Expert Skincare
Professional Facials in Raleigh
Great skin starts with great care, and that means going beyond what you can do at home. At Oak City MedAesthetics, our facials are designed around your specific skin concerns. Stubborn breakouts, early signs of aging, uneven texture, a glow that needs refreshing? Every treatment is fully customized to deliver visible results from the very first session.
Your facial is performed by Amy, our licensed aesthetician with 18 years of hands-on experience. Amy reads your skin on the spot and adjusts every step of your treatment, from cleansing and exfoliation to extractions, masking, and targeted serums. She uses only medical-grade products that penetrate deeper and perform better than anything over the counter. Your drugstore routine can't touch this.
Amy doesn't follow a one-size-fits-all script. She pairs her experience with tools like the Skinwave HydraFacial device to build a treatment plan around your goals. Located on Falls of Neuse Road in North Raleigh, we see clients from Wake Forest, Cary, and across the Triangle. You'll leave our studio with clearer, healthier skin and a plan to keep it that way.
Our Facial Treatments
Signature Facials
Our signature facial line starts at $105 and offers three tiers. The ZO Glow Peel ($105, 45 min) delivers a quick radiance boost. Calm & Clarify ($155, 55 min) combines deep cleansing, extractions, and custom masking for targeted results. The Glass Facial ($250, 90 min) is our premium experience with advanced serums, LED therapy, and everything your skin craves for that glass-like finish.
SkinWave Hydrafacial, $150
A multi-step, 60-minute treatment that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts, and hydrates all in one session. Using the advanced SkinWave device, this facial delivers deep hydration and an immediate, visible glow. It's gentle enough for sensitive skin yet powerful enough to address fine lines, congestion, and dullness.
Custom Facial, $85+
A 65-minute treatment designed around your skin concerns. Amy assesses your skin and customizes every step, from cleansing and exfoliation to extractions, masking, and targeted serums. Need hydration? Brightening? Calming or rejuvenating care? This facial adapts to you.
Dermaplaning
A gentle exfoliation treatment that removes dead skin cells and fine vellus hair (peach fuzz) for an instantly smoother, brighter complexion. Available as a standalone treatment ($105, 45 min) or as an add-on to any facial ($40). Dermaplaning allows your skincare products to penetrate more effectively and creates a flawless base for makeup.
Acne Facial
A deep cleansing treatment focused on congested, breakout-prone skin. Includes thorough extractions, antibacterial application, a calming treatment to reduce inflammation, and LED light therapy to kill acne-causing bacteria and promote healing.
Why Professional Facials Matter
Your at-home skincare routine matters, but it can only do so much. Over-the-counter products are formulated at lower concentrations for unsupervised use, so they work slowly and often plateau. Professional facials use medical-grade active ingredients that penetrate deeper layers of your skin. The results just aren't possible with retail products alone.
Extractions are another area where professional care makes a real difference. Clearing pores or treating breakouts at home can lead to scarring, infection, and more inflammation. Amy's trained technique keeps extractions safe and thorough, helping prevent future breakouts without damaging your skin.
Maybe the most valuable part of a professional facial is the expert assessment. Amy can spot emerging concerns (early sun damage, dehydration, barrier disruption) before they become visible problems, then adjust your home regimen accordingly. Think of your regular facial as both treatment and prevention. A chance to reset your skin and stay ahead of issues before they take hold. For medical-grade products you can use between visits, explore our skincare shop.
We exclusively use ZO Skin Health products during our facials and in our recommended home care routines. ZO Skin Health is a physician-dispensed line developed by Dr. Zein Obagi, one of the most respected names in dermatology. These aren't watered-down department store formulas. They're potent, science-backed products designed to actually change how your skin functions at a cellular level. Amy pairs them with each facial based on what your skin needs that day, and the difference is noticeable.
Curious which ZO products would work best for your daily routine? We offer a free virtual Skin Care Regimen Consultation through our Skin Type Solutions quiz. It takes a few minutes, and you'll get a personalized product recommendation without leaving your couch. Plenty of our North Raleigh clients start there and then come in for their first facial already knowing exactly what their skin needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get a facial?
Every 4-6 weeks to align with your skin's natural cell turnover cycle. Amy will recommend a schedule based on your skin goals.
What should I do before my facial?
Arrive with clean skin if possible. Avoid retinoids, exfoliants, and sun exposure 48 hours before. No need to remove makeup, that's part of the treatment.
Is there any downtime?
Most facials have zero downtime. You'll leave with a glow. Some treatments involving extractions or peels may have mild redness for a few hours.
What's a HydraFacial?
A multi-step treatment using the Skinwave device that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities, and deeply hydrates in one session. Great for all skin types with immediate, visible results.
Can facials help with acne?
Yes. Professional facials with proper extractions, antibacterial treatments, and LED therapy can significantly improve acne. Amy will also recommend a home care routine to maintain results between visits.
What skincare products do you use?
We use ZO Skin Health, a physician-dispensed skincare line created by Dr. Zein Obagi. These are medical-grade formulas that go well beyond what you'll find over the counter. Amy customizes which products are used during your facial based on your specific skin type and concerns. If you'd like a personalized at-home regimen recommendation, take our free Skin Type Solutions quiz for a virtual consultation.