Difference Between Detan and Facial — What to Choose for Your Skin | Kosmoderma

Introduction

A detan treatment focuses on removing sun and pigment build-up. A facial is a broader skin-care session for cleansing, hydration, and skin health. Use a detan when your main worry is tan and dullness. Choose a facial when you want a full skin refresh and targeted concerns like acne, dryness, or anti-ageing.

What is a detan treatment?

Detan removes darkening from the sun, pollution, and dead skin.

A detan treatment targets surface pigment and dullness. Clinics use mild chemical peels, enzyme masks, or brightening serums. The goal is quick lightning and an even tone. Sessions are short. Recovery time is usually low. Detan works best if the mark is recent or mostly on the top skin layer.

Common detan steps: gentle exfoliation, a brightening mask, and a calming serum. Some detan services include light peels with low-strength acids. These speed up pigment shedding. You may feel mild tingling. Redness goes away in hours or a few days.

When to pick detan: after sun holidays, frequent outdoor work, or if legs, arms, or face look uneven and dull.

What is a facial?

A facial treats overall skin health, not just tan.

A facial treatment is a full-care session. It cleans pores, exfoliates, hydrates, and soothes. Facials are tailored to skin type. They can focus on acne control, deep hydration, oil balance, or ageing signs. A facial may include steam, extraction, masks, serums, and a massage. Some facials add light devices like LED or ultrasound for better product absorption.

Facials are gentle and safe for regular use. Many people get one every 3–6 weeks. They help skin look clearer and feel softer. A facial also helps your home routine work better by giving a clean base for creams and serums.

When to pick a facial: routine maintenance, pimples, dry or flaky skin, or if you want a relaxing skin reset.

Key differences at a glance

Detan = fix tan and surface pigment. Facial = full skin care and health.

• Goal: Detan lightens pigment. Facial improves skin function.
• Treatment tools: Detan uses peels, enzymes, and brighteners. Facials use cleansing, masks, and targeted serums.
• Downtime: Detan may cause brief flaking. Facials usually have no downtime.
• Frequency: Detan is often done as a short series. Facials fit into regular monthly care.
• Best for: Detan suits sun damage and uneven tone. Facials suit hydration, acne, and ageing care.

How we decide at Kosmoderma

We check skin, cause, and goals before choosing a plan.

At Kosmoderma, our doctors examine your skin tone, texture, and the tan depth. We ask about sun exposure, medications, and recent treatments. That helps us pick the right detan method or the right facial protocol. For dark or sensitive skin, we pick gentler options to avoid pigment changes.

Often, we combine both. For example, a light detan peel followed by a hydrating medical facial gives faster tone improvement with low risk.

Common detan methods used in clinic

Clinic detan methods are stronger and faster than home remedies.

• Mild chemical peels: Chemical peels with low-strength acids to lift pigment and dead cells.
• Enzyme peels: Gentle breakdown of dead skin for a brighter look.
• Medical brightening serums: These include niacinamide, azelaic acid, or licensed agents used under supervision.
• Light therapy: Some clinics add LED to calm skin and boost results.

Expect a clear plan: how many sessions, intervals, and aftercare. Sun protection is crucial after any detan treatment.

What to expect from a facial at the clinic?

Facials combine cleaning, treatment, and soothing in one visit.

A professional facial usually follows these steps: skin assessment, deep cleansing, mild exfoliation, extractions if needed, a treatment mask, and finishing serums. We match masks and serums to your skin issue. For faster results, we can add gentle devices like hydradermabrasion or LED light.

Facials help your daily regime work better. They also control short-term issues like breakouts and oiliness.

Safety and timing

Both treatments are safe when a trained doctor does them.

Tell the clinic about any skin products you use. Avoid strong retinoid before peels. Protect treated skin from sun. If you have active acne with open sores, delay peels until healed. For pregnant or breastfeeding women, some brightening agents are not advised. Your Kosmoderma doctor will guide you.

Which should you choose?

Pick detan for tone issues and facial for overall skin health.

• Choose detan if your main problem is sun tan, post-holiday dullness, or patchy pigment.
• Choose a facial if you want pore cleaning, hydration, or help with acne or ageing.
• Ask for a combined plan if you want both tone correction and deep skin care.

Next step

Get a quick skin check to pick the right option.

Book a consultation at Kosmoderma. We will assess your skin and make a clear plan. That plan will match your skin type, timing, and lifestyle. You’ll get safe treatment and simple aftercare to protect results.

FAQs

1. Will detan remove deep brown spots?

Not always. Superficial tan responds best. Deeper pigment may need medical peels or laser after assessment.

2. Can I do a facial right after a detan peel?

Often yes, but it depends on the peel strength. Your clinic will advise the right gap.

3. How soon will I see results?

Detan gives a visible tone change in 1–3 sessions. Facials improve skin texture immediately. Lasting change needs a series and home care.