Beauty Therapists On What Gets Under Their Skin

We often think a facial can do wonders for our skin – and it can. But what do the experts secretly wish we did to make their work more effective?

- Beatuy Heaven

When skin concerns crop up, many of us are quick to consult a dermatologist for a prescriptive solution, forgetting that there’s another group of professionals that come face-to-face with, well, our faces, day in, day out. Not just a relaxing treat (though it is that, too!), regular facials are an essential part of a healthy skincare regime, and shouldn’t be thought of as standalone experiences.

What happens before and after your treatment might be just as crucial as what happens when you’re having your facial. We asked some of New Zealand’s most trusted facialists what they wish their clients would start – and stop – doing.

DON’T BE UNREALISTIC