Dr Nestor’s Medical & Cosmetic introduces the HydraFacial to clinic
Did you know the HydraFacial is the world’s most popular facial? With one performed every 15 seconds around the globe, it’s renowned by beauty experts and aficionados alike.
Want to see what the fuss is all about for yourself? The multi-award-winning Dr Nestor’s Medical & Cosmetic Centre has recently added the HydraFacial to its in-clinic offering, giving Edinburgh residents the chance to try out the exciting skin treatment.
Performed by lead skin therapist Helen Cowan in the clinic’s in-house skin health department, the HydraFacial will help you rediscover your glow and uncover perfectly polished, healthy and radiant skin, just in time for the glamorous festive season.
We headed along to try out the wonder-treatment as part of HydraFacial’s world tour, which stopped off at Dr Nestor’s Medical & Cosmetic Centre this November. Stepping into the clinic on a cold, rainy evening, we were instantly put at ease with a warm welcome in the stylish waiting room. After a chat with Helen to explain more about the HydraFacial and answer our questions, we sat back and waited for the magic to happen.
So, how does this ‘miracle facial’ really work? Using six steps and a vacuum-powered handheld device, the HydraFacial offers medical-grade hydra-dermabrasion which cleanses, exfoliates and then hydrates the skin, by infusing it with intensive serums. The result: glowing, smooth and clear skin, that radiates health and happiness.
The unique HydraFacial device simply vacuums gunk and blockages from the pores (which you can ask to see post-facial – grim but fascinating!) whilst simultaneously pushing potent actives into the skin’s surface, to moisturise, brighten and plump up the complexion.
The vacuum sensation is a little odd, but not painful - and it’s nice and quick too. There’s no need to worry about the pain or redness associated with many medical-grade facials: the HydraFacial delivers high efficacy in a gentle and relaxing way, so you step out of the clinic looking fresh-faced and feeling fabulous. There’s no down-time; by the next morning your skin will be looking gorgeous and ready for your usual skincare or makeup routine.
If you have a particular skin concern, there are a variety of add-ons in the HydraFacial experience to target lines and wrinkles, acne or pigmentation and sun damage. Different strengths of glycolic/salicylic acid peels can be used, as well as LED light therapy, facial massage and specialised booster vials containing active ingredients. You can even opt for a ‘perk’ treatment for eyes to exfoliate, tone, hydrate and tighten, or for lips to exfoliate, hydrate and lightly plump for a perfectly polished pout.
Ideal for all ages, skin types and skin concerns, the HydraFacial can help you achieve the skin you’ve always hoped for. Ideal as a regular treatment to maintain the condition of your skin, or used just before a big event or special occasion to boost your glow, everyone can benefit from this incredibly popular facial.
Dr Nestor Demosthenous, founder of Dr Nestor’s Medical & Cosmetic Centre, says “We are delighted to be introducing such a well-loved and well-known treatment into the clinic. It fits in beautifully alongside our existing skin health offering and gives our clients yet another option that we think they will love. HydraFacial has been highly requested by our patients and we are very pleased to be able to bring this treatment to them, and help the residents of Edinburgh and beyond experience the ‘HydraFacial glow’ for themselves.”
Helen Cowan, skin therapist at Dr Nestor’s, says “I have been a fan of the HydraFacial for a very long time and am delighted to be able to perform this on our patients and customers looking for a radiant glow and healthier skin. I love the results the HydraFacial offers and I can’t wait to introduce this to our customers over the coming months.”
The HydraFacial is now available to book at Dr Nestor’s Medical & Cosmetic Centre, and is priced at £120, with boosters and perk treatments available to add on for an additional £40. A minimum course of six is recommended.