Facial During Ramadan Evening appointments, thirsty skin and getting ready for Eid

When to book a facial during Ramadan

Most women choose a slot after iftar. By then you have broken your fast, had water and something to eat, and you can lie back for an hour without feeling light-headed or rushed.

Our hours run until 11 pm from Monday to Friday and until midnight on Saturday and Sunday, so there is a comfortable window between iftar and the late evening. Allow time to eat calmly first, and leave a little extra for Ramadan evening traffic.

Daytime appointments are possible too. Some women prefer a quiet morning slot before the day gets busy, but the session involves lying still in a warm, steamy room, so think about how you usually feel by midday when fasting.

Does a facial affect your fast?

This is a question about religious practice, so it is worth asking a scholar or imam you trust if you are unsure. Many women simply book after iftar so the question does not arise.

If you do book during the day, tell the facialist you are fasting. She can take extra care around the lips and nose and avoid anything you would rather skip.

Either way, the facial itself is the same: a skin check, cleansing, exfoliation, steam, gentle extraction where needed, massage, a mask and moisturiser.

What fasting does to your skin

Long hours without water show on the face. By the second week of Ramadan, many women notice their skin looks duller and feels tighter, and fine lines around the eyes seem more visible.

Late nights and an early suhoor mean less sleep. Iftar tables are full of fried, salty and sweet foods, which some women find makes their skin look puffier or more congested. Add hours in AC, and skin gets both dehydrated and tired.

None of this is serious, and it usually settles after Eid. A facial focused on hydration and massage can help your skin look fresher in the meantime.

Facials that suit fasting skin

Choose a facial that puts moisture back and helps a tired face look rested. Strong exfoliation is less helpful when skin is already dry.

If you are not sure which one to pick, tell the team how your skin feels when you message and they will suggest one.

• Casmara Facial (AED 230): a Casmara Facial built around a hydrating algae mask, for skin that feels tight from fasting and AC.
• Facial Massage (AED 95): 30 minutes on face, neck and shoulders. Our Facial Massage helps a tired face look less puffy after short nights.
• Organic / Herbal Facial (AED 210): gentle plant and herbal products for skin that becomes more sensitive in Ramadan.
• Gold Facial (AED 230): a radiant finish, popular as an Eid facial a few days before celebrations.

Getting your skin ready for Eid

Eid is one of the busiest times of the year for facials in Dubai. Many women want an appointment in the last three or four days of Ramadan, and evening slots fill quickly.

Book a week or two before Eid and aim for your facial two to three days before the first day. That gives any light redness time to settle and your skin its freshest look for family visits and photos.

If your skin looks dull and tired by the end of the month, our guide to a glow facial explains which facials help most.

Hydration between iftar and suhoor

What you drink in the evening hours matters more for your skin in Ramadan than any product. Spread your water across the night rather than drinking a lot at once.

These small habits help your skin hold on to moisture through the fasting day.

• Sip water steadily from iftar to suhoor, aiming for several glasses in total.
• Eat water-rich foods: watermelon, cucumber, laban, soups and fruit.
• Keep very salty and fried dishes to a reasonable portion.
• Go easy on strong tea and coffee late at night.
• Use a richer moisturiser at night and sunscreen every morning.

A simple Ramadan skin routine

Keep your daily routine short this month, because you have less time and less energy. At suhoor, wash with a gentle cleanser, apply moisturiser and finish with sunscreen before you sleep again or head out.

After iftar, cleanse off the day's sunscreen and dust, then use a hydrating serum and a slightly richer cream. If you use strong acids or retinol, consider using them less often while your skin is drier.

One professional facial in the month is plenty for most women. If you normally come every four weeks, our guide on how often to get a facial helps you plan the visits around Ramadan and Eid.

Aftercare when you are fasting

After an evening facial, your skin has the whole night to settle, which is one more reason to book after iftar. Skip make-up until the next day and use a gentle cleanser and moisturiser before bed.

If you go to taraweeh prayers straight after, that is fine. Just avoid touching your face too much and keep it out of hot sun the next day.

On request, our facialist can also come to you at home after iftar, which some families find easier during Ramadan.

Plan your Ramadan facial

One facial in the middle of Ramadan and one just before Eid works well for many women. If you prefer a single appointment, choose the days before Eid.

Book your Casmara Facial or pick another facial, then choose an evening slot after iftar that suits your family's routine.