At Touch to Heal, we are excited to present this revolutionary treatment designed to restore and nourish your skin. It involves an airbrush-like wand that sprays pressurized oxygen and sometimes anti-aging serums or moisturizers directly into your epidermis (the outer layer of your skin). Celebrities, including Madonna, swear by this technique for smoother and plumper skin.
The concept of trying to increase oxygen levels in the body (including skin tissue) has existed since the 1930s, which is around the time hyperbaric oxygen chambers were invented. Oxygen, as it turns out, is really good for us, so it makes sense that we’d want to increase our access. Luckily, the oxygen facial exists for exactly this purpose. The treatment begs the very obvious question: “Aren’t we swimming in the stuff — what’s the point?” The short answer to this is that atmospheric oxygen levels aren’t as high as you might assume. In fact, the air we breathe is only 21 percent oxygen, with nitrogen making up 78 percent and argon and other trace gases making up the remaining one percent.
What Are Some Benefits of Oxygen Facial?
– One of the biggest benefits of oxygen facial is the collagen boost it gives to your skin, making it firm and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Collagen is the protein that makes the cells stick together, providing strength and elasticity to your skin. When the collagen weakens (with age), wrinkles appear. It even is able to provide a plumping effect to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and even out skin tone. This is a great treatment as an alternative to Botox treatments
– By infusing the oxygen into skin, the facial removes impurities and detoxifies from the epidermis (top layer of the skin), boosting the oxygen content. It also removes the dead cells from the top layer, opens up clogged pores, and brings out that natural blush and an immediate glow due to increased circulation and higher tissue oxygenation levels.
– Our skin cells have a limited lifetime. Oxygen is crucial for cell regeneration. It increases the rate at which new cells grow, which, in turn, helps in scar (from acne) healing. The oxygen facial gives an extra dose of oxygen to your skin cells, thus aiding faster cell turnover.
– Constant exposure to the sun, dust, and pollution rob your skin of its natural moisture content which makes lose luster or appear extremely dry. The oxygen facial deeply moisturizes your skin, restoring its pH balance and shielding it from sun damage.
– Acne is formed when the skin cells are clogged, trapping dirt and oils in them, causing the pores to get enlarged. The oxygen facial helps to shrink the pores and doesn’t let your skin accumulate dust and dirt. As a result, it heals acne and remains glowing for longer.
– The serum used for oxygen facial is rich in hyaluronic acid, peptides, vitamins, and botanical extracts that treat uneven skin tone and make your face look bright.
– This process is exceptionally gentle on your skin and doesn’t cause any painful side effects, such as irritation, redness, swelling, stinging, and a burning sensation. Therefore, it is suitable for people who have sensitive skin and those who want to avoid chemical beauty treatments.
– Usually, in the case of other procedures and skin treatments, you have to wait for a specific period before you can go back to your regular skin care regimen. But in the case of the oxygen facial, there isn’t any particular recovery time. You can start applying creams, lotions, or makeup to your skin almost immediately. It even promotes enhanced absorption and efficiency of these other skincare produces
– Due to increased circulation and higher tissue oxygenation levels it also imparts an immediate glow so you don’t have to wait long to celebrate your refreshed skin.
How often do I need to get oxygen facials?
The effects of oxygen facials are said to last about a week. For the best results, many spas will recommend a series of six treatments along a six-week timeframe, followed by monthly touch-up visits. Oxygen facial sessions are very short, so it is best to schedule multiple appointments over the course of a few weeks. Let one of our professional estheticians here at Touch To Heal Spa show you what the experience should feel like, link below to book your session!
