Cleanse & assess
Stone Crop Cleansing Oil and Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser prepare the skin. Stone Crop Oxygenating Fizzofoliant provides the initial exfoliation, followed by skin assessment and extractions if appropriate.
Eminence Organic Skin Care · Bankers Hill, San Diego
The Detox Facial
A stimulating facial for dull, congested or tired-looking skin. Professional Eminence exfoliation meets cooling jade and rose-quartz massage, with nourishing finishing care.
Stimulating care. A cooling finish.
Refresh the look and feel of your skin.
The Detox Facial is a 50-minute Eminence treatment combining thorough cleansing, professional exfoliation and chilled stone rollers. The contrast between warming skincare and cooling massage gives this facial its distinctive character.
Your visit includes extractions when appropriate, a cooling masque, and arm, neck and shoulder massage. Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil and eye care are applied during the finishing stage, followed by moisture selected for your skin and appropriate daytime sun protection.
Here, “detox” describes care for surface buildup and a dull or congested appearance. It is not a treatment to remove toxins from your body. Your esthetician assesses whether this stimulating facial suits your skin before proceeding.
The treatment experience
Cleansing, exfoliation and cooling massage.
The treatment moves through several forms of care. Your skin’s condition and the products you use at home guide our suitability discussion.
Warm & refine
Blueberry Detox Firming Peel provides stimulating professional exfoliation. Arm, neck and shoulder massage accompanies this portion of the facial. Warmth and temporary redness may occur.
Cool & refresh
Clear Skin Probiotic Masque is paired with chilled jade roller massage. A professional Mangosteen lactic peel and gentle facial massage continue the surface-refining care.
Nourish & finish
Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil, eye care and a chilled rose-quartz roller complete the massage experience. Selected moisture and daytime SPF finish the facial, with guidance for your routine afterward.
Professional exfoliants and the layered treatment sequence belong in the spa. The home routine below uses a gentler approach.
Jade & rose quartz
The cooling part of the experience
Chilled stone rollers bring a refreshing sensation to facial massage and may temporarily soften the appearance of puffiness.
Jade during the masque
A chilled jade roller is used over the Clear Skin Probiotic Masque. The cool surface and light massage provide a contrast to the preceding warming treatment.
Rose quartz with finishing care
A chilled rose-quartz roller is used during application of the facial oil and eye care. The emphasis is gentle contact and comfort.
The choice of stone contributes to the experience; it does not establish a unique medical benefit. Any improvement in puffiness from cooling massage is temporary.
Comfort matters throughout. Tell your esthetician if the temperature, pressure or a product feels uncomfortable. Intense heat or stronger pressure is not necessary for a useful facial.
Professional exfoliation
Know which products stay in the treatment room.
Both peels below are professional-only products. They are explained here so you understand the treatment and ensure it's right for you. If you are unsure, ask your Esthestician.
The stimulating stage
Blueberry Detox Firming Peel
This professional peel contains berry ingredients, lactic acid and paprika. It exfoliates and helps refine the appearance of surface texture; paprika contributes to its stimulating character.
It is not suitable for very sensitive or rosacea-prone skin. Please contact us before booking if you flush easily, have rosacea or are experiencing irritation. A different facial may be a better choice.
Surface & pore refinement
Mangosteen Lactic Pro Peel
This professional lactic acid treatment removes surface buildup and helps improve the appearance of pores and uneven texture. It is one part of this facial’s multi-stage exfoliation.
Suitability is assessed for the whole treatment. A single product’s sensitive-skin designation does not make every step of The Detox Facial appropriate for reactive skin.
Retail skincare & home-care choices
Products you can continue using at home.
These products are available for retail purchase. Some are used during the facial; others are home-care options to discuss with your esthetician. You do not need the entire collection.
The first cleanse
Stone Crop Cleansing Oil
A cleansing oil that helps remove makeup and surface impurities. It contains stone crop, sunflower and jojoba oils, along with Eminence’s microgreens complex. It begins the professional facial and can be an optional first cleanse at home.
How to use at home
- Smooth a small amount of Stone Crop Cleansing Oil over the face and neck with gentle circular fingertip movements.
- Add water to emulsify if desired, then rinse thoroughly.
- Follow with a second cleanser only if needed to remove remaining makeup, sunscreen or residue.
A second cleansing step
Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser
This cream-gel formula contains cucumber, yogurt and sweet almond milk. It follows the cleansing oil in the treatment. For home use, your esthetician can assess whether it suits your skin, particularly if you are dry, sensitive or using active skincare.
How to use at home
- Dilute a pea-sized amount of Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser with water in your hands.
- Massage gently over the face and neck for 1–3 minutes, avoiding the eyes.
- Remove completely with a soft, damp cloth, then rinse away any residue.
Powder exfoliation
Stone Crop Oxygenating Fizzofoliant
A water-activated exfoliating powder with rice flour, adzuki flour and a microgreens complex. Its fizzing texture is part of the treatment experience. Home use is optional and should be coordinated with your professional exfoliation and other active products.
How to use at home
- Tip a small amount of dry Stone Crop Oxygenating Fizzofoliant into a wet palm and add a few drops of water.
