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Facials are often seen as being a treat or as part of a spa day. Although this is true, they should be included as part of your regular skin care routine as they have more deep-rooted, long-term benefits than skincare products.

If you have made the commitment to take better care of your skin this year then you need to carefully consider the many benefits of having regular, maintenance facials.

Here’s why:

Deep cleansing action

One great benefit of the maintenance facial that is done by a professional is that they are deeply cleansing. These facials penetrate deep down into the pores of the skin and help to get rid of any impurities and debris. This leaves you with blemish-free skin.

There are many factors that can impact how our skin looks and feels. The environment, the weather and our diet and lifestyle all play a part. Maintenance facials include exfoliating the skin which makes it look and appear fresh and healthy.

Hydration from within

Living and working in air-conditioned environments can make our skin incredibly dry. This can lead to problems such as cracked and sore skin. What happens when we have regular maintenance facials is that our skin is moisturised, making it feel soft, plump and pliable.

Active Ingredients

Facials when done at the right skincare center by the right aesthetician will use products like super serums, ampoules, masks and other ingredients that contain glycolic acid, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and other vitamins that may not even be found in most skincare products and even if they are, they are in such low quantities that they are hardly beneficial to the skin.

Personalized Treatments

Maintenance facials are similar to regular dental check ups, take too long to go to one and it will further ruin the health of your skin. when you invest in the right facials, they will worn on your specific skin concerns and work on a long-term goal to correct your issues with the right treatments and products.

We provide a range of maintenance facials to suit all skin types and needs including microdermabrasion, micro needling, hydrafacials, LED therapy and so much more. If you would like further advice and information, then please do get in touch with us today.

While we specialize in niche facial treatments designed specifically for particular skin concerns, some of our facial treatments work in perfect sync that tackles multiple concerns, all in a go. Here are our top 3 facial treatment combinations guaranteed to leave your skin clear, smooth & dewy! 

Dermaplaning and Chemical Peel

The perfect treatment for uneven skin – Dermaplaning is a method of exfoliating dead cells from the face of the skin using a scalpel. The procedure not only removes dead cells but also peach fuzz, leaving your skin smoother and brighter.

When combined with a chemical peel, the texture of deeper layer of skin improves thereby giving you that perfect smooth finish. Moreover, the combined facial treatment may even diminish wrinkles and fine lines and treat dark spots.

Oxygen facial and Dermalux LED Light

Our Oxygen facial infuses pure, concentrated oxygen on the skin under high pressure. The procedure aids in increasing collagen production that tones the skin and aids in the release of stress from facial muscles resulting in tighter and firmer skin.

Additionally, the oxygen facial treatment opens pores and can aid in healing acne and rosacea. During the procedure, oxygen may be incorporated with vitamins and antioxidants to improve the general health of the skin.

Dermalux LED Light phototherapy is a facial treatment process involving the use of thermal LED light to stimulate the deepest cells in the skin to rejuvenate or repair the skin. The procedure reduces pigmentation, rosacea, wrinkles, and acne. A combination of the two procedures leads to clearer & extremely smooth skin – the perfect canvas for makeup! 

Microneedling with Oxygen infusion

Microneedling is our client-favourite treatment designed to counter wrinkles & by using micro needles to infuse skin repairing collagen, vitamins and antioxidants into the skin. The needles open up small holes and stimulate the production of new collagen which enables the skin to heal quickly. The result is a smooth, toned and younger-looking skin.

The oxygen infusion facial treatment process targets deep wrinkles and severe scars. The treatment is intense and is done by applying a highly pressurized mixture of oxygen, vitamins, and minerals on the skin. This process aims at reducing the signs of ageing as well as the appearance of scars. A combination of the two treatments reverses the effects of wrinkles and makes the skin look smooth.

For more on our customized facial treatments & the best combos, give us a call on 04 451 5554!

With injectables & dermal fillers becoming the go-to treatment option in Dubai for facial contouring, you must know that there are alternate options for getting similar results without the needles! The Gua Sha Facial has made many recent converts in the last year as it’s natural technique sculpts and contours the face to give you smoother, brighter skin and a more chiseled face and jawline. 

How does a Gua Sha Facial work? 

Gua Sha comes from ancient Chinese medicine, where women for centuries used it as an anti-ageing tool. The treatment involves the use of a crystal called jade, that are massaged into the skin using sculpting techniques to contour the shape of the face, cheekbones and neck. At the same time, it increases blood circulation, refines and smooths the skin and reduces inflammation leaving a plumper, more youthful-looking complexion. It can also help relieve tension in the head and face, as the jade puts pressure on acupressure points to reduce stress that manifests across the face and the neck. 

What are the benefits? 

The Gua Sha Facial has many health benefits, most significantly – it’ll make your skin look more youthful and refined. As the jade stimulates the skin, toxins and impurities are drained out through the body’s natural lymph draining system. As a result, the jade helps to greatly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, treats sagging skin by lifting and tightening, breaks up the skin from hyperpigmentation and brightens the complexion. It can be used to sort out dark circles and lines under the eyes and spots around the skin. Many also use this facial to treat migraines and jaw pains generally caused by tension in the body translated onto the head and neck.

Some women have even called this facial the best natural alternative to injectables as its one of the few treatments to really get deep into the muscle and massage to alter the shape and structure to create a refined complexion. To see the full benefits, the treatment must be done regularly but it is well worth it for younger, healthier-looking skin.

If you’re looking for a facial contouring treatment like the facial Gua Sha, give us a call at 04 451 554!. 

Popularly known as the ‘Game of Thrones’ facial, DMK Enzyme Therapy is a revolutionary skin treatment developed by skincare company DMK. 

The therapy can be used to treat a number of conditions, including oily teenage skin, hyper-pigmentation and ageing skin. By exercising muscles in the face and strengthening the structure of your skin, it creates a healthy environment for skin cells to rejuvenate and improve the look of your skin.

The facial involves a mask that is applied to the skin and designed to harden and crack before being removed. The ‘Game of Thrones’ reference comes from the fact that when the mask is hardened at the end of the treatment, you resemble a White Walker from beyond the Wall!

Once the mask has been applied, sensors which emit small amounts of electricity (so small they cannot be felt) are placed on your chest, arms and legs. 

After 15 – 20 minutes, the mask has dried so much that it begins to pull on your skin – this is where the magic happens. A pulsing feeling in the skin is common and indicates the treatment is working as it should. It is this sensation that exercises your facial muscles and strengthens the structure of your skin. 

Finally, the mask is easily washed away and serums chosen specifically for your skin type are applied. The results can be seen straight away, most notably reduced pore size for a glass skin effect which lasts a week or more. 

If what you’re looking for isn’t just a facial treatment that promises a relaxing experience and a day or two of glow, DMK Enzyme Therapy is the answer you seek. The ‘Game of Thrones’ facial is now available in Dubai exclusively at Ivory Aesthetics in Business Bay. 

Call 04 4515554 to book your appointment, or book online (no credit card required).