Due to the discontinuation of the agents used in HydraFacial treatments, we are currently not accepting new bookings for HydraFacial. We appreciate your understanding.
Our clinic is registered as a HydraFacial HFX Certified Facility
Certified staff who have completed the official HydraFacial Training instruct our team in official treatment techniques, ensuring safe and effective care for every patient.
“I’d like to know more about what HydraFacial actually involves.”
“What kind of benefits can HydraFacial offer?”
Do any of these questions sound familiar?
HydraFacial is a treatment that cares for the skin and pores while simultaneously infusing skin-care serums. By harnessing the power of water flow, it minimizes stress on the skin.
On this page, we explain the expected effects of HydraFacial, treatment pricing, and key points to be aware of. We have written this to be as easy to understand as possible for anyone considering a HydraFacial treatment, so please read through to the end.
At our clinic, we listen carefully to each patient’s concerns and symptoms and propose a treatment plan suited to the individual. Please use the button below to book a consultation.
Table of Contents
- 1 What Is HydraFacial? A Skin Beautification Treatment That Suctions Sebum and Dead Skin Cells
- 1.1 The 3 Steps of HydraFacial
- 1.2 How HydraFacial Differs from Chemical Peeling
- 2 4 Benefits You Can Expect from HydraFacial
- 2.1 ① Improvement of Open Pores, Strawberry Nose, and Blackheads
- 2.2 ② Improvement of Fine Lines and Sagging
- 2.3 ③ Skin Tone Enhancement
- 2.4 ④ Improvement of Acne, Acne Scars, and Oily Skin
- 3 Is HydraFacial Affordable? Our Treatment Pricing
- 4 Is HydraFacial Ineffective? Post-Treatment Skin Care Is Important
- 5 Is HydraFacial Safe? Potential Drawbacks and Points to Note
- 6 Frequently Asked Questions about HydraFacial
- 6.1 Q. How many sessions does it take to notice the effects of HydraFacial?
- 6.2 Q. Are there people who cannot receive HydraFacial?
- 6.3 Q. Can HydraFacial be performed on the nose only?
- 6.4 Q. Is there a risk of complications with HydraFacial?
- 6.5 Q. What is the difference between HydraFacial and Dermapen Microneedling?
- 7 For HydraFacial, Visit IC Clinic
What Is HydraFacial? A Skin Beautification Treatment That Suctions Sebum and Dead Skin Cells
HydraFacial is a skin beautification treatment that removes sebum and dead skin cells through suction while simultaneously infusing the skin with serums.
It is a treatment approach that may help address a wide range of skin concerns, including oily skin, acne-prone skin, and enlarged pores. Its defining feature is the use of water power to perform peeling while replenishing the skin with beneficial ingredients.
As a result, it can help restore a supple feel to the skin and support the skin’s natural moisture balance.
Below, we explain in detail how HydraFacial works and how it differs from Chemical Peeling.
The 3 Steps of HydraFacial
HydraFacial guides your skin toward a healthier, more radiant appearance through the following three steps.
- Deep Cleansing + Peeling
- Pore Extraction + Hydration
- Serum Infusion + Protection
First, deep cleansing softens old dead skin cells and excess oil, while peeling helps promote skin renewal. Next, pore extraction suctions out sebum and impurities that have accumulated in the pores, while simultaneously allowing moisturizing ingredients to penetrate and help minimize irritation to the skin.
After extraction and hydration, antioxidants and the beautifying ingredient “peptides” are infused into the skin. This step both protects the skin and helps bring out its natural radiance.
How HydraFacial Differs from Chemical Peeling
Both HydraFacial and Chemical Peeling are treatments that remove dead skin cells and sebum. However, each approach has the following differences.
| HydraFacial | Chemical Peeling | |
|---|---|---|
| Features | ・Treatment using a water-jet system ・Helps prevent skin roughness and dryness ・Suitable for a wide range of skin types, including oily, dry, and acne-prone skin |
・Treatment using a peeling agent ・Dissolves and removes the outer layer of old dead skin cells |
| Effects | ・May help improve acne and skin texture ・May help reduce pore blackheads and enhance skin tone |
・May help improve acne and enhance skin tone ・May gradually lighten pigmented spots |
| Discomfort | Minimal | A tingling sensation may be felt |
| Downtime | Minimal | Skin redness or dryness may occur |
| Side Effects / Risks | Skin redness may occur | A high concentration of the agent may cause a burn |
Chemical Peeling involves applying a peeling agent to the skin to remove old dead skin cells, stimulating the skin to help normalize and promote its natural cell turnover.
