We all want beautiful skin — it feels good to look in the mirror and recognize a healthy glow. The most important piece of the puzzle in maintaining healthy skin is committing to consistent care at home. The most basic routine includes cleansing, moisturizing and sunscreen, of course. When dealing with specific concerns and as our skin matures, adding a few specialty products to your routine can make a meaningful difference.
Over time, our skin changes — and so do our skincare needs. This happens for many reasons, including environmental exposure, nutrition, aging and trauma, just to name a few. Skincare is very personal; there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Establishing regular check-ins with an esthetician you trust is another important piece of the puzzle.
Having a skincare professional review your routine — while also giving yourself the relaxing recharge you need and deserve — is a wonderful way to develop an effective regimen at home. Ideally, professional skincare treatments happen every four to eight weeks, with quarterly visits at a minimum.
There are many options for professional treatments that can enhance the results you see at home. It is important to find someone knowledgeable who can recommend and provide what is best for you at each appointment. Sometimes a relaxing, hydrating facial is exactly what your skin needs. Seemingly simple, this type of treatment can feel transformative in our dry climate. Other times, you may benefit from deeper exfoliation to support your skin’s ability to absorb the nutrients in your homecare products. These are just a couple of examples of targeted treatments designed to meet your skin’s unique needs.
Spa skincare treatments fall into a category I call “results-oriented relaxation.” They help maintain and improve overall skin quality and are ideal for those who want to age softly and gracefully. These treatments often work well alongside medi-spa services such as Botox or fillers, though they do not create the same appearance-altering results on their own.
The connection between home skincare and professional treatments should not be underestimated. The tools and knowledge of a skilled esthetician are invaluable in our lifelong journey to maintain healthy skin at any age. And the added bonus? It feels good to be cared for — and you deserve that.
