How Does AquaFirmeXS Compare to HydraFacial?
When seeking the perfect facial treatment, you might find yourself wondering whether to choose AquaFirmeXS or HydraFacial. While both treatments harness the power of water and advanced technology to give your skin a healthy glow, each brings its own unique advantages. At De La Belle Wellness & Spa in Memphis, Tennessee, we’re exploring these innovative treatments to help you make an informed decision that aligns with your skin care goals.
What Is HydraFacial?
HydraFacial is a pretty popular procedure — celebrities and A-listers from Britney Spears to Brittany Snow swear by HydraFacial and credit it for helping them maintain a red-carpet ready glow. This gentle treatment combines cleansing, exfoliation and hydration into one refreshing experience to rejuvenate your appearance with no pain or downtime.
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What Is AquaFirmeXS?
AquaFirmeXS might not be as widely known as HydraFacial but it is no less powerful. This innovative treatment harnesses three distinct technologies alongside plant-based exosomes to transform your skin from within. Like HydraFacial, it stands out for its ability to address multiple concerns at once, from signs of aging to scalp health, making it a truly comprehensive solution for those seeking more than just surface-level results.
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The Technology Behind Each Treatment
AquaFirmeXS combines three advanced technologies — a gentle vibrating massage, micro-cupping and ultrasound energy — with plant-based exosomes to deliver comprehensive skin rejuvenation. The treatment uses specialized wands that work together to cleanse, exfoliate and nourish your skin while delivering nutrients deep beneath the surface.
HydraFacial, on the other hand, utilizes patented Vortex Fusion® technology for a three-step process that cleanses, exfoliates and hydrates. It uses a gentle peel to reveal a fresh layer of healthy skin, followed by a painless suction that removes any remaining debris. The skin is then saturated with hydrating boosters and serums that address your unique concerns.
Customization Options
Each treatment offers distinct ways to enhance and personalize your experience. The versatility of both treatments means you can address multiple concerns. Whether you’re focused on rejuvenating a dull complexion, combating hair loss or unclogging your pores, our experienced aestheticians will develop a customized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
AquaFirmeXS provides four specialized serums:
- Clarify serum removes impurities for a clearer complexion
- Vivify brightens and evens skin tone
- Defy targets premature aging
- Detox reduces inflammation and restores balance
When combined with DE|RIVE, AquaFirmeXS can also address thinning hair by reducing scalp inflammation and re-energizing hair follicles without needles or hormones.
HydraFacial offers a number of boosters and skin serums, including options like:
- Dermabuilder for fine lines and wrinkles
- Britenol for brightening and evening skin tone
- Regen GF for collagen stimulation
- JLO BEAUTY® for an unstoppable glow
For those experiencing hair loss, HydraFacial offers the Keravive treatment, a specialized protocol designed to cleanse, stimulate and nourish your scalp for fuller, healthier-looking hair.
Treatment Duration & Experience
While both treatments are gentle and relaxing, they differ slightly in their approach.
AquaFirmeXS typically takes 30 to 60 minutes to complete, as it combines ultrasound technology with specialized micro-cupping and massage techniques. The experience feels like a soothing facial with gentle suction and warming sensations from the ultrasound wand.
HydraFacial sessions usually last about 30 minutes from start to finish, making them perfect for a lunchtime glow up. You’ll feel a painless suction as your pores are purged of impurities, followed by the cooling sensation of nourishing serums being applied to your skin.
Neither treatment causes pain or discomfort, and both require no downtime. You may experience some slight redness after your AquaFirmeXS or HydraFacial session, but this is normal and should subside within the next 24-72 hours. Makeup can be applied immediately, so you can easily go back to work and resume your daily routine without interruption!
Choosing Based on Your Skin Concerns
If you’re dealing with premature aging, dehydration or uneven skin tone, either treatment can help. However, certain conditions might make one more suitable than the other.
Consider AquaFirmeXS if you:
- Want results that continue to improve over time
- Prefer treatments incorporating ultrasound technology
- Seek deeper penetration of plant-based exosomes
Choose HydraFacial if you:
- Need intensive pore cleansing and extraction
- Want immediate results before a special event
- Prefer treatments incorporating a gentle peel for exfoliation
While AquaFirmeXS and HydraFacial are most often performed on the face, here’s a little secret: both can also be used on the eyes, lips, hands, neck, chest and even the underarms — pretty much anywhere you have rough, dull or acne-prone skin! If you’re prepping for a special event or just want to give some love to often-neglected areas, our skilled aestheticians can develop a treatment plan to help you achieve gorgeous, glowing skin from head to toe.
Results & Maintenance
Both treatments provide immediate results with no downtime, but their approaches to maintenance differ slightly. AquaFirmeXS results continue to improve over time, especially when you undergo the recommended series of three to six treatments spaced a few weeks apart. HydraFacial provides instant gratification with results lasting five to seven days. Monthly treatments help maintain that healthy, dewy complexion you’ll see after your first session.
Making Your Decision
When choosing between AquaFirmeXS and HydraFacial, consider your unique needs and concerns, as well as your available time and desired outcome. Both treatments offer excellent results and can be incorporated into your regular skin care routine.
For those seeking comprehensive rejuvenation with the added benefits of ultrasound technology and plant-based exosomes, AquaFirmeXS might be your ideal choice. If you’re looking for a quick, effective treatment that provides immediate satisfaction through deep cleansing and hydration, HydraFacial could be perfect for you.
Both AquaFirmeXS and HydraFacial can be combined with other treatments to elevate your results. At De La Belle, we love pairing these facials with LED light therapy to soothe inflammation, boost collagen production and give your skin that extra wow factor. Dermaplaning is another fan favorite — imagine combining the benefits of either facial with the smoothest, most velvety skin you’ve ever felt! Our aestheticians are experts at creating the perfect treatment combinations to help you achieve your #skingoals.
The Perfect Treatment Is Just a Click or Call Away
Choosing between AquaFirmeXS and HydraFacial can feel like trying to pick between Champagne or prosecco — both will give you something to celebrate! At De La Belle Wellness & Spa in Memphis, TN, our experienced team can help you determine which option is right for you. We might even recommend alternating treatments to maximize your results! If you want to give your skin the pampering it deserves and unlock a healthy glow, book your appointment today. Get started by calling us at 901-433-9024 or completing our online contact form.
