Strong enough to shape mountains yet gentle enough to flow into the tiniest spaces, it’s no surprise that one of the greatest breakthroughs in spa-grade treatments to date harnesses the awe-inspiring power of water.
Known as the HydraFacial, this method cleanses, exfoliates, and nourishes your skin using a proven combination of techniques along with antioxidants, hyaluronic acid, and more.
But what exactly is HydraFacial? How can you know if you’re a candidate? As always, our team at the office of Ingrid E. Trenkle, MD, serving Redlands, CA and the surrounding areas (San Bernardino, Riverside, and Inland Empire) is happy to address any questions you have.
Keep reading to learn more about the basics of HydraFacial, including how it can be customized for different concerns and skin types.
HydraFacial Explained
More comprehensive than a classic facial but still gentle enough for all skin types, HydraFacial is best described as a “leveled-up” facial in many ways. It follows the basic steps of a traditional facial while offering several advantages and extra opportunities to cleanse and nourish the skin.
Though your treatment can vary slightly based on your preferences and/or the specific issues (acne, hyperpigmentation, etc.) that need to be addressed, the following is a general outline of what you can expect during your HydraFacial.
Cleansing & Exfoliation
Unlike standard dermabrasion — which uses abrasive tools to remove the outer layer of skin — HydraFacial uses a gentler hydradermabrasion process to cleanse and exfoliate the skin.
Hydradermabrasion offers several advantages over other exfoliation methods, including being less harsh on the skin. HydraFacial harnesses the power of water and Vortex Fusion technology to deeply cleanse and exfoliate without irritation, making it better tolerated by most people.
Acid Peel
HydraFacial takes exfoliation one step further by applying a carefully engineered blend of glycolic and salicylic acids to the skin. These acids work in tandem to break down the most superficial layers of skin, creating a smoother and more fresh-faced appearance as the skin underneath is revealed.
This step of the process can considerably improve or completely eliminate the appearance of wrinkles, small scars, roughness, and dark spots, among other common issues.
Extraction
The first few steps in the HydraFacial treatment process are likely to bring dead skin, oils, and other debris closer to the surface.
HydraFacial uses painless suction technology to gently but effectively remove all of these impurities, lending a cleaner and more youthful appearance.
Fusion
Finally, HydraFacial treatment is uniquely suited to naturally infuse hyaluronic acid, peptide compounds, antioxidants, and other nourishing ingredients deep within the skin for long-lasting results and enhanced protection.
As mentioned, the above steps form the basic framework for a HydraFacial treatment, but the nourishing serums can be customized depending on your needs and goals.
How HydraFacials Are Customized for Different Skin Types and Concerns
Wherever your skin lands on the sensitivity, roughness, and oily-dry spectrums, our team at the office of Ingrid E. Trenkle, MD, can use boosters (along with adjusting some parameters) to target specific issues and fully customize the treatment for you.
By “boosters,” we are referring to a selection of specialized serums, acid peels, peptide complexes, and more that can be integrated into the treatment.
For example, the Omorovicza Advanced Skin Renewal booster uses vitamin C, retinol, amino acids, and more to restore a smooth and healthy appearance to the skin. Other exclusive HydraFacial boosters include the Brighten, Restore and Firm serums, each formulated with medical-grade ingredients and designed to address specific concerns like dark spots, fine lines or wrinkles and dryness. Ask your provider for more information about your options.
If you have sensitive skin prone to irritation following a chemical peel, then Hydrafacial Peel Sensitive can stand in as a much gentler but still effective alternative. Instead of glycolic and salicylic acids, this peel uses lactobionic and phytic acids to loosen impurities and stimulate cellular turnover.
Your provider can adjust key parameters of the treatment, including both the suction and pressure settings, to make it more tolerable and/or effective for you.
Whether you have sensitive skin or not, our team at Ingrid E. Trenkle, MD, will carefully monitor your skin’s response to the HydraFacial throughout the treatment to ensure that you are comfortable.
How to Enhance Your HydraFacial Results
No matter the treatment, skincare doesn’t start or end at the spa doors. There are several steps you can take, both between HydraFacial treatments and in the long term, to keep your skin looking and feeling refreshed and healthy.
Refraining as much as possible from touching (and especially picking at) your face with your hands for at least two days following HydraFacial treatment can considerably prolong your results. The same concept applies to cleansers and makeup — lighter and less frequent application can keep that glow effect going for longer.
In general, protecting your skin from the sun, staying rested and hydrated, and regularly using mild cleansers can give you a consistently fresh and rejuvenated appearance.
Experience Transformative Results With a HydraFacial in Redlands, CA
From the moment you walk through the doors to well after each treatment is over, our team at the office of Ingrid E. Trenkle, MD, is here to bring your vision of totally transformed skin to life.
Whatever your skin type, concerns, and background, we will tailor each HydraFacial around you, ensuring you’re ecstatic with the results every time.
Proudly serving Redlands, CA and the surrounding areas, we invite you to call the office of Ingrid E. Trenkle, MD, at (909) 798-9403 or contact us online to start your journey towards radiant, rejuvenated skin.