- Rub your palms together to make foam, then gently massage over your face in circles, avoiding the eye area.
- Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Use this as your only exfoliant in the session, once your skin has been cleared for exfoliation.
The cooling masque stage
Clear Skin Probiotic Masque
A masque with cucumber, yogurt and kaolin clay, used during the chilled jade roller portion of this facial. It is also a retail option for suitable blemish-prone skin; a different masque may better suit a dry or easily irritated home-care routine.
How to use at home
- Blend a small amount of Clear Skin Probiotic Masque with a few drops of water in your palm.
- Spread evenly over clean skin, keeping clear of the eyes and lips.
- Leave for 5–10 minutes, then remove gently with a lukewarm, damp cloth and rinse thoroughly.
Finishing care
Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil
A facial oil with rosehip, seabuckthorn and jojoba oils that helps soften dry skin and improve the appearance of firmness. It is applied during the rose-quartz roller portion of the treatment and may also suit your home routine.
How to use at home
- Smooth 2–3 drops of Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil in a thin layer over the face and neck, using gentle circular movements.
- Leave on. The product directions allow once or twice daily use; follow the plan your esthetician recommends.
- Apply any daytime sunscreen last. Stop optional massage if the roller drags against your skin.
Recommended for home care
Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque
A rich, slow-absorbing masque for dry, dull-looking skin. Its prebiotic, probiotic-derived and postbiotic ingredients support the moisture barrier; the formula contains no live probiotic cultures. This is a home-care recommendation, not a guaranteed inclusion in the spa treatment.
How to use at home
- Spread Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque evenly over face, neck and upper chest, avoiding the eyes.
- Allow 5–10 minutes to absorb. Leave on; do not rinse.
- Gently tissue off excess. It can serve as your moisture step when suitable.
Take-home products are purchased separately. Our Eminence shopping link opens the storefront; purchases through that link credit The Knotstop. You can also shop in the Spa Boutique.
Results & suitability
A smoother feel and a refreshed appearance.
Exfoliation can leave skin feeling smoother and looking brighter. Cooling massage may offer a temporary improvement in the appearance of puffiness, while the finishing products help leave skin comfortable.
Results depend on your starting condition, tolerance and home care. Temporary redness or sensitivity may follow a stimulating treatment, and a completely reaction-free result cannot be guaranteed.
This facial does not permanently lift the face or replace medical care for persistent swelling, rosacea or other skin conditions.
Dullness & surface buildup
Professional exfoliation gives these concerns focused attention without making visible peeling the measure of success.
Congestion & uneven texture
Cleansing, exfoliation and appropriate extractions are combined with masque care and finishing moisture.
Very sensitive or rosacea-prone skin
The standard Blueberry peel is unsuitable. Ask us about another facial before reserving this service.
Before & after your appointment
Prepare your skin and protect your results.
Share your current products and recent treatment history. Your esthetician will explain preparation and aftercare for the facial planned for you.
Before Your Facial
- Tell us about rosacea, easy flushing, allergies, current irritation, pregnancy or breastfeeding before booking.
- Bring the names or photos of your skincare, including retinol, exfoliating acids and prescription products. Ask about treatment timing before changing your routine; prescription changes belong with your prescribing clinician.
- Avoid adding extra scrubs or at-home peels before your appointment. Let us know about recent waxing, laser procedures or other professional exfoliation.
- Call if you are sunburned or your skin is broken, sore or unusually sensitive. Mention any upcoming event so we can discuss appointment timing.
After Your Facial
- Use a gentle cleanser and suitable moisturizer. Follow the specific advice given about when to resume exfoliation, retinoids and other active products.
- Use broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher, follow reapplication directions and limit sun exposure with shade and protective clothing.
- Avoid picking or scrubbing if flaking occurs. Leave extractions to your esthetician and let us know if you have questions about the skin’s response.
- Keep the routine simple while skin feels sensitive. Contact us with aftercare questions; seek medical advice for significant burning, swelling or worsening discomfort.
Home care between appointments
Keep your routine consistent and comfortable.
The professional facial uses several exfoliating stages. Your daily care should support your skin with cleansing, appropriate moisture and sun protection.
The routine below uses Eminence examples from the Spa Boutique. Substitute suitable products you already own. Bring your existing routine to your appointment so we can explain which products fit and where you may be doubling up.
Allow for recovery first. The occasional home facial is for comfortable skin between appointments, after your esthetician has cleared you to resume optional exfoliation and masques.
Morning care
Cleanse, moisturize and protect.
- Cleanse gently. Stone Crop Gel Wash is an option to discuss. Choose a cleanser that leaves your skin comfortable, rather than tight or stripped.
- Choose finishing care. If Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil is suitable for you, use it according to its label. It is optional; you do not need to add a facial oil if your existing routine provides enough comfort.
- Moisturize as needed. Ask which texture suits your skin. Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer and Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Hydrator are options we can review alongside your own products.
- Protect from the sun. Use broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher. Radiant Protection SPF Fluid is an Eminence option in the boutique. Follow its label and choose water-resistant protection when swimming or sweating.
Evening care
Remove