Men's Skin Care FAQ

Here are some answers to some commonly asked questions on Men's Skin Care.

If you would like to book in for a consultation, please see the links at the bottom of this page to contact us.

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Question: Should I shave prior to having a facial?

Answer: Some products when used on freshly shaved skin may cause irritation so it is recommended that a period of 8 hours maximum is allowed before having a facial.

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Question: How will a facial benefit me?

Answer: It will improve the texture and appearance of your skin. For people with problem skin - a deep cleansing facial will help to remove impurities from the facial pores.

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Question: I am not sure on which facial to have or which one would suit my skin type. Can you give me any advice?

Answer: If you would rather have a face to face consultation then we offer this service. Please tell our receptionist that you would like to book in for "Men's Facial Consultation".

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Question: What actually happens during a facial treatment?

Answer: The skin is double cleansed using our popular exfoliant range to remove dead skin cells. The skin is then massaged using specialised French products to stimulate the circulation of the skin. We then apply a facial mask which relaxes the skin, draws out any remaining impurities and leaves the skin glowing with a more radiant appearance. To finalise a moisturiser is applied to help maintain the skins balance.

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Question: I already have wrinkles, is skincare really going to reduce them?

Answer: A combination of a rigorous homecare program of active anti-ageing products and frequent visits to a professional Beauty Therapist for more intensive treatments, will help to soften existing lines and minimise further fine lines from becoming deeper and more obvious. It is never too late to start using skincare and you are never to old to help prevent further fine lines and wrinkles.

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Question: My skin is very sensitive and I react to everything I use, what can I do?

Answer: A visit to a professional Beauty Therapist is your first step. She will help you determine what it is you are allergic to and can advise you on a simple skincare routine to calm your skin down.

Seaweed and Algae based ranges are fantastic for anyone who suffers with a sensitive skin. Algae is totally natural and it contains the many different minerals that a sensitive skin requires to function properly. It is very rare that a skin will experience any irritations with a natural seaweed based skincare range.

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Question: Are natural based products better than chemical products?

Answer: Absolutely! The skin absorbs everything that is applied to it topically, this is easily demonstrated - if you rub a piece of garlic on the soles of your feet, after a while your breath smells of garlic! A natural product range is filled with active ingredients that fight the ageing process.

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Question: What is the difference between professional skincare you can purchase at a beauty salon or a range you buy over the counter?

Answer: Professional skincare ranges are full of very active ingredients that stimulate and enhance the skin, they are prescribed by a trained professional Beauty Therapist that knows and understands the skins functions and how it should be treated for a successful result.

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Question: What is wrong with using soap and water?

Answer: Most soaps are detergent based and can alter the pH level of the skin. The normal ph level is 5.5, the aggressive actions of soap can strip the skin of its natural protective layer of oil leaving the skin dry and susceptible to bacterial infections such as blemishes.

Back in the "old days" it was acceptable to use soap on the face as they were often home made with pure natural ingredients (there was nothing else available, you couldn't go to the Mall to purchase your skincare) and the climate conditions then, are not like the harsh environment of today.

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Question: I would like to book for a facial. What do I do now and how can I find you?

Answer: We are based in Bristol - Directions can be found here. To book for a facial, follow the information or links at the bottom of this page. Please be aware that if you are a new client, we will need to take a deposit to secure your slot.

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Question: I would like to purchase some homecare products. Can you advise which products I should be using?

Answer: Our therapists are professionally trained in the Algologie skin care range and would be happy to prescribe a routine that suits your particular skin type - you can check out part of the range online by clicking on this page.

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Question: I do not live in Bristol, neither do I intend on using you for this treatment, can I still get more advice from you?

Answer: We are unable to reply to every email we receive and are not staffed to offer an advisory service on facials and skin care. Please seek out your local beauty salon or carry out a specific search on a search engine such as Yahoo. However, if you have a genuine enquiry on our services or would like to book in for this treatment, please do feel free to use our contact methods below. Of course we are always more than happy to offer support to our clients.

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