MD Dermatics Glow Facial at CACI 6750: Look ma, no pricking!
Friday, September 28, 2012 at 1:22PM I tried an intriguing facial the other week from CACI 6750. Why intriguing? Instead of pricking and scrubbing, the facial involves simply scraping off whiteheads and blackheads with an ultrasonic spatula. I know, too sci-fi! But it works. The machine cleaned up my face nicely without the stressful pricking that usually comes with facials.
CACI, short for computer-aided cosmetology instrument, is a brand from the United Kingdom which specializes in non-invasive anti-aging techniques. It has been in the Philippines for seven years, but oddly enough it's not yet too popular. Former Ms Universe Gloria Diaz loves the signture facial, the CACI Premium Non-Surgical Face Lift, and comes in every so often for a treatment!
I didn't try that face lift because I'm just 24 (although some people like to start young). Instead, I went for the MD Dermatics Glow Facial, which is basically for clearing out nasty pore blockages and acne. It uses microcurrent toning, a technology that was initially used to treat those with Bells Palsy. However, the affected muscles did not react as well as the normal muscles and this is where they saw the aesthetic value of the technology.
Okay, enough about the technical stuff! Here be the photos. The cleanser, toner, mask, and moisturizer were all from Dermatics. They are quite gentle - no sting, no weird smell, and most importantly, I didn't get any pimples! Don't you hate it when skin "purges" after a facial? I didn't experience anything like that, which for me is a good thing. My worst breakouts tend to come after facials, something that my skin deals with by producing more blemishes. That kinda defeats the purpose, eh?
Here's what went down!
The solo room
The aesthetician removed all the makeup before the treatment. Lots of massaging here!
And here's the "spatula"! I like to call it that. It's just a thin metal plate that melts the blackheads and whiteheads, which then makes them easy to scrape off.
The aesthetician will scrape all over your face with the spatula. There will be a slight tingling in the beginning, followed by some warmth. No pain though. I did get teary-eyed when she was squeezing at my nose but it was just mildly uncomfortable and over quickly.
See that whitish stuff? Those are my liquefied acne! Ugh, but kinda cool. After the scraping, the aesthetician will use the other side of the spatula to brighten the skin and diminish pigmentation. Not sure how that works although my skin did look brighter afterwards.
The facial finishes with a cucumber mask and then moisturizer from Dermatics. I love the mask, it felt cold and calming on my face!
The whole treatment took only 40 minutes if I remember correctly. The results were pretty good - my skin felt rejuvenated, moisturized, and it looked glowy as promised! Oh and I didn't break out. Not one single pimple. The machine cleaned my face nicely although I think that pricking still cleans more thoroughly. Still, if you ask me, that's not a bad tradeoff as you don't get to experience any pain or irritation after the treatment.
Recommendations
I would recommend this to anyone who wants to remove their blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples without having them forcibly dug out from the skin. This is also great for those who are acne prone as Dermatics products are made for troubled skin, specifically.
The treatment isn't cheap at P2,000 but this is still more affordable compared to House of Obagi or Belo Medical. :) And, if you use this 25% off coupon, you will just be getting it at P1,500. Not a bad deal!
The people at CACI 6750 were kind enough to offer this coupon to Project Vanity readers. Just flash this on your phone or print it out and you can get the discount at their branch in Makati.
Verdict
I loved the facial because it was straightforward and gentle. I am definitely coming back for maintenance!
Disclosure: This post is not sponsored, although CACI 6750 will be advertising on my website starting in October. As usual, opinions are all mine and observations are as accurate as I can recall.
Reader Comments (19)
I have low pain tolerance, and I always get freaked when going through my facial sessions because of the pricking of pimples, and extraction of blackheads and whiteheads. Great to know that there's an alternative like this that can do the job with lesser pain. Thanks for sharing this Ms.Liz!
Ultrasonic spatula? The wonders of technology, I must say. :) Honestly, those facials that involves pricking and scrubbing is quite uncomfortable and painful. Its good to know that there are other alternatives to try out. Thanks for the head's up, Ms. Liz! :)
Ms. Liz, do you think this procedure is well-suited for those who have hypersensitive skin or with skin writing disease? I wanna give it a try... hehe... Thanks for sharing! ^_^
Thanks for sharing this info Liz! Its nice to hear that there's an innovation like this. I hate derma appointments, especially if I have lots of pimples on my face. Yung feeling na ur screaming inside but u have to sit still.. :((
Very interesting ms. Liz! Facial without all the ouch! But how much is the price per session?
Yeay for this post! I will definitely print the coupon :> I want to try that! <3 Im just now wondering where is their branch :| Is this in Greenbelt 5? And I like the fact that you didn't breakout afterwards!
Hi Mau,
CACI 6750 is located at the ground floor shops at the 6750 Bldg. in Ayala Ave. next to Makati Shang :)
GAAAHH! I WANNA TRY THIS! I'm seriously bummed about my clogged pores. Maybe this will really help me out. I should try this when I visit Manila next month. Thanks for this review Ms. Liz!! :))
This seems like a really good alternative to normal facials! I try to get facials once a month, but all the pricking and pressure makes my face red and blotchy for at least a day :( I want to try this!
I'm so interested in trying this! :) I try to get "normal" facials once a month, but the pressure of the tools and pricking leaves my face inflamed for a day or two. This looks like a pretty good alternative! :)
I try to get "regular facials" once a month, but the pressure and pricking leave my skin so inflamed :( This looks like a good alternative!
I've never heard of CACI before, but this looks super promising! I'm printing out the coupon, thanks! :)
@May, Thanks for the info! :)
Will definitely consider trying this!
@ May, Thanks for the info! :)
Will definitely consider CACI 6750 :D
Hmm, been always going through the "tiis ganda" and teary eye moments over my facials on a monthly basis so this would the most intriguing facial I'll ever try in my life. Thanks for finding this Ms Liz! :)
Wow, awesome alternative without the "aray" :)
I hope they have a treatment for post-acne scars.
I have a lot of them unfortunately :(( I also hope they do sale hehehe
Btw, the treatment that you had - seems interesting.
But does it require maintenance? I mean, you have to do it
monthly to see the results:)
I never tried facial any manner.. I envy you.. Maybe because i'm just starting my life as a professional now.. and i'm still exploring.. Starting my bucket list!
The clinic is so nice and clean..
very modern..
Hooray for the discount!!! Thank you CACI and Project Vanity :D hehe I'll definitely try this out when I get back to the Philippines. I've never had a facial in my whole life so I'm excited to try one that doesn't involve pricking :)