Five facials to get you set for summer

Nothing goes better with those skin-bearing shorts and sundresses of summer than a fresh and glowing complexion. Read on for five facials that will help you put your best face forward.

Steep Clean Facial (pictured above)
Bliss Atlanta Downtown

THE DETAILS: This treatment from Bliss Atlanta Downtown is like summer complexion boot camp. The Steep Clean kicks off with micro dermabrasion and pore purging extractions, and is followed up with a mask to address your skin needs and a calming/brightening oxygen wrap. 90 minutes/$295

WHY TRY: “This facial is recommended for all skin types to help folks maintain a fresh and bright glow,” says Joey Detenber, spa director. “Plus, while the mask is on, you enjoy the bonus of a relaxing hand and foot massage.”

Bliss Atlanta Downtown
W Atlanta Downtown
45 Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard,
30308
404.582.5776
blissspa.com

Photo: Brian Samuels Photography

After Sun Facial
Exhale Midtown

THE DETAILS: After a day outdoors, head to Exhale Midtown and soak up some hydration, thanks to this facial. Skin will be moisturized and massaged with products that use hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, aloe vera and other healthful ingredients to refresh and calm inflamed skin. 60 minutes/$200

WHY TRY: “This facial is a carefully created protocol to take care of delicate sun and windburned skin, which makes it perfect for runners and all outdoor enthusiasts,” says Laura Benge, national spa director.

Exhale Midtown Atlanta
1065 Peachtree Street N.E.,
30309
404.720.5000
xhalespa.com/atlanta

Ionoderme Facial
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta

THE DETAILS: Technology is key to this option, offered at The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta, that begins with a Visia Digital Complexion Skin Analysis to determine your treatment plan. Next up comes the Ionoderme device that delivers a chemical peel just below the dermis— versus on it. The result is a noninvasive skin procedure for the treatment of fine lines, wrinkles, rosacea, scarring and hyperpigmentation. 80 minutes/$245

WHY TRY: “Unlike other chemical peels that exfoliate the outer layer of skin, an Ionoderme peel works from the inside out,” says Kathryn Guay, lead esthetician. “Using a patented electro-delivery method, it allows for transdermal infusions via the hair follicles on your face.”

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta
75 14th Street N.E.,
30309
404.253.3848
fourseasons.com/atlanta/spa

Image Illuminating Facial
Elite Beauty Bar

THE DETAILS: Say “see ya” to the dull skin of winter with this facial, served up at Elite Beauty Bar, that uses the Image product line. First, products are used to exfoliate the skin, followed by a massage with a vitamin C-infused oil and serums to moisturize and even out the complexion. 50 minutes/$80

WHY TRY: “I love this facial because there’s no down time,” says Lane Reid, owner. “It exfoliates and helps to even out the skin tone without irritating the skin, making it a fantastic option for those who have somewhere to be.”

Elite Beauty Bar
626 DeKalb Avenue S.E., Suite 1104,
30312
404.909.9695
elitebeautybar.com

STORY: Amelia Pavlik