What's Covered on This Page
- Here Is What the Collagen Facial Does for Your Skin
- This Treatment Is Tailored to Treat These Specific Skin Concerns
- What Your Step-by-Step Collagen Facial Looks Like at Our Inlet Square Location
- What to Expect After Your Treatment and How to Preserve Your Results
- Coastal Living Means Collagen Facials Are a Year-Round Priority in Murrells Inlet
- What does a collagen facial actually do for your skin?
- Is a collagen facial a good fit for Murrells Inlet's beach climate?
- How long does a collagen facial take, and what happens during the visit?
- Who is a collagen facial best suited for?
- What should I do after my collagen facial to protect the results?
- How is a professional collagen facial different from store-bought collagen creams?
Here Is What the Collagen Facial Does for Your Skin
For most people, they come into the spa believing that the collagen facial is just some fancy moisturizer treatment. But that's not true. At all.
Our skin starts to produce less collagen each year after it passes the age of mid-twenties. It's not that it's just my opinion; dermatologists tell you that each year, on average, we lose about 1% of our collagen from age 25 onwards. If you were to look at someone at the age of 40, their skin has already lost a noticeable amount of its structure. Fine lines, dullness and lack of texture can occur, even if you use all the products in the world.
A collagen facial works by infusing collagen-boosting ingredients into the skin's deeper layers. It works by stimulating your skin's natural repair process, giving your face hydration deep in the layers where you need it, and restoring a level of firmness that is a thing of the past.
What happens during the treatment:
- We start out by cleansing and prepping your skin so nothing blocks anything from getting into your pores
- Collagen-rich serum or a collagen mask is applied where you need it most
- There is a gentle massage to help your skin absorb the nutrients that it needs most
- There is a protective layer left to hold all that goodness in even for hours after your visit is over
The effects aren't just imagined, they can be seen, your skin will feel thicker and softer and you will have a glow that you can't hide. Our customers in Murrells Inlet tell us that daily. You walk in looking like you haven't slept for days, you walk out as if you just slept for ten.
In addition, the facial is very helpful for dry skin, premature wrinkles, texture problems and that droopy look in your jawline. It is very much the sort of facial people do time and again for the difference it makes.
Collagen facials are not the same as applying a collagen cream purchased at a drug store. A professional grade product goes deeper. Techniques matter. Skin loves the results of a collagen facial much better than an amateur applying the serum himself.
A collagen facial is one of the treatments offered at the Jolie Visage health spa.
This Treatment Is Tailored to Treat These Specific Skin Concerns
Most customers who stop by our Murrells Inlet spa do not ask for "collagen facial." They say something like "my complexion looks dull" or "I've suddenly got some lines that weren't there last year." That's the point they're looking for.
Collagen facials are a treatment for specific issues, but not every type of facial is the best solution. these issues, it's hard to beat a collagen facial.
Here is where you will see the results:
- Fine lines around the eyes and mouth visible in photos long before you notice them
- Dull, lack-luster complexion that doesn't bounce back like it once did
- Firmness loss in the jowls and the cheeks (that slight droop that happens to almost all of us post-35)
- Dry or dehydrated skin that never feels satisfied, even when we apply our most luxurious moisturizer
- Rough skin texture from sunburns accumulated on the Inlet's beach over the past several years
Most of our clients that sit in our chair are exhibiting at least two to three of the symptoms above (this is good news, because they can all be improved with a collagen facial). Our skin's natural collagen production naturally decreases at a rate of about 1% per year starting around our mid-twenties., when you're 45 you've lost a decent portion of that collagen, which is what keeps your skin firm and supple.
Our collagen facial does not just sit on top of the surface; instead, it drives the active collagen-infused ingredients deep into the skin, which stimulates your skin's own collagen production back up. This isn't covering up the signs of aging; your skin is signaling your skin to rebuild.
We see a lot of clients from the Garden City area who have tried more extensive skin treatments first (chemical peels, microneedling, even injectables). This is fine, but a collagen facial fills in the gaps that the others leave open. The treatment is much more gentle on the skin, and the visible results (i.e. skin feels firmer and more hydrated) speak for themselves.
Worried you have one of these conditions? Feel free to bring them up to our staff in your consultation. We are always looking at everyone's skin before we start any treatment.
What Your Step-by-Step Collagen Facial Looks Like at Our Inlet Square Location
Just show up. That's it.
