Healthy, radiant skin often starts with consistent care, and facials can play a crucial role in your routine.
At Freya's Lair Medical Spa in Albuquerque, clients can choose from a range of facials for smoother, brighter, and clearer skin. Whether you're looking to hydrate dry skin, calm irritation, or simply relax, a professional facial can help.
Our team of nurse practitioners and estheticians offers skin treatments that go beyond the surface. We perform each facial using high-quality products and techniques to nourish and rejuvenate the skin.
Benefits of Regular Facials
Regular facials support healthier, clearer skin by deeply cleansing pores, removing dead skin cells, and promoting better hydration.
These treatments can also address specific concerns, such as acne breakouts, fine lines, uneven texture, or dullness, while encouraging healthy circulation and collagen production.
Regular facials can help your skincare products absorb more effectively as well. They clear away buildup and create a clean, refreshed surface that allows active ingredients to penetrate deeper into the skin.
Facial Candidates
Facials are suitable for most people who want healthy, vibrant skin.
Ideal candidates include those experiencing dryness, dullness, uneven texture, clogged pores, or mild signs of aging. People with acne-prone or sensitive skin may also benefit from facials designed for their individual needs.
Our Facials
At Freya's Lair Medical Spa, clients can choose from a variety of facials. Here are some of our most popular options.
Carboxy Facial
A carboxy facial uses carbon dioxide to improve skin tone and texture.
During the treatment, a gel or mask containing CO₂ is applied to the skin, triggering the Bohr effect – a physiological process in which increased carbon dioxide levels dilate blood vessels, releasing more oxygen into the tissue.
This enhanced oxygen flow supports cell regeneration, collagen production, and circulation. The result is brighter, firmer, and healthier-looking skin.
60-Minute Facial
A 60-minute facial focuses on cleansing, exfoliating, and nourishing the skin.
The facial starts with a double cleanse to remove dirt and impurities, followed by exfoliation to remove dead skin cells. Next is a facial massage to boost circulation and relaxation. A mask tailored to the individual's skin type and goals is then applied, and the facial will conclude with a serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen.
Acne Facial
An acne facial involves deep cleansing to remove excess oil, dirt, and impurities that can contribute to acne breakouts. Exfoliation is often included to unclog pores and remove dead skin cells, followed by extractions to clear out any existing blackheads or whiteheads.
During this facial, your provider will apply products containing ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to combat acne-causing bacteria and reduce inflammation. An acne facial can be tailored to any type of acne – active acne, closed or open comedones, hormonal acne, and more.
Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning involves using a sterile surgical scalpel to gently exfoliate the top layer of skin, removing dead skin cells and fine vellus hair, also known as "peach fuzz."
This process helps to reveal smoother, brighter skin. You can add dermaplaning to most other facial treatments to enhance outcomes.
Back Facial
A back facial is similar to a standard facial but focuses on the back of the body. It typically involves cleansing, exfoliation, extractions (if necessary), a mask, and serums or moisturizers.
Back facials are beneficial for issues such as acne, dry skin, or uneven skin tone on the back. They also help to improve the overall health and appearance of the skin on the back, leaving it feeling smooth and refreshed.
Our Facial Membership
Our facial membership is a 6-month commitment and costs $125 per month. With this membership, you receive one of the following each month:
- 4-layer peel
- 60-minute facial
- Acne facial
- Back facial
- Dermaplaning facial
- Lightening peel
- Ormedic gentle peel
- Oxygen lift
- Wrinkle lift
You'll also get 10% off all skincare with a facial membership!
Why Choose Freya's Lair Medical Spa?
Freya's Lair Medical Spa in Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of medical science and European-inspired spa care to support both aesthetic goals and overall wellness. Led by a skilled team of nurse practitioners and estheticians, we deliver personalized treatments in a relaxing and welcoming environment where patients feel at home.
With services ranging from facials and cosmetic injectables to PRP and IV therapy, we focus on natural-looking results. We do this while promoting skin health, balance, and rejuvenation through high-quality products, advanced technology, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
FAQs
Are Facials Suitable for All Skin Types?
Yes, facials can be customized to suit all skin types, including dry, oily, sensitive, acne-prone, and combination skin. During your consultation, your provider will assess your skin's needs and recommend the most appropriate treatment.
How Should I Care for My Skin After a Facial?
After a facial, you should:
- Keep your skin hydrated.
- Avoid using harsh exfoliants.
- Protect your skin with sunscreen.
- Avoid heavy makeup and intense workouts for at least 24 hours.
- Follow aftercare instructions provided by your esthetician to maintain healthy, refreshed skin.
Will Dermaplaning Make My Facial Hair Grow Back Thicker?
No, dermaplaning does not cause facial hair to grow back thicker or darker. The treatment removes fine vellus hair, also known as peach fuzz, and dead skin cells without affecting the hair follicles themselves. Hair will grow back at the same rate and with the same texture as before.
Are Facials Safe During Pregnancy or While Breastfeeding?
Many facials are safe during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. However, it's important to let your provider know if you are expecting or nursing.
You may need to avoid certain ingredients, such as retinoids, salicylic acid, or strong chemical peels, during this time. Gentle facials focusing on hydration, relaxation, and cleansing are typically recommended instead.
Book a Facial Today
Facials at Freya's Lair Medical Spa in Albuquerque offer a relaxing way to care for your skin while addressing specific concerns like dryness, acne, or dullness. Contact us today at 505.503.7381 to schedule personalized treatments performed in a comfortable, welcoming spa environment.