Step-by-step treatment process explained
Each session begins with a brief skin consultation that identifies congestion, blackheads and any cystic lesions to be managed. The 60-minute service uses deep pore cleansing and enzymatic exfoliation to loosen debris, followed by focused manual extractions and a detox application. An LED treatment then helps target acne bacteria and reduce inflammation before the finishing mask and recovery steps.
Extractions are performed with care to clear pores while minimizing trauma; providers prioritize soothing techniques to avoid unnecessary irritation. The finishing ritual includes a hot stone neck and shoulder massage, a lip scrub and balm, eye cream, moisturizer and SPF to calm and protect skin immediately after treatment.
Aftercare and visible results timeline
Many clients notice clearer, smoother skin and a visible glow right after the facial because surface congestion has been removed. Focused extractions may cause brief redness or mild swelling that typically subsides within a few days. We provide practical aftercare steps to calm skin and recommend sunscreen to protect healing tissue from sun and environmental stressors.
How often you return depends on your skin type and acne severity; during your appointment we’ll propose a follow-up schedule tailored to your needs. Note our busiest months — January, August and September — align with common times people seek deep clearing after holidays or summer skin changes. Personalized home-care advice and product recommendations are included.
Location, scheduling and local fit
Glow Skin Care is located in Downtown Santa Rosa near the Railroad Square historic district, an easy stop for commuters traveling on US-101 or using the SMART rail. We offer early-morning, lunchtime and evening appointment blocks to fit busy workdays, parenting schedules and weekend wine-country visits.
Santa Rosa’s Mediterranean climate and occasional late-summer smoke can influence acne and sensitivity, so we adapt product choices accordingly. The treatment is 60 minutes and costs $189, and we encourage you to bring a list of current skincare products so your provider can offer tailored recommendations for home care.
