What Is a Glacial Cryotherapy Facial — And Why It's One of Our Most-Requested Treatments in Roswell
There's a treatment I've been offering at Urban Skin Care Clinic that clients keep coming back for — and it's not because it's trendy. It's because it works, it's comfortable, and you can book it on a Tuesday lunch break and walk straight into a meeting afterward with glowing skin and zero evidence that anything happened.
That treatment is the Glacial Skin Treatment — a multi-step cryotherapy facial that uses controlled cooling technology to calm inflammation, hydrate deeply, and visibly brighten your complexion. No peeling. No redness. No recovery window. Just calm, radiant skin.
I'm Maedeh Samimi, Licensed Aesthetician, Certified Acne Expert, and Laser Practitioner at Urban Skin Care Clinic in Roswell, Georgia. In this post I'm going to walk you through exactly what the Glacial treatment is, how it works, who it's best for, and how it fits into a broader skin plan — whether your primary concern is acne, aging, redness, or simply maintaining healthy skin year-round.
What Is a Cryotherapy Facial?
Cryotherapy — the therapeutic use of controlled cold — has been used in clinical and medical settings for decades. In the context of skincare, controlled cooling works by actively suppressing inflammatory responses in the skin, reducing blood vessel activity that contributes to redness, and promoting hydration at the cellular level.
The result is an environment where your skin can genuinely calm down, recover, and renew — rather than being pushed, stressed, or aggressively treated.
The Glacial Skin Treatment takes this science and builds a complete, multi-step facial protocol around it, combining the cooling technology with carefully selected active serums and a deeply nourishing mask to deliver visible, lasting results.
What Happens During a Glacial Skin Treatment?
The treatment follows four distinct steps, each designed to work with your skin rather than against it:
- Step 1 — Cleanse and Prep. We begin with a gentle cleanse to remove surface buildup and prepare your skin to receive active ingredients. Nothing harsh, nothing stripping — just a clean, calm canvas.
- Step 2 — Cooling Infusion. Active serums are applied using controlled cooling technology. This is the heart of the treatment — the cooling simultaneously calms inflammation and drives beneficial ingredients deeper into the skin for maximum effect.
- Step 3 — Hydrating Mask. A deeply nourishing mask is applied while the cooling continues its anti-inflammatory work beneath the surface. Most clients describe this step as the most relaxing part of the entire experience.
- Step 4 — Finishing Treatment. A lightweight moisturizer and SPF seal everything in, leaving skin soft, plump, and protected the moment you walk out the door.
The full treatment takes 60 minutes. Downtime: zero.
Who Is the Glacial Treatment Best For?
One of the things I love most about this treatment is how universally it applies. Here's who tends to benefit most:
Anyone dealing with persistent redness.
Whether your redness comes from rosacea, environmental exposure, sensitivity, or general reactivity, the Glacial treatment visibly soothes and brightens tone immediately — and with consistent treatments, helps build long-term skin resilience.
Busy professionals who can't afford downtime.
This is the treatment I recommend when a client has an important event, a big presentation, or a reunion coming up and wants their skin to look its absolute best without any risk of peeling, flaking, or irritation. Many clients book it one to two days before events for exactly this reason.
Those concerned with visible aging.
Here's something that often surprises people: chronic, low-grade inflammation is one of the primary drivers of accelerated skin aging. It breaks down collagen, exaggerates fine lines, and contributes to dull, tired-looking skin. By calming that inflammation consistently, the Glacial treatment supports long-term skin health and a more youthful appearance over time.
Sensitive skin types.
If traditional facials regularly leave your skin irritated, reactive, or worse than when you arrived, the Glacial treatment was essentially designed for you. There's no harsh exfoliation, no aggressive extraction, no techniques that stress sensitive skin. Just cooling, calming, and nourishing.
Acne clients in active treatment.
The Glacial treatment pairs beautifully with clinical acne protocols. Because inflammation is a core driver of breakouts, anything that consistently reduces inflammation supports your overall clearing progress.
What Results Can You Expect?
Immediately following treatment:
Your skin will look visibly calmer, more even in tone, and genuinely glowing. Redness and puffiness are reduced. Skin feels soft, plump, and deeply hydrated. Any slight flushing from the treatment itself subsides within minutes.
Within 24–72 hours:
The anti-inflammatory benefits continue to deepen. Clients typically notice continued improvement in redness, smoother texture, refined appearance, and sustained hydration and glow as the skin settles and renews.
Over time with consistent treatments:
Monthly Glacial treatments maintain radiance, keep inflammation consistently low, and support the kind of long-term skin health that makes makeup feel like a choice rather than a necessity.
How the Glacial Treatment Fits Into Your Skin Plan
As a standalone treatment
A luxurious, results-driven reset when your skin needs serious calming — or before any important event when you want an instant, polished glow with zero risk.
Combined with other services.
The Glacial treatment is an excellent companion to laser treatments, microneedling, chemical peels, and other professional services. The cooling and hydration actively support recovery and reduce visible redness between sessions, meaning your results from other treatments are enhanced, not interrupted.
For long-term maintenance.
Many of my clients incorporate the Glacial treatment into their regular skin maintenance cadence — alternating with other professional treatments for steady, consistent progress without irritation or downtime. It's the kind of treatment you can return to month after month and your skin will thank you every single time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe for all skin types?
Yes. The Glacial treatment is designed to calm inflammation across all skin types — sensitive, oily, dry, combination. The cooling and hydration work without triggering irritation or overdrying, making it particularly well-suited for reactive skin.
How often should I get it?
For general maintenance and glow, monthly treatments work beautifully. If you're managing chronic redness or inflammatory concerns, we may recommend more frequent sessions initially and space them out as your skin improves. We'll discuss the right cadence during your consultation.
Is there any downtime?
Zero. You can apply makeup, exercise, and return to work immediately. There is no peeling, no flaking, no sensitivity.
What should I do to prepare?
Avoid aggressive exfoliation or active treatments 48 hours prior. If you've had a peel or microneedling, wait 14 days. Avoid retinoids the night before. Arrive with clean skin and we'll handle everything else.
Can it help with acne scars or hyperpigmentation?
The Glacial treatment's primary strength is calming inflammation and improving current skin health. For deeper concerns like scarring or stubborn hyperpigmentation, we often pair it with our Aerolase Neo Elite Laser treatments. We'll assess your specific needs during your consultation and map the best path forward.
The Investment
The Glacial Skin Treatment is $299 per session. For members, the rate is $249.
If you're interested in making this a consistent part of your skin plan, our membership tiers are designed to make that both convenient and cost-effective. Ask about membership options when you book.
Ready to Experience It?
If you've been curious about the Glacial treatment — or if anything in this post sounds like exactly what your skin has been asking for — I'd love to meet you.
Urban Skin Care Clinic is located at 1195 Woodstock Rd, Loft #18, Roswell, GA 30075. We serve clients from Roswell, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek, East Cobb, Woodstock, Marietta, and the greater Atlanta area.
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Calm, clear, glowing skin is waiting. Let's get you there.
Maedeh Samimi is a Licensed Aesthetician, Certified Acne Expert, and Laser Practitioner with 10,000+ clinical hours. She is the founder of Urban Skin Care Clinic in Roswell, Georgia, and host of The Skin Coach in Georgia podcast.
