The Oxygen Facial

The Oxygen Facial is becoming the hit treatment of the new year. It was mentioned many times in magazines in 2007, and at that time it was mostly used by celebrities - the most notable one being Madonna.

It's unsurprising, really, that her Madgesty would be interested in such a service. It's completely non-invasive and natural! The facial is done using a machine called the Intraceuticals Topical Hyperbaric Oxygen System. It "delivers therapeutic-grade oxygen under hyperbaric pressure to infuse a hydrophilically (water-loving) active serum to the deeper layers of the skin. The serum has a base of hyaluronic acid, an ingredient found naturally in the skin and renowned for its superior benefits as an ingredient carrier." Basically, pressurized oxygen gets blown on to your skin with serum that contains hyaluronic acid as well as nutrients.

Well, now the facial is available in most major cities, and the Bay Dermatology Centre is the only place in Toronto where you can get one yourself.

I had a facial done and it was a great feeling - more than anything else, you will come out of there refreshed and rejuvenated. Your skin will feel great, and there's absolutely no pain, and no breakouts like there are with most facials. You can also opt to include a line filler with your treatment (I didn't) and that will leave you with skin that is instantly plumped.

The treatment is a must for this time of year - your skin is hydrated and looks amazing afterwards. Find a centre that does oxygen facials in your own city, and if you're from Toronto or the surrounding area, give the Bay Dermatology Centre a call. The facial takes an hour but I think you'll find that it's an hour well spent.