27 Mar Clinical Study Shows HydraFacial Helps with Acne in 100% of Patients
You might already know that HydraFacial is the ultimate 3-in-1 treatment that simultaneously exfoliates, extracts, and infuses for baby-smooth skin—it’s why it’s one of the most-requested treatments at Parson Skin Center. But did you know it can also help with acne? According to a recent clinical study published in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 100 percent of participants found that their acne-prone skin was “clearer [and] less inflamed” after a series of HydraFacial treatments.
If you are curious about the term “series,” don’t be. Many HydraFacial clients find that they want to sustain their initial results with routine treatments every 4 – 6 weeks. After all, HydraFacial cannot provide results that last forever. Instead, it is designed to be a zero-downtime addition to your continual in-office skin care regimen. Here’s how it works.
The HydraFacial Approach
HydraFacial uses a “wet vac” technology that begins by exfoliating the skin while keeping it damp. At the same time, gunk from your pores is extracted. The moisture from this facial helps to ensure a gentler approach, especially for skin plagued with acne. Other facials that share some techniques, such as DiamondGlow, do not take a wet approach and can be too harsh and abrasive for acne-prone skin. This is why HydraFacial has always been the top-rated “facial” for those with acne who want more than a traditional facial can offer.
Each of the 100 participants in the clinical trial underwent a 12-week assessment. They ranged in age from 19 – 38 and the study included a range of skin tones. All underwent a HydraFacial every two weeks, which is more often than normal but as the study suggests, may be a great initial plan for those wanting to treat their acne. According to the researchers, “All participants reported a significant improvement in acne severity, finding they had fewer acne lesions and cleaner, more radiant-looking skin.”
The Truth About Acne
Not only was acne lessened during this HydraFacial study, but self-confidence soared. The researchers also asked about self-esteem, since it is well-known that having acne can be mentally and emotionally tolling. The team found that self-confidence increased 40 percent on average following the first HydraFacial treatment. After the last facial was completed, that increased to 100 percent. The team reports,
Anyone who has ever experienced acne understands the desire to find a solution that truly works and can help them feel more confident in their appearance. Our hope is that these findings encourage anyone suffering from acne to try this clarifying treatment and see the results for themselves.
Of course, a HydraFacial doesn’t only help with acne. It can seriously increase radiance, brilliance, decrease fine lines and wrinkles, and help topicals work better. At the end of each HydraFacial session, skin is infused with hand-selected medical-grade topicals meant to address every client’s specific concerns. This makes it a great way to try out new-to-you products without committing to a full bottle right away.
The HydraFacial Approach
Unlike some other facials, the HydraFacial is performed via a device rather than by hand, making it more effective and able to achieve longer lasting results. HydraFacial is suitable for all skin tones and types and, as the study shows, can even be used on those with current active breakouts (though the severity of open lesions may dictate if you need to wait a little while before your session). If you are curious if your acne-prone skin is suitable for a HydraFacial right now, a consultation can help.
There is no downtime associated with HydraFacial and the process takes just 30 minutes. Known as a lunch hour treatment, you can get in and out with a glow whether it’s for a special event or as part of your new monthly skin care routine. Every session may feature different medical-grade topicals for you since the skin is an organ and always changing (and responding to change). This is especially true during seasonal shifts like right now. As we gear up for warmer weather, you may find your skin to be oilier than usual or that breakouts are more common—a HydraFacial can help. To book your appointment contact Parson Skin Center today by calling the office or completing the online contact form.