HydraFacial in Oak Lawn, IL
Clear pores in an hour.
A HydraFacial cleans your skin, clears pores with gentle suction and leaves a layer of serum behind. It takes about an hour, and most people go back to their day.
Not sure what you need? Start with your concern
- About 1 hour
- Most people go back to their day
- Walk-ins welcome
Does a HydraFacial hurt, and is there downtime?
Does it hurt?
Most people say no. It feels cool and wet, with a light pull from the suction. The exfoliating step can tingle for a moment.
Will I peel or look red?
There is usually nothing to peel. Skin can look a little pink for an hour or so. Most people go back to work or plans the same day.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the visit and any add-ons. It is priced at your visit.
What sets the cost of a HydraFacialWhat happens during a HydraFacial
Our menu lists the HydraFacial as cleanse, exfoliate, extract, hydrate and protect with antioxidants. Here is what that feels like.
- 1Skin check
Your provider looks at your skin and asks what you use at home. Makeup comes off.
- 2Cleanse and exfoliate
The tip cleans your skin and lifts off dead skin. A mild solution loosens what sits in your pores.
- 3Extract
Gentle suction pulls oil and buildup out of your pores. It feels like a light pull, with no squeezing.
- 4Hydrate and protect
The tip leaves a serum with antioxidants on your skin. Sunscreen goes on last.
Who is a HydraFacial good for?
Most skin types, including oily, dry and combination skin. Many people with sensitive skin choose it, because there is no squeezing. It suits clogged pores, dry patches and skin that looks dull.
Is it good for aging skin? It adds moisture, so fine, dry lines can look softer for a while. It does not change deeper lines or dark spots. For those, a chemical peel or microneedling does more.
Wait if you have a sunburn, a rash, a cold sore or a painful cystic breakout. Tell your provider if you take isotretinoin or use a prescription retinoid.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Questions about HydraFacial? Ask them at your consult. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
“The entire office is always very warm, welcoming, and professional. Everyone is extremely attentive and always answers all of my questions.”
HydraFacial vs. a classic facial
| HydraFacial | Classic facial | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | A handheld tip cleans, exfoliates, uses suction and applies serum | Cleanse, exfoliation, mask and moisturizer by hand |
| Pores | Suction clears them, with no squeezing | Cleared by hand if you book the facial with extractions |
| Time on our menu | About 1 hour | About 1 hour |
| After | Pink for an hour or so, if at all | Pink for a few hours if extractions are done |
See all our facials in Oak Lawn to compare the rest of the menu.
HydraFacial or chemical peel?
A HydraFacial cleans out pores and adds moisture, with nothing to peel. A chemical peel goes deeper on dark spots, acne marks and uneven tone, with a few days of flaking.
| HydraFacial | Chemical peel | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | A handheld tip cleans, exfoliates, clears pores with suction and hydrates | An acid solution loosens the outer layer of skin, which sheds over a few days |
| Good for | Clogged pores, dryness, dull skin before an event | Dark spots, uneven tone, breakouts, fine lines |
| The days after | Most people go back to their day | Light peels flake for a few days |
| How often | About once a month | Every few weeks for light peels, as a series |
Pick by your skin.
- Oily or breakout-prone: a salicylic peel works inside the pore. A HydraFacial clears pores with less irritation.
- Dry or dehydrated: a HydraFacial adds moisture.
- Sensitive: a HydraFacial or a mild lactic peel.
- Sun spots and dark marks: a chemical peel or a VI Peel.
Doing both. Some people alternate: a peel one month for spots, a HydraFacial the next to keep pores clear. Don't do both on the same day. Leave a week or two between them, and book a peel at least a week before a big event.
See chemical peels in Oak Lawn for peel depths and peeling days.
How to prepare for a HydraFacial
- Stop retinol and exfoliating acids two or three days before.
- Skip waxing or threading on your face for about a week before.
- Come without a sunburn. If your skin is peeling from the sun, move your visit.
- Makeup is fine. It comes off first.
Tell your provider about any new medicine or skin allergies.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Questions about HydraFacial? Ask them at your consult. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
“She really is descriptive on how the process works and makes you feel comfortable throughout the whole process.”
