Overview | Benefits | Why get a men’s facial | Facial steps | Types of men’s facials
It is a fact that men are generally hesitant about getting a facial. There can be many reasons behind this hesitation; however, it is quite true that men too want to have healthy and younger-looking skin. If you ever look at the mirror and notice the signs of aging, it is time that you take care of them. The American Academy of Dermatology says that men have many different kinds of skin types, such as normal, sensitive, oily, dry, or a combination skin type.
So, you will need a specific skincare routine according to the kind of skin you have. The men’s facial should be an important part of that routine. Your facial skin can be affected by acne, razor burns, signs of aging, and dullness. The facials for men are designed to especially help with these skin issues. Getting regular facials will help you rejuvenate your facial skin by brightening it up and make your skin appear more evenly toned and spot-free.
How do men’s facials help?
Male skin is thicker and much oiler as compared to women’s skin. Harvard Health Publishing states that men are less likely to use sunscreen as compared to women, which is a huge problem. Sun exposure is one of the most common reasons for skin damages, and as men do not apply sunscreen regularly, they are more vulnerable to such conditions. Hence, the men’s facial is very important for you if you want to maintain your youthfulness and skin health. The facial for men can help you in many different ways. It improves blood circulation in your face, which leads to brighter and healthier skin. The lack of skincare leads to clogged pores and blackheads.
A men’s facial cleans up your oily skin and keeps it youthful. A gentle and thorough facial will also make your skin smoother. Regular shaving can lead to burns and roughness but the cleansing procedure makes the skin more even and reduces the skin irritations caused by shaving. Lastly, the facial procedure includes skin massaging, which can relieve stress and make your face appear fresher and younger.
What is the difference between a medi-facial and a salon facial?
Until only a few years ago, salon facials were more popular among people who were looking to get an instant solution to rejuvenate their face. The salon facial includes facial cleansing and massages that make the skin look fresher and brighter. However, it mostly focuses on how you feel after the facial. On the other hand, the medi-facial includes multiple advanced procedures, which are specialized in reducing acne, spots, acne scarring, dehydration, sun damage, and skin sensitivity. These facial techniques use specific science-based ingredients and have certain protocols that are to be followed. These are more effective for skincare compared to the salon facials.
Some of the men’s medi-facial techniques I use are The Bombay Brightening Facial, SuperJet Facial, The Bombay Infusion Facial, The Bombay Hollywood Laser Peel, The Bombay Pumpkin Facial, Anti-Clock Facial, The Bombay Intensive Vitamin C Facial, and The Bombay Glass Skin Facial. Marine plants, vitamin C molecule, bromelain, sea fennel, Scutellaria, and many other science-based natural ingredients are used for the medi-facial procedure. Naturally, these are more helpful in skincare procedures as compared to normal facials that the salons offer. This is why medi-facials have gained more popularity over the last few years.
Why should you get a facial?
Getting men’s facial is very important for various reasons. A facial is a treatment procedure that addresses certain skin conditions like acne scars, blackheads, sun damage, and much more. These skin damages lead to unhealthy skin that shows signs of aging. The facial will help clean and detox your skin, which leads to a brighter and younger-appearing face. Another thing that the facial does best is removing the stubborn blackheads. A great way to treat the damaged skin is to exfoliate the dead skin cells, which resurfaces a new layer of skin.
The facials can effectively perform a deep exfoliation to improve skin tone and health. The one thing that I want you to understand is that the treatment should be performed by a pair of specialized hands. The medi-facial procedures require certain expertise and instructions that are to be followed. I can make sure that you get the best possible results out of the treatment.
What are the advantages of getting a facial regularly?
If you want to look young for a long time, you need to take care of your skin regularly. Every time you go out, you expose your face to direct sunlight and dirt. These lead to damaged facial skin. To maintain your skin health, you need to follow a skincare routine. Hence, I will advise you to opt for specialized men’s facial at least once a month so that your skin care needs are met regularly. The medi-facial procedures offer deep skin cleansing, skin rejuvenation, and prevent the signs of aging. Getting a thorough facial every month will not only fix most of your skin-related issues but will also make sure to keep them at bay in the future.
