Here at Hibiscus Day Spa our goal is to educate you the clients on proper home skin care regimen, so that you can continue to see results long after you leave the spa.  So here are some commonly asked questions.\

Q. How often should I be getting a facial?

A. Once a month is ideal so we can do a deeper cleanse and skin analysis to keep you on track.  Most importantly I’ll make sure your routine is consistent with your skin care needs, and that the products you are using will achieved the desire results.

Q.What products do I need to be using?

A.  Everyone needs a good cleanser, exfoliant and moisturizer.  Your cleanser and exfoliant will remove make-up, oil and dead skin to prep for your moisturizer.  In turn, your skin will be ready for a more even make-up applicaiton.

Q. My pores are really large, can I shrink them?

A. Pore size is genetic, that’s whate give us our particular skin type (i.e dry, combination, oil) but the good news is we can make them look smaller!  Exfoliating will refine the pores and keep it clear.  Scrubs, retinol products and peels will also help your pores look smaller.

Q. What’s the best way to get rid of clogged pores and blackheads on your nose and upper cheeks?

A. The best way to get rid of clogged pores is through exfoliating; once a week during the summer, and twice a week during the winter.  Getting regular facials that include extractions will help rid the pores of congestion.  Use at home products such as PTR Anti-aging cleansing gel which contains both 1% salicyclic acid and 1% gylcoli acid.  These products help the cells fo the epidermis to shed more readily, preventing the pores from clogging.

Stay tune to part 2 of ask the esthetician, where I will discus serums and eye creams.  If you have any questionms, please feel to email them to us at hibiscusdayspa@hotmail.com or post them on our blog.