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Skin Clearing Facial (Dermalogica Pro Clear) in Hartbeespoort

Q: Is a Skin Clearing Facial painful, especially during extractions?

No, pore-softening desincrustation fluids are applied prior to extractions to allow blackheads to be removed gently with minimal discomfort.

Q: Will I break out more after a skin clearing facial (purging)?

Mild temporary purging can occur as deep congestion is drawn to the surface by active BHA exfoliants, clearing rapidly thereafter.

Q: Can I get this facial if I am taking oral acne medications like Roaccutane / Accutane?

Aggressive peels and extractions are avoided on Roaccutane, but the treatment can be adapted into a gentle barrier-soothing facial.

Q: Will a skin clearing facial help with acne scars and dark marks?

Yes, its combination of Mandelic and Salicylic acids helps fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark spots) left by old breakouts.

Q: How often should I book a Skin Clearing Facial?

Treatments every 2 to 3 weeks are ideal during active flare-ups, transitioning to monthly maintenance once skin clarifies.

Clear stubborn breakouts, soothe inflamed lesions, and stop future acne before it starts with our specialized Skin Clearing Facial at Galeo Beauty. Located in Hartbeespoort, our certified Dermalogica skin therapists utilize targeted professional BHA resurfacing, hygienic pore extractions, and antibacterial blue light modalities to restore clarity, balance sebum production, and smooth acne-prone skin.

R999.94

60 minutesHartbeespoort

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About the treatment

What is Skin Clearing Facial (Dermalogica Pro Clear)?

A clinical, deep-cleansing facial designed to target breakout-prone skin, dissolve blackhead congestion, and soothe active acne inflammation using professional Salicylic Acid and botanical purifying actives.

Full Facial EpidermisT-Zone & Nasal Pore Congestion AreasJawline & Submental Breakout Boundaries

At a glance

Treatment details

Location

Hartbeespoort

Duration

60 minutes

Coverage

Double deep cleanse, Face Mapping®, professional BHA resurfacing, hygienic pore extractions, antibacterial treatment masque, and oil-free SPF 50.

Benefits

Why choose this service?

Deep Pore-Clearing Salicylic Acid Action

Uses lipid-soluble BHA technology to penetrate deep into hair follicles and dissolve hardened sebum and blackhead plugs.

Hygienic & Pain-Controlled Extractions

Safely clears trapped comedones and impactions without causing skin tearing, tissue scarring, or spreading bacteria.

Soothes Active Inflammatory Breakouts

Infuses anti-inflammatory botanical complexes (like Niacinamide and Tea Tree) to rapidly reduce redness and papule swelling.

Prevents Post-Acne Dark Spot Marks

Incorporates gentle Mandelic acid to fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) left behind by previous blemishes.

Your appointment

What to expect

Purifying Double Cleanse & Face Mapping®

Skin is thoroughly prepped with an antibacterial double cleanse, followed by zone-by-zone skin analysis to map out congestion sites.

Desincrustation & BHA Resurfacing

A pore-softening solution is applied, followed by a professional Salicylic Acid resurfacing module to dissolve cellular debris.

Hygienic Extractions & Clarifying Masque

Targeted extractions clear congested pores, followed by a cooling, clay-based antibacterial treatment masque and non-comedogenic SPF 50.

Plan your visit

Preparation and aftercare

Before your appointment

Discontinue home use of prescription retinoids (Tretinoin), benzoyl peroxide, or strong AHA/BHA exfoliants for 3 days prior to your session.
Avoid squeezing, picking, or popping breakouts yourself before your appointment to minimize skin trauma.

After your appointment

Apply broad-spectrum non-comedogenic SPF 50 daily—freshly exfoliated skin requires UV protection to prevent post-acne dark marks.
Avoid touching your face, heavy makeup, intense workouts, and saunas for 24 hours while cleared pores seal.

Helpful answers

Frequently asked questions

Is a Skin Clearing Facial painful, especially during extractions?

Discomfort is kept to a minimum! Prior to extractions, your therapist uses desincrustation fluids and warm steaming/softening techniques to liquefy hardened oil plugs. This allows blackheads and impactions to slide out gently without harsh squeezing or skin tearing.

Will I break out more after a skin clearing facial (purging)?

Some clients may experience mild, short-term purging (small whiteheads) for 24 to 48 hours post-treatment. This is completely normal—deep BHA resurfacing accelerates skin cell turnover, bringing trapped congestion to the surface so it can clear away permanently.

Can I get this facial if I am taking oral acne medications like Roaccutane / Accutane?

If you are currently taking oral Roaccutane / Isotretinoin, aggressive chemical peels and manual extractions are contraindicated. However, our therapists can adapt the session into a gentle, non-exfoliating hydration and barrier-soothing facial safe for medication-sensitized skin.

Will a skin clearing facial help with acne scars and dark marks?

Yes! While deep pitted (pockmark) scars require microneedling, our Pro Clear facial utilizes Mandelic and Salicylic acids specifically formulated to fade red and brown post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark marks) left by healed blemishes.

How often should I book a Skin Clearing Facial?

For active breakout management and congested skin, we recommend booking a treatment every 2 to 3 weeks until inflammation stabilizes. Once skin is clear, a monthly maintenance session every 4 to 6 weeks will keep pores refined.

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