facial
Cica Repair Facial
시카 진정 페이셜
Centella-based treatment for post-procedure recovery, rosacea, and sensitive skin. The ultimate calming facial.
60 min
Duration
As needed for recovery, or monthly for sensitive skin maintenance
Frequency
Relaxing
Comfort
Zero
Downtime
East vs West
Korean clinic
$70-120
Western equiv.
$150-280
What you get
Korean
Western
$90 for a cica repair facial. When your skin is angry, inflamed, or recovering from a procedure, this is the fastest path back to calm — worth every penny.
The Korean philosophy
Centella asiatica has been used in traditional Korean and Asian medicine for centuries to heal wounds and calm inflammation. Modern Korean skincare elevated it to superstar ingredient status. This facial harnesses centella’s four key compounds (madecassoside, asiaticoside, madecassic acid, asiatic acid) at professional concentrations to rapidly repair and calm distressed skin.
The ritual
Gentle micellar cleanse
8 minA fragrance-free micellar water removes impurities without any friction or irritation. No foaming cleansers, no rubbing — just gentle dissolving of surface debris.
Centella toner and ampoule
12 minCentella-infused toner hydrates and preps the skin, followed by a concentrated centella ampoule massaged in with the gentlest possible pressure. The madecassoside and asiaticoside begin their repair work immediately.
Centella calming mask
20 minA thick centella sheet mask or modeling mask sits on the skin for 15-20 minutes, delivering a sustained dose of calming and healing ingredients. Redness visibly decreases during this step.
LED + moisturizer
15 minRed LED therapy reduces inflammation and promotes healing. A rich centella moisturizer with ceramides seals in all layers. Mineral SPF finishes — no chemical sunscreen on irritated skin.
Your first time
This is the gentlest facial you can get. There’s no extraction, no exfoliation, no tingling, and no discomfort. Every product is fragrance-free and formulated to calm, not stimulate. The esthetician uses extremely light touch. If you’re coming after a laser treatment or peel, this is designed to accelerate your recovery without adding any stress to already-sensitized skin. The centella mask is deeply soothing — you’ll feel your skin calming down in real time. You leave less red, less irritated, and with a visibly stronger barrier.
When to book
Best done 24-48 hours after laser treatments, peels, or any irritating procedure. Also excellent as a standalone treatment for chronically sensitive skin. No timing restrictions — since there’s no exfoliation or actives, this can be done anytime.
Best for
Not recommended for
East vs West
Western post-procedure care is typically “go home and moisturize.” Korean clinics offer dedicated recovery facials with ingredient-specific protocols. The all-centella approach delivers a higher concentration of healing compounds than a generic sensitive-skin facial that uses centella as one ingredient among many.
Aftercare
Continue with centella-based products at home for 3-5 days. Avoid retinol, AHA, BHA, and any exfoliants. Use mineral SPF only. Keep your routine minimal — the goal is to let your barrier repair in peace.
Keep the glow going
At-home products that extend and complement this treatment
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