How to Do a Facial at Home: Relax and Pamper Your Skin

With busy daily life, it’s often difficult to find time to care for your skin. Even if you follow a skincare routine, factors like lack of sleep, stress, or unhealthy eating habits can still affect your skin’s health. Fortunately, you don’t have to visit a spa to give yourself a professional-grade facial. Doing a facial at home can be just as relaxing, and an added bonus is that you can do it in your comfiest loungewear.

Whether you want to target specific skin concerns (like acne) or simply unwind, a facial is a great way to give your skin the attention it needs. To help you pamper yourself, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do a facial at home. Follow this routine whenever you need a little extra care for your skin.

Step 1: Cleanse Your Skin

Effective Cleanser

The first step to any effective facial is to clean your skin thoroughly. We recommend using a gentle exfoliating cleanser, such as the Super Gentle Cleanser. This creamy, pH-balanced formula contains squalane derived from olives, which cleanses the skin without stripping it of essential moisture. It also includes crushed almonds for a mild physical exfoliation, removing dead skin cells to reveal a smoother complexion.

Instructions:

1. Apply a small amount of cleanser to your face and massage gently.
2. Rinse with warm water and pat your face dry with a clean towel.

Step 2: Apply a Face Mask

Choose a mask based on your skin’s needs.

For Oily Skin:

Try the Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask, which contains Amazonian white clay and soothing aloe. This mask helps absorb excess oil and removes dirt and toxins from the pores, reducing the appearance of enlarged pores. It also minimizes surface oil production, leaving the skin feeling smooth and matte.

Instructions:

1. Apply a thin layer of the mask on damp skin, avoiding the eye area.
2. Let the mask dry for about 10 minutes.
3. Use a warm, damp towel to gently wipe off the mask and rinse thoroughly with water.

For Dull Skin:

If your skin is looking tired and dull, try the Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Mask. Packed with antioxidants from turmeric and crushed cranberry seeds, this mask gently exfoliates and brightens your complexion, making your skin appear more vibrant and refreshed.

Instructions:

1. Apply a thick layer of the mask on damp skin and leave it on for 10 minutes.
2. Add a little warm water and gently massage the mask to help exfoliate and remove dead skin cells.
3. Rinse off thoroughly and pat dry with a clean towel.

For All Skin Types:

If you’re looking for an extra dose of hydration, opt for a mask that nourishes and moisturizes all skin types, like the Calendula & Aloe Soothing Hydration Mask. This gentle formula soothes the skin while deeply hydrating it, leaving your complexion soft and refreshed.

Instructions:

1. Apply a visible layer of the mask on clean, damp skin and leave it on for about 5 minutes.
2. Gently wipe off with a warm towel and pat your skin dry.

Step 3: Use Toner

After washing off the mask, use a toner to remove any residual product and prepare your skin for the next steps in your routine.

We recommend using a gentle, hydrating toner like the Ultra Facial Toner. This alcohol-free formula contains squalane and vitamin E-rich almond oil, which removes any leftover dirt without stripping your skin. The soothing formula helps hydrate and balance your skin’s tone.

Instructions:

1. Apply the toner with a cotton pad and gently sweep over your face.
2. Let your skin dry slightly before moving on to the next step.

Step 4: Apply Serum

The next step in your at-home facial is applying a serum. Serums are concentrated formulas that provide deep hydration and target specific skin concerns.

Our Hydro-Powered Super Serum is perfect for facials as it contains plant adaptogens to replenish and protect the skin’s moisture barrier. It also features 11kDa hyaluronic acid, which deeply penetrates the skin for long-lasting hydration, improving skin texture, fine lines, and radiance.

Instructions:

1. Dispense a small amount of serum into your palm.
2. Gently press it into your skin, focusing on areas that need extra attention.

Step 5: Moisturize

Facial oils containing plant oils and essential oils help nourish and strengthen the skin, giving your complexion a fuller, more radiant appearance. Choose a lightweight, non-comedogenic facial oil for a fresh, airy feel.

Step 6: Hydrate the Eye Area

Don’t forget to treat the delicate eye area during your at-home facial. The skin around your eyes is thinner and more prone to signs of aging, such as fine lines and dark circles.

After the facial oil absorbs, apply an eye cream like Avocado Eye Cream. This bestseller is enriched with shea butter and avocado oil, providing instant and long-lasting hydration. Clinical studies show it can reduce puffiness and brighten the under-eye area, while improving the appearance of fine lines over time.

Instructions:

1. Dab a small amount of eye cream onto your ring finger.
2. Gently tap it around the eye area to help it absorb.

Step 7: Lock in Moisture

Now that you’ve completed all the previous steps—cleansing, toning, applying a mask, serum, facial oil, and eye cream—it’s time to lock in all that hydration with a final layer of moisturizer. This will help keep your skin soft, smooth, and plump.

Instructions:

1. Choose a moisturizer suitable for your skin type.
2. Apply an even layer to your face and gently massage it in, ensuring your skin absorbs it.

By following these simple steps, you can perform a professional-quality facial at home and enjoy the relaxation and rejuvenation that comes with it. Make time for yourself regularly, and your skin will thank you for it with a healthy, glowing complexion.