HydraFacial vs. Traditional Facial: Key Differences Explained

 
HydraFacial vs. Traditional Facial: Key Differences Explained

What is A HydraFacial Treatment?

Let’s speak to Sara*. Sara, 32, female, a marketing professional working in Dubai region, is looking for a skin restoration treatment. Sara’s skin lacks moisture and glow. Last week, her friend had mentioned how it seemed like Sara’s skin direly needed help and exfoliation and whether she had taken any steps to prevent signs of aging from setting in. Sara and her friend looked up online for skin care solutions and found out about a highly effective procedure called the HydraFacial treatment

Here are some useful insights, for others like Sara, who may be struggling with similar skin issues. So, let’s understand how HydraFacial works, how it is different from regular facials, who is an ideal candidate for a HydraFacial treatment, why one should choose HydraFacial treatment at Serena Medical Center, and how effective this treatment really is.

HydraFacial can bring back your glow in just 30 minutes! Sounds unimaginable, right? Well, HydraFacial does it for real. HydraFacial is your all-in-one answer to questions like ‘What can I do for natural glow?’ ‘My skin lacks its old healthy texture and beauty!’ ‘My skin feels lifeless and dry! What should I do to revive its smoothness?’ 

HydraFacial is a facial skin care treatment getting popular in recent times for its dramatically effective results. While similar to your regular facial done at a local salon, HydraFacial is however performed by a trained and experienced skin doctor at their clinic or by spas that are licensed to perform this process, with the use of a proprietary machine / device. This at-clinic treatment under the supervision of a dermatologist or licensed aesthetician, refers to the application of patented technology used in Hydra-dermabrasion procedure promoting a 3-fold targeted skin care approach: Cleanse, Extract and Hydrate. 

Why Get HydraFacial Treatment At Serena Medical Center?

Experts at Serena Medical Center are well-equipped to conduct HydraFacial treatment. With cutting-edge skin care offerings and trained skin consultants at your service, Serena Medical Center’s state-of-the-art facility makes your visit completely worth it. 

Our skilled dermatologists begin with an in-depth analysis of your skin, understand your specific needs, skin issues and skin care goals, explain the entire facial procedure in detail, and assist you with preparing your skin for the HydraFacial treatment. They further guide you through the treatment steps explaining HydraFacial benefits, aftercare instructions, dos and don’ts and suggest other skin care treatments that can be combined for optimal results. What are you waiting for then? Schedule your appointment today with our experts and get the glow and radiance back, with a wrinkle-free and youthful skin of your dreams, thanks to the revolutionary and versatile HydraFacial treatment.

HydraFacial benefits can be categorized into 3 parts:

STEP #1 Cleanse

Uncovers healthy skin by gentle exfoliation

STEP #2 Extract

Throws away impurities from the clogged pores on the skin

STEP #3 Hydrate

Nourishes the skin with ultimate moisturizing

The combination of hyaluronic acid, peptides and antioxidants offer your skin the care and protection that it so deserves, delivering immediate outcomes: supreme radiance and an impressive cleanse! And all this, with absolutely no pain! The instrument used for the HydraFacial at Serena Medical Center has an exfoliating tip and suction that makes the process effortless and pain-free. The last step in the process is infusion of serums, providing several options for customization.

HydraFacial Benefits

Benefits Of HydraFacial Treatment

Know more about the remarkable benefits of HydraFacial Treatment:

  • Increases collagen production
  • Helps you look younger
  • Say hi to smooth glowing skin
  • Boosts skin radiance
  • Restores skin’s moisture
  • Brings down enlarged pores
  • Addresses skin aging and fine lines
  • Removes even stubborn dirt and debris
  • Say bye to wrinkles and age spots 
  • Brightens your skin
  • Non-irritating technique
  • Suitable for all skin types
  • Solution for mild acne scars
  • Clears up clogged skin pores
  • Throws out excess oil (sebum)
  • Promotes even tone
  • Deep cleans and hydrates skin
  • Noninvasive procedure
  • Offers a nourishing combination of vital skin nutrients and components
  • Skin appearance enhanced 
  • Combination treatment i.e. can be done along with other skin procedures
  • No post-treatment downtime
  • Prompt and long-term results
  • Increased skin firmness and elasticity
  • Lightens skin imperfections
  • Stimulates skin health 
  • Reduces rough patches
  • Aids in skin’s natural reviving processes
  • Inflammation of the skin also tackled
  • Gets rid of dead skin cells
  • Prevents breakouts
  • Happy skin, happier you

HydraFacial Benefits

Points Of Difference

HydraFacial

Regular Facial

Cost of the treatment

Priced at a higher rate for its effective solution

Priced at a lower rate since it does not require specialists

Place of the treatment

Since it is performed by a certified aesthetician or dermatologist, you can rely on the years of experience, specialized skills gained and high level of training that has gone into making this treatment a more delightful experience for you.

This can be done at home with facial kits or at the beauty salons. However, because there are no certified aestheticians involved in this process, the outcomes may or may not be satisfactory, in turn lacking the expertise that’s required for exceptional results. 

Components of the treatment

Patented technology and device

Multi-step manual process

Benefits of the treatment

Long-lasting, deep hydration, helps in healing your skin etc.

Offers basic advantages like cleaning of the skin, which are short-term in nature.

Which is better?

More delightful and instant results

Regular outcomes, lacks a wow factor, sometimes cost of the treatment doesn’t justify the results 

Side effects

No pain, no side effects

Some chemicals used can cause skin reactions

Time needed for the treatment

30 minutes

Can be longer – around 45 minutes or more

So, is HydraFacial better than regular facials?

Well, the debate may still be on, but according to experts, the HydraFacial benefits in comparison to normal facials are extremely impressive, thus proving to be a favorite choice between the two. 

Disclaimer: This piece of content is no substitute for direct medical advice. The purpose and intent of this blog is to just impart knowledge, share general tips and spread awareness. It is in no way a replacement to any medical consultation provided by professionals. Serena Medical Center strictly recommends reaching out to qualified healthcare providers and medical experts for personalized advice and further information.

*This is a fictitious person used to write this blog to explain HydraFacial treatment benefits and what kind of people may benefit from it.