How will it feel like? What can you expect?
Before beginning the facial, I will ask you about your skin type and check with you if you already have a skincare routine. Depending on these factors and your current skin-related issues, I can decide which form of medi-facial is required for you. Cleansers are then used to clean the pores of your skin and reduce the oiliness of the face. Exfoliation procedures are used to remove dead skin cells. The scrubbing involved in these procedures makes you feel good; however, it must only be performed by an expert. If it is not properly done, it can lead to side-effects.
What are the steps involved in a facial?
Before starting the men’s facial, I analyze your skin to determine what procedure is suitable for you in order to get a complete skin rejuvenation. The facial starts with the cleaning of your face, which is followed by skin exfoliation. The top layer of your skin is gently removed to reveal a healthier layer. If you have clogged pores, I extract the dirt and oil along with blackheads and other types of breakouts. Depending on your requirements, specific masks are then applied to moisturize your skin, make the tone more even, and brighten up your face.
What are the different types of facial for men?
Various kinds of facials are used for men’s skincare. Some of the most common procedures that I used at The Bombay Skin Clinic are SuperJet, Infusion, Hollywood Laser Peel, Pumpkin Facial, Anti-Clock Facial, Intensive Vitamin C Facial, and Glass Skin Facial. Some of the most effective science-based ingredients are used to perform these facial procedures to achieve the best possible outcome. These procedures have a variety of effects. While certain types of facial can help clean the pores of your skin, other methods can remove the dead skin cells and brighten up your face.
How often should you get a facial done?
You need to get a men’s facial done regularly in order to reap its benefits. A professional facial is performed to not only reduce your skin irritations, damages, and marks but it is also done to protect your skin in the future, too. I recommend that you opt for a facial at least once a month. However, depending on the exact technique used, some facial procedures are needed to be done only once in several months. I can suggest you the right course of action after the initial consultation.
How long do these facials usually last?
Depending on what men’s facial treatment is performed on you, it may require anything from 30 minutes to an hour to be completed successfully. Once done, you will notice the improvements almost immediately. The one thing that I must inform you about is the life cycle of the facial skin cells, which is about a month. This means that it will take approximately a month for the effects of the facial treatment to fade away.
What steps should you follow after the facial?
After the men’s facial, you should continue to care for your skin to keep it healthy, bright, and young for as long as possible. You must wash your skin gently, avoid using skin care products that have harsh chemicals, and refrain from exfoliation treatments for a while after the facial. The National Health Service UK website states that you must also use a sunscreen product to protect your face from sun exposure as well as avoid drinking and smoking, as they accelerate the aging factors.
Closing thoughts
Regular shaving and outdoor activities cause your face to become dull. They also result in the development of acne, oiliness, and dark spots. As you are a man, you have a thicker skin compared to women. So, you need special care to maintain your youthful appearance and skin health. I can assure you that it is not that difficult to have a clean and bright face. I can guide you with various specialized facial techniques to help you achieve the best result.
References
- American Academy of Dermatology: https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-basics/care/skin-care-for-men
- Harvard Health Publishing: https://www.health.harvard.edu/skin-and-hair/survey-finds-men-dont-use-enough-sunscreen
- National Health Service : https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/look-after-your-skin/
Dr. Batul Patel is a celebrity dermatologist and the medical director of The Bombay Skin Clinic an award winning clinic located in South Mumbai & Bandra. She is a passionate and dedicated dermatologist with expertise in all fields of dermatology, trichology and aesthetic dermatology. She has been practicing for more than a decade. Her range of expertise include emsculpt NEO, coolsculpting, fillers, acne treatment, lasers, skin rejuvenation, hair loss, hair transplant, PRP & pigmentation treatments.