HydraFacial before the holidays: Express, Deluxe or Platinum?
Thanksgiving dinner. The office party. Family photos by the tree. New Year's Eve. The holidays are one big, lovely run of reasons to want your skin at its best, and the HydraFacial is the treatment our clients reach for most this time of year.
Why? It's a no-downtime facial. You can wear makeup and go about your plans the same day, which is why so many people book it right before a big occasion.
What happens during a HydraFacial
The HydraFacial cleanses, exfoliates, extracts and hydrates in one session, using gentle suction for extractions instead of squeezing. Then hydrating serums go into freshly cleansed skin. Most people walk out with that bright, plump, just-had-a-facial glow.
Express, Deluxe or Platinum?
All three are customized to your skin. The difference is how much we do.
- Express (about 30 minutes): the core cleanse, exfoliation and hydration. A quick refresh on a busy week.
- Deluxe (about 60 minutes): the full cleanse, exfoliation and extraction, plus lymphatic drainage and a targeted booster serum. Our most popular, and our favorite before an event.
- Platinum: everything in the Deluxe, plus LED light therapy and advanced boosters. The most complete version.
Not sure? Book the Deluxe. It's the one we recommend most for holiday plans, and your aesthetician can tailor it on the day.
One for every holiday
Here's how a lot of our clients use a package of three this season:
- Before Thanksgiving: start the season fresh
- Before the holiday party: the big night, the photos, the outfit
- Before New Year's Eve: end the year glowing
Spacing them through the season also means your skin gets regular care during the months when heaters and cold air tend to leave it feeling dry.
Timing tips
- The day before or the day of your event works well, since there's no downtime.
- Trying it for the first time? Book a few days ahead of a big occasion so you know how your skin likes it.
- Pairing it with injectables? Ask your provider how to sequence your appointments.
What's the dermaplane add-on?
Dermaplaning gently sweeps away the dead skin and fine "peach fuzz" on the surface of your skin. Your skin feels smoother, and makeup tends to glide on more evenly afterward, which is exactly what you want before a night out.
HydraFacial: frequently asked questions
Is the HydraFacial right for sensitive skin?
It's customizable for most skin types, including sensitive skin. Let your aesthetician know about any reactions you've had to products or treatments.
Can I wear makeup afterward?
Yes. There's no downtime, so you can head straight to your plans.
Where are you located?
We're at 1015 Stuart Street in Homewood, minutes from Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills, Inverness and downtown Birmingham.
Holiday facial package
- Deluxe HydraFacial, package of 3: $599, with a dermaplane add-on at every visit
