The Plum Post
Skincare Tips & Beauty Insights
Skin Treatment for Mature Skin
How The Heck Do I Choose A Facial?
If you’ve ever stared at a facial menu wondering which one is right for you, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions I hear — even after we’ve already talked through your skin goals together.
Here’s the thing — you don’t have to choose the perfect facial. Every treatment I offer is fully customizable to what your skin needs on the day you come in. Your skin changes, sometimes weekly, and your treatment should respond to that.
When you’re in my chair, I don’t just look at your skin and guess. I do a thorough skin analysis first so that every step of your treatment is intentional. I’m looking at your skin type, your hydration levels, your barrier health, how your skin is responding to your current homecare, and what’s changed since your last visit.
That analysis is what makes the difference between a facial that feels good and a facial that actually moves the needle for your skin.
So when you’re wondering which service to choose — start with a conversation. Book a visit, tell me what you’re experiencing, and let me take it from there. That’s exactly what I’m here for.
Ready to let your skin be seen? Book through the link in bio.
How The Heck Do I Choose A Facial?
If you’ve ever stared at a facial menu wondering which one is right for you, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions I hear — even after we’ve talked through your skin goals together.
Here’s the truth: you don’t have to choose the perfect facial. Every treatment I offer is fully customizable to what your skin needs on the day you come in. Your skin changes — sometimes weekly — and your treatment should too.
When you’re in my chair, I don’t just look at your skin and wing it. I do a thorough skin analysis first, so every step of your treatment is intentional. Here’s what I’m looking at:
Skin Type
Whether your skin is oily, dry, combination, or normal guides everything — product selection, treatment intensity, and how your skin will respond.
Hydration and Moisture Levels
These are two different things, and most people don’t know that. I check both so we’re addressing what’s actually happening, not just what it looks like on the surface.
The right choice is always the one that meets your skin where it is. Book a visit and let me do the rest.
Your Nighttime Skincare Routine: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right
Your skin works overtime while you sleep. It’s during these nighttime hours that your skin cells regenerate, repair damage from the day, and absorb nutrients most effectively. But to maximize this natural renewal process, you need the right nighttime skincare routine.
Unlike your morning routine, which focuses on protection, your nighttime routine is all about repair and rejuvenation. Without sun exposure, pollution, or makeup to worry about, nighttime is the perfect time to use your most potent products and let them work their magic undisturbed.
The first critical step is removing your makeup. This isn’t just about cleanliness - leaving makeup on overnight traps dirt and oil in your pores, preventing your skin from breathing and going through its natural repair cycle. Even if you don’t wear makeup, this step helps remove sunscreen and the buildup from the day.
Cleansing comes next, and it’s your opportunity to truly reset your skin. Throughout the day, your skin accumulates not just makeup, but environmental pollutants, excess oil, and dead skin cells. A thorough nighttime cleanse removes all of this, creating a clean canvas for the products that follow. Without this step, even the most expensive serums and treatments can’t penetrate effectively.
Your skin works overtime while you sleep. It’s during these nighttime hours that your skin cells regenerate, repair damage from the day, and absorb nutrients most effectively. But to maximize this natural renewal process, you need the right nighttime skincare routine.
Unlike your morning routine which focuses on protection, your nighttime routine is all about repair and rejuvenation. Without sun exposure, pollution, or makeup to worry about, nighttime is when you can use your most potent products and let them work their magic undisturbed.
The first critical step is removing your makeup. This isn’t just about cleanliness - leaving makeup on overnight traps dirt and oil in your pores, preventing your skin from breathing and going through its natural repair cycle. Even if you don’t wear makeup, this step helps remove sunscreen and the buildup from the day.
Cleansing comes next and it’s your opportunity to truly reset your skin. Throughout the day, your skin accumulates not just makeup, but environmental pollutants, excess oil, and dead skin cells. A thorough nighttime cleanse removes all of this, creating a clean canvas for the products that follow. Without this step, even the most expensive serums and treatments can’t penetrate effectively.
Treatment products are where your nighttime routine really shines. This is the time to use active ingredients like retinol, glycolic acid, or other exfoliating treatments that make your skin sensitive to sun. These powerful ingredients work to speed up cell turnover, fade dark spots, and smooth fine lines while you sleep. Your skin is more receptive to these treatments at night when it’s in repair mode.
Serums are concentrated formulas designed to target specific concerns, whether that’s hydration, brightening, or anti-aging. Applied to clean skin, they penetrate deeply and deliver active ingredients right where they’re needed. Nighttime serums tend to be richer and more nourishing than their daytime counterparts since you don’t need to worry about them sitting well under makeup.
Finally, moisturizing seals everything in. A good night cream does more than just hydrate - it supports your skin’s natural barrier function and prevents moisture loss that naturally occurs overnight. Night creams are typically richer and more emollient than day creams because they don’t need to work under makeup and can focus purely on nourishment.
The beauty of a consistent nighttime routine is that you’re working with your skin’s natural rhythms rather than against them. Give your skin what it needs at night, and you’ll wake up to a healthier, more radiant complexion. Sweet dreams and beautiful skin await!
Nighttime serums tend to be richer and more nourishing than their daytime counterparts since you don’t need to worry about them sitting well under makeup.
Finally, moisturizing seals everything in. A good night cream does more than just hydrate - it supports your skin’s natural barrier function and prevents moisture loss that naturally occurs overnight. Night creams are typically richer and more emollient than day creams because they don’t need to work under makeup and can focus purely on nourishment.
The beauty of a consistent nighttime routine is that you’re working with your skin’s natural rhythms rather than against them. Give your skin what it needs at night, and you’ll wake up to a healthier, more radiant complexion. Sweet dreams and beautiful skin await!
Celluma Pro Plus
The Celluma Pro Plus harnesses the power of LED light therapy to transform your skin from the cellular level up.
How It Works
Your skin cells respond to light at the mitochondrial level. LED light therapy boosts ATP (cellular energy), enabling your skin to repair itself more efficiently and effectively.
Blue Light Therapy
Reduces mild to moderate acne vulgaris, including papules and pustules. It helps calm breakouts and supports clearer, more balanced skin.
Red + Blue Light Combination
Reduces inflammation while supporting healing and skin barrier repair. This makes it ideal for post-procedure recovery and reactive skin types.
Results You Can Expect
With regular use, clients often notice:
∙ Improved texture and tone
∙ Fewer breakouts
∙ Faster healing
∙ Reduced redness and inflammation
∙ Brighter, more even complexion
∙ Long-term collagen support
Why Celluma Pro Plus?
This isn’t just a treatment—it’s an investment in your skin’s health and longevity.
Ideal For:
∙ Acne or hormonal breakouts
∙ Seeing improvement in fine lines and premature aging
∙ Sensitive, inflamed, or reactive skin
∙ Maintaining results between professional facials
∙ Those who prefer holistic, noninvasive treatments
Beyond Skincare
Pain Management
Treats a variety of muscle and joint conditions anywhere on the body, providing relief for tissue, joint, and muscle discomfort on the face, chest, arms, legs, or body.
Contouring Mode
Can be placed over body parts to help slim and reduce fat cells for body contouring benefits with an idea.