What should I expect for my first time facial?

First-time facial: I've never been before and don't know what to expect.

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A: First time Facial

William J. Hedden, MD

Sometimes people are a little nervous going into their first facial. Nothing to be nervous about, your first facial should not be too bad. You should recieve a skin analysis to determine what skin type you have. You'll be asked questions like what type of products do you use on your face, how aften do you wash... more

A: Expectations depend on the strength of the facial

John P. Di Saia, MD

Hello, Most non-medical facials are pretty mild. As the doctor or esthetician uses stronger agents you can get a peel though. The strength and the type of skin you have both have a lot to do with how you do with it and whether or not you will actually "peel." The best thing to do is ask the... more

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