Skin CareSkin Treatments & ProceduresExplore This TopicShare this articleShareShare on FacebookShare on XShare on PinterestCopy LinkSkin Treatments & ProceduresRead up on skin treatments and procedures, including the latest techniques for cosmetic and medical concerns. Find out about the potential risks and how to choose the right approach for healthier, smoother skin.LEARN MORE1What Is Prurigo Nodularis? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention2Azelaic Acid 101: A Detailed Guide3Ceramides 101: A Detailed Guide4What Is CoolSculpting, and Is It Safe for Weight Loss?SEE MOREWhat Is a Hydrafacial? How It Works, Benefits, Risks, and Where to Get OneiStockByJessica MigalaUpdated on October 28, 2023Medically ReviewedbySusan Bard, MDON THIS PAGEHow It WorksBenefitsWhen to AvoidCostSummaryON THIS PAGEHow It WorksBenefitsWhen to AvoidCostSummaryEveryone wants smooth, bright, and youthful-looking skin. Instead of spending a fortune on oils, creams, essences, and serums in a multistep skin-care routine, you may be able to achieve a natural glow with a facial that some say is rising in popularity.Proponents of the trendy treatment, called the Hydrafacial, bill it as a way to pursue and maintain long-term skin health, which makes it more than your typical spa treatment. According to the Hydrafacial website, there are 3.5 million Hydrafacial treatments performed each year around the world.“The Hydrafacial is a multistep facial treatment typically performed with a proprietary machine (Hydrafacial MD) manufactured by Edge Systems,” explains Glen Crawford, MD, chief medical officer for the Schweiger Dermatology Group, who is based in Philadelphia. “In one session, aestheticians can use the Hydrafacial [device] to cleanse, exfoliate, extract, and deliver a variety of rejuvenating serums.”It’s become an in-demand service because it creates an instant “wow factor” in terms of brightening and firming skin, says Sarah Akram, master aesthetician at Sarah Akram Skincare in Alexandria, Virginia. People can get the treatment before a big event or regularly to maintain skin health, she adds.RELATED: The Skin-Care Glossary Every Woman Needs , The HydraFacial may help treat a variety of skin concerns in one session through its 3-in-1 cleansing, exfoliating, and hydrating process. Here’s how it works., Proponents of the trendy treatment, called the Hydrafacial, bill it as a way to pursue and maintain long-term skin health, which makes it more than your typical spa treatment. According to.