Genetics, sun exposure, smoking, free radicals and environmental exposures all contribute to aging your skin. Collagen production slows down, forming lines and wrinkles. Over time, oil glands produce large amounts of oil, stretching out your pores. But luckily, there are facial therapy treatments offered that can reduce wrinkles and fine lines as well as control acne and rosacea.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion loosens dead skin cells with tiny aluminum oxide crystals particles that are massaged into your skin. A device sprays the microcrystals on your face and blasts away dead surface skin cells. Microdermabrasion stimulates collagen production, which is essential for young, healthy-looking skin. Aluminum dioxide is similar to sand in terms of its texture.
Laser Resurfacing
Laser resurfacing involves a laser emitting an intense beam that gently removes surface skin tissue. This is an outpatient procedure and uses local anesthesia in combination with a sedative. Collagen production is stimulated, which tones and tightens your face. Laser resurfacing treatment minimizes the appearance of large pores, wrinkles, discolorations and acne scars.
Chemical Peel
A chemical peel removes the top layers of your skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This treatment smooths and improves the texture of your skin. Chemical peels differ in their strengths and are administered by a physician or trained clinician.
Steaming
Boil water in a pan, then remove it from the stove. Drape a towel over your head and stand with your face directly above the pan, but keep your face far enough away from the steam to avoid burning your skin. Steam your face for 10 minutes, then rinse your face with water. Use a gentle facial cleanser to clear out dirt and oil. Pat your face dry with a towel after washing. Finish by applying a moisturizer, to prevent your face from over-drying.
Facial Masks
Facial masks deeply cleanse your pores by drawing out impurities, toning and refining your skin. David Bank, M.D., a dermatologist in New York and author of "Beautiful Skin: Every Woman's Guide to Looking Her Best at Any Age," recommends different types of masks depending on your skin type. Oily skin needs a clay or mud mask, dry skin needs a creamy and hydrating mask, sensitive skin needs a light gel mask, and combination skin can use various masks to target the different skin types.
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