A facial is a relaxing and enjoyable treatment designed to improve and rejuvenate the skin. A facial treatment helps maintain the health of the skin and correct certain skin conditions, through deep cleansing, massage, the use of masks and other products and various treatment methods. Facial treatments have numerous benefits that include the following.

• deep cleanses
• exfoliates
• increases circulation and detoxifies
• relaxes the senses, nerves and muscles
• stimulates the skin functions and metabolism
• slows down premature aging
• corrects or alleviates conditions such as dryness, oiliness or redness
• softens wrinkles and aging lines
• helps clear up blemishes and acne

Information in the article is based on Milady's Standard Fundamentals for Estheticians, 9th edition, by Joel Gerson.