HydraFacial Treatment in Jacksonville

The Signature HydraFacial is a 30-minute treatment designed to deliver a comprehensive skincare experience. It begins with a deep cleanse to remove impurities, followed by a gentle exfoliation to remove dead skin cells. Next, the treatment includes targeted extractions to clear pores and eliminate congestion, ensuring your skin feels refreshed. Finally, the HydraFacial concludes with intense hydration, infusing the skin with nourishing serums to restore moisture and promote a healthy glow. This treatment is perfect for those who are new to HydraFacials or anyone seeking a quick yet effective skincare solution with minimal downtime.

The Deluxe HydraFacial builds upon the Signature HydraFacial with additional enhancements for a more personalized experience. This 45-minute treatment includes all the steps of the Signature HydraFacial, such as deep cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and intense hydration. In addition, it incorporates a customized booster serum, which targets specific skin concerns such as fine lines, pigmentation, or firmness, delivering a more tailored approach. To further enhance results, the treatment also features LED light therapy, which helps to reduce inflammation, improve skin tone, and stimulate collagen production. The Deluxe HydraFacial is ideal for those seeking a more targeted, advanced treatment without committing to the full scope of a more intensive therapy, making it perfect for individuals looking to address specific skin concerns with minimal downtime.

The Platinum HydraFacial is the most advanced and comprehensive option, offering a 60-minute luxurious treatment designed to address a wide range of skin concerns. It includes all the steps of the Signature and Deluxe HydraFacials, such as deep cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, customized booster serums, and LED light therapy. In addition to these foundational elements, the Platinum HydraFacial also incorporates a lymphatic drainage massage, which helps to promote circulation, reduce puffiness, and encourage the removal of toxins from the skin, enhancing the overall health and radiance of your complexion. This treatment is ideal for those seeking a highly personalized, in-depth facial that not only targets specific skin concerns but also provides an overall rejuvenating experience, leaving you with smoother, clearer, and more youthful-looking skin. Perfect for anyone who desires a comprehensive solution to their skincare needs, the Platinum HydraFacial offers optimal results with no downtime.

HydraFacials are suitable for all skin types and tones, including sensitive skin. Whether you’re dealing with acne, dryness, fine lines, or just want a radiant glow, our HydraFacial in Jacksonville can be tailored to your skincare needs.

The Perk Eye treatment uses HydraFacial’s unique serum infusion technology, ensuring deep absorption without irritation, making it safe for the sensitive skin around the eyes. Additionally, a take-home vial of the same serum is provided, allowing for continued care at home for sustained results. With no downtime and immediate visible improvements, Perk Eye is an ideal solution for anyone seeking a quick, non-invasive way to revitalize tired eyes.

No. Most people describe a Hydrafacial as comfortable with a light vacuum “swirl” and mild tingling during the peel step. We adjust suction and acid strength to your tolerance, especially around the nose and cheekbones. You might see temporary pinkness that settles within a few hours, and you can return to normal activities the same day.

Skin usually looks cleaner and more luminous right away, with optimal glow in 24-48 hours as hydrating serums fully absorb. Results typically last about a week or longer with good skincare and sun protection. For concerns like congestion or dullness, a short series can build on those early improvements.

For maintenance, most patients schedule every 4-6 weeks to keep pores clear and hydration steady. If you’re targeting acne or texture, your provider may recommend a starter series (every 2-4 weeks for 3 visits) and then shift to maintenance. For events, book 3-7 days before so your skin peaks on the big day.

Yes. HydraFacial can loosen and extract blackheads, sweep away dead cells, and infuse clarifying serums that support clearer pores. It’s best for comedonal and mild inflammatory acne, not for treating active cysts or infections. If you’re on acne medications or very sensitive, we’ll tailor acids and suction, and pair the treatment with a simple, non-comedogenic home routine.

HydraFacial combines gentle chemical exfoliation, vacuum-assisted extractions, and targeted serum infusion in one device-driven protocol, so results are consistent and downtime is minimal. Regular facials are mostly manual (steam, extractions, massage) and vary by provider. With HydraFacial, we can customize boosters for brightening, calming, or firming to match your goals at each visit.

Plan to skip makeup for 6–12 hours (ideally until the next morning) to let serums fully absorb and reduce the chance of clogged pores. Avoid vigorous workouts, hot yoga, steam rooms, and saunas for 24 hours since heat and sweat can trigger redness and undermine that post-treatment hydration. Stick to cool water when cleansing, pat dry, and use a simple moisturizer and SPF the first day.

