What is the secret to younger-looking skin? Ultimately it is about clearing away dead skin and blemishes whilst stimulating the production of new skin cells.
This typically requires a boost to collagen production, a cleansing and exfoliation procedure and a boost to blood circulation to activate the cell turnover.
This is where oxygen facials come in, which is a nonmedical procedure where after your skin is cleansed and exfoliated, a wand with highly pressurised oxygen is waved across your face before a serum with hyaluronic acid is applied to the face after the treatment as well.
This oxygen facial is also infused with vitamin C, other vitamins, minerals and sometimes green tea, which penetrates it into the deeper layers of the skin.
This helps to stimulate the growth of collagen, the ingredient that leads to plumper, healthier-looking skin.
There is no downtime due to the lack of injections and it takes around half an hour from start to finish, with the only sensation you notice aside from smoother feeling skin is the tickle of chilly oxygen against your face.
The results can often be seen quite quickly, leaving people with a satisfying healthy glow. Besides this, it can also help people with mild skin complaints, as the boost of oxygen can help people with mild facial scarring, acne or rosacea.
It also boosts hydration, helps to provide a more even skin tone and can even reduce the pronounced look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Bear in mind, however, that whilst the glow can be pronounced, it tends not to last as long as other treatments that are more invasive, usually needing top-ups on a monthly basis.
However, it is also more affordable, has no recovery time and is ideal for weddings and other gala events where you want a quick boost to your skin.