Overview | Benefits | Why opt for a gold facial | Important notes | What to expect | Facial steps | Post-treatment care | At-home vs. clinic gold facial
We, at The Bombay Skin Clinic, see many patients coming in and inquiring about a gold facial. What is this treatment exactly? Well, in this article we will take you through this facial in detail and answer some frequently asked questions.
A gold facial is truly one of the most pampering and indulgent skin treatments you can think of. If you wish to spoil yourself and at the same time get great facial skin, this treatment might just be for you. Our patients have truly walked away with fantastic, glowing skin!
What is a gold facial?
In the general context, a gold facial involves the use of massaging sheets of 24-karat gold leaf. These are placed on the facial skin. It may also involve the use of colloidal gold, which is a liquid solution containing suspended gold nanoparticles. Gold facials help to cleanse, exfoliate, and extract, among other benefits. Gold nanoparticles can penetrate deeply into the skin for effective treatment, as per the American Chemical Society.
Gold facials have grown in popularity ever since 2006, back when a company from Japan innovated the method of helping gold penetrate the skin’s surface for enhanced aesthetic benefits.
Benefits of this facial
Centuries ago, Queen Cleopatra of Egypt used to wear gold masks upon discovering their beneficial properties. What can a gold facial do for your skin? A gold mask can prevent premature aging by helping to keep the collagen level steady and making your skin firm. Hence, you can say goodbye to saggy skin. It helps treat sun damage by reducing the levels of melanin in your skin, giving you a natural fairness and glow while keeping your skin toned and moisturized. It can even reduce inflammation with anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, working as an antioxidant to increase oxygen supply to the skin cells. Finally, it can increase elasticity by activating basal cells of the skin, thus reducing blemishes, spots, wrinkles, and fine lines.
Why opt for a gold facial
We recommend a gold facial to almost anybody. However, if you have certain skin problems that you wish to address, a gold facial is ideal. These issues include combating the signs of aging, fighting off sun damage and environmental toxins, improving elastin production and cell regeneration, and the like.
Important notes to remember before getting this facial
One important thing to note about a gold facial is the possibility of having an adverse reaction, as noted by the National Center for Biotechnology Information. This is rare; only people who experience contact dermatitis when wearing jewelry should be wary of a gold facial. Possible allergies are also noted by the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Our dermatologists will recommend this facial only after a thorough evaluation of your skin, allergies, previous skin treatments, and more. Also, note that this facial may not suit acne-prone skin. However, it can be customized for both oily and dry skin types.
Before coming in for the facial, you should wash your face thoroughly and avoid wearing make-up.
How will it feel like? What can you expect?
Generally, a gold facial is a relaxing, soothing, and rejuvenating treatment. While it does involve some scrubbing and tugging of your skin, you will experience no pain during the facial. It is minimally invasive with zero downtime post-treatment. So, you can resume your daily activities almost immediately. After this facial, you can expect almost an instant glow and freshness in your skin.
Steps involved in The Bombay Skin Clinic Gold Facial
At The Bombay Skin Clinic, we use the Gold Premium Modeling Mask, which is a rich nourishing mask that contains Asian botanical ingredients and special substances like silk amino acid, caviar, ginseng, and jojoba. This rubber mask helps to provide long-lasting moisturization. It also re-energizes and revitalizes the skin by removing impurities, leaving you with glowing, firmer, hydrated, and more youthful skin.
The first step includes cleansing the skin with cleansing milk followed by hydradermabrsion, which involves removal of dead skin cells. After this, we use photodynamic light to help the skin to brighten and glow.
How often to get this facial
We recommend that you get this facial once every four to six weeks. This should be safe as well as give effective results.
How long do these facials usually last?
Typically, a gold facial may last anywhere between one to two hours. While there is no downtime, we do recommend having a relatively free schedule to help your skin rest and heal after the treatment.
Steps to follow after the facial
Avoid direct sun exposure post the treatment to keep your skin looking fabulous. Avoid strenuous exercise that causes you to sweat a lot and refrain from scrubbing or washing your face too often for a few days. Apply an effective yet mild sunscreen when stepping out during the day, and do not use harsh skin care products. Also, skip heavy make-up products and exfoliating your skin.
Remember to take care of your skin in-between treatments to maintain its natural glow and keep it radiant for longer.
At-home facial vs. gold facial at a skin clinic
Opting for at-home gold facial kits may be a good way to reap some benefits of gold without breaking the bank. However, the results will be drastically different. This is because a gold facial involves exfoliation, scrubbing, massage, and other techniques. These can only give you the results you desire if done at the hands of experienced professionals. Thus, amateur gold facials at home are not recommended.
Closing paragraph
As you can see, gold isn’t just for your jewelry box. It offers a host of benefits for your skin. It is a crucial ingredient to look for when opting for a facial. Walk into The Bombay Skin Clinic today and enjoy rejuvenated, radiant, and healthier skin in on time!
References
- National Center for Biotechnology Information: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3905247
- American Chemical Society: https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acs.jpcb.6b03212
- Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology: https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(09)01646-6/fulltext