With thousands of collagen facials completed at our Murrells Inlet location, our staff has created a collagen facial process that is quick and simple to follow. There is no "guessing" on the client's part. Here is what will happen at every step:
- Skin Assessment. We'll evaluate your skin by looking at it with a large lamp (lighted magnifying glass) and asking a few questions. Do you have specific skin concerns you'd like to address? What type of lifestyle are you leading? This process takes around five minutes (just long enough to get a feel for what we can do for you).
- Deep cleanse and exfoliate. After removing any traces of makeup, sunscreen, or environmental impurities on the skin's surface, we will cleanse the skin with a mild cleanser suited to the client's skin type. Collagen absorbs better when it gets onto fresh, clean skin.
- Gentle exfoliation. To allow the collagen to better penetrate deeper in to the layers of the skin, we will give the client an exfoliation treatment that will rid the skin of any dead skin cells and make the skin "open" for the new treatment. No rough peels here; we use enzymes and/or manual exfoliation to gently smooth out your skin. You should not experience any redness or irritation.
- Apply the collagen infusion. This is where the collagen-infused professional serum/mask is applied to the skin and allowed to work its magic. Your skin will absorb these nutrients as it relaxes during this part of the session. The majority of our clients remark that this phase is and invigorating.
- Massage and absorption. We work deeper into the skin through a customized facial massage, which helps with circulation and leaves people feeling refreshed.
- Hydration lock and SPF. We finish the facial with a hydrating product, plus sunscreen to protect you when you walk back out the door.
This entire facial takes roughly 45-60 minutes. Many first time clients mention that they were surprised by just how calming the facial was.
The coastal environment can be very harsh on the skin, and so we place extra emphasis on hydration and barrier support with every Collagen Facial performed at our office here in Inlet Square. Many of our customers drive up from Garden City Beach or off of Business 17, and they often remark that their skin feels firmer, tighter, and more hydrated before they even pull away in the parking lot.
By the end of the day you'll definitely feel a difference in the mirror.
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What to Expect After Your Treatment and How to Preserve Your Results
Many of our clients will leave our office looking slightly flushed or pinkish in the face, which is a normal side effect.
Your skin will respond positively from this Collagen treatment. You will likely experience minor redness or warmth following the treatment. Expect this feeling to subside within a few hours, much like a mild sunburn that will go away by evening. Our clients who are often coming straight after work stop by our office for the facial before going out to dinner.
They don't notice the minor redness that evening, and the glow is evident on their skin immediately. These early results only get better as the week progresses.
The First 24 Hours Are the Most Important
Here's what we recommend clients do to protect their results after their Collagen Facial treatment:
- Avoid wearing heavy makeup for 12 hours. Give your pores a break after you're treated and let the product work as intended without interference.
- Avoid any sun exposure immediately following treatment. Your skin is going to be a bit more sensitive for the time being, and so if you plan to go to Marshwalk for dinner, we suggest bringing a hat.
- Avoid the use of retinol or any harsh acids for 48 hours post-treatment. Your skin is busy trying to repair itself already, so using a harsh acid will irritate your skin even further.
- Stay hydrated. Many of our clients will say that they don't think they drink enough water every day. Now is the time to change that habit! We suggest drinking more water than you normally would since your skin will naturally pull moisture towards it to help repair the collagen cells.
- Sleep on a clean pillow case. It's a small thing but it makes a real difference.
We observe this pattern frequently: Someone who carefully follows each of these aftercare tips sees results that last longer than those who go home and are lax about how they handle themselves after leaving our office. Your Collagen Facial will be doing its job regardless of what you do after treatment; it's your choices that determine how great your results are.
By day 3 or 4 of your Collagen Facial treatment, you'll feel your skin becoming firmer, and even more noticeably firm as the weeks go by. You'll see the difference in the size of your pores and see fine lines and wrinkles soften and disappear over time. That firm, elastic feel lingers in your skin for several weeks when done right. Want longer-lasting results?
Put sunscreen on every morning without fail. The weather is often nice and breezy in Murrells Inlet, even overcast days, but that does not mean UV rays aren't damaging your skin. Collagen production is undermined most by UV rays. One collagen facial can result in visible skin enhancement.
A series of treatments spaced four to six weeks apart builds on itself, pushing your skin's natural collagen production a little harder each session. That's where the real change happens. Want to start your own series of collagen facials for longer lasting results? Just give us a call to set a plan for your skin.
Coastal Living Means Collagen Facials Are a Year-Round Priority in Murrells Inlet
If you have ever thought to yourself about why the air along the coast is so dry, you aren't alone. Salt is hard on your skin. People who have their homes on the edge of our marshes and oceans suffer from constant dehydration. The salt will pull moisture away from the water-holding cells in your skin.
