Our guide on choosing a facial by skin type covers oily, dry and combination skin for the fuller facial menu. This applies the same thinking to the cleanup specifically, since it is often the first, most frequently repeated service someone books, and the technique should genuinely differ by skin type here too, not just for the more expensive facials.
A cleanup priced the same at ₹299 for every skin type does not mean it should be performed identically for every skin type.
Cleanup for oily skin
A slightly more thorough extraction step and a lighter, non-comedogenic finishing product suit oily skin better than a rich finishing cream, which can sit heavily on already-oily skin and undo some of the benefit of the cleansing that came before it.
Cleanup for dry skin
A gentler scrub step, since dry skin is more prone to irritation from exfoliation, paired with a genuinely hydrating finishing product rather than a light gel, gives dry skin more of what it actually needs from the service.
Why this matters for a service booked this frequently
Because a cleanup tends to be booked every three to four weeks for a lot of clients, similar to the cadence in our results-last-longer guide, a technique mismatch compounds over repeated visits in a way it might not for a once-a-month full facial. Getting this right on a frequently repeated service matters more, not less, than on an occasional one.
Booking a cleanup
Booking a cleanup? Mention whether your skin runs oily or dry, even if this is a routine, repeat booking. It is a small detail that changes the technique and the finishing product used, not just the full facials our other guide covers.
Common questions
Should a cleanup be different for oily versus dry skin?
Yes. Oily skin benefits from a slightly more thorough extraction and a lighter finishing product, while dry skin does better with a gentler scrub and a genuinely hydrating finish, even though both are the same ₹299 service.
Do I need to mention my skin type for a routine cleanup I have booked before?
Yes, it is worth mentioning every time. A cleanup booked frequently without matching the technique to your skin type compounds a mismatch over repeated visits more than it would for an occasional service.
Does a cleanup cost more if adjusted for a specific skin type?
No, the price stays ₹299 regardless of skin type. The adjustment is in technique and finishing product, not an added cost.
How often should a cleanup be booked?
Roughly every three to four weeks for most people, similar to the general upkeep cadence covered in our guide on making salon results last longer between visits.
Book what this guide covers
Full price lists and details for the services discussed here.
