There is a vast choice of professional treatments being offered in clinics nowadays, and with such a huge variety it might be overwhelming to decide what to go for and which one is best at resolving your particular skin issue.
So if you’ve got decision fatigue, we’re here to help! Here’s a quick summary of what each popular skin treatment can do for you.
PRP Microneedling – Best Single-Session Facial
The popularity of this treatment skyrocketed in 2013 when Kim Kardashian posted a picture of herself getting it done and, when people saw the infamous bloody picture, they got freaked out and nicknamed it the vampire facial.
But now, 10 years later, it’s one of the most searched-for facial treatments – and for a good reason! With just one session you can see significant improvement in your acne, sun spots, wrinkles, and overall appearance of the skin.
This treatment is a spin-off of microneedling so it provides similar benefits – boosting collagen and elastin production, helping improve the skin’s texture and appearance, plumping it up, and eliminating the signs of aging.
Only, on top of all that, it also infuses platelet-rich plasma from your own blood to enhance the regeneration even more. But don’t worry, it’s not as scary as it sounds. You can reassure yourself by reading more about it in our full guide on PRP Microneedling.
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Microneedling – Most Versatile Facial
Just like the version that uses PRP, microneedling is a treatment that stays on top of the popularity lists due to the great result that it can give and for a number of skin issues it can treat, on all body areas.
This treatment implies controlled affliction of micro-traumas to the skin in order to trigger its regeneration, which is what helps improve the appearance of imperfections, as well as skin texture.
It’s most commonly used for deep acne scars but also helps with wrinkles, stretch marks, hyperpigmentation, hair loss, dull skin, and enlarged pores.
This procedure also has its at-home version, but many people still choose to go to a professional since this does involve penetrating needles into the skin, which can be dangerous if not done properly.
LED Light Therapy – Easiest Facial
LED light therapy is a treatment that got really popular this year, especially with all the at-home devices becoming a part of everyone’s self-care skincare routine.
And the reason for so many DIY versions is this is perhaps the simplest facial out there! All you need to do is expose your skin to the light that emits rays that penetrate the skin’s layers without causing any harm – but providing many advantages.
The list of LED light therapy’s benefits is really long and includes everything from improvement of acne, scars, and wrinkles, to decreased inflammation and reduced pigmentation – and it can even help with improving your sleep and reducing migraines or muscle pain!
Each of these benefits corresponds to a specific wavelength and light color, so there is also a huge variety of different types of LED lights depending on your specific skin concerns.
The most popular ones are the red light and blue light, due to the wide variety of issues they target, but there are also other options like green or yellow.
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IPL Photofacial – Best for Hyperpigmentation
If you are battling with hyperpigmentation, one of the most popular and effective ways to treat it is with IPL laser treatment.
This laser is a type of non-ablative laser treatment that uses wavelengths to remove the epidermis (the outer layer of your skin) while heating the dermis (the layer underneath it). It also promotes collagen production and makes the skin smoother and firmer which is a great bonus!
So if you’re someone who struggles with pigmentation issues, mild to moderate facial scarring, sun damage marks, or certain vascular lesions, look into this treatment.
But it’s important to note that it has one big downside: it’s not recommended for people with darker skin tones. So you should go to a dermatologist to assess the condition of your skin and see if you’re a suitable candidate before booking this procedure.
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Oxygen Facial – Best for Skin Refreshment
Other than the invasive treatments that are always popular due to the bigger skin problems they solve, there are also some less invasive, simply skin-refreshing facials that are also very loved.
If your skin doesn’t have any major issues, but you want a treatment that’s going to freshen it up, clean your pores, and give you a radiant glow, then you need to try out an oxygen facial.
This facial provides you with a cleanse, extraction, and hydration that can result in a reduction of fine lines and wrinkles as well as a more even skin tone.
It’s done with an oxygen wand, which delivers a stream of high-pressure oxygen into the skin. This helps improve blood circulation, resulting in immediate radiance and a plumper, more youthful complexion.
All in all, it’s the perfect facial if your skin has been looking dull and the at-home products are not doing the trick, or if you want to treat yourself with a facial before an important event, you won’t go wrong with this one.
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So, Which of These Best Facials in 2023 Are You Going to Try?
So now that you’ve familiarized yourself with some of the most popular facials, you can decide which one to go for based on your skin concern. All of these facials are tailored to pretty much any skin type, but it’s still best to consult with your treatment provider in case they have better recommendations for achieving your skin goals.
In case you haven’t found quite what you were looking for, you can find more beauty treatment options here. Our guides are here to help you learn everything you need to know about each procedure.
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