This article is a translation of the original French article “Après un soin HydraFacial : les règles à suivre pour une peau éclatante” and is intended for the French market. Treatments, availability and prices may differ at our London clinic.
What are the benefits of a Hydrafacial treatment?
The Hydrafacial treatment is a non-invasive treatment that uses advanced technology to deeply cleanse, exfoliate, extract impurities and intensely hydrate the skin. Suitable for all skin types, it is particularly effective at enhancing the radiance of the complexion, reducing the appearance of enlarged pores and softening pigmentation spots and fine lines.
The main benefits of the treatment:
- Removes dead cells and promotes cell renewal.
- Unclogs pores through gentle extraction of impurities.
- Deeply hydrates with serums enriched with hyaluronic acid, peptides and antioxidants.
- Improves skin texture and prevents the signs of ageing.
The results are visible immediately: more luminous, smoother and fresher skin by the end of the session.
What should you do to optimise the results of your treatment?
To maximise the effects of your Hydrafacial, it is essential to adopt an appropriate aftercare routine:
- Hydrate intensely: apply a moisturiser enriched with hyaluronic acid to prolong the plumping effect of the treatment.
- Protect the skin with SPF 50: after a Hydrafacial, the skin is more sensitive to UV rays. A high-protection sunscreen is essential.
- Cleanse gently: use a gentle cleanser, free from irritating agents, to preserve the benefits of the treatment.
- Avoid prolonged sun exposure: hyperpigmentation can occur if the skin is not protected.
- Prepare the skin for future treatments: this treatment prepares the skin to better absorb the active ingredients of subsequent treatments, particularly anti-ageing or hydrating protocols.
By following these recommendations, you optimise the results of your session and prolong its effectiveness over several weeks.
What not to do after a Hydrafacial
Certain mistakes can compromise the benefits of your treatment. Here is what to avoid:
- Exposing yourself to the sun without protection: as the skin is more receptive after the treatment, it is more prone to UV damage.
- Applying make-up within 24 hours: let the skin breathe and absorb the serums applied.
- Using exfoliating or alcohol-based skincare: they risk irritating the skin.
- Going to the sauna or hammam: excessive heat can impair the benefits of the treatment.
- Doing intensive sport: sweat could clog enlarged pores, reducing the purifying effect of the session.
Respecting these precautions ensures radiant, hydrated skin for longer after your treatment.
Key points to remember after your session
To prolong the benefits of your Hydrafacial treatment, adopt the right habits:
- Deeply hydrate your skin with suitable skincare.
- Apply SPF 50 sun protection to prevent UV damage.
- Opt for a gentle routine by avoiding harsh products.
From the very first session, this treatment restores radiance and hydration to your skin. Its effects intensify over time, for a visibly more luminous complexion and smoother skin.
Would you like to discover this protocol? Book your session at the clinic.
