{"id":22393,"date":"2017-10-02T01:22:31","date_gmt":"2017-10-01T12:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/endota.com\/nz\/?p=1436"},"modified":"2017-10-02T01:22:31","modified_gmt":"2017-10-01T12:22:31","slug":"what-to-do-before-a-facial-the-facial-encyclopedia-part-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/endota.com\/nz\/what-to-do-before-a-facial-the-facial-encyclopedia-part-2\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do Before a Facial: The Facial Encyclopedia Part 2"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve never had a spa facial (or even if you have), you may not know what to do before a facial.\u00a0 We\u2019re going in-depth with this article on what you should wear to a facial, what you should do the week before and the day of your treatment. It isn\u2019t difficult to prepare for a facial, but there are a few tips you should follow to ensure you get optimum, long-lasting results from your facial treatment.<\/p>\n

What to Wear to a Facial?<\/strong>
\nOne of the most common questions people have about a pro facial is what to wear. There\u2019s a simple answer to this question: wear whatever makes you comfortable! Realistically it doesn\u2019t matter too much what you wear, but you should remember that changing back into tight or uncomfortable clothes after your facial might not be the best way to end such a relaxing service. We recommend wearing clothes that are easy to change in and out of, but if you\u2019re coming straight from work or an event don\u2019t sweat it.<\/p>\n

Should you wash your face before a facial?\u00a0<\/strong>
\nThere\u2019s no need \u2013 you can show up to your facial with your makeup still\u00a0on,\u00a0since your beauty therapist will just remove it all during the cleansing portion of the facial. The cleansing portion of the facial occurs even if you aren\u2019t wearing makeup, so arriving with makeup on won\u2019t take away any time from the treatment.<\/p>\n

Once you arrive\u00a0into\u00a0your treatment room, your beauty therapist will advise you to take off as much clothing as you feel comfortable. However, you should always remove your shirt so your beauty therapist can access your face, neck, and shoulders. You can leave your bra on if it makes you more comfortable, just be sure to pull the straps down so your beauty therapist can give you a proper neck and shoulder massage. Most clients remove clothing and bra and slip between the covers – the bottom line is your beauty therapist will not judge you on what you\u2019re wearing, so wear whatever feels good.<\/p>\n

How to Prepare for a Facial<\/strong>
\nThere\u00a0isn\u2019t too much you need to do to prepare for a facial the day or week before, but there are a few things to note.<\/p>\n

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  1. First, you should skip any strong at-home facial treatments the week before your appointment. You should even avoid gentle exfoliation for a few days\u00a0before,\u00a0since exfoliation is one of the key steps in a pro facial.<\/li>\n
  2. Try not to tan or burn near your appointment (or ever) because your beauty therapist will have to perform a gentle facial to help with the sun damage, instead of one that can really target any deeper concerns you have with your skin.<\/li>\n
  3. You should also bring in a list of the skin care products you use at home so your beauty therapist has the information she needs. In addition to your daily skin care products, make sure to bring a list of your medications, medical conditions and past skin conditions so your beauty therapist can choose products that won\u2019t interact. Even over-the-counter medications can significantly affect your skin.<\/li>\n
  4. Check your calendar\u2013 do you have a big event coming up? Let the spa know ahead of time if your facial is the same day\u00a0of\u00a0your event. There are certain treatments and techniques they will avoid and they may have recommendations for the best time to schedule your facial for maximum results.<\/li>\n
  5. Don\u2019t wax your skin for 24-48 hours before your spa facial. Waxing too soon beforehand could lead to irritation and a stinging sensation.<\/li>\n
  6. Be prepared to discuss your top skin concerns and your goals for your skin. Your beauty therapist will help you with specific treatments, but they will also help transform your at-home routine to best tackle your goals. Beauty therapists are licensed experts in skin and skin care \u2013 they should be your go-to resource for information.<\/li>\n
  7. Lastly, relax! A pro facial is meant to be relaxing, so don\u2019t stress about how to prepare for a facial.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    If you\u2019ve never had a spa facial (or even if you have), you may not know what to do before a facial.\u00a0 We\u2019re going in-depth with this article on what you should wear to a facial, what you should do the week before and the day of your treatment. 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