HydraFacials can be tailored for pregnancy and breastfeeding by omitting salicylic acid and strong exfoliants and focusing on gentle cleansing, hydration, and antioxidants. Always confirm with your prenatal provider and tell your clinician you’re pregnant/nursing so they select pregnancy-safe boosters. When in doubt, opt for conservative settings and a short ingredient list.

Mild whiteheads or small plugs surfacing in the first few days can reflect loosened congestion (“purge-like” clearing). But widespread burning, stinging, or rashy bumps signal irritation—often from too-strong acids, overexfoliation at home, or high suction. Ease back to a gentle routine for 48 hours and ask your provider to dial down actives next time.

Avoid treating over an active cold sore and ask your provider about preventative antivirals if you’re prone to outbreaks. For eczema or perioral dermatitis, stick to a barrier-first protocol (soothing, fragrance-free boosters, low suction) and skip flaring zones. If a rash is active or painful, reschedule until the skin has settled.

Yes. Review booster labels for fragrances, essential oils, high-percent acids, or known allergens (including salicylates). Ask for peptide, hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and niacinamide-based options and consider a small patch test if you’re highly reactive. The safest choice is a minimalist, hydrating protocol with conservative settings.

It can be performed safely with low suction, cool water, and calming serums, but aggressive extractions and heat should be avoided. Expect mild, short-lived redness that fades within hours; persistent burning or flushing means the settings were too strong. Tell your provider you have rosacea or telangiectasias so they can plan a redness-friendly approach.

Yes. HydraFacial is non-ablative and stays at the skin’s surface, making it generally safe for deeper tones when done gently. The main PIH risks are irritation from strong acids, friction, or excessive suction, so request conservative parameters and a soothing booster. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is key to maintaining results and minimizing pigment shifts.

Pause prescription retinoids for 3–5 days and OTC retinoids, AHAs/BHAs, benzoyl peroxide, and strong scrubs for 2–3 days beforehand. After treatment, give your skin 24–48 hours before reintroducing acids or benzoyl peroxide, and 48–72 hours for retinoids—longer if you feel any lingering sting or tightness. Keep the first 24 hours simple: gentle cleanser, bland moisturizer, and SPF.

If possible, schedule HydraFacial first to prep the skin and avoid manipulating fresh injectables. If you’ve already had Botox at our Jacksonville Med Spa wait 24–48 hours before a facial; for fillers at our Jacksonville location, allow 1–2 weeks so the product can integrate and swelling resolves. Always avoid suction or pressure directly over recent injection sites.

The waste canister holds used solution plus debris: loosened sebum, dead skin, and particles rinsed from the surface. It’s visually satisfying, but cloudiness varies by person and isn’t a scientific measure of success. Real results are judged by how your skin looks and feels: clarity, smoothness, and hydration, not the jar alone.

For 3–5 days, pause retinoids, strong acids, at-home peels, benzoyl peroxide, and waxing; avoid sunburns and tanning. Come well-hydrated, shave the day before if needed, and bring your product list, allergy history, and any history of cold sores. On the day of, arrive with clean skin (no heavy makeup), and plan simple aftercare and SPF.

A classic protocol includes: (1) cleanse/exfoliate, often with gentle AHAs; (2) light peel step that may include glycolic/lactic and optional salicylic acid; (3) vacuum-assisted extractions; and (4) infusion of hydrating/antioxidant serums. Boosters can target brightening (vitamin C/Arbutin), calming (niacinamide/panthenol), or firming (peptides/growth-factor mimetics)—your provider matches them to your goals.

For immediate radiance, smoother texture, and decongested pores, it’s one of the most reliable, zero-downtime options—most people see a visible glow the same day that lasts about a week or longer with good home care. It won’t replace collagen-remodeling treatments or erase deep pigment on its own, but it’s an excellent maintenance service and pairs well with a consistent routine or series for cumulative gains. Think of it as “deep clean + hydration boost” rather than a corrective medical procedure.

Yes—trim hair very short the day before and focus on hair-free areas (upper cheeks, borders, neck) where the pen can glide without tugging. Providers often adjust needle depth, pattern, and the number of passes to avoid catching in dense follicles. Post-care matters: keep the area clean, avoid heavy oils in the beard for 24–48 hours, and use non-fragranced hydrators.

Coastal Health & Medical Spa's HydraFacial pricing is tiered by customization level: Signature – $199, Deluxe – $325, and Platinum – $375. Pricing reflects the time, targeted boosters, and add-ons included at each tier; optional enhancements (like Perk Eye/Lip, LED, or lymphatic drainage), packages, and memberships are available to further personalize your visit and reduce per-treatment cost. For current specials or help choosing a tier, call our Jacksonville front desk.