European facial is a beauty treatment that focuses on the face and neck and typically includes the following steps:
Cleansing: A gentle cleanse to start
Exfoliation: Removes dead skin cells with a scrub or chemical exfoliants
Steam: Opens pores for extraction
Extraction: Manual extraction of impurities
Mask: Application of a treatment mask
Massage: A relaxing massage
Moisturizer and toner: Final application of moisturizer and toner
A European facial can take about an hour or more, depending on the type of cleansing. It can have many benefits, including:
Unclogging pores
Evening skin tone
Improving skin radiance
Boosting skin cell renewal
Hydrating and rejuvenating skin
Relieving face tension
A European facial is different from a regular facial, which is usually quicker and less intensive. It’s also different from a deep pore cleansing facial, which focuses more on extractions and is better for oily or acne-prone skin.