After a HydraFacial
Skin can look a little pink for an hour or so. Skip heavy makeup, workouts and saunas for the rest of the day. Wear sunscreen as usual.
Many people come back about once a month to keep pores clear. Our guide on how often to get a facial, with HydraFacial aftercare covers the days after and when to book again.
Google reviews
4.84.8 stars on GoogleHydraFacial reviews
No review names the HydraFacial yet, so these come from facial clients, copied word for word. We are rated 4.8 on Google.
Read all reviews on Google Reviews by treatmentI’ve been going to Magic Femtouch for a couple years and it’s honestly my favorite med spa.
…she and her staff are incredibly professional, friendly, and genuinely care about their clients.
The staff was professional, kind, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire visit. The clinic is beautiful, clean, and very welcoming.
The staff is incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and professional… they truly go above and beyond to personalize your care.
How much does a HydraFacial cost?
It depends on the visit and any add-ons. It is priced at your visit. See what sets the cost of a HydraFacial for the details.
Visit
Our Oak Lawn med spa, on 95th Street
6830 W 95th St, between Ridgeland and Harlem. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
| Tuesday | 12 – 7 pm |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 10 am – 5 pm |
| Thursday | 12 – 7 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday, Monday | Closed |
Getting here
Rough drive times with light traffic.
- Chicago Ridge, Burbank, BridgeviewSouth on Ridgeland or Harlem to 95th. About 5 minutes.
- Worth, Palos Hills, Palos HeightsNorth on Harlem Avenue. About 5 to 10 minutes.
- Hickory HillsEast on 95th Street. About 5 minutes.
- Evergreen Park, Beverly, Mount GreenwoodWest on 95th Street. About 10 to 15 minutes.
What is a HydraFacial?
A HydraFacial is a facial done with a handheld tip that cleans, exfoliates and uses gentle suction to clear pores, then applies a hydrating serum. At Magic FemTouch MedSpa in Oak Lawn, it is booked as a one-hour visit. Skin can look a little pink after, and most people go back to their day.
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Questions
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How long does a HydraFacial take?
About an hour on our menu. That includes a skin check before and sunscreen at the end.
Is there downtime after a HydraFacial?
Most people go straight back to work or plans. Skin may look pink for an hour or so. Skip heavy makeup, workouts and saunas for the rest of the day.
What are the downsides of a HydraFacial?
The results are short-term, so most people come back every month or so. It does little for deep lines, pitted scars or stubborn dark spots. Some people get a little redness or react to a serum, so tell your provider about allergies.
Is a HydraFacial good for aging skin?
It helps with dryness and dullness, which can make fine lines look softer for a while. It does not change deeper lines. For those, ask about microneedling, a peel or wrinkle relaxers.
Is a HydraFacial or a chemical peel better for acne?
For active breakouts, a salicylic peel often does more, because the acid works inside the pore. A HydraFacial helps by clearing clogged pores with little irritation. Many people with acne-prone skin use both, on different visits.
Can I get a HydraFacial and a chemical peel on the same day?
Not usually. Both exfoliate, and doing them together can irritate the skin. Leave a week or two between them, or follow your provider's advice.
Which is better before an event, a HydraFacial or a peel?
A HydraFacial, for most people. There is usually nothing to peel, so skin looks calm within a day. A peel needs about a week to finish flaking, so book it well ahead.
What is the difference between a HydraFacial and microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion buffs off dead skin with a textured tip and light suction, so it suits rough texture. A HydraFacial uses a liquid solution and suction to clean out pores. Then it leaves a hydrating serum on the skin.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Ask for a HydraFacial time. The front desk calls or texts you back during opening hours.
“So clean and professional they’ll tell you what you need and what you don’t need.”
Book a visit
Request an appointment
The front desk calls or texts you back during opening hours, Tuesday to Saturday.
- Consult first, then the plan
- Walk-ins welcome
- Free parking
“The entire office is always very warm, welcoming, and professional. Everyone is extremely attentive and always answers all of my questions.”