As a beauty author, facials are a weekly treatment. Be it microneedling, LED therapy, extractions, or deep cleansing, these services make up the inspiration of my self-care routine. As for the newest one I’ve tried? A Lymphatic Facial on the Silver Mirror Facial Bar in Latest York. This treatment helps drain the lymphatic system– a component of the immune system which balances the body’s fluids. Lymph nodes on the face and neck are strategically massaged, releasing toxin buildup.

The bar offers a variety of facials, including their three hottest: The Signature Facial, Pimples-Fighting Facial, and Anti-Aging Facial. Although I even have skin concerns all of those facials could help with, I made a decision on the Lymphatic Facial due to its mix of ancient techniques:  Gua Sha, acupressure, and advanced technology included.

I knew I used to be in a trusted place once I entered their Manhattan West location due to shelves crammed with a few of my favorite skincare products. After checking in, I used to be greeted by essentially the most friendly facialist, who guided me through a serene maze of facial beds and sheer curtains before reaching mine. I laid down on the heated bed and before starting my 30-minute session, we chatted about my skin concerns. 

I shared in-depth how I unintentionally overtreated my skin with Retinol and chemical peels– resulting in severe skin sensitivity and dryness. The facialist was extremely attentive and explained how the chemical exfoliants damaged my skin barrier– causing pimples and dry skin. She gave me detailed advice and personalized the lymphatic facial to my skin’s needs. For instance, she removed facial steaming and exfoliation from my treatment to avoid further exacerbating my skin concerns. As an alternative, she focused the facial on massaging, hydrating, and contouring my skin. 

After cleansing my face, she used the TheraFace Pro for multiple lymphatic advantages: compression massage to spice up circulation, and cold and warm rings to cut back puffiness and inflammation. Moreover, LED light therapy was used to assist fight pimples and hyperpigmentation. Because the facial progressed, she used acupressure and gua sha techniques to get the blood circulating. This visibly contoured and lifted my face right into a grin. Immediately after the facial was complete, I booked my next appointment to grow to be one step closer to healing my skin.