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Facials are a popular way to refresh the skin, but not all facials deliver the same results. While salon facials are known for relaxation and a short-term glow, medifacials (medical facials) are designed to improve skin health at a deeper level. Understanding the difference helps you choose the right treatment based on your skin’s needs both immediate and long-term.
A salon facial is primarily focused on pampering and temporary brightness. It usually follows a fixed routine and uses cosmetic-grade products that are designed to feel good on the skin.
A typical salon facial may include:
These steps can leave the skin feeling smooth and refreshed for a short time. However, salon facials are often not fully customized, and the same approach is used for most clients. Products may contain fragrance or harsh ingredients that can irritate sensitive or acne-prone skin. Since the treatment works only on the surface, the results usually fade within a few days and do not address deeper concerns like pigmentation, acne, or aging.
A medifacial (medical facial) is a dermatologist-designed treatment that focuses on repairing and improving the skin, not just relaxing it. It uses clinical-grade products and advanced technologies to treat deeper layers and target specific skin concerns.
Medifacials can address issues such as:
To deliver better results, a combination of techniques may be used within one session.
Common steps in a medifacial may include:
Every medifacial is fully customized to your skin type and current condition, making it safe, effective, and suitable even for sensitive or problematic skin.
While salon facials provide temporary freshness, medifacials focus on long-term skin health. They treat the skin at a cellular level rather than just improving the surface. This leads to deeper repair, better absorption of active ingredients, and more lasting improvements.
What makes medifacials more effective:
Because medifacials are performed under professional supervision, they offer visible and progressive results over time, not just a quick glow.
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The answer is a simple Yes. Medifacials are designed to be safe for all skin types, including sensitive, acne-prone, or reactive skin. Before treatment, the skin is carefully assessed to determine the right products and techniques. Unlike salon facials, medifacials avoid harsh scrubs and fragrances, making them gentler and more controlled. They are often the preferred option for individuals who have experienced irritation from traditional facials or over-the-counter treatments.
The ideal frequency depends on your skin goals.
For general maintenance, one session every 4 to 6 weeks is recommended to support the skin’s
natural renewal cycle.
If you are targeting specific issues like acne, pigmentation, or dullness, a more structured plan may be suggested, starting with more frequent sessions and then gradually shifting to maintenance as your skin improves. Consistent medifacials can lead to noticeable and lasting changes in skin clarity, brightness, hydration, and resilience.
A salon facial may help you unwind, but it works only on the surface and offers short-lived benefits. A medifacial goes deeper while treating underlying issues, improving skin function, and promoting long-term skin health with precision, safety, and customization.
At Prime Skin Clinic, our medifacials and advanced facial procedures are designed with dermatological expertise to correct skin concerns and enhance overall skin quality over time.
If you want more than a temporary glow, a medifacial is the smarter and more effective choice for healthy, radiant skin.
Prime Skin Clinic
Chenoli Junction, Kakkad Road,
South Bazar, Kannur, Kerala
India - 670002
