Your skin is important for many reasons. Not only is it the body's largest organ, but it is also the first thing people see when they meet you. Therefore, having healthy, appealing skin should be a priority. Facials are excellent treatments that can improve the look, feel, and underlying health of your skin. While they are a common treatment offered by many salons, most people do not understand this treatment or the benefits it offers. This guide will help you understand the truth behind a few common myths regarding facials.

Facials Are Just Expensive Creams

One of the first myths people believe is that a facial is just another name for an application of an expensive cream. This is actually not true, since facials use a variety of products that perform a variety of services.

In most cases, facials use steam, exfoliation, extractions, creams, lotions, masks, peels, and even massage to remove dead skin cells, clean pores, moisturize, and stimulate new collagen production to restore the skin back to a healthy and youthful glow.

Facials Are Painful

Another myth you may believe is that facials are painful. In reality, facials should never cause you any pain or discomfort. However, there are some patients who experience some light discomfort during some parts of the facial or even afterwards because they have sensitive skin or allergies.

If you have sensitive skin or allergies to certain products or ingredients used in products, consult your technician before undergoing a facial or any other beauty treatment. Most people undergo facials without any difficulty, but if you have sensitivities or allergies, another treatment may be recommended.

DIY Facials Are Sufficient

Finally, if you want to save money, but reap the benefits of a facial, you may attempt a few DIY solutions at home. Although there are many products that claim to offer the same benefits of professional facials, these DIY solutions may actually cause more harm to your skin than good.

From creating a facial mask out of glue to "peel away dead skin cells" to brightening the skin with lemon juice or exfoliating with baking soda, many people who attempt these facials at home develop redness, inflammation, and even acne breakouts.

To ensure your skin is restored in the most effective and safe manner possible, only trust professionals for facials.

Facials may be common, but they are very misunderstood. This guide will teach you the truths behind a few common myths.