Cryotherapy facial
Today we are going to talk about the sought-after Cryotherapy facial. For those who have no idea what Cryotherapy is, don’t worry; you’ve come to the right place. A Cryotherapy facial entails a temperature of -250 °F being infused onto the face and décolleté providing thermal cooling. It sounds crazy, but don’t worry; these facials are safe when done by a licensed professional! Now, you might be wondering what the benefits of having -250°F temperatures being infused over your face are? Well, there are many! It is known to brighten the skin, tighten pores, reduce the appearance of fine lines & age spots & give you an overall more youthful appearance.
Let’s talk about science for a minute. We all know of the trend of women rubbing ice on their faces or even doing an ice bath for the body. Cryotherapy is that, on steroids. The intense cold causes your blood vessels to contract & your pore to tighten at a much deeper level than ice. After your skin returns to its normal temperature, the blood vessels dilate quickly. This is essential because having your blood vessels swiftly dilated causes an increase in blood & oxygen flow to the face. This allows the skin to get that overall more vibrant, glowy look. Let’s not forget to mention that cryotherapy has been shown to plump up the lips. Bonus! There have also been clinical studies that have demonstrated cryotherapy helps with skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis. Some studies have shown that extremely cold temperatures (like -250°F) reduce sebum production, which in turn can help those who are suffering from acne. So down.
One of the benefits of getting cryotherapy is it has zero downtime. Unlike some procedures (e.g., peels, micro-needling & microdermabrasion), this facial will allow you to walk out of the treatment room ready to take on the day or even prepare yourself for a special event! Anyone looking to revive their skin from dull & tired to bright & hydrated in less than 30 minutes. It is essential to note this facial is not recommended for pregnant women.
To prepare for your cryotherapy facial:
To prepare for your cryotherapy facial, it is essential to wait at least two weeks after getting any injections (e.g., botox or filler). Make sure you drink a lot of water in the days leading up to your facial so your skin can remain hydrated. Stop using exfoliates or acids leading up to your facial. Other than that, when you enter the treatment room with tired, dull-looking skin, be prepared to leave your appointment to look refreshed and with an unmatched glow!
Sources:
-Jung Y, et al. (2015). Longitudinal, 3D in vivo imaging of sebaceous glands by coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering microscopy: Normal function and response to cryotherapy. DOI:
-Klimenko T, et al. (2008). Whole-body cryotherapy in atopic dermatitis. DOI:
-Larsen MK, et al. (2019). Therapeutic efficacy of cryotherapy on facial swelling, pain, trismus and quality of life after surgical removal of mandibular third molars: A systematic review. DOI:
