How do I know which facial is right for my skin?
- Mirelle Spa
- Dec 30, 2025
- 3 min read
Choosing the right facial can feel confusing, especially when there are so many options available. The good news is that you do not need to guess. The right facial is chosen by understanding your skin, your lifestyle and your goals. This guide walks you through exactly how to do that, step by step.
1. Start with how your skin feels day to day
Your skin gives you clues every day. Before looking at treatment names, notice how your skin behaves most of the time.
Ask yourself:
Does your skin feel tight or dry after cleansing?
Does it become shiny by midday?
Do you experience regular breakouts or congestion?
Is redness or sensitivity a common issue?
Does your skin look dull, tired or uneven?
Write these observations down. This is far more helpful than trying to label your skin as simply dry or oily.
2. Understand that skin type and skin condition are different
Skin type is what you are generally born with. Skin condition changes due to stress, hormones, medication, lifestyle and the seasons.
For example:
You can have oily skin that is dehydrated
You can have dry skin that is sensitive
You can have normal skin that becomes congested
This is why choosing a facial based only on skin type can lead to the wrong treatment.
3. Think about your main skin goal
A facial should solve a problem or support a goal, not just feel relaxing, although relaxation is a wonderful bonus.
Common goals include:
Hydrating dry or tight skin
Calming redness and sensitivity
Improving texture and smoothness
Supporting ageing skin and firmness
Clearing congestion or breakouts
Restoring glow to tired skin
Knowing your top priority helps your therapist tailor the facial correctly.
4. Consider your lifestyle and routine
Your daily habits affect your skin more than any single treatment.
Tell your therapist if:
You wear makeup daily
You exercise frequently
You work outdoors or under artificial lighting
You experience hormonal changes
You use active skincare products at home
This information helps determine how gentle or corrective your facial should be.
5. Book a professional skin consultation
This is the most important step. A professional consultation allows your therapist to assess your skin properly, ask the right questions and recommend a facial that suits you now, not just in general.
During a consultation, we look at:
Hydration levels
Sensitivity and redness
Congestion and pores
Fine lines and texture
Your current skincare routine
Your facial can then be adapted on the day based on what your skin needs most.
6. Avoid choosing facials by name alone
Facial names can sound appealing, but they do not always explain who the treatment is for.
Instead of choosing based on the name:
Choose based on your skin concern
Choose based on professional advice
Allow your therapist to adjust products and techniques
This ensures you get results rather than a one-size-fits-all treatment.
7. Review and adjust over time
Your skin will change and so should your facials. What works in winter may not be ideal in summer. Regular reviews help keep your skin balanced, healthy and supported long term.
A good facial plan evolves with your skin.
Final thoughts
You do not need to know which facial is right for your skin before booking. That’s our job :) Your role is simply to notice your skin, share your concerns and trust the process.
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If you are unsure where to start, book a facial with a consultation, and we will guide you every step of the way.
Ready to find the right facial for your skin?
Book your appointment using our online booking link and let us create a facial tailored just for you.
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