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Grace Henson, UKI + EMEA Senior Trainer, is a seasoned expert known for her deep knowledge, passion, and results-driven approach. Her dynamic background in sales and training has empowered countless clinics to elevate their team capabilities and consistently deliver outstanding patient care. Now, as part of the HydraFacial team, Henson brings her expertise to the forefront—offering customised, hands-on training sessions designed to optimise clinic performance, boost client satisfaction, and drive measurable growth. She shares some valuable tips on skincare with the Gulf Time.
How to effectively cleanse the skin based on individual skin types and climate — is there any quick fix to that?
Effective cleansing means tailoring your routine to your skin type and environment. For example, for oily skin, we want to remove excess oil without overstretching; for dry skin, we want to cleanse while gently maintaining the moisture barrier; and for our combination skin types, we want to strike a balance between controlling the oil in the T-zone and dryness elsewhere.
For all skin types, we want to consider climate. In hot and humid areas, we look at more lightweight formulas; in colder regions, we use a richer cream—or balm-based cleanser to help protect the skin’s barrier.
What are the long-term impacts of healthy skincare habits from a young age?
Adopting healthy skincare habits from a young age has huge long-term benefits, not just for appearance but for overall skin health and even confidence. Over time, it can lead to slower visible signs of aging, a healthier skin barrier, fewer breakouts, increased confidence, and a positive self-care mindset.
Would you recommend any particular nutritional elements supporting skin health from within?
Just as we topically apply specific products and ingredients, adding these to our diet can also greatly benefit our skin. One of the main phrases you will hear about skin health is ‘Eat your water.’ This means drinking lots and adding water-rich food to your diet, such as leafy greens, cucumbers, and watermelon. Zinc is super powerful, helps to reduce inflammation, and supports healing, so adding foods such as chickpeas and lentils to a healthy balanced diet and, of course, Omega 3 Fatty Acids found in salmon and chia seeds or taken as a supplement is anti-inflammatory and can contribute to maintaining the skin’s moisture barrier.
What’s the proper way to remove makeup and cleanse the skin afterward — including best practices and tools/equipment that should be used?
Use a dedicated makeup remover, which is usually formulated to dissolve stubborn makeup products, such as micellar water. Always double cleanse with a second cleanser suited to your skin type. Add a deep cleansing Hydrafacial every 2-4 weeks to gently exfoliate and help remove any buildup of makeup, sebum, or debris that a manual cleanse can’t at home.
Please share a few easy-to-follow routines or advice to help set a strong skincare foundation early on!
Always double-cleanse using a product for your specific skin type. SPF is totally non-negotiable at any time of the year, and so is booking your monthly Hydrafacials to cleanse, hydrate, and contribute to long-term skin health.