Smooth, radiant skin is a highly sought-after beauty goal. When topical skincare products fall short, many turn to professional treatments like oxygen facials. This article explores the benefits and potential side effects of oxygen facials, with a special focus on the Oxygenating Treatment offered at Massage Envy.
What is an Oxygen Facial?
The oxygen infusion facial is an innovative cosmetic procedure designed to deliver high-pressurized oxygen to the skin, resulting in a plumper and more radiant appearance. This non-invasive treatment uses a specialized device to infuse oxygen and other beneficial ingredients into the skin.
How Oxygen Facials Work
During an oxygen facial, a cosmetic provider typically follows these steps:
- Cleansing and Exfoliation: The skin is thoroughly cleansed to remove oil, makeup, and debris. An enzymatic mask may be applied to further exfoliate and brighten the skin.
- Oxygen Infusion: A wand-like device delivers a stream of high-pressure oxygen to the skin. This infusion can be combined with hydrating agents, peptides, and antioxidants to enhance their penetration and effectiveness.
- Additional Treatments (Optional): Depending on the specific facial, additional steps may include extractions, corrective serums, moisturizers, SPF application, and hydrating lip treatments.
Benefits of Oxygen Facials
Oxygen facials offer a range of potential benefits for the skin:
- Plumper-Looking Skin: The procedure gives a boost of oxygen to skin cells, resulting in plumper-looking skin.
- Acne Reduction: The oxygen infusion facial helps reduce breakouts because the treatment unclogs pores, removes dirt, and sebum.
- Enhanced Product Absorption: Oxygen enables hydrating agents, peptides, and antioxidants to penetrate deeper skin layers and do their job more effectively. The result is hydrated, radiant skin.
- Improved Skin Tone: Oxygen facials can improve skin's glow and address uneven skin tone. The presence of oxygen in the skin cells can speed up recovery and can eliminate bacteria.
- Suitable for All Skin Types: The Oxygenating Treatment is appropriate for all skin types.
- Gentle and Non-Invasive: The oxygen infusion treatment is gentler than many other facials and requires no downtime.
The Massage Envy Oxygenating Treatment
Massage Envy's Oxygenating Treatment is designed to deliver oxygen and antioxidants to the skin for a smooth and glowing look. Here's what you can expect during this treatment:
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Double Cleanse: A Massage Envy aesthetician will double-cleanse your skin to clear it of any oil, makeup, and debris.
Enzymatic Mask: An enzymatic mask is applied to help exfoliate and brighten the skin. While the mask is working, the aesthetician will perform a hand and arm massage.
Extractions (If Necessary): Extractions are performed as needed.
Oxygenation: The aesthetician will apply a trio of PCA SKIN formulas:
- An activator that's packed with antioxidants.
- A detoxifier that further cleanses the skin of impurities.
- An oxygenator that creates an oxygen-enhancing experience to boost circulation and promote overall radiance.
Additional Treatments: The service also includes additional enzymatic exfoliation, several correctives, and is finished with a moisturizer, SPF, and a hydrating lip treatment.
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Expected Results from the Massage Envy Oxygenating Treatment
After the Oxygenating Treatment, you may notice that your skin appears hydrated, and a boost in circulation may lead to a promotion of overall radiance. The treatment is gentle and won't cause dryness, unlike other, more invasive treatments. There's typically no downtime or expected side effects, so you'll walk out the door with smooth, purified, and radiant skin. During the treatment you may experience a slight flushing of the skin, but afterward, expect radiant, glowing skin! The Oxygenating Treatment is perfect for getting your glow on before a big event or as a refreshing part of your regular skin care routine.
Potential Side Effects
The oxygen facial treatment is a safe, non-invasive procedure that rarely causes side effects. These side effects may occur if the patient has exceptionally sensitive skin or is allergic to certain ingredients in the serums.
Oxygen Facial vs. Chemical Peel
Two incredibly popular non-surgical facelift treatments are oxygen facials and chemical peels. But which one is right for you?
An oxygen facial will start with a skin cleanse followed by the application of a product or a combination of products depending on what treatment is chosen. Another feature of oxygen facials is their ability to infuse products into the skin.
In comparison, a chemical peel is specifically an exfoliating treatment which removes the outermost layer of skin. Chemical peels manage to do this by blistering the skin which then causes it to peel off. This sounds more painful than it is, as most people note that they feel a slight stinging sensation.
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Because the layer of skin that’s revealed by a chemical peel is undamaged, it will be smooth in feel and in appearance.
Recovery time following a chemical peel will be longer than an oxygen facial, and you won’t be able to resume your normal makeup routine immediately following your appointment. On top of this, it’s important that your skin is protected from sun damage after receiving a chemical peel, so you must wear broad spectrum sun cream that’s at least SPF 30 for at minimum a week following your appointment. Individuals with darker skin are more at risk of ending up with an uneven skin tone following a chemical peel when compared to individuals with fair skin.
Cost and Frequency
The oxygen facial treatment costs $165 at the Vibrant Skin Bar. At The Beauty Barn, oxygen facials cost around £50. Chemical peel treatment options range from between £40 to £50. Oxygen facials are usually not covered by insurance because they are not considered medically necessary.
Skin experts’ general guideline is to get an oxygen infusion facial once per month to maintain the results. Oxygen facials are safe to receive every couple of weeks although most experts recommend once a month. However, the optimal frequency of this treatment depends on the patient’s skin condition and age. Both treatment types show their optimum results when used as part of a course of treatments rather than a one-off procedure.