Casmara Facial in Dubai The full facial, built around the mask

The Casmara Facial in Dubai, explained

The Casmara Facial is a complete 60-minute facial that ends with a professional Casmara peel-off algae mask, and at our facial salon in Dubai it costs AED 230. Casmara is a Spanish professional skincare brand, and its algae mask is the heart of this facial.

This is not the same as our quick Casmara mask session. The full facial adds a skin check, cleansing, exfoliation, steam, extraction where needed and a facial massage before the mask goes on, so your skin is properly prepared for it.

From cleanse to peel-off: the steps

Here is how the hour usually runs. The facialist adapts each step to your skin on the day.

The mask feels cold at first, then snug as it sets. You simply rest while it works. Lifting it away in one piece is oddly satisfying, and the skin underneath feels cool and smooth.

• A skin check and a chat, so the facialist can choose the right Casmara mask.
• Cleansing to lift make-up, sunscreen and city dust.
• Exfoliation to smooth the surface.
• Steam to soften the skin.
• Gentle extraction of blackheads, only where needed.
• Facial massage with a serum suited to your skin.
• The Casmara mask, mixed fresh and spread on as a thick, cool layer that sets into a soft, rubbery sheet.
• Once the mask is off, a light serum and moisturiser to seal in the hydration.

Which Casmara mask will you get?

The facialist picks the mask after looking at your skin. Broadly, a Casmara mask is chosen to do one of three jobs, and you can tell her which matters most to you.

The choice depends on how your skin looks on the day, so it is confirmed during the skin check. If you have a preference, mention it when you book.

• Hydrate: for skin that feels tight after long days in air conditioning or a flight.
• Firm: for a fresher, more lifted-looking finish on tired or mature skin.
• Purify: for oily or congested skin that wants a clearer-looking complexion.

Who suits a Casmara Facial, and who should choose another

The Casmara Facial suits most skin types and works especially well for dry, dehydrated or tired-looking skin. Dubai life is hard on moisture: hot sun outside, cold dry air inside. If dryness is your main concern, our guide to facials for dry skin compares it with other choices.

If you only have a short gap, or had a full facial recently and just want a boost, the Casmara Express Mask at AED 99 gives you the mask without the full routine. If your skin is very reactive, the Organic / Herbal Facial may be a gentler pick.

Tell the facialist before you start if you are allergic to seaweed or iodine, or if you have acne, rosacea, eczema, recent peels, laser or injectables, a pregnancy or skin medication. She can adapt the session, or suggest you check with your doctor first.

Results you can expect

Most people leave a Casmara Facial with skin that looks plumper, smoother and more rested, and feels cool and soft to the touch. The hydrating masks give a dewy look that works well before a dinner or a family gathering.

The effect is cosmetic and it fades as your skin returns to daily life, usually over several days. Keeping your skin hydrated and protected from the sun helps the fresh look last longer.

Full facial or the Casmara Express Mask?

Choose the full Casmara Facial at AED 230 when your skin needs a proper clean as well as the mask, or when it has been a while since your last facial. Choose the Casmara Express Mask at AED 99 for a quick professional mask between full facials, or before an evening out.

A simple rhythm that suits many skin types is a full Casmara Facial about once a month, with an Express Mask in between when your skin looks tired. Our mask vs facial comparison goes into more detail, and you can browse all our mask sessions too.

Before and after, Dubai style

Before your Casmara Facial, skip strong exfoliants and retinol for a couple of days. If you plan to thread your eyebrows, do it a day or two earlier rather than right before.

Afterwards, drink plenty of water, keep your skin moisturised and wear sunscreen every time you step out, even for a short drive. Avoid saunas, hot yoga and the beach for the rest of the day.

If you are booking before a wedding or event, one to three days ahead is a good window, so your skin looks its freshest on the day.

How often, and how to book

Every four to six weeks suits most skin. In the AC-heavy summer months, when skin often feels thirsty, a monthly visit keeps it comfortable.

Book your Casmara Facial by choosing it, picking a place and a time, and sending the WhatsApp message that opens. The team confirms, and same-day appointments are often possible. On request, our facialist can also come to you at home, in a hotel or at the office for the same price; a minimum booking value may apply depending on the area.