Peels, facials and skin procedures
Medifacial at Chamak Clinic, Chennai
A facial planned by a skin doctor instead of a parlour menu.
From ₹2,500. The doctor gives your exact price for the area and number of sessions after the skin assessment, before anything is done.
Medifacial at a glance
- Sessions
- One, or monthly as maintenance
- Session time
- 45 to 60 minutes
- Downtime
- None
- Results last
- A few days to a few weeks; repeat monthly
- Starting price
- From ₹2,500
- What is it?
- A facial that uses medical-grade products and techniques chosen by a skin doctor for your skin type and concern.
- How many sessions?
- One session gives a fresher look. For oily or acne-prone skin, a monthly session as maintenance is common.
- How long does it last?
- The glow lasts a few days to a few weeks. It is a maintenance treatment, not a one-time fix.
- Is it safe for Indian skin?
- Yes. It is gentle, has no downtime, and the products are picked for your skin type and sensitivity.
What is Medifacial?
A medifacial is a facial built on a doctor's assessment of your skin. Instead of a fixed salon routine, the doctor or a trained therapist working to the doctor's plan picks the cleanser, exfoliation, extraction method, serum and mask for what your skin needs that day.
It sits between a salon facial and a clinical peel: more targeted than the first, gentler and with less downtime than the second. It is useful as a regular maintenance visit and as preparation before other treatments.
Used for
What it can help with
- Planned by a doctor
Products and steps picked for your skin, not a fixed menu.
- Deep cleansing
Clears surface oil, dirt and blackheads.
- No downtime
You can go back to your day straight away.
- Gentle
Suits sensitive skin and people new to treatments.
- Good preparation
Helps skin before peels, microneedling or events.
How does it work?
- Skin check
The doctor looks at your skin type, oil, dryness, sensitivity and any active acne.
- Deep cleanse
A double cleanse removes make-up, oil and surface dirt.
- Exfoliation
A gentle enzyme, acid or mechanical exfoliant lifts dead cells without scrubbing hard.
- Extraction
Blackheads and whiteheads are removed with sterile technique where suitable.
- Treatment layer
Serums, a mild peel or a mask chosen for your skin are applied, followed by sunscreen.
What happens during a session?
- Skin check
The doctor examines your skin and asks about products and medicines you use.
- Cleanse
A double cleanse removes make-up and surface oil.
- Exfoliate and extract
A gentle exfoliant is used, and blackheads are cleared where suitable.
- Treatment
Serums, a mild peel or a mask matched to your skin are applied.
- Finish
A calming cream and sunscreen go on, and you can leave straight away.
Who is a good candidate?
- Dull, tired-looking skin
- Oily skin, blackheads and clogged pores
- Dry or dehydrated skin
- Sensitive skin that cannot take a scrub or strong peel
- A gentle reset before an event
- Regular maintenance between other treatments
Is medifacial safe for Indian skin?
A medifacial is mild and carries little risk of pigmentation, which makes it a suitable first step for Indian skin. The doctor avoids harsh scrubs and strong acids on sensitive or darker skin, and chooses ingredients for your skin type. Sunscreen after the session is part of the treatment.
Who should delay or avoid it?
- An active infection, cold sore or open wound on the area
- Active, inflamed or cystic acne on the area (the doctor treats the acne first)
- Sunburn or a fresh tan on the area
- A peel or laser on the area within the past week
- Rosacea flare or eczema flare
The doctor checks your medicines and health before any procedure and may advise waiting or a different treatment.
Medifacial vs salon facial
| Medifacial | Salon facial | |
|---|---|---|
| Who plans it | A skin doctor assesses your skin first | A beautician follows a standard routine |
| Products | Medical-grade, matched to your skin type | Often general cosmetic products |
| Active acne | Assessed and treated safely, or deferred | Extraction and massage can worsen it |
| Aim | Skin health, with a link to your treatment plan | Relaxation and a short-term glow |
| Downtime | None | None |
| Follow-up | Doctor adjusts the plan at the next visit | Usually none |
Side effects and risks
Common and short-lived
- Mild redness for an hour or two
- Small bumps or temporary purging in oily skin
- Slight dryness the next day
Uncommon
- Irritation or a rash from an ingredient in sensitive skin
- A pimple flare a few days later
- Cold sore flare in people who get them
Call the clinic on +91 90434 09465 if anything worries you after a session.
Results: what to expect
Skin usually looks cleaner, smoother and better hydrated straight after the session, with pores looking clearer. The glow is short-term, so a medifacial is most useful as a regular visit alongside a home-care routine. It does not treat deep scars or strong pigmentation; the doctor suggests other treatments for those.
Does it hurt?
It is a comfortable treatment. Extraction of blackheads can feel like brief pinching, and the doctor eases off if the skin is tender.
Medifacial cost in Chennai
The cost depends on your skin and your plan. What decides it:
- The steps included: extraction, mask, a mild peel or a serum infusion.
- Your skin concern and the products it needs.
- A single visit or a monthly plan.
At Chamak Clinic, Kandigai
From ₹2,500
Starting price; yours depends on the plan
- Consultation ₹500, paid at the clinic
- Your full price and number of sessions are told to you before treatment
- Treatments are billed at the clinic
Who does it
Dr Rohini K
How to prepare
- Come without make-up if you can.
- Stop scrubs, retinoids and strong acids for 3 days before.
- Avoid waxing or threading the face for a week before.
- Tell the doctor about allergies and the products you use.
Aftercare
- Sunscreen (SPF 50) every morning, reapplied outdoors.
- Skip make-up for a few hours so the skin can settle.
- Do not scrub, and avoid strong acids or retinoids for 2 days.
- Drink water and use the moisturiser the doctor names.
Home care: Cleansers & face wash on Chamak
Medifacial: questions
How is a medifacial different from a parlour facial?
A doctor assesses your skin and plans the products and steps. A parlour facial usually follows a standard routine. The comparison above sets out the differences.
Can I have it if I have pimples?
Mild acne is fine. If pimples are inflamed or cystic, the doctor treats the acne first because extraction and massage can make them worse.
How often should I have one?
Many people have one every four weeks. The doctor may space it differently if you are also having peels or other treatments.
Will it help with dark spots?
It helps tone only a little. Dark spots need peels, creams or a laser, and the doctor suggests the right one.
Can men have a medifacial?
Yes. It suits oily skin, blackheads and shaving irritation in men too.
Is it safe in pregnancy?
Some gentle versions are, but the doctor chooses ingredients carefully and avoids strong acids. Tell us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Can I have it before a wedding?
Yes. A week before is usually a good time, so any redness settles. Do not try a new facial on the day of the event.
Does it need a skin test first?
The doctor checks your skin and history first. A patch test is done if you have reacted to products before.
Can I combine it with other treatments?
Yes. It is often used to prepare skin before peels or microneedling, but not on the same day as a strong treatment unless the doctor plans it.
Do I need a consultation before a treatment?
Yes. Every treatment starts with a consultation. The doctor examines you and advises a procedure only if it suits you; many can be done the same day.
Related treatments
All treatmentsNot sure if medifacial is right for you?
A consultation comes first: Dr Rohini K examines you, explains the options that suit you, and tells you the plan and the price before anything is done.
Far from Chennai? Consult a skin doctor online: photos and a chat, and a prescription when one is right.