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Facials & Vajacials

Facial vs. Vajacial: What's the Difference?

By Mary Hegedus2026-08-30

A facial and a Vajacial are both skincare services, but they treat completely different areas of the body. A facial focuses on the skin of the face. A Vajacial is an external bikini-area skincare service. Once you know which area you want treated, the choice becomes much simpler.

Professional facial treatment being performed on a client at Makeup By Mary LLC
Facial: professional skincare for the face.
Vajacial benefits infographic explaining external bikini-area skincare and its intended benefits
Vajacial: external bikini-area skincare supporting post-wax upkeep and smoother-looking skin between appointments.

What Is a Facial?

A facial is a skincare service for the face. At Makeup By Mary LLC, facial options include the Express Facial for a shorter, relaxation-focused appointment, the Classic Facial for a traditional facial with cleansing, exfoliation, steam, a mask, massage, and hydration, and the Deluxe Facial for a more elevated relaxation experience. There is also an Acne Facial for cosmetic skincare focused on acne-prone or congested skin, and a Men's Facial designed around men's skin and shaving-related concerns.

What Is a Vajacial?

A Vajacial is an external bikini-area skincare treatment. It is designed to support post-wax upkeep and smoother-looking skin between appointments. The Classic Vajacial focuses on external bikini-area skincare and post-wax maintenance. The Deluxe Vajacial is a more elevated treatment focused on post-wax maintenance, texture concerns, and smoother-looking skin.

Vajacials are external treatments for the pubic mound and bikini-area skin. They are not internal treatments.

Facial vs. Vajacial: The Main Difference

FactorFacialVajacial
Treatment areaFaceExternal bikini area
Primary goalFacial skincarePost-wax upkeep, texture
Common reasons to bookRelaxation, glow, maintenanceSmooth skin between waxes
Hair removal includedNoNo
Relationship to waxingSeparate from waxingSupports post-wax skin

Does a Vajacial Include a Brazilian Wax?

No. A Vajacial is a skincare treatment only. It does not include hair removal. If you need hair removal, book Body Waxing separately. Many clients wax first and then use a Vajacial for the skincare that follows.

Which Facial Should You Choose?

If you want a quick relaxation session, the Express Facial is a good choice. The Classic Facial is a great starting point for regular skin upkeep. The Deluxe Facial adds more serum-focused care. For acne-prone or congested skin, the Acne Facial provides cosmetic esthetic care and is not medical acne treatment. And for clients with men's skin and shaving-related concerns, the Men's Facial is built around those needs.

Which Vajacial Should You Choose?

The Classic Vajacial is a good fit for external bikini-area skincare and post-wax upkeep. The Deluxe Vajacial is the more elevated option for clients focused on texture concerns and smoother-looking skin between appointments.

What Results Should You Expect?

Facials can support a fresher, smoother-looking appearance, but one appointment does not permanently remove texture, breakouts, or discoloration. Results vary based on your skin, home-care routine, lifestyle, and consistency. Temporary redness or sensitivity may occur after exfoliation or extractions. The same is true for Vajacials. They support smoother-looking skin, but individual results vary.

Ready to Choose Your Skincare Appointment?

Whether you want a relaxing facial or external bikini-area skincare, I build the service around what your skin needs and how much treatment time you want.