Facials

When receiving regular facials, you will notice improvements to skin tone, texture and appearance, as clogged and congested pores will be cleared. Facial treatments will also restore the skin’s acid mantle and pH, which helps to protect against pollutants and irritation. Many of our clients see us weekly for 15-minute facials! You should aim to have a facial every 1-6 weeks.

Immediate results will include smoother and brighter looking skin. Facials also stimulate circulation to help eliminate toxins which can reduce puffiness around the eye and cheek area.

Our 15-minute and 30-minute facials offer a quick pick me up – you are guaranteed to leave the salon feeling relaxed and refreshed!

Our facials start with a double cleanse under steam to open pores and provide a deep and thorough cleanse, removing all traces of makeup and excess dirt and oils. Your skin is then exfoliated to remove dead skin build-up which can lead to blackheads, congestion and dullness.

Extractions are performed when needed in our 30-minute facials, which safely and effectively remove pustules, blackheads and milia from the skin without damaging the pore. A mask is then applied to infuse active ingredients into the deeper layers of the skin. A light lymphatic massage of the face, neck and shoulders is performed in our 30-minute treatments to help eliminate toxins and reduce puffiness. The mask is then removed and your prescribed eye cream, serums and moisturiser are applied.

Before every facial treatment, a proper consultation and skin analysis is performed by your Beauty Therapist. A wood’s lamp, which uses black light to illuminate areas of your skin, is used to show oil flow, pigmentation and hydration levels in the deeper layers which are not visible to the naked eye.

Once your Beauty Therapist assesses your skin type and understands your concerns and expectations, they can tailor a Dalton or asap skincare facial to suit your needs.

Dalton and asap facials utilise active cosmeceutical products to create change within your skin. Your Beauty Therapist will explain which facial is recommended and why before starting your treatment.

Acid peels break down the top layer of skin to help smooth and brighten your complexion and diminish the look of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven skin tone. They have little to no down time and help reduce dullness, acne, scarring and pigmentation.

Asap offer a range of AHA and BHA peels targeted to a variety of skin concerns. Peels are available at selected Essential Beauty Salons and a thorough consultation from your therapist can determine which is right for you.

Facials require little preparation, however there are a few things to avoid for best results.

• We recommend that you don’t have any chemical or laser peels, filler or anti-wrinkle injections, and stop the use of topical skincare containing Retinol, Retin-A, Hydroquinone or Steroids 2 weeks prior to treatment.
• If you are using prescribed medications such as Roaccutane or high strength topical Vitamin A, your skin may not be in the condition to receive a facial. If this is the case, your Beauty Therapist will discuss alternative options.