Worth the Hype? An Honest Hydrafacial Review

There’s nothing like wedding planning to motivate you to get your sh*t in gear. Now that the clock is ticking, I’ve found myself more conscious and willing to invest more time and money on my appearance (namely – skin) than any other occasion in my life. To be honest, I’ve wanted to try a hydrafacial for some time but have historically been terrible about maintenance (the last facial I received was over a year ago, yikes!). As I’m approaching the age of 30 and have my upcoming nuptials as an excuse to try new skincare treatments, I made the decision to finally get a hydrafacial. I went to Avant Aesthetics in Beverly Hills and loved my experience so much I had to share (and am ready to book my next appointment in a month!). If you’re like me and doing tons of research on the best skincare treatments for natural glowing skin, want to know WTF a hydrafacial is, and if it’s worth the price, keep on reading for my honest review.

What is a hydrafacial?

It’s not your average facial – a hydrafacial is actually a treatment performed by a special device that is actually medical grade. The treatment is patented and consists of three parts – cleansing, exfoliating, and injecting your skin with serums and moisture. Only certified machines and technicians can perform hydrafacials – but don’t worry, you can find this treatment almost anywhere, and it’s for almost anyone!

It’s honestly amazing for all skin types. Whatever your skin type is, you can benefit from a hydrafacial. It is not just for dry skin only. There are benefits to regular facials in general. For example, exfoliating dead skin and clearing out your pores so your skin can absorb product better. Hydrafacials take these benefits to the next level through their special equipment and technology. Their cleansing and exfoliating tool gently cleans your skin. And it eliminates all of the dead skin cells on the surface. Their serum infusing tool is like a surge of moisture to your face. You get all of the benefits of manual extractions, but it’s virtually painless! You can also add on various boosters to address an array of problems – from dark spots to acne.

Now for the cost of a hydrafacial – because it’s a standard treatment that can be done across the country, the pricing and experience is fairly consistent. It will vary a bit by region and practice. You can expect a hydrafacial to cost between $150-$300 depending on where you go. I looked around online and the average price is around $200. The best part of a hydrafacial, in my opinion, is it is an instant gratification treatment. Lasers and peels require a lot of downtime.  But the results from a hydrafacial are instant (and they last!).

My Honest Hydrafacial Review

I wasn’t sure what to expect and if the hydrafacial would be worth the price. My verdict? I absolutely loved it. My skin felt incredible after my facial – plump, soft, and smooth. As someone who has chronically dry and sensitive skin, it felt like a much-needed drink of water. The photo below is of my skin after my hydrafacial.  I didn’t need to wear any makeup at all, and all of my fine lines were gone. Whether you’re looking for routine maintenance or have a red carpet event in a day, a hydrafacial is a great treatment.  Do it on its own or combined with others to give your skin a natural glow that will last for a week. I will definitely be doing this treatment consistently. About once every month or two. I look forward to updating this post with more information and reviews!