Facial Treatments

A professional Facial Treatment is usually performed in a Salon or Spa environment with reliable results achieved by a trained and licensed Aesthetician.

Depending on your Skin Condition and the purpose of the Facial these typically consists of a combination of procedures which can include but not limited to:

• Deep Cleansing
• Extractions
• Steaming
• Massage
• Exfoliation
• Masks
• Creams

These procedures are usually performed on the Face and Neck but can also extend to Shoulders and Back where skin conditions require treatment. The outcome of the treatment is to refresh and rejuvenate the skin and to treat various conditions including acne, blackheads, whiteheads and pigmentation as the typical range of skin conditions.

Most Salons and Spas provide a range of facials to suit both men and women skin conditions based on professional and natural products using a combination of above procedures.

At Imperial Skin Care we provide the following range of Facial Treatments as an example of options you may find or can request at your local Spa.

Rejuvenating Facials

European Facials

A full Moisturizer Facial to maintain soft, unblemished, well-hydrated skin. A light massaging of the face and neck to aid in relaxation and to stimulate blood and oxygen flow to the skin. We use Professional European Swiss Phyto5 products.

Acne Facials

An Acne Facial that includes deep cleansing, enzyme mask, steaming, extractions of blackheads, whiteheads and a hydrating mask.

Custom Holistic Facials

After a full skin analysis we customize each Custom Facial to your skin's specific needs. Hydrating, Anti-aging, Detoxifying and Sensitive skin conditions, e.g. Rosacea, Couperose.

Balancing Facials

A skin Balancing Facial with the 5 clay balancing mask. It works to re-balance all combination skin conditions and will give a visible improvement to the skin.

Teen Skincare

A customized Teen Facial for today's Teenager, we will teach them the importance of proper skincare, acne prevention and sun protection.

Back Facials

A relaxing Back Facial body treatment that includes, exfoliating mask, extraction and massage.

Lunchtime Mini Facials

A Mini Facial to help you relax and rejuvenate yourself during your lunch break. This facial includes a gentle facial and decollete massage with a hydrating mask.

Chocolate Facials

Chocolate Facial is a full facial to help maintain a soft, well-hydrated skin that also helps detoxify the skin and is loaded with antioxidants, this facial includes a light massaging of the face and neck to aid in relaxation and to stimulate blood and oxygen flow to the skin.

What causes Oily Skin ?

A major cause of oily skin is hormones. The problem usually starts around puberty and for many people it can last a lifetime. Anything that causes the hormones to fluctuate, e.g. stress, illness can cause the skin to produce more oil. For lots of women hormone changes occur not only during puberty, but also at the start of every menstrual cycle. Some of the most common areas that produce more sebum (oil) are face, head, chest and back.

Our skin produces natural oil to protect itself from the environment and bacteria. The oil helps keep skin healthy and hydrated. Most people with oily skin tend to over wash their face using harsh products to get rid of the excess oil, this makes your skin produce more oil as it feels the skin does not have enough moisture to protect it.

Remedies for Oily Skin

Use a gentle cleanser every morning and apply oil free moisturizer or sunscreen SPF 15 or above. No matter what colour your skin is Sunscreen is really important. In warm climates when you sweat more and need to wash your face often, use plain water. Reapply the sunscreen before you go out in the sun.

Every evening before you go to bed, cleanse your face again with a gentle cleanser and apply an oil free moisturizer. Try using moisturizers containing AHA (alpha hydroxyl acid) as this helps with production of collagen and helps the skin retain moisture.

Once a week apply a Clay Mask or Mud Mask on your face and whenever possible also have a professional Balancing Facial once a month to help accelerate results. Most experts believe that clay and mud masks can temporarily pull oil from the pores and shrinks the pores. There are also specific products for Oily Skin treatment.

If all the above symptoms still persists, go see a dermatologist or your doctor who will be able to prescribe topical creams that can help by reducing the amount of oil on the skin surface.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Answers on Oily Skin

Which moisturizer or cream should I use for Oily Skin ?

Look for a moisturizer that says oil-free or non-comedogenic (won't block pores). Every morning after cleansing apply an oil-free sunscreen lotion SPF20 and in the evening use an oil-free moisturizer.

Which Face masks are ideal for Oily Skin ?

A mud mask will help draw out excess oil from your pores. Alternatively you can make a homemade mask with Chickpea flour (Besan) 2 tbs add 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp lemon juice and a pinch of turmeric (optional) mix this with a little water and apply to your face twice a week. Leave it on for 15 mins and then wash it off.
 A mask of Semolina also helps exfoliate dead skin. This will also help to reduce oily skin and pimples. Just make sure not to rub the semolina mask on the skin too aggressively.

Which Sunscreen lotion should I use for Oily Skin ?

Look for sunscreen that has Titanium dioxide and Zinc oxide as an active ingredient. These are also known as physical sunblock, they are normally present in sensitive skin sunscreens. You can also check to see that the sunscreen lotion says oil-free. 

Some of the good brands are Neutrogena, Olay, Nivea, etc.