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The 411 on Extractions
Joanna Vargas is today’s it-esthetician for today’s it-celebrities, and anyone who wants gorgeous, glowing skin that endures. Known for her powerhouse refining and reshaping facials offered at her signature NYC + LA salons, Joanna Vargas products reflect her unique combination of technique, technology and all-natural ingredients formulated to beautify.
At the heart of everything Joanna does, is her dedication to health & well-being. She’s committed to celebrating all women, every age and ethnicity, and in every unique form. What’s beautiful to Joanna is when a woman feels good about herself, and feels absolutely amazing, and comfortable in her own skin.
Combining her commitment to plant-based ingredients and her passion for science, Joanna’s nature-meets-technology approach has made her one of the most sought-out estheticians and experts in the beauty industry today. Her non-invasive techniques – paired with her effective skin care products – result in healthy, glowing skin for everyone.
Hands down, the first issue clients mention when they come in for facials are those gunky little dots that populate their faces like stars in the summer sky, making their pores look larger than they really are.
But blackheads aren’t a skin problem per se – they are a natural by-product of your body’s skin maintenance. You have hair follicles on every part of your skin except your palms and soles of your feet, and next to these follicles are sebaceous glands, which secrete sebum into the follicle. The pores on your face are actually hair follicles! It’s no wonder they become clogged with sebum, pollution, and makeup.
Our very first strong recommendation on extractions is: do not do them at home! There’s no substitute for a visit to a trained professional who has studied how to do extractions properly, hygienically, and in such a way that your pores will close after cleansing.
If you must DIY, steam your face with a machine (like we have in the spa) or in a hot, steamy shower for a few minutes. Then exfoliate with a clay based mask, like our Exfoliating Mask. Wait 10 minutes then rinse. This should clear most blackheads, but if you still have them, don’t use a tool! These metal tools can cause scarring and capillary damage, or drive bacteria further into your skin.
Book a Purifying or Oxygen Purifying Facial at Joanna Vargas New York or Los Angeles. Steaming, exfoliating, and applying a mask should make a noticeable difference and hold you over until you can get to your appointment. Or, purchase a value package from our spas for monthly facials to keep your pores flawless, no DIY needed.
Joanna Vargas
oanna Vargas is today’s it-esthetician for today’s it-celebrities, and anyone who wants gorgeous, glowing skin that endures. Known for her powerhouse refining and reshaping facials offered at her signature NYC + LA salons, Joanna Vargas products reflect her unique combination of technique, technology and all-natural ingredients formulated to beautify.
Get in touch
Get In Touch
- solon@joannavargas.com
- (212) 949-2350
Locations
- 7New York City
SIXTY SOHO
501 5th Ave, 3rd FloorNew York, NY 10012
- Los Angeles
Sunset Tower Hotel
8358 Sunset Blvd
West Hollywood, CA
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