How Much Does a HydraFacial Cost?
HydraFacials are one of the most popular skin treatments on the market. Last year, estheticians performed over two million of them around the world. And, as if that weren’t enough of an endorsement, the results speak for themselves.
After a HydraFacial, you’ll have dewy, glowing, smoother skin with no downtime! Doctors and estheticians all sing the praises of this revolutionary approach to skin care.
But, for some, the costs associated with this treatment make them question whether it’s worth it. With all of the other options out there for addressing skin concerns, does the price tag match the outcome?
Join us while we go below the surface of this popular skin-resurfacing procedure.
What makes HydraFacials different from other facials?
Most facials involve serums developed to treat specific skin concerns. Many are also formulated for skin types and even skin tones for very particular results. They’re a popular and usually affordable treatment option done by estheticians worldwide. And, while most involve some kind of exfoliation, they’re not usually meant to provide skin resurfacing.
A HydraFacial is a patented process that involves a special tool and training protocol before it can be used. Estheticians must go through a course The Beauty Health Company provides before offering it in their salons and spas.
But it’s not just about the branding. There’s something special going on below the surface during one of these treatments.
The process is not manual like regular facials
Unlike traditional facials that involve estheticians manually applying solutions to the skin's surface, this is a different approach. During a regular facial, your esthetician usually performs manual extractions and is hands-on throughout.
HydraFacials use a machine and hand tool during a session. Your provider won’t have their hands on your skin throughout the process. Instead, they use the tool for the procedure, occasionally making contact as necessary.
HydraFacial follows a three-step system
As we mentioned, HydraFacials are a complex approach that provides three different benefits to the skin. While each step of the system is the same, your esthetician customizes the super-serums, and products used during the treatment based on your skin concerns.
A general outline of a Hydrafacial treatment is as follows:
The first step in the system, Cleanse + Peel, is exfoliation and resurfacing. Using Activ-4 serum, the tool removes dead skin cells, revealing healthy cells underneath. Then, another serum, GlySal, is applied. A blend of glycolic and salicylic acids, it’s a gentle chemical peel without flaking after treatment.
After that, the second step, Extract + Hydrate, uses suction to remove debris from the pores for painless extractions.Vortex suction cleans out dirt and oil with Beta-HD serum.
Fuse + Protect is the final step in the procedure. Then Antiox+ brings hydration and nourishment to the skin, improving texture. It’s a combination of antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. This gives the HydraFacial glow.
There is no downtime after a HydraFacial treatment
Standard chemical peels have downtime ranging from a few days to a week or more. After a HydraFacial, your skin’s ready to face the world immediately. And with the results people of all skin types see, that’s a significant achievement.
Fresh-looking, radiant skin without peeling or long healing times feels like a revelation!
Why do HydraFacials cost as much as they do?
You might think these results are worth just about any cost, especially without downtime. But it can get pricey fast, with an average cost between $199 to $300 or more per session. Most providers recommend appointments as often as monthly for consistent results.
Costs are high for this treatment, but not without reason. For many, the benefits outweigh the price of regular treatment.
The process is around 30 minutes long
Convenience is a significant factor for many of us. Getting a traditional skin resurfacing treatment could take up to an hour, and that’s before recovery! HydraFacials are usually a 30-minute treatment with no downtime. You’ll have better results but without a significant recovery period.
If you’re a busy person, that’s like buying time back!
The results are instantly seen post-facial!
Instead of waiting a week or more to see the full results from a chemical peel or microdermabrasion, these are instant. And, instead of having several treatments in your protocol, you’ll see results after just one!
A treatment is endlessly customizable to your concerns
Because the treatment uses several different serums, you can customize it to your specific skin concerns. At Studio Wax, we package a HydraFacial with other treatments like dermaplaning and HydroJelly masks. We can also provide LED light therapy and customized corrective boosters to address your skin concerns.
HydraFacials are one of the most effective anti-aging treatments
By removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin and infusing pores with hydration and HA, HydraFacial is an effective anti-aging treatment. It also increases blood flow to the skin's surface and encourages new growth.
Because it’s such a gentle approach to skin resurfacing, it’s perfect for sensitive and mature skin.
What else should you know about HydraFacials
Beyond the costs and benefits, there are a few other frequently asked questions about the procedure.
Who should not be receiving HydraFacial treatments?
Doctors don’t recommend this treatment for those with rosacea, sunburns, or active rashes. As with any abrasive process, bacteria can spread if there’s an active infection or existing damage. Additionally, some of the ingredients haven’t been tested on pregnant people, so they should avoid it.
How often should you receive a HydraFacial?
Even though you’ll experience good results from one treatment, regular sessions yield more consistent results. You can schedule a HydraFacial every four to six weeks! Over time, you’ll see reduced acne breakouts, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, and fine lines and wrinkles.
Come to Studio Wax where we can introduce you to the wonders of HydraFacials!
Our team at Studio Wax loves the results we can provide our clients with HydraFacial technology. We even have short sessions for a lunch break pick-me-up! Alone, it’s a powerful tool, but combined with other services, it’s a dream.
Check out our website to book your HydraFacial today!