UV exposure when out on the docks at MarshWalk or the jetties when fishing can degrade your collagen. In short, collagen breaks down faster than it would inland. It happens to everyone who lives around here. You might have heard that a friend came in for a collagen facial because his skin had just become so dehydrated and dull and he couldn't find any reason why.
The answer was usually that the air along the coast was damaging their skin, and they had no clue. The damage to the skin as the result of coastal living happens over time, including:
- Salt and humidity strip your moisture barrier, leaving skin dry underneath the surface.
- UV damage occurs every day and will increase collagen destruction throughout the year.
- The breezes and wind from the inlet will cause small surface-level skin irritations, which will lead to redness and uneven skin texture.
- The sand will trap dirt in pores when you are at the beach.
One more key thing: UV rays are what causes the skin to age, even if that aging is premature. So in Murrells Inlet, where UV rays are year round, the skin aging damage will be greater because of this. We see people who walk along the shore in the middle of winter too, by the way. Collagen facials are going to be able to address the damage caused by the salt, wind, and humidity in the Murrells Inlet air.
The facials put moisture back in the skin and stimulate the cells' natural collagen production at the same time. You can use the collagen facials to restore the collagen lost due to living here. Many of our clients have told us that their skin is more accustomed to the humidity in the summer and less sensitive to the wind in the winter. We have also noticed that they do not have as much dry skin on their faces in February, or oily skin in July.
The skin just seems to stay more balanced. When your skin ages due to living by the coast in Murrells Inlet, a collagen facial is going to replace what was lost in the first place. So the skin looks good, and feels great, and you won't have to go to a salon to get back what the air took away from you. So why not get a regular treatment just like you wouldn't skip your boat tune-up because the weather was nice?
Your skin requires the same level of regular maintenance. Murrells Inlet and its surroundings, including nearby Garden City and the marshes behind the creek, are truly beautiful. But, we would be remiss not to mention that the air can do some damage. A collagen facial is exactly what you need to keep your skin in great shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about collagen facial services in Murrells Inlet
What does a collagen facial actually do for your skin?
A collagen facial pushes collagen-boosting ingredients deep into your skin to help it rebuild from the inside out. It's not a surface moisturizer. Your skin starts losing about 1% of its collagen each year after your mid-twenties. This treatment wakes up your skin's own repair process. You'll notice firmer skin, smaller-looking pores, and a real glow. Most people see the difference the same evening they come in.
Is a collagen facial a good fit for Murrells Inlet's beach climate?
Yes, and honestly it's one of the best treatments for people living near the coast. Salt air and strong UV exposure here in Murrells Inlet break down your skin's collagen faster than average. That leads to dryness, rough texture, and early lines. A collagen facial helps repair that damage and rebuilds your skin's moisture barrier. We pay extra attention to hydration and sun protection during every session because of the coastal conditions here.
How long does a collagen facial take, and what happens during the visit?
The full treatment runs about 45 to 60 minutes from start to finish. We begin with a quick skin assessment, then cleanse and exfoliate before applying the collagen mask or serum. A facial massage helps your skin absorb everything deeper. We finish with a hydrating layer and SPF before you head out. You don't need to do anything to prepare. Just come in with a clean face if you can.
Who is a collagen facial best suited for?
This treatment works best if you're dealing with fine lines, dull skin, dryness, or early sagging around your jawline and cheeks. Most clients are in their mid-thirties to fifties, but younger clients with sun damage or dehydrated skin benefit too. If you've tried heavier treatments like peels or microneedling and want something gentler that still delivers real results, a collagen facial fills that gap well.
What should I do after my collagen facial to protect the results?
Right after your collagen facial, skip heavy makeup and sweaty workouts for the rest of the day. Your skin is still absorbing everything. Use a gentle cleanser that night and follow up with a good moisturizer. Sun protection the next morning is a must, especially here in Murrells Inlet where UV exposure is strong year-round. Most clients book follow-up sessions every four to six weeks to keep the results going.
How is a professional collagen facial different from store-bought collagen creams?
Professional-grade products used during a facial penetrate much deeper than anything you buy at a drugstore. Collagen molecules in most creams are too large to pass through your skin on their own. During a collagen facial, we use products formulated to reach the deeper layers, combined with massage techniques that help your skin absorb them. The results you get in one session would take months of at-home products to come close to matching.