The Only Facial

Behind The Filter: After Dark Edition

Stress-Free Skincare Is Here!

We just dropped a new episode of Behind The Filter Podcast: After Dark Edition, and this time, we went on location to get the inside scoop on the buzzworthy skincare spot: The Only Facial in Indianapolis!

We sat down with one of the owners, Madison to talk about their unique, stress-free approach to facials, and why they are quickly becoming an Indy favorite.

The Only Facial: A Truly Different Experience

Madison’s origin story is proof of how transformative The Only Facial experience is: she was a client in St. Louis before she was so hooked she decided to open a location right here in Indianapolis on 82nd Street back in September!

So, what makes this spot stand out from the rest? The name says it all—they have one, single facial on the menu, and that’s a beautiful thing!

Simplicity, Customization, and Transparency

• The Signature 11-Step Facial: They offer an 11-step facial that is completely customized by the esthetician based on your skin type and goals—whether you’re targeting acne, fine lines, brightening, or anti-aging. You fill out an intake form, and the experts take it from there!

  
  

• Three Key Steps for Cell Turnover: Every facial is designed to stimulate cell turnover and collagen production. This includes three forms of exfoliation: dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, and a chemical peel. All other steps, like the customizable LED light therapy, help hydrate and support your skin post-exfoliation.

  
  

• Tipping is Included! This is a game-changer. The all-inclusive price is $125, and gratuity is already included! No awkward moment at the counter trying to calculate a tip, just pure relaxation from start to finish.

  
  

• No Product Pushing: The Only Facial does not sell product, which means their estheticians offer genuine recommendations on skincare you can buy elsewhere—like Target or Ulta! This takes all the stress out of the experience and ensures you walk out feeling informed, not pressured.

  
  

• The Only Facial offers a special Teen Facial for $90 (gratuity included): This service is a couple of steps shorter than the signature adult facial, making it safer for younger skin. Crucially, the estheticians use this time to educate teens on proper skincare, the acne cycle, and recommending gentle cleansers and SPFs, steering them away from overly active products like retinol.

  
  

The Perfect Stress-Free Holiday Gift

Need a unique holiday gift? The Only Facial has you covered with their special limited-edition Holiday Gift Boxes!

If you purchase a gift card for a $125 Signature Facial, it comes with a beautiful box filled with goodies like a wooden brush, a glass nail file, a cute little makeup bag, and a travel tweezers kit. They also have a cute plaid Teen Gift Box available with the purchase of a Teen Facial gift card. It’s the perfect way to give a thoughtful experience without the anticlimactic feeling of just handing over a gift card.

The Only Facial is open 8 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week, and they still have appointments open before the holidays—so now is the time to book your self-care session!

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~J