If you’re planning a relaxing vacation, one thing that’s likely high on your list is a trip to a spa. You’re not alone — Statista found that the spa industry is expected to expand globally from $95 billion in 2021 to over $185 billion by 2030. With so many offerings available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed about which treatments to invest in when you’re away.
We asked skincare experts what their go-to services are when they’re on a well-deserved vacation, and their advice on what to keep in mind when booking a spa service on the road. You may want to skip the facial Skincare is buzzy and booming across all social media networks, with new treatments always on the horizon. A vacation is the best time to prioritize your skincare with a facial, right? Maybe not.
Olivia Pipala , a Hydrafacial and SkinCeuticals master aesthetician, says to err on the side of caution. “The last thing you want to do while traveling is to try something new with your skin [because] you don’t know how your skin [will] react,” she told HuffPost. Additionally, she says location matters.
“If you’re traveling to somewhere tropical where the sun and sand [are] primarily your vacation, be super cautious on exfoliative treatments since your skin can be compromised from sun and saltwater exposure.” If you do book a facial, proceed with caution When booking a service, the spa often pairs you with your esthetician. But Angela Caglia a celebrity esthetician and founder of Angela Caglia Sk.