I Found the Cutest Spot To Get Monthly Facials, Just In Time For The New Year
My AM and PM skincare routines are a cherished self-care ritual that I indulge in daily. Especially as I’ve gotten older, what once started as a simple cleanse and moisturize has turned into retinol, sunscreen, ice rolling, red light therapy and self administered Gua sha. In 2024, I’m leaning in even harder and bringing in the help of the professionals at HeyDay Skincare to keep my skin healthy, glowing and in tiptop shape year-round.
What Is HeyDay Skincare?
HeyDay Skincare offers personalized facials and high quality skincare products. Every facial is personalized to the client, so there’s no sifting through different facial options when you book. Your esthetician will do a thorough skin check once you arrive (as well as go over a skincare questionnaire you fill out prior to your appointment) and offer a personalized facial that is tailored to your unique needs and individual skincare goals.
Each facial is 50 minutes long and includes the basics like deep cleansing, exfoliating, extractions and finishing touches like sunscreen and lip balm. Enhancements are available to make your facial even more special, and include Gua sha, light therapy, microcurrent, hydro wand infusion and more. Since everything is personalized to you, your esthetician makes recommendations and is happy to explain the benefits of each, as well as product recommendations to elevate your routine and achieve the glowy post-facial vibe from home.
My HeyDay Experience
I walked into HeyDay’s downtown Bethesda location and instantly felt relaxed and at ease. The large open windows fill the space with natural light and browsing the rows of pretty skincare products on shelves is a lovely way to settle in. HeyDay isn’t a spa, so there’s no changing into a robe or putting on slippers — I showed up wearing jeans and a sweater and felt cozy and relaxed the entire time. My esthetician April made me feel so comfortable as she thoroughly explained every little thing she saw during my skin check, as well as everything she was doing during the facial itself. She was so knowledgeable and I felt like I was in very capable hands.
I came in wanting to even out my skin tone, as well as improve any signs of aging and April noticed a few small breakouts that were in need of some calming, so we focused on that too. I honestly don’t remember the specific play by play of everything April did because 1. She packed a lot into our 50 minute session and 2. I was so relaxed that I’m pretty sure I fell asleep at least once during the facial. Talk about feeling pampered! The good news is I left with a cute card with all of April’s recommendations, and a follow-up email as well with a recap of everything we did.
I’ll Be Back!
I left my appointment with glowy skin, a new mineral sunscreen and a HeyDay membership because of how positive the experience was. HeyDay understands that skincare is a marathon and not a sprint, so I know my skin will continue to improve with every facial I receive, especially if I do them on a consistent basis. A HeyDay membership includes discounted monthly facials, as well as discounted enhancements and skincare products and I can’t wait for my next appointment!
Kristen Garaffo is a home and lifestyle freelance writer based in Rockville, Maryland. Her work has appeared in Forbes, Apartment Therapy, The Everygirl, Hunker, The Daily Meal and The Daily Beast. She loves writing about how to live your best life at home and beyond, and she’s thrilled to be a contributor for Sonder/Sway. For more, follow her on Instagram @kristengaraffo
