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Preparing AHA, BHA, and HYD solutions for the hydro-cleansing treatment at Coleni Beauty

What is Hydrafacial? Is it suitable for oily, congested skin in Da Nang?

Hydrafacial is the brand name of a skincare system that cleanses the skin using water and suction: cleansing, gentle acid peeling, extracting oil and debris from pores, then applying a hydrating serum to the skin. For oily skin with many blackheads, it can be a suitable regular cleansing treatment. If you have swollen, red inflammatory acne or irritated skin, your skin should be assessed before treatment.

How does Hydrafacial work?

This group of techniques is called hydradermabrasion. According to Franciscan Health, the Hydrafacial process includes:

  1. Cleansing and removing the surface layer of dead skin cells.
  2. A gentle acid peel to soften sebum.
  3. A vortex suction tip extracts debris from the pores while delivering hydration.
  4. Applying moisturizing and antioxidant serums to the skin.

In Vietnam, the term "Hydrafacial" is often used broadly for the entire group of hydro-cleansing treatments (aqua peeling). Hydrafacial is actually a separate brand, and its official website has a provider locator. Wherever you book, you should ask what machine and solutions are being used.

What steps are included in hydro-cleansing at Coleni?

Coleni's service is called Hydrafacial Oxygen Cleaning, a hydro-cleansing treatment using Aqua Peeling AHA, BHA, and HYD solutions. The price is 1.200.000 VND, and the treatment takes approximately 100 mins.

Preparing AHA, BHA, and HYD solutions for the hydro-cleansing treatment at Coleni Beauty

According to Coleni's service protocol, one session includes six steps:

  1. Five-step cleansing: removing makeup, washing the face, and preparing the skin.
  2. Hydro suction with AHA, BHA, and HYD by area to remove excess oil, dead skin cells, and debris.
  3. Extracting blackheads and whiteheads from the necessary areas.
  4. Detoxifying and delivering oxygen to the skin.
  5. Applying a mask and using FOTOAGE light to soothe the skin.
  6. Applying nourishing products and sunscreen.

Step 3 differs from the Hydrafacial description above, which does not involve manual extraction, so the nose and chin may feel slightly sore. You can ask the technician to use a gentler touch.

Is it suitable for oily, congested skin?

The treatment is generally suitable for:

  • Oily or combination skin that is predominantly oily, with a T-zone that becomes shiny quickly.
  • Blackheads and tiny whiteheads on the nose, chin, and forehead.
  • Skin that uses sunscreen or makeup daily and often feels rough or heavy.

Tell the specialist in advance so they can assess your skin carefully if you:

  • Have irritation, redness, burning, peeling, or have recently had a peel or laser treatment.
  • Have many swollen, red inflammatory pimples, pustules, or cystic acne.
  • Are pregnant.
  • Are using retinoids (tretinoin, adapalene, oral isotretinoin) or high-concentration AHA or BHA.
  • Have a skin disease or a condition currently being treated, such as eczema or rosacea.

Spa specialists do not diagnose medical conditions; a skin analysis only helps determine whether to use a gentler approach, change the treatment, or postpone it. If you are being treated by a dermatologist, ask your doctor first. For inflammatory acne, see how to choose a facial for acne-prone skin in Da Nang or the Bio Acnes treatment.

How does Da Nang's climate relate to oily skin?

The Da Nang City Portal reports average humidity of 83.4% and approximately 2,156 hours of sunshine per year. Because of the abundant sunlight, consistent sun protection is necessary, and sunscreen, sweat, and sebum should be washed off thoroughly every evening. There is no evidence showing that humidity itself causes pores to become congested more quickly than in other cities.

Comparing three levels of cleansing at Coleni

TreatmentPrice · durationMain methodSuitable when
Enzyme Cleansing700.000 VND · 90 minsEnzymes soften the stratum corneum and acne plugs; no hydro suctionHidden acne, whiteheads; easily sensitive skin
Hydrafacial Oxygen Cleaning1.200.000 VND · 100 minsHydro suction with AHA, BHA, and HYD, acne extraction, and oxygenOily skin, many blackheads, regular cleansing
Deep Sebum Cleansing1.500.000 VND · 120 minsEnzymes, hydro suction, and an oil-control maskOily skin that has been congested for a long time

If you are unsure which group your skin belongs to, read more about skin detox for congested, dull, tired skin.

What does research say about Hydrafacial and acne?

Storgard et al. (2022) followed 20 adults with mild to moderate acne who received six HydraFacial Clarifying treatments, one every two weeks, with blue LED light added to each session. According to physician assessments, the proportion of people with clear or nearly clear skin increased from 20% to 65%, and the treatment was well tolerated.

This was a small, open-label, before-and-after study conducted in the same group and using the brand's specific machine and protocol. These results cannot be applied to every spa, every type of machine, or a single session. Inflammatory acne still requires a separate treatment plan.

What should you keep in mind after the treatment?

Franciscan Health notes that the skin may sting for a few hours and may occasionally feel tight, become red, or experience temporary irritation, usually resolving within 72 hours, while also becoming more sun-sensitive. You should:

  • Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 40, and reapply when spending a long time outdoors.
  • Postpone swimming in the sea, prolonged sun exposure, and sauna sessions until the skin is no longer flushed or stinging.
  • Stop using retinoids, AHA, BHA, and physical scrubs for a few days; ask the specialist when to resume them.
  • Wash your face with a gentle cleanser, use simple moisturizer, and do not pick at any remaining pimples.
  • If redness, burning, swelling, or pustules persist, inform Coleni and see a dermatologist if necessary.

How often should you have the treatment?

Franciscan Health suggests one session per month for oily, congested skin. The ideal frequency depends on the amount of oil, the number of acne plugs, the season, and your at-home skincare routine, so the specialist will make a recommendation after observing how your skin responds to the first session. Travelers should choose a day when they do not have plans to swim in the sea or take an outdoor tour immediately afterward.

You can see details of Hydrafacial Oxygen Cleaning at Coleni or book a skin analysis. The specialist will assess your skin before treatment and may suggest a gentler option if your skin is irritated.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Does Hydrafacial hurt?

Most people feel a cool sensation and gentle suction. The extraction step may cause slight soreness around the nose and chin, depending on the skin's sensitivity. You can ask the technician to reduce the suction or stop.

Can I go to the beach after a Hydrafacial?

You should postpone swimming in the sea and prolonged sun exposure until the skin is no longer flushed or stinging. Normal indoor activities are fine; when going outside, apply sunscreen.

Will one session get rid of blackheads?

One session can help remove some oil and acne plugs. Blackheads will return if the pores continue to accumulate oil, so you need to cleanse regularly at home and repeat the treatment according to the frequency recommended by the specialist.

Is Coleni's Hydrafacial Oxygen Cleaning performed with an authentic Hydrafacial machine?

Coleni describes this service as hydro-cleansing using Aqua Peeling AHA, BHA, and HYD solutions. If you specifically need an authentic machine, check the provider directory on hydrafacial.com.

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