DermaQuest facial in Lancaster
DermaQuest Active Facials are the clinic's targeted, concern-led facials. This page explains who they may suit and how they differ from a Hydrofacial and from DermaQuest peels.
Quick answer
DermaQuest Active Facials are professional facial treatments that use targeted DermaQuest skincare formulations, selected for your skin concern. At Naomi Waite Aesthetics in Lancaster they are used for concerns such as ageing, pigmentation, congestion, sensitivity, dehydration and dullness. They are different from a Hydrofacial and are not automatically a chemical peel.
What are DermaQuest Active Facials?
DermaQuest Active Facials, also known at the clinic as DermaQuest Advanced Active Facials, are professional facial treatments built around DermaQuest skincare protocols. Each facial uses targeted professional topical formulations, chosen for the concern you want to address.
They sit in their own category. An Active Facial is not the same as a Hydrofacial, which focuses on cleansing, extraction and hydration, and it is not automatically a chemical peel, which is a corrective resurfacing treatment.
Because each protocol is chosen for a particular concern, your practitioner will tell you which Active Facial they recommend and explain why it suits your skin.
Who DermaQuest Active Facials are for
An Active Facial may suit you if you want a facial that targets a specific concern rather than a general cleanse. Your practitioner selects the protocol according to your skin and what you would like to improve.
For melasma and other complex pigment, an Active Facial may form part of a longer-term plan, but we do not promise to clear it. Active Facials may be considered for:
- Visible signs of ageing
- Pigmentation, including as part of a plan for melasma
- Acne-prone or congested skin and blackheads
- Sensitive skin
- Dehydrated skin
- Dull skin
What to expect
Your first visit starts with a consultation, where your practitioner looks at your skin, asks about your routine, medical history and any recent treatments, and recommends the Active Facial protocol that suits your concern. Skin analysis may be used to help with this.
During the facial, your skin is prepared and the selected professional formulations are applied according to the protocol. What you feel depends on the protocol chosen, and your practitioner will explain this beforehand.
Before your appointment, let the clinic know about any recent peels, laser or other skin treatments, and any prescription skincare you use.
Before you leave, your practitioner will talk you through your aftercare and any skincare advice for the days that follow.
Aftercare
How your skin looks and feels afterwards depends on the protocol used and on your skin, so we do not quote a fixed recovery time.
Your aftercare will be based on these principles:
- Follow the aftercare and skincare advice you are given
- Protect your skin from the sun
- Check with your practitioner before using strong active products or booking other treatments
- Contact the clinic if anything concerns you
DermaQuest facial prices in Lancaster
The cost depends on the Active Facial protocol recommended for you. Current prices are listed on our prices page, and your practitioner will confirm the cost for you at consultation.
DermaQuest Active Facials: frequently asked questions
The questions people ask most before booking a DermaQuest Active Facial. Anything else can be covered at your consultation.
Related treatments and guides
These pages cover the concerns Active Facials are used for and the clinic's other facial and skin categories.
- Hydrofacial
- DermaQuest peels
- LED light therapy
- Skin analysis
- Melasma
- Acne
How DermaQuest Active Facials differ from a Hydrofacial and DermaQuest peels
| Feature | DermaQuest Active Facials | Hydrofacial | DermaQuest peels |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Targeted professional active facial | Hydro-dermabrasion (aqua-peel) facial | Professional chemical exfoliation and resurfacing |
| How it works | Professional topical formulations selected for your concern | Fluid-based cleansing, exfoliation, extraction and hydration steps | Controlled topical acids or resurfacing formulations that speed up exfoliation and renewal |
| Main focus | Ageing, pigmentation, congestion, sensitivity, dehydration, dullness and overall skin health | Congestion, blackheads, dehydration, dullness, pores and maintenance | Pigmentation, sun damage, congestion, post-acne marks, texture, fine lines, pores and dullness |
| Category | Targeted advanced facial, not automatically a peel | Cleansing, hydration and maintenance facial | Corrective resurfacing treatment |
Frequently asked questions
DermaQuest Active Facials are professional facial treatments that use targeted DermaQuest skincare formulations and protocols, selected for your skin concern. At Naomi Waite Aesthetics in Lancaster they are used for concerns such as ageing, pigmentation, congestion, sensitivity, dehydration and dullness. They are not the same as a Hydrofacial and are not automatically a chemical peel.
How an Active Facial feels depends on the protocol chosen and how sensitive your skin is. Your practitioner will explain what you may feel with your protocol before starting and will check on your comfort throughout. Let them know straight away if anything feels uncomfortable.
It depends on your skin, your concern and your goals. Some concerns are approached with a single facial and others with a series as part of a wider plan, and your practitioner will recommend what suits you at consultation. We do not promise a set result from any number of sessions.
How your skin looks afterwards depends on the protocol used and on your skin, so we do not quote a fixed downtime. Your practitioner will explain what to expect for you. You will be given aftercare to follow, including protecting your skin from the sun.
Suitability depends on your skin, your medical history, your current skincare and any recent treatments, and your practitioner will go through these at consultation. Tell the clinic about any medication or prescription skincare you use, as this may affect which protocol is chosen. If an Active Facial is not right for you, your practitioner will suggest an alternative.
The price depends on the protocol recommended for your skin. Current prices are listed on our prices page, and your practitioner will confirm the cost at your consultation in Lancaster once your skin has been assessed.
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