HydraFacial

How it works

HydraFacial, from The HydraFacial Company (BeautyHealth), is a hydradermabrasion system. A handpiece uses a swirling tip and vacuum suction to exfoliate the surface, then delivers serums and cleans out pores. The sequence usually includes cleansing, gentle exfoliation, extraction, and hydrating products. It does not break the skin or require healing time in the way many procedures do.

Good to know

• It is a surface-level treatment, so changes are typically in smoothness and a fresh look.
• Extractions can leave brief redness in congested areas.
• Serums can be selected for different skin concerns, but reactions to ingredients are still possible.
• It is not a substitute for medical treatment of acne, scars, or pigment.

What a HydraFacial session means for your travel days

With minimal downtime, it suits a day close to departure better than almost any other clinic treatment. Many travelers use it for a refreshed look before a long flight.

Even so, tell the practitioner about anything you have recently had done, and avoid strong exfoliating products on the day. Sensitive or recently treated skin can react.