Facial Cleansing

Professional facial cleansing helps maintain healthy skin by removing toxins, dead cells, impurities, excess oil and more.

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What is facial cleansing?

Professional facial cleansing is a procedure that removes toxins, dead cells, impurities, excess oil, and residue from makeup or skincare products that build up over time, dulling the skin’s brightness and radiance.

Deep facial exfoliation should be performed periodically, in addition to regular at-home cleansing, to help maintain healthy skin. At Dr. Juan Carlos Lloreda’s clinic, a specialist in aesthetic and anti-aging medicine, advanced technology treatments such as Hydrafacial cleansing are used to achieve optimal results.

What is facial cleansing used for?

Deep facial cleansing is essential for keeping the skin clean and refreshed. The buildup of impurities can enlarge and clog pores, leading to blackheads and comedones. Regular facial hygiene helps prevent dull, congested, dehydrated, red, or sensitive skin, while also reducing the risk of inflammatory skin infections.

Benefits

Facial exfoliation stimulates skin cell renewal, deep hydration, toning, improved texture, and better control of oil production. “Exfoliation helps accelerate the skin’s natural renewal process and enhances the appearance of enlarged pores,” explains Dr. Lloreda.

In addition, professional deep facial cleansing is the first step before any aesthetic medicine treatment. When the skin is free of impurities, the applied products or medications can penetrate more effectively, optimizing overall results.

Duration

At Dr. Juan Carlos Lloreda’s Medical Center, the Hydrafacial procedure typically lasts between 30 and 60 minutes.

Ideally, professional facial cleanings should be performed every one to two months. However, lifestyle plays a key role in maintaining healthy skin. Daily facial cleansing, weekly exfoliation, proper hydration, a diet rich in vegetables and low in processed foods, and regular exercise all contribute significantly to skin health.

Application process

Hydrafacial

Hydrafacial is a non-invasive technology that provides a deep cleanse by removing accumulated impurities. It also exfoliates, hydrates, and protects the skin. This comprehensive treatment not only cleanses, detoxifies, and hydrates, but certain protocols also include lymphatic drainage to help reduce skin inflammation.

The first step involves performing a gentle facial peel to remove the outer layer of damaged skin and stimulate tissue renewal. The device’s action on the skin also promotes healthy circulation and oxygenation. Its gentle suction removes dead cells and other accumulated impurities, aiding in the extraction of blackheads and comedones. Finally, the skin is infused with antioxidants and hydrating ingredients.

Expectations

After a professional facial cleansing, patients often notice that their skin regains its natural radiance and youthful appearance. The tissues become decongested, and the complexion looks visibly fresher and free of impurities such as blackheads. A small percentage of patients may experience a mild breakout after the procedure, often referred to as a “skin purge,” as impurities are expelled from the skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a deep facial cleansing include?

It includes deep facial exfoliation to remove product buildup and toxins, followed by the extraction of blackheads or comedones, and concludes with deep hydration to restore radiance and a natural, healthy glow to the skin.

How long do facial cleansing treatments take?

Procedures performed at Dr. Juan Carlos Lloreda’s clinic, such as Hydrafacial cleansing, typically take less than one hour. Ideally, they should be repeated every one to two months.

What does your skin look like after a professional facial cleansing?

Completely renewed. In manual facial treatments, the skin may initially show some redness and mild inflammation as impurities are released. In procedures that use technology, inflammation tends to be minimal. Once these effects subside, patients typically appear refreshed, decongested, and with rejuvenated, radiant skin.

How can I tell if I need a deep facial cleansing?

In general, everyone needs periodic deep facial cleansing due to the natural buildup of toxins caused by environmental pollution, skincare products, makeup, and the skin’s own production of oil and sweat. When the skin appears dull, with enlarged pores, blackheads, or uneven texture, it is time to visit a professional clinic.

Contraindications

Regarding contraindications, the procedure is not recommended for patients with active allergies, open wounds, hypersensitivity, active infections in the treatment area, or recent healing processes. It is essential to consult with a specialist, who will determine the safest and most appropriate approach to ensure proper skin hygiene.

Recommendations

For at-home facial cleansing, or what is commonly known as skincare, Dr. Juan Carlos Lloreda recommends using a facial cleanser suited to each patient’s skin type. For oily skin, it is important to use a cleanser that helps regulate sebum production. Likewise, salicylic acid—found in many at-home facial cleansing products—helps decongest pores and prevent toxin buildup. It is often present in astringent lotions or serums.

It is essential to avoid using homemade products that can cause serious damage during facial cleansing. Dr. Lloreda warns against ingredients such as lemon, sugar, or baking soda: “Lemon has a pH that can cause burns and irreversible damage. The same goes for baking soda, which is abrasive—it’s meant for cleaning kitchens or laundry, not skin.”