A Good Look in the Mirror
Silver Mirror Facial Bar gifts us with confidence and clear skin
We’ve all faced those frustrating breakouts – whether from hormones, genetics, diet choices, or just simple stress. Many of us dealt with acne during our teenage years. But for others, like me, adult acne is still an issue. Indeed, according to Yale Medicine, 50 percent of women in their 20s, 33 percent of women in their 30s, and 25 percent of women in their 40s suffer from it. So, I turned to Silver Mirror Facial Bar, hoping their expertise could offer relief and give my skin the reset it needed.
The space inside Silver Mirror feels welcoming and modern – clean lines, open areas, and a calming ambience. Natural light floods through large windows, creating an airy feel, while the minimalist decor and carefully arranged skincare products add subtle pops of color. The design is intentional, offering a refreshing, peaceful, and uncluttered environment.
After checking in, I sat down with one of the facial bar’s skincare specialists to discuss my concerns, explaining how my recent breakouts had left behind stubborn spots and clogged pores. Silver Mirror offers different facial treatments, tailored to a client’s needs. After we reviewed my skin together, she recommended the aptly named Acne- Fighting Facial, tailored specifically to tackle the issues I was facing.
The treatment started with a warm towel around my neck, immediately helping me relax. My hair was gently tucked away, and my facial specialist began with a double cleanse and deep exfoliation. As she removed the towel, I could already feel my skin breathing again, lighter and refreshed
Next came the extraction phase, where she leaned in with a magnifying lamp to get a closer look at my pores, using instruments to clear each blockage. I expected the usual discomfort – sharp pinches and redness – but instead, she worked with a steady, gentle touch. As she carefully cleaned each pore, there was no harsh tugging or painful pinching. When she finished, my skin felt clean and renewed, with no redness or discomfort – just a calm, clear sensation.
FINISHING WITH BLUE LED LIGHT TO TARGET ACNE-CAUSING BACTERIA UNDERNEATH THE SKIN
USES A HIGH-FREQUENCY THERAPY WAND
My facial therapist – because that is what she is, a kind of therapist for the skin – used a high-frequency therapy wand to promote collagen stimulation and increase oxygen to my skin. Other than a slight tingling sensation, I could barely tell it was there. Then she covered my eyes with goggles and used a blue LED light to target acne-causing bacteria underneath the skin. It was so calming that I almost fell asleep – it felt more like a quiet, meditative escape than a medical treatment.
When I looked in the mirror after, the difference was immediately clear. My skin was glowing and smoother than it had been in months. It felt like a weight had been lifted – not just from my face, but from my self-esteem.
Silver Mirror Facial Bar
SilverMirror.com
786.988.0520
2955 Ponce De Leon Suite 222
(The Plaza Coral Gables)
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