The Ultimate Guide to Anti-Aging Facials in Calgary: What You Need to Know
Aging skin is the most normal, natural part of being human. But that doesn’t mean we’re not interested in improving the long-term health of our skin, right?
The truth is, healthy, supported skin just feels better and ages better. Just like you, many of our clients come in hoping to improve these skin health factors:
- fine lines
- dullness
- texture
- firmness
- dehydration
We’re big on helping you achieve long-term skincare goals aimed at rejuvenating aging skin. (And we’re all getting a little older every day, so we all have aging skin!) This approach will typically serve you better than aggressive treatments aimed at skin correction and lightning-fast results.
What Causes Visible Signs of Aging?
We can point to a variety of causes for our aging skin. Starting in our mid-twenties, our skin cells start to divide more slowly and become less active. Collagen production drops by about 1% each year, which means thinner, less elastic skin.
UV exposure (photoaging) also adds to collagen breakdown and visible signs of aging skin. UV rays damage the elastin fibers and the existing collagen in our skin cells. More sun exposure, as we know, means that our skin will visibly age faster.
Dehydration is also a cause of visibly aging skin. If our skin starts to feel dull, or textured, it could be because we’re not drinking enough water. Getting those 8 glasses a day really does make a difference.
A compromised skin barrier can also be the culprit behind visible signs of aging. This means our outer layer of skin is damaged or weak, and a weak skin barrier can’t protect our skin from external irritants.
And it’s probably not surprising, but stress level and lifestyle choices (smoking, sugar intake, not enough sleep) can also impact the skin. Stress triggers a cortisol spike, which directly breaks down collagen and elastin, leaving us with premature wrinkles and sagging skin. Chronic stress is even worse. Inflammation, disruption of the skin barrier, and dehydration can all be an issue when chronic stress is present.
Preventative vs Corrective Treatments
Luckily, we have amazing anti-aging treatments available to us to support our long-term skin health. And these treatments aren’t just for mature skin. Focusing on preventative aging skincare in our early adult years makes a big difference when it comes to hydration, collagen support, and skin barrier protection.
Corrective treatments tend to focus on texture, firmness, and the visible signs of aging that have already shown up. But when it comes to preventative and corrective treatments, it’s consistency that matters more than pounding the skin with aggressive treatments.
What to Expect from an Anti-Aging Facial in Calgary
A professional anti-aging facial should start with a consultation to ensure the treatment will be aligned with your goals. Your esthetician may have recommendations about what your skin needs day-of, based on the skin analysis she does before diving in with the treatment.
The anti-aging facial may include:
- exfoliation
- hydration
- firming treatments
- sculpting massage
- LED therapy
- advanced treatments (when appropriate)
Treatments are always fully customized based on what you and your beautiful skin need. You’ll know you’ve had a fantastic facial if you leave feeling like your treatment was supportive, restorative, and results-driven.
Your esthetician will curate your anti-aging facial treatment based on the condition of your skin, level of skin sensitivity, and desired downtime. All treatments are fully tailored to your unique skincare goals. Nothing is cookie cutter, or the same for every client. At Everglo, we always focus on long-term skin health, collagen support, and skin resilience (so it can bounce back more quickly when internal or external disruptors pop up).
Anti-Aging Facials at Everglo
Here’s a quick look at our anti-aging facial menu:
New Client Facial
As we always tell first-time clients, the New Client Facial is the best starting point. This facial will include a consultation, skin assessment, and lots of time to discuss your concerns, goals, and the skincare products you’re currently using.
At Everglo, we’ll customize your treatment and create a long-term treatment plan that suits your anti-aging skincare.
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Skin Reset Facial
Our most popular facial: a custom corrective treatment built around what your skin needs that day, whether that’s early signs of aging, dullness or a bit of everything. It includes one featured enhancement based on your skin’s needs day-of. Enhancements may include:
- enzymes
- LED therapy
- no-downtime peel
- firming peptide mask
- gua sha massage
SWiCH™ Revitalizing Facial
This is another amazing facial for advanced-level skin renewal and overall skin rejuvenation, and our go-to for skin in its late thirties and beyond. Essentially, the SWiCH™ dermal solution is a non-invasive alternative to a classic chemical peel. It helps support the skin’s natural renewal processes, giving you brighter, firmer skin.
This facial is ideal for clients wanting skin rejuvenation, without the downtime. No visible peeling or aggressive resurfacing. It includes a care kit to take home and a follow-up mini facial about two weeks later. Learn more about SWiCH.
Microneedling
Microneedling encourages your skin to make its own collagen, improving texture, tone and firmness over time. It’s a great option for fine lines, enlarged pores and acne scars. We recommend starting with a New Client Facial before your first microneedling treatment. Learn more about microneedling.
Boost Your Results
Add Nano Infusion to your facial for fine lines, dehydration and overall skin rejuvenation, or add the Circadia Vitamin A Accelerator for even more corrective results.
See all of our healthy aging treatments.
Anti-Aging Facials in Calgary: Choosing the Right Treatment
Since aging skin isn’t just about wrinkles, it’s important to choose the right treatment based on your priorities. Is radiance (brightness) your main goal? Or is it hydration, texture, or skin resilience? Either way, we’re here to walk you through the process.
And consistency is key. Healthy skin isn’t a house that’s built overnight. It’s built slowly but surely, brick by brick, with consistency and great skincare at home. Overdoing it (with too many treatments or aggressive skincare products) can compromise the skin barrier, counteracting all that hard work you’re doing to maintain skin health as you age.
Ready to Support Your Skin Long-Term?
Treatment plans should evolve over time based on your unique needs, and we’d love to help guide the way. Feel free to reach out to us here at Everglo with all your questions, big or small.
And if you’re not sure which facial to book, we always recommend starting with the New Client Facial. It’s an easy first step, and a chance for us to get to know you and your skincare goals.
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FAQ
1. When should I start anti-aging treatments?
- Preventative treatments can be beneficial earlier than most people think. Supporting hydration, collagen production, and overall skin health early on can help maintain healthier, more resilient skin over time.
2. How often should I get anti-aging facials?
- This totally depends on your skin and goals, but regular treatments every 4–6 weeks are usually recommended for maintaining results and supporting long-term skin health.
3. Do anti-aging facials actually work?
- Yes! Consistent, professional treatments, combined with the right homecare, can help improve hydration, texture, radiance, and the appearance of fine lines over time.
4. What treatment is best for fine lines and dullness?
- The best treatment depends on your skin and goals. It’s different for everyone. Customized facials, SWiCH™, Nano Infusion, microneedling and targeted rejuvenation treatments can all help improve radiance, texture, and those early signs of aging.
5. Are preventative treatments worth it?
- Yes! Prevention and consistency typically create better long-term results than waiting until concerns become more advanced.