Oxygen Facial Treatments: CPR for your skin.

Okay. WHAT is an oxygen facial? I find myself casually tossing around the phrase “oxygen” when pertaining to my facial services, and it turns out, not a lot of people know what it is or what it can do! Let’s break this explanation down in “1998 pool party invite” terms: WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN and WHY?

WHO

I don’t know, but apparently Madonna SWEARS by this treatment. Along with Jennifer Lopez, Megan Fox, Me, Jennifer Aniston, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE and many others. Does anyone else like how I casually threw myself inbetween Megan Fox and Jennifer Aniston? We're all basically the same person....

WHAT

First, lets talk about what an oxygen machine actually does and why oxygen is good for your skin. Oxygen is essential for your body (obviously), but it also plays a HUGE factor in the health of your skin. In order for any of your cells to properly function, they need to be provided with oxygen. With every breath we breathe, we are oxygenating our cells with about 18% oxygen. Oxygen alone is antibacterial AND calming for the skin, which is already a major plus.

This "oxygen facial" method is made possible with an oxygen machine, and an airbrush wand that slowly passes over every inch of your skin with a cool, high (yet comfortable) pressured mist. With an oxy machine, you are infusing your skin with a high pressure of 90-95% pure oxygen, which is an AMAZING boost to start ridding toxins and pushing your skin in a healthier direction! Not only do you get to infuse your skin with LIFE, but you also get to target a specific skin concern by incorporating a vitalizing serum. Whether you’re concerned about aging, uneven skin tone, dry skin, acne, scarring and irritation there is likely a serum directed towards your concern! Did you know, that often, skin care products carry ingredients that have a molecular structure too large to even pass into the layers of our skin? Sure, some may make your skin feel soft and hydrated, but is it actually FIXING the problem, or just masking it? The answer is most likely masking, because you are not getting to the root of the issue! The high pressure blast of pure oxygen is allowing the molecular structure of your serum to be broken down small enough to reach DEEPER into your epidermis (outer skin layer) so that it can be absorbed more effectively.

*PS- I guess exercising also helps oxygenate skin cells too…. but this is not a fitness blog and honestly, my method is a lot more relaxing and effective so BACK OFF AND LET ME LIVE MY LIFE.

WHERE

Ugh, I don’t know, don’t you have “Google”!? But, if you’re in my area, totally book with me (OBVIOUSLY)!

WHEN

Oxygen treatments are really a great service to add into your monthly facial (yes, you should all be seeing your esthetician regularly for facials) or, in-between facials for upkeep! The oxygen application itself takes 15-30 minutes and should be infused as often as a couple times a week, once a week, or monthly! Depending on money, time and how problematic the skin issue is, will depend on how often you receive the treatment. Your esthetician will be able to determine and recommend a good upkeep schedule. Remember, your esty is your bestie!

WHY

Because I said so? Also, because there are typically little to no side effects of an oxygen treatment! Unlike an active facial, microderm, peel or any other exfoliating service, an oxygen treatment does not require any down time. Instead of leaving the skin vulnerable and exposed, oxygen services leave the skin plump, hydrated and glowing! ALSO, because it's amazing and revitalizing for your skin, THAT’S WHY! Everyone loves an O-Face.... oxygen face, duh ;).

Now, go breathe some LIFE into your skin!

Peace.love&skin

Andie