Everything you need to know about deep facial cleansing: how it works, what happens during the session, post-care tips and how often to schedule it. A step-by-step guide from Daley Clinic.
Deep facial cleansing is a professional aesthetic treatment that goes far beyond your daily home skincare routine. Through specialized techniques and clinical-grade products, it removes accumulated impurities from pores, excess sebum, dead cells, and blackheads — restoring luminosity and balance to your skin.
Unlike home cleansing, a professional treatment uses steam, ultrasound, or controlled manual extraction to safely open pores and remove what daily washing simply can't reach. The result is cleaner, oxygenated skin that's better prepared to absorb any subsequent treatment.
Skin produces sebum and accumulates dust, pollution, and dead cells that clog pores over time.
Enlarged pores, blackheads, acne breakouts, dullness, and a lack of skin radiance.
Clean pores, balanced and luminous skin that absorbs cosmetic actives more effectively.
Did you know? Clogged pores don't just cause blemishes — they also prevent your creams and serums from penetrating properly. A deep cleansing session multiplies the effectiveness of your daily home routine.
Deep facial cleansing is one of the most versatile treatments in aesthetics: it benefits virtually all skin types and is the perfect foundation for any other treatment.
Removes deep sebum and accumulated impurities
Immediate glow and freshness effect
Reduces breakouts by keeping pores clear
Clean skin absorbs skincare actives more effectively
Ideal for controlling excess sebum and blackheads
Deep cleansing without aggravating inflammation, under professional care
Protocol and products are fully adapted to your specific needs
A deep facial cleansing session at Daley follows a step-by-step protocol designed to deliver maximum results safely and comfortably. Here's what the process looks like:
Makeup and surface impurities are removed with products selected for your specific skin type, preparing the surface for the steps to follow.
Facial steam is applied to soften sebum plugs and facilitate extraction. This phase makes the process more comfortable and effective.
The layer of dead skin cells is removed through chemical or physical exfoliation, leaving the skin fully ready for deep extraction.
Using manual or ultrasonic technique, blackheads, milia, and comedones are removed with precision and complete control.
Serums, acids, or ampoules are applied based on your skin's needs: hydrating, calming, anti-acne, or brightening formulas.
The session ends with a customized mask and calming toner to close pores and lock in the treatment's results.
Session duration: A complete facial cleansing session at Daley lasts approximately 60 to 90 minutes. Sit back and relax — the environment is comfortable and the entire process is designed to be a pleasant experience.
While facial cleansing doesn't require as strict preparation as other treatments, following these recommendations ensures better results and greater comfort during the session.
If possible, skip the makeup on the day of your appointment or arrive without it. This shortens the makeup removal time and allows our specialist to evaluate your skin in its natural state.
Drink water and maintain your usual facial hydration routine in the days before your appointment. Well-hydrated skin tolerates extractions more comfortably.
Let us know if you use retinol, acids, or topical medications like isotretinoin. Some products may require pausing or adjusting the treatment protocol.
Protect yourself from sun exposure 48 hours before, especially if you have sensitive skin. Tanned or irritated skin can react more intensely during extraction.
Daley Tip: Avoid facial hair removal (waxing or threading) in the 48 hours before your cleansing. Skin needs to be in its natural state to get the best possible results.
The first 24-48 hours after cleansing are critical. Your skin will be temporarily more sensitive and receptive — taking advantage of this window with the right care significantly enhances and extends your results.
Avoid makeup, direct sun exposure, and fragranced products. Apply only a gentle moisturizer and sunscreen. Skin may look slightly pink — this is normal and passes quickly.
Keep skin well moisturized with your usual cream or the one recommended by our specialist. Do not touch or squeeze any blemishes that may appear — they are part of the purification process.
Apply SPF 50+ every time you go outside. Freshly treated skin is more vulnerable to hyperpigmentation from sun exposure. This is the most important step to preserve your results.
Resume your normal skincare routine and consider scheduling regular cleansings at the frequency recommended by your esthetician to maintain long-term results.
Important: It's normal for some blemishes to appear in the days following treatment — this is your skin "pushing out" what was deeply clogged. Don't manipulate them; they'll disappear on their own within a few days.
The ideal frequency depends on your skin type, lifestyle, and goals. Our esthetician will evaluate your case and recommend the most suitable plan, but here's a general guide:
Disappears within a few hours. A normal skin response to stimulation.
In the first 24 hours, skin may be more reactive. This is temporary.
May appear in following days — part of the skin's purification process.
Consult with our specialist first to adapt the protocol to your needs.
Wait until the skin has fully calmed before scheduling a cleansing.
Wait the recommended time between treatments as indicated by your specialist.
Deep facial cleansing is the foundation of every good aesthetic care routine. It's the first step that enhances any other treatment and the most effective way to maintain healthy, balanced, and radiant skin over time.
Free skin type evaluation and personalized needs assessment
We select the ideal techniques and products for your skin
Full session with professional guidance every step of the way
Visible results from the very first session
We analyze your skin before starting any treatment
Professional formulations for every skin type
Professionals with extensive facial care expertise
At Daley we're ready to guide you toward cleaner, more balanced and luminous skin. Book your facial cleansing today!
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