August 11, 2026

What Does a Facial Actually Do for Your Skin? A Results-Driven Breakdown

What Does a Facial Actually Do for Your Skin?

A professional facial does much more than leave your skin feeling clean or refreshed. A customized facial improves your skin by deeply cleansing, gently exfoliating, restoring hydration, supporting the skin barrier, and addressing concerns such as acne, pigmentation, fine lines, and uneven texture.

At The Skin Chic in Virginia Beach, every facial begins with a personalized skin assessment. Your aesthetician evaluates your skin before selecting the products, techniques, and technologies that will help you achieve healthier skin—not just a temporary glow.

A Facial Is More Than a Spa Treatment

Many people think of facials as an occasional luxury, but professional facials play an important role in maintaining healthy skin.

Your skin changes throughout the year due to:

seasonal weather
sun exposure
hormones
stress
aging
lifestyle habits

Because your skin is constantly changing, your treatments should change with it.

That's why every facial at The Skin Chic is customized rather than performed using the same routine for every patient.

What Happens During a Professional Facial?

Although every treatment is personalized, most facials are designed to improve the overall health and function of your skin.

Depending on your skin assessment, your facial may include:

deep cleansing
professional exfoliation
hydration
extractions when appropriate
customized treatment serums
facial massage
advanced skincare technologies

Each step is selected with a purpose, creating a treatment that supports both immediate improvements and long-term skin health.

How Does a Facial Improve Your Skin?

Professional facials improve several aspects of skin health at the same time.

Deep Cleansing

Even an excellent home skincare routine cannot completely replicate a professional cleanse.

A facial helps remove:

excess oil
debris
dead skin cells
environmental buildup

This leaves the skin feeling cleaner while creating a healthier environment for future skin renewal.

Professional Exfoliation

As dead skin cells accumulate, the complexion often appears dull and uneven.

Professional exfoliation helps:

smooth skin texture
brighten the complexion
improve skin softness
encourage healthy cell turnover

Your aesthetician will determine the appropriate level of exfoliation based on your skin's sensitivity and current condition.

Improved Hydration

Healthy skin depends on adequate hydration.

Many customized facials focus on restoring moisture to help improve:

skin comfort
elasticity
softness
overall radiance

Hydrated skin often appears smoother, healthier, and more resilient.

Better Skin Texture

One of the most noticeable benefits of regular facials is improved texture.

Patients frequently notice:

smoother skin
refined pores
softer rough areas
healthier overall skin quality

These improvements become more consistent with regular treatments.

Brighter, More Even-Looking Skin

When dead skin cells and buildup are removed, the complexion often appears brighter and more refreshed.

Customized treatments may also help improve the appearance of:

dull skin
uneven tone
mild discoloration
post-breakout marks

Your aesthetician will recommend the most appropriate treatment approach for your specific concerns.

Support for Healthy Aging

Professional facials are an important part of a long-term preventative skincare plan.

While facials do not replace collagen-stimulating treatments like microneedling or laser resurfacing, they help maintain healthy skin by supporting hydration, skin barrier function, and overall skin quality.

Healthy skin ages more gracefully when it receives consistent care.

What Is the Best Facial?

The best facial isn't determined by a treatment name.

It's determined by what your skin needs today.

At The Skin Chic, many patients choose the All-In Facial because it allows complete customization at every appointment.

Available treatment lengths include:

The All-In | 60 Minutes
The All-In | 75 Minutes
The All-In | 90 Minutes

Depending on your skin assessment, your aesthetician may incorporate:

HydraFacial
Dermalinfusion
dermaplaning
oxygen
LED
microcurrent
Biologique Recherche Face Remodel
microdermabrasion
extractions when appropriate

Rather than selecting add-ons before your appointment, your treatment is curated after your skin has been evaluated.

Personalization isn't an add-on—it's where every facial begins.

Who Benefits from Professional Facials?

Professional facials are appropriate for nearly every skin type.

Patients often seek treatment for:

acne and congestion
dry or dehydrated skin
uneven texture
dullness
sensitive skin
fine lines
preventative skincare

Whether your goal is correction or maintenance, customized facials provide an excellent foundation for healthier skin.

How Long Do Facial Results Last?

Most patients enjoy visible improvements for approximately two to four weeks.

How long your results last depends on factors including:

skin type
home skincare routine
environmental exposure
treatment consistency
the facial performed

Regular appointments help maintain your results while allowing your aesthetician to continually adjust your treatment plan.

Can Facials Be Combined with Other Treatments?

Absolutely.

Customized facials are frequently incorporated into larger treatment plans.

Depending on your goals, your aesthetician may recommend combining facials with treatments such as:

Advanced treatments address deeper skin concerns, while customized facials help maintain healthy skin before, between, and after those procedures.

How Much Do Facials Cost at The Skin Chic?

Current facial pricing includes:

The Skin Chic Facial | 50 Minutes – $200
The All-In | 60 Minutes – $250
The All-In | 75 Minutes – $290
The All-In | 90 Minutes – $330
BR Manual Lift – $290
BR Double Boost – $325
BR Triple Lift + Remodel – $400
Cellstory Korean Liquid Microneedling Facial – $350
DMK Enzyme Therapy – $250
DMK Muscle Banding – $300
DMK Enzyme Elevated – $400

Your aesthetician will recommend the facial that best aligns with your skin concerns and long-term skincare goals.

*Pricing is current as of the date this article was published and is subject to change. Final pricing depends on the treatment selected and your personalized skin plan. Please refer to The Skin Chic treatment menu or reserve your appointment for the most current pricing.

Why Professional Facials and Home Skincare Work Together

Even the best professional facial cannot replace daily skincare.

Likewise, even an exceptional home routine cannot fully replace professional treatments.

The healthiest skin comes from combining both.

Your aesthetician will recommend products and routines that complement your facial treatments, helping you maintain your results between appointments.

What to Expect at Your Facial Appointment

Every facial at The Skin Chic starts with a comprehensive skin assessment.

Your aesthetician will evaluate:

hydration
skin texture
congestion
pigmentation
sensitivity
signs of aging
your skincare goals

From there, your treatment is customized specifically for your skin that day.

No two appointments are exactly alike because no two skin assessments are exactly alike.

Healthy Skin Is Built One Treatment at a Time

Professional facials aren't about chasing a temporary glow—they're about creating healthier skin over time.

By combining personalized treatments, professional skincare expertise, and a long-term strategy, facials help improve your skin's overall health, resilience, and appearance.

If you're ready to experience a facial that's designed specifically for your skin, reserve your appointment at The Skin Chic in Virginia Beach. Your aesthetician will create a customized treatment plan that evolves with your skin, helping you achieve healthy, glowing results that last.

Book at our ViBe District location or Shore Drive location.