Sometimes my skin hates me. It chooses to rebel in a variety of ways, including but by no means limited to: dry patches, clogged pores, and complete and utter dullness. Switching up my skincare routine can help, but when it comes to a quick fix, I always choose to take a trip to my derm’s office or a medispa for a Hydrafacial. While I repeatedly profess my love for Hydrafacials (the benefits are beyond), people always ask me: What is a Hydrafacial, exactly? Does it hurt? Will I break out? Is it dangerous?
Simply put, a Hydrafacial is actually a specific type of machine used by dermatologists and estheticians that works in four steps: It cleanses and exfoliates the skin, extracts gunk (you even get to see the grossness that was sucked out at the end, which in my opinion, is oddly satisfying), and hydrates your complexion. “The entire treatment takes about 45 minutes and clients leave absolutely glowing,” says Deirdre Strunk, licensed esthetician and Vice President at Canyon Ranch.
