If you read this post, then you know my skin has been under a serious attack since the pandemic. I finally found some relief after I started using Joire’s Skin Turmeric Face Mask. That mask is a God send and cleared up a good majority of my breakouts. However, I’m still constantly getting breakouts on my cheeks and under my jawline. It’s getting so bad y’all, it’s starting to take a toll on my confidence. For the majority of my adulthood, I’ve always had clear skin with an occasional bump here or there. I was over my skin not having that even chocolatey glow, so I booked a professional, Viviane Aires.
The above pics were taken on September 1, 2022, the day before my facial.
I’ve been following Viviane on Instagram for a couple of years because she was the Best of Philly Esthetician in 2019 & 2022. Viviane specializes in acne, hyperpigmentation, and aging, all of my concerns…HELLO! lol, She has a jovial energy that you can feel through the phone. I’m very big on energy and wanted an esthetician who would see and understand my concerns as a woman of color. Viviane understood the assignment and more.
Since this was my first visit, we started with a consultation. I told Viviane the products that I currently use and the order in which I use them. She then explained which products were good, what I should continue to use, and which weren’t doing anything for me. (Whispers) black soap lol it had me in a chokehold for years. Another concern I had was knowing what to use for my skin and when to use it. It was during this consultation I learned a great deal. Viviane broke down how various types of products work and break down in the skin.
After the consultation, my facial began. Since this was my first facial, I booked Viviane’s Signature Facial – “The whole shebang.” Cuz, girl, I needed thee ENTIRE shebang! The Signature Facial is a hyper-customized 90-minute facial specific to your needs to ensure clearer, firmer, vibrant-looking skin. It also included Viviane’s signature sculpting massage combined with high-tech modalities including micro-current, and LED therapy that will treat, lift, sculpt, and define the face. We started with deep breathing and aromatherapy. It was so relaxing and smelled so good. Viviane then followed with cleanser, micro-current and LED therapy meanwhile she is also massaging your face, neck and shoulders. Between that and the breath work, you’ll be in a light slumber by the end of the session.
The above pics were taken on September 22, 2022, twenty-one days post my facial.
The Top 3 things I learned from my facial with Viviane Aires:
- Getting a routine facial is only half the battle, you must keep up with your routine at home to see lasting results. You must be consistent with your skincare regimen.
- Exercise detoxifies the body. You can think of it as cleansing your skin from the inside.
- Exfoliation is a must to even skin tone and increases the absorption of skincare products.
Have you ever had a facial? If so, how was your experience? Let me know if you want to see an updated skincare routine and the products I’m currently using.
