Which Facial Is Right for Your Skin Type? A Simple Guide

Walk into any salon and you'll see a menu full of facials — glow, gold, fruit, anti-ageing, hydra. The right choice depends less on the fancy name and more on your skin type and what it needs right now. Here's a simple way to decide.

First, know your skin type

• ✿Oily: shine within a couple of hours of washing, visible pores, occasional breakouts.
• ✿Dry: tightness after washing, flaky patches, fine lines show easily.
• ✿Combination: oily T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) with normal or dry cheeks.
• ✿Sensitive: redness, stinging or reactions to new products.

Matching the facial to the skin

• ✿Oily or breakout-prone: deep-cleansing facials with thorough exfoliation and pore work.
• ✿Dry or dull: hydrating and glow facials that layer moisture and massage in nourishment.
• ✿Tanned or uneven tone: pair a D-Tan treatment with a brightening facial.
• ✿Mature skin: anti-ageing facials with firming massage techniques.
• ✿Sensitive: gentle, fragrance-light facials — always tell your beautician about reactions.

How often, and how to keep the glow

A facial once a month matches your skin's natural 28-day renewal cycle. Between visits: cleanse twice daily, moisturise, wear sunscreen every single day, and avoid touching or over-exfoliating your face. Before a big event, schedule the facial about a week ahead — never the same day.

Not sure which facial suits you? Our beauticians assess your skin before recommending anything — no upselling, just what your skin needs. See the full facial menu with live prices on Fresha.