How often you should get a facial depends on a variety of individual factors including your skin type, skin care needs and goals, and the type of facial you are receiving.
Some facials — like superficial to medium chemical peels — should only be done every couple of weeks (for superficial peels) or months (for medium chemical peels), depending on the strength of the peeling solution used.
Acne-prone skin
People with acne-prone skin should take special considerations when getting facials. Before getting a facial, talk with your dermatologist about your skin history, concerns, and any products you are using.
Some products used to treat acne, including topical retinoids, salicylic acid, benezol peroxide, and isotretinoin (Accutane), can increase your skin’s sensitivity and cause skin dryness, peeling, and stinging.
Professional facial treatment
Aestheticians are licensed through their region’s board of cosmetology or department of health for their expertise in cosmetic skin care.
They’re not medical doctors, so they’re unable to diagnose, prescribe, or treat clinical skin conditions.
Dermatologists are medical doctors qualified to diagnose and treat skin conditions. They use some facial procedures including LED light therapy, chemical peels, and laser resurfacing to treat various skin care concerns.
If you have skin concerns and are interested in getting a facial, you can consult with a licensed aesthetician or dermatologist who can help you determine what type of facial to get and how often you should get a facia
