Expert Skin Care Tips Straight from Park Slope’s Best Facialists

At Venelle Salon and Spa in Park Slope, Brooklyn, we’ve seen it all — from stressed-out skin to dehydrated complexions, from breakouts to premature aging. But if there’s one skin care mistake that nearly every client makes, regardless of skin type or age, it’s this:

They skip exfoliation.

🧽 Not the harsh scrubs from the drugstore.
We’re talking about professional, gentle, targeted exfoliation that renews the skin, unclogs pores, and helps every other product actually work.

Let’s break it down with insight from our expert estheticians — and show you how to easily (and safely) work this missing step into your routine.

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💡 First, What Is Exfoliation?

Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of your face. Our skin naturally sheds cells, but that process slows down as we age, causing dullness, breakouts, clogged pores, and uneven tone.

There are two types:

• Physical exfoliation: Scrubs or tools that manually slough off dead skin

• Chemical exfoliation: Ingredients like AHAs, BHAs, or enzymes that gently dissolve the bonds holding dead cells in place

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👩‍⚕️ Estheticians Agree: Exfoliation Is the Game-Changer

We asked our licensed facialists here at Venelle Spa what most clients are missing — and what they wish more people knew about healthy skin. Here’s what they said:

“People invest in great serums and moisturizers, but if you’re not exfoliating, your products can’t even penetrate. It’s like trying to water a plant with a tarp over it.”
– Elena, Lead Esthetician

“Most clients come in with congestion — clogged pores, uneven texture, or dry flakes. Nine times out of ten, exfoliation makes a huge difference within one facial.”
– Sophia, Licensed Esthetician

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🌿 What We Use: Eminence Organic Skin Care

At Venelle, we use Eminence Organic Skin Care, a toxin-free, natural line known for its gentle yet powerful exfoliants. These are clean, cruelty-free, and made with botanical enzymes, fruit acids, and skin-nourishing ingredients.

Some client favorites:

🍍 Pineapple Enzyme Peel

– Perfect for sensitive or dry skin
– Gently dissolves dead skin, revealing a radiant glow

🫐 Blueberry Detox Firming Peel

– Stimulates circulation and tightens pores
– Great for aging or acne-prone skin

🌱 Yam & Pumpkin Enzyme Peel

– Brightens, resurfaces, and smells amazing
– Ideal for dull or sun-damaged skin

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🧖‍♀️ In-Facial vs. At-Home Exfoliation

We recommend professional exfoliation (like our Eminence peels) every 4–6 weeks for most skin types, especially if you’re dealing with:

• Clogged pores or blackheads

• Uneven skin tone

• Acne or breakouts

• Flaky, dry skin

• Fine lines and rough texture

At home, gentle exfoliation 1–3 times per week is typically enough — but we’ll help you customize that during your consultation.

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💬 Real Client Results

“After my first peel at Venelle, my skin was so smooth and glowing — I couldn’t believe the difference in just one session!”
— Jenny M., Park Slope

“I didn’t realize how dull my skin was until I started monthly exfoliation treatments here. My makeup goes on smoother, and my breakouts are gone.”
— Alina V.

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🧴 Pro Tip: Exfoliation Preps Skin for Everything Else

After exfoliation, your skin is like a sponge — ready to soak up hydrating serums, antioxidants, and treatment masks. That’s why our facials at Venelle always include this step, customized to your skin’s condition on the day you visit.

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💚 Ready for Your Glow-Up?

Book a facial at Venelle and let our expert estheticians customize an exfoliation plan just for you — whether you're fighting fine lines, battling breakouts, or just want your glow back.

📍 Venelle Salon & Spa
Park Slope, Brooklyn
📞 718.989.9800
🌐 Book Online: www.venellespa.com

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💥 Summer Special

🧖‍♀️ Free skin analysis + exfoliating peel upgrade with any 60-minute facial!
✨ Mention this blog post when booking.

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