Skin & Laser
Medical facials that actually move skin.
The best medical facial in Raleigh is not a "relaxation facial" with medical branding. It is a clinical skincare treatment customized to your skin type and concerns, using prescription-strength actives, proper extraction, LED therapy, and results-focused protocols. At La Miel Aesthetics, our facials are designed around what your skin actually needs.
- Customized to your skin
- Medical-grade actives
- Safe for all skin types
- Monthly membership available
What this is
What makes a facial "medical-grade"
Three things distinguish medical-grade facials from day spa treatments: prescription-strength actives (retinoids, higher-concentration vitamin C, stronger exfoliating acids, and active ingredients not available over the counter), proper extraction protocols (clinical training in safe extraction technique, not just skin-softening and squeezing), and treatment plans rather than one-off visits.
A single facial feels nice. A series with the right actives produces measurable skin change.
At La Miel
Our facial menu
Classic Medical Facial
Cleanse, exfoliate, extract, treat, mask, LED (when appropriate), moisturize, protect. Custom actives based on your skin. Our most popular membership benefit.
Suited for: Maintenance, membership patients, general skin health.
Glymed Facial
Advanced facial using Glymed Plus medical-grade products. Specifically focused on skin health, barrier repair, and long-term skin quality.
Suited for: Barrier-compromised skin, long-term skin investment.
Acne Facial (Face Reality)
Clinical acne treatment facial using Face Reality protocols. Often part of a multi-visit clear-skin program.
Suited for: Active acne, post-acne pigment, oil-prone skin.
Brightening Facial
Focused on pigmentation, tone, and dullness. Uses SkinMedica or SkinBetter brightening actives and often includes a gentle peel layer.
Suited for: Uneven tone, post-inflammatory marks, dull skin.
Bridal / Pre-Event Facial
Customized facial timed 1 to 2 weeks before a major event. Gentle enough not to cause breakouts, effective enough to produce visible glow.
Suited for: Weddings, photo shoots, milestone events.
DiamondGlow
Three-in-one medical facial with SkinMedica Pro-Infusion. Listed separately because it uses specific medical technology.
Suited for: Pre-event glow, no downtime, members using monthly benefit.
Who this is for
Who gets medical facials at La Miel
- Membership patients using their monthly benefit
- Patients between more intensive treatments for maintenance
- First-time patients easing into clinical skincare
- Bridal and event-prep patients
- Acne patients (in coordination with Face Reality program)
- Patients establishing a long-term skin relationship
Ready to start?
A consultation tells us what your skin needs. It takes under an hour.
What to expect
Facial frequency
Monthly
The minimum cadence to see cumulative improvement. Most members come monthly.
Every 2 to 3 weeks
During intensive correction phases (acne, active pigmentation).
Quarterly
For maintenance on mature, stable skin.
Outcome
Patients who receive monthly facials consistently report better skin within 3 to 4 months and long-term improvement over years.
Pricing
A note on pricing
Facials are priced per session, with the Classic Medical Facial as the entry point and specialty facials (Brightening, Bridal, Acne) priced slightly higher. Memberships include a monthly medical facial as the core benefit.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
A medical facial uses prescription-strength actives, proper clinical extraction technique, and is typically administered under medical supervision, while a regular day-spa facial focuses on relaxation and uses cosmetic-grade products. A medical facial uses prescription-strength actives, proper clinical extraction technique, and is typically administered by or under the supervision of medical staff. A regular day-spa facial focuses on relaxation and uses cosmetic-grade products. Both feel good; medical facials produce more measurable skin change.
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Ready to book Medical-Grade Facials?
Tell us what you would like to address. A consultation maps the right plan, the right product, and the right sequence for your skin.
Ready When You Are
Two ways to start: book the specific treatment you came for, or book a consultation and we will build your plan together.
Mon 10 to 8, Wed to Fri 10 to 5, Sat 9 to 2. Closed Tue and Sun.
7718 Six Forks Road, Suite 106, Raleigh, NC 27615