HydraFacial, on the other hand, uses the power of water flow. The device releases a serum and water solution that softens old dead skin cells and then extracts and removes them.
Compared to Chemical Peeling, HydraFacial replenishes the skin with beneficial ingredients throughout the procedure, making it a lower-irritation approach with less risk of dryness or skin roughness.
Both treatments have their own characteristics, and the most suitable option will differ depending on your skin’s condition. Please consult with our physician to find the approach that is right for you.
4 Benefits You Can Expect from HydraFacial
The four potential benefits of HydraFacial are as follows.
- Improvement of open pores, strawberry nose, and blackheads
- Improvement of fine lines and sagging
- Skin tone enhancement
- Improvement of acne, acne scars, and oily skin
HydraFacial is a treatment that may help address a variety of skin concerns. Below, we explain each of the four potential benefits in detail.
① Improvement of Open Pores, Strawberry Nose, and Blackheads
By receiving HydraFacial, improvement of open pores, strawberry nose, and pore blackheads may be expected.
HydraFacial uses water flow to remove old dead skin cells and sebum, flushing out impurities from deep within the pores. The tip of the device releases a serum and water solution that softens and then suctions away old dead skin cells.
Because it can also help remove blackhead-causing debris from the pores, it may also offer improvement for “strawberry nose” caused by blackheads around the nose.
② Improvement of Fine Lines and Sagging
HydraFacial may also offer improvement of fine lines and sagging.
One contributing factor to fine lines and sagging is skin dryness.
HydraFacial is a treatment that removes pore impurities while replenishing the skin with beneficial ingredients. By helping to protect the skin from dryness, it may support a plumper, firmer-feeling complexion.
Receiving treatments on a regular basis may help gradually reduce the appearance of fine lines and help maintain skin clarity and hydration over time.
③ Skin Tone Enhancement
HydraFacial may also be effective for skin tone enhancement.
A dull complexion is a common cause of uneven skin tone. By receiving HydraFacial, the peeling effect may help address dullness and promote a brighter, smoother-textured complexion.
By using three peeling agents — glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and lactic acid — a higher degree of tone enhancement may be anticipated compared with standard peeling.
Some individuals notice a difference in skin tone after just one session, though repeating treatments on a regular basis may allow the results to be sustained over a longer period.
④ Improvement of Acne, Acne Scars, and Oily Skin
HydraFacial may also be effective for improving acne, acne scars, and oily skin.
It gently flushes out sebum and old dead skin cells that have accumulated in the pores, clearing them from deep within. By addressing clogged pores — one contributing factor to acne — the treatment may help improve acne, acne scars, and oily skin.
Additionally, helping to normalize the skin’s cell turnover cycle is another feature of HydraFacial that may support a complexion less prone to breakouts.
In this way, HydraFacial can be considered a treatment suited to a wide range of skin concerns.
Is HydraFacial Affordable? Our Treatment Pricing
The price of HydraFacial at our clinic varies depending on the area being treated.
Please refer to the pricing tables below according to your concern.
- Pricing for clogged pores
- Pricing for body dark spots
- Pricing for acne
- Pricing for skin beautification and radiance
Is HydraFacial Ineffective? Post-Treatment Skin Care Is Important
Some patients receiving HydraFacial for the first time may feel that the effects are not very noticeable, and may wonder whether the treatment is worthwhile.
However, because it can be difficult to notice a difference after just one session, multiple treatments are generally recommended. In many cases, patients tend to notice results after approximately five sessions at a pace of once per month.
Post-treatment skin care is also important following HydraFacial. Because the skin becomes more susceptible to sun damage after treatment, please be sure to moisturize regularly and take appropriate UV protection measures.
Is HydraFacial Safe? Potential Drawbacks and Points to Note
The following drawbacks and points to note are associated with HydraFacial.
- A tingling sensation may be felt during the treatment
- Skin redness may occur after the treatment
- Excessive sun exposure after treatment may contribute to post-inflammatory pigmentation
- In rare cases, skin concerns such as worsening of melasma may occur
HydraFacial is generally associated with minimal discomfort during the procedure. However, some individuals may experience a tingling sensation. If you feel any discomfort, please inform the physician immediately.
Skin redness may occur after HydraFacial, but this typically subsides within a few days. Excessive sun exposure after treatment may contribute to post-inflammatory pigmentation, so please use a moisturizer and sunscreen and take appropriate UV protection measures.
In rare cases, skin concerns such as worsening of melasma may also occur.
If you notice any pain, redness, or anything else that concerns you after your treatment, please visit the clinic for a check-up.
Frequently Asked Questions about HydraFacial
Many people have questions before receiving HydraFacial. Here, we have compiled five of the most frequently asked questions about the treatment.
Please review these before booking your HydraFacial session.
Q. How many sessions does it take to notice the effects of HydraFacial?
At our clinic, we generally recommend approximately five sessions at a pace of once per month to allow patients to notice the effects of HydraFacial.
However, the number of sessions needed to perceive results varies from person to person, so we will tailor the treatment plan to your skin’s condition and progress.
Q. Are there people who cannot receive HydraFacial?
We may be unable to perform HydraFacial for individuals in the following categories.
- Those who are pregnant or may be pregnant
- Those with aspirin allergy, including aspirin-induced asthma
- Those who currently have a suntan or plan to spend extended time in the sun in the near future
- Those who are not feeling well
- Those with inflammation of the lungs
- Those who have used a product with a peeling effect (such as a peeling agent or soap) within the past three days
- Those who have had a peeling treatment within the past month
Q. Can HydraFacial be performed on the nose only?
At our clinic, it is possible to receive HydraFacial on the nose area only.
Taking into account each patient’s skin condition and concerns, we will work together with you to develop a personalized treatment plan. Please feel free to visit us for a consultation.
Q. Is there a risk of complications with HydraFacial?
The possibility of complications with HydraFacial cannot be ruled out entirely.
For individuals with conditions such as dermatitis, herpes, pustular acne, or melasma, receiving HydraFacial may carry the risk of worsening these conditions.
At our clinic, we conduct a thorough consultation before performing HydraFacial, and the treatment is carried out based on a careful assessment of each patient’s skin condition.
Q. What is the difference between HydraFacial and Dermapen Microneedling?
Both HydraFacial and Dermapen Microneedling are treatments that use agents to address wrinkles and dullness.
| HydraFacial | Dermapen Microneedling | |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Removes old dead skin cells and sebum from pores using the power of water flow | Creates micro-channels in the skin with ultra-fine needles to promote skin renewal |
| Effects | ・May help improve open pores, strawberry nose, and blackheads ・May help improve fine lines and sagging ・May help improve acne and acne scars ・Skin tone enhancement |
・May help improve open pores, strawberry nose, and blackheads ・May help improve fine lines and sagging ・May help improve acne and acne scars ・Lifting effect |
| Recommended for | Those looking to address surface impurities and dullness | Those looking to address uneven skin texture such as crater-like scarring and fine lines |
HydraFacial uses water flow to remove old dead skin cells and sebum from the pores, and then applies a serum to the skin. Dermapen Microneedling, on the other hand, creates micro-channels in the skin with ultra-fine needles to allow agents to penetrate more deeply.
While the potential benefits of both treatments are largely similar, Dermapen Microneedling may be more suited for addressing uneven skin texture such as crater-like scarring and fine lines.
For further details about Dermapen Microneedling, please visit the page below.
Improve Your Skin with Dermapen Microneedling! When Do Results Appear? 3 Key Features and the Treatment Process Explained | IC Clinic
For HydraFacial, Visit IC Clinic
HydraFacial is a treatment that uses the power of water flow to care for the skin and pores while simultaneously infusing the skin with beneficial serums.
The following benefits may be expected from HydraFacial.
- Improvement of open pores, strawberry nose, and blackheads
- Improvement of fine lines and sagging
- Skin tone enhancement
- Improvement of acne, acne scars, and oily skin
Unlike Chemical Peeling, HydraFacial replenishes the skin with beneficial ingredients throughout the procedure, making it a lower-irritation approach with less risk of dryness or skin roughness.
At our clinic, we listen carefully to each patient’s concerns and work together to build a tailored treatment plan. If you are troubled by enlarged pores, fine lines, sagging, or other skin concerns, please feel free to reach out to IC Clinic for a consultation.
We propose treatment options suited to each patient individually and remain committed to delivering meaningful results. Please use the button below to book a consultation — we will take the time to listen carefully to your concerns.
