the next step is a Q-Switch laser that’s passed across the surface of your skin.
The laser works by attracting carbon, which means that the energy and heat from the laser absorb the carbon paste, destroying all the impurities in your pores. It’s pretty fun to see the laser do its magic, ngl.
Benefits
As far as facials for instant glow go, this facial works to minimise pore appearance, as well as acne scars and pigmentation. It significantly brightens your face (due to collagen stimulation) and gives you that celebrity-like glow in a matter of minutes.
Skin Type
This facial is perfect if you’re battling stubborn acne or have oily, congested pores. You might experience a slight tingling, otherwise, it’s a rather painless process.
The Ultimate Zo-Obaji Facial
Now I have to admit, I tried this out mainly because of the strange name but it was exactly what my lifeless skin needed. If you’re wondering why it’s called the Zo-Obaji Facial, I suggest you keep reading to find out!
What To Expect
If you’re not a big fan of needles, the Ultimate Zo-Obaji Facial is for you. This facial is a type of skin treatment, employed to give you younger-looking, glowing skin without any intensive surgical procedures.
The way it works is: that trained estheticians use prescription-grade topicals formulated by Dr. Zein Obaji to help with skin discolouration, acne scars and dark patches. The best part though, is that this procedure has little to no side effects and works ridiculously well if you’ve been dealing with acne all your life.
Benefits
If you’ve never gotten a facial before, I highly recommend trying this out since it’s a non-invasive procedure—a gateway into the vast world of facials.
As for the benefits, the list is so long I could go on and on! The Ultimate Zo-Obaji Facial at Uncover Laser, Skin and Hair Clinics helps increase skin elasticity, reduces redness and diminishes age spots; it also lessens wrinkles and helps control and correct the epidermis (topmost layer of skin) to make sure you’re ready to seize the day.
Skin Type
This is the one-size-fits-all of facials, suitable for everyone from acne-prone to dry, dull skin.
IPL Photo Facial
I had so many questions about this facial, and I’m sure you do, too. I’ve really been struggling with acne scars lately and I think I’ve tried every topical treatment under the sun. So, when I heard of the photo facial, you best believe I learnt everything I could about this before actually getting it.
What To Expect
To put it briefly, a photo facial is a cosmetic procedure that uses a specialised IPL (intense pulsed light) device that projects intense pulsed light (IPL) onto the surface of your skin. This light is then absorbed by your skin and breaks down melanin, all while tightening your skin and improving elasticity.
Benefits
The Photo Facial is your answer to sun damage, age spots, and fine lines. It’s also a lifesaver if you have acne scars!
Skin Type
If you’re looking to enhance your overall skin texture non-invasively, this facial for glowing skin is the answer to all your problems!
UnTan Glow Peel
For the longest time, whenever I’d spend too much time in the sun, my mom would gather random things from the fridge and make me a nice de-tanning mask. But now that I live alone, finding the ingredients for these DIY de-tanning masks has been the bane of my existence. If you’re struggling with the same thing, I would like to introduce you to the UnTan Glow Peel.
What To Expect
At Uncover Laser, Skin and Hair Clinics, this medical-grade chemical peel is created using a carefully chosen blend of exfoliating agents that gently remove the tanned and damaged layers of your skin. This rejuvenating treatment also significantly boosts collagen and reduces the appearance of wrinkles, to reveal new, glowing skin.
Benefits
Think of this as your magic eraser for tan lines and sun damage. It’s one of the best facials for an instant glow if you need to de-tan quickly.
Skin Type
From oily to dry, this peel works well for all skin types.
Vampire Facial
Saving the best for last, the vampire facial is one of those procedures I was super hesitant to try. I couldn’t wrap my head around using my own blood for a facial but once I got over the initial disgust and tried it out, I’ve never looked back!
What To Expect
The vampire facial involves drawing a patient’s blood, processing it to isolate platelet-rich plasma, and then reinjecting it into the face to stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture. As it turns out, using your own blood for a more radiant complexion is true, who would have thought?
Benefits
This is one of the best facials for glowing skin since it offers natural collagen stimulation. Furthermore, it also effectively reduces the appearance of wrinkles and improves your skin’s texture and tone.
Skin Type
Suitable for those looking to enhance their skin’s texture and tone without artificial means.
OxyGeneo Facial
Remember when Kendall Jenner’s obsession with oxygen was trending? Well, turns out it was for a reason. Oxygen really stimulates collagen production, and we all know that this protein is the ultimate secret to glowing, glass skin!
What To Expect
This facial follows a very relaxing, 3-in-1 routine that starts with exfoliating the skin’s surface, followed by infusing the skin with nutrient-rich serums, all while oxygenating your skin.
Performed using a special machine that works from the inside out this non-invasive facial is exactly what you need for plumper, more hydrated skin.
Benefits
The OxyGeneo facial tackles fine lines, dullness, and uneven texture, making it one of the best facials for glowing skin. After the procedure, not only will you glow like a star, but even your pores will be less visible! And the best part? This treatment needs no downtime, you can get the facial and just go on with your day without worrying about any type of side effects.
Skin Type
We recommend getting a consultation with your skincare expert to determine if this versatile facial suits your specific skin conditions.
FAQs
- Can I get any other facials apart from these?
Yes, there are many more medi-facials you can get at Uncover, Laser Skin and Hair Clinics. They have a variety of peels like anti-acne peel, anti-scar peel and anti-aging peel. Apart from this, you could always consult with one of their in-house experts and get a facial customised according to your skin type.
- What is the approximate cost of a medical facial?
The cost largely varies but you can look at an average of INR 4,500 to INR 15,000, excluding taxes. For more information or appointments, you can contact Uncover, Laser Skin and Hair clinics here.
- How long does one facial typically take? How many sessions will I need?
Each session takes around 45 to 60 minutes. For best results, at least three to four sessions are recommended, this could vary based on your skin type and concerns.
- What is the after-care needed for a medical-grade facial?
While the basic aftercare for each facial would differ slightly, here’s a basic guideline of what you should keep in mind.
- Wash your face with regular water the next day.
- Don’t forget to apply moisturiser and sunscreen, both of these are extremely important.
- Do not use any active ingredients for the next 48 to 72 hours.
- Mild exercise is okay but avoid excessive sweating.
In a world of countless skincare options, finding the best facial for glowing skin is like looking for a needle in a haystack. I hope this guide helped a little in your facial journey!
If you’re looking for something more comprehensive, I really suggest booking an appointment with a skincare professional at Uncover Laser, Skin and Hair Clinics. Send them a DM and book your appointment today!
