It’s been over a month since I had the facial I’m posting about today. Why wait, you ask?
Well, there was this little thing called Christmas and an attempt to have a part-time break but that wasn’t all. With this facial, I wanted to test its long-term benefits.
I wanted to see if it would do more than just relax me, plump up my skin and make be feel generally pretty good about this mid-40s face.
So I waited and I watched.
I used the take-home products that I often don’t give a second thought to when floating out of the salon, post-facial.
And low and behold, my skin was very, very happy.
Here’s a sneak at what I looked like during said facial. Hannibal Lector, anyone?
But let’s backtrack a little, if you’re ok with that? Let’s go back to the said facial and why you should think about facials being a part of your skincare routine.
1. Your face – and the person attached to it – needs a little down time. And I mean down, down, down, baby. Having been super stressed over the last couple of days, I can say, I’ve seen all of that stress sitting there. On. My. Face. And I don’t like it one bit. A good skin therapist knows how to work that balance between treating your skin and treating the stuff that’s getting under your skin.
2. Sometimes straight skincare is not enough. I’ve always looked after my skin but I can tell you things still change dramatically after you hit the big 4-0. I’m ok if you’re ok with that. I just (like in my 20s and 30s) want to keep on top of what mother nature has in store of me. Gravity be damned, I demand glowing skin. Yes, I do.
3. I really don’t put myself first often enough. Do you? A facial brings with it compulsory “me” time. I refuse to feel guilty for indulging and you shouldn’t too.
But back to my Hannibal Lector impression …
I’d been invited to experience the new Thalgo anti-ageing facial at Suite Three Beauty (on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast where I live). Ros at Suite Three is my regular nails’ go-to-girl. She’s the bomb in that department.
She’s also the bomb when it come to things skincare and massage.
You know how some people just have magic fingers when it comes to these sort of things? Well, Ros has those.
She was a bit excited about this new firming, lifting and hydrating facial and she didn’t have to ask me twice if I wanted to give it a whirl. (By give it a whirl, I mean lie there, fall asleep and drool while she worked her magic.)
There are three steps that make this facial a stand-out.
There is a 10-minute exfoliating massage that mimics dermabrasion. The product used contains a product which is said to be one-step down from diamonds in its hardness. Don’t worry though, the big BUT here is that there is no sandpaper effect. Yes, it’s doing its job but this exoliator and the technique does not feel like its stripping your skin.
My favourite part of any facial is the massage bit. I want that pampering and I never want it to stop. The special technique used in this particular facial is all about improving circulation and blood flow to your face.
This is then topped by a double mask, starting with a collagen mask (blue latex) followed by a thermal mask which is a little bit like this one. The gauze goes down first then the mask paste is applied. As this “sets”, it heats up and activates the products underneath.
It doesn’t feel uncomfortable at all. This, of course, could be due to the fact that I am practically unconscious. By this stage doing the little jolts back to reality and frightening myself, let alone the lovely Ros.
I know it’s all over, red rover, when the masks are removed and the final serum and moisturiser is applied.
It’s these two final products I’ve been using at night for the last month.
And I can report that sometimes it really is worth walking away with the take-home products. Yes, there were immediate benefits from the facial (and especially about four days to a week later) but there was also this ongoing lifty, plumpy feeling that I’m putting down to the cream and concentrate.
I do love a serum and this one is designed to use a month at a time, repeated a few times a year.
Thalgo’s Collagen Concentrate contains marine native collagen and vegetal collagen, as well as palmaria palmate extract including vitamins A, B, C and E. The serum is highly concentrated in marine collagen and instantly smoothes emerging wrinkles. Its second skin texture leaves a unique matte and velvety finish.
I did find that it did do as it purported to. Not only would my skin’s texture feel great before going to bed, I’d wake up with it still looking that way.
I didn’t wake up looking 20 but that’s ok. Forty-something’s fine with me.
How’s your skin looking? Have you given it – and yourself – a treat lately? If you want to find a Thalgo salon near you, phone 02 9477 6900 or visit www.thalgo.com.au
* I was a guest of Suite Three Beauty and the above products were gifted to me in accordance with my disclosure policy.
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The Thalgo Silicium Lift and Fill facial is just about my all time favourite for results. We have used Thalgo at our Applecross salon for ten years and just love it. The new Anti-aging range has something for everyone. I get so excited with the before and after from the facials but I also notice real changes in the firmness and texture of clients skin when they use the range at home.
I go hardcore with facials about every 8 -12 weeks and get a microdermabrasion facial. I always get comments about my glowing skin in the days that follow. For me they work a treat!
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Now, that’s what I should do too. Set the appointments and stick to them. And that time span is something I could fit into my budget!
I love facials – my me time. Practically fall asleep as soon as I lay down.
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I know … it’s like the bed is issuing you an invitation. One I happily accept!
Thalgo have alway had the best facials and masks. I am a long time fan and heading out for one of these ASAP!!
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Oh, you’ll love this one then Sam. Yes you will!
Looks so revitalising! I’m not normally a fan of a facial, but I really should do it more often 🙂
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Yes, you should – treat yourself and your skin x
I’m dying for a facial and a bit of a pamper after reading this! Off to book one in now 🙂
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Go Marissa! I actually want another one after writing it!
This morning I booked a facial, haircut and pedicure – all on different days…. Because my baby is starting preschool and I CAN!! Feels decadent.
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Oh so good – it’s a gift to you! Enjoy!!
I have been pondering my skincare routine recently.
It’s just not working for me. My skin is both oily and breaking out as well as extremely dry patches. Neither are clearing up and I just do not know what to do at this point.
I was considering going to my local beautician and saving my pennies for a facial in the hopes that she could tell me wtf is going on with my skin and fix it, but at this point I know that’s just an idle dream.
I am loving all the new beauty treatments that keep coming out though. They seem to be getting better and better.
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Oh Miss Pink, I wish you could. I’ll keep my eye out for some home skincare that might work.
Sounds delicious. I’ve been thinking lately about doing this. I haven’t had a facial since my 20’s if you can believe that. This post may have pushed me over the edge. 🙂
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Just do it! You’re worth it x
Well, now I’m making an appt (see what you’ve done?). Just trying to find a day that works. The place I go to has warming beds, too, so a perfect mid-winter treat! x
I LOVE having facials, but I honestly can’t remember that last time I had one…sad but true.
Maybe this year…….
x Marnie
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I let the time between facials get away. Then I have one and remember why I should make it a regular event – even every three months would make a difference to my skin and my sanity!