Facials and the Wise Woman

Facials are not only fun girl time, but they are also important for women as we gain more time on this earth. After the age of 40, we become wiser, more confident, and, from my perspective, more beautiful. Yes, our skin changes, and, yes, the elasticity begins to take a new form. This is all part of the process of “growing up”.Most health and beauty blogs are intended to shame or guilt women into doing things with their faces and bodies. In this blog, however, we want to get women, over 40, excited about facials and all of the ways that we can best tend to our beautifully changing skin.So, why get facials when you’re over 40?Well, first, it’s great self care time. If the idea of ‘self-care’ is foreign to you, we want to remind you that you, your time, and your skin are all very important! Facials are great ways to remind yourself of your beauty. It is also nice to get away either by yourself or with a girlfriend. We know that most don’t usually put this part first, but we know how hard you work, so it’s only right that we tell you to take care of yourself by getting a facial every 3 to 4 weeks.  This is an optimal time frame both for vanity and sanity!Alright, for those of you who are more technical, getting a facial also has many physical health benefits.The top 4 reason that women after the age of 40 need to be getting routine facials are…Reason #1. A good facial will help to clean and clear pores.It’s not the same as when we were teenagers, of course, we are less worried about pimples, but, having clear pores gives us the opportunity to flush out already used skin, dirt and debris that have been sitting on our faces for who knows how long. Facials give us that feeling of a clean face. Clean pores, somehow, just make us feel fabulous!Reason #2. A good facial for a woman over 40 will create a healthy complexion.Now, the intention here is not to indicate that your skin is unhealthy because of age, but that a facial will help to clear up days, and possibly, years of sun and air on your face. It will leave your skin feeling vibrant. Healthy, vibrant skin is a bonus in the morning. It is a nice way to wake up!Reason # 3. A good facial for those of us who are over 40, includes a massage that serves as a lymphatic drainage.WHAT? It’s ok.Quickly, our lymph nodes work as filters for substances in our bodies that mean us harm. With a good facial, you will receive a massage (or tools that do it for us) that will help to stimulate circulation which helps to move lymph which is basically moving waste, toxins and excess fluid to have you looking fresh and well, again. It also just feels really good.Reason #4. A good facial helps to alleviate stress.There is something about allowing an expert take care of you in this way!  Please, go to an expert for your facials. They will often have wisdom and products to share with you to make your experience all the better.    It can even be a little time out midday as a good “pick me up” before a work event, dinner or your next meeting. This timing will also help you to lower your stress levels and feel like the world is well again.    It’s skin care, self care and soul care.As we “grow up”, we become more and more interesting, lovely and wise. Our skin just requires a little more love and care.  Facials are the perfect way to show yourself that you are worth it!  Thank god for good products and technology we know have at our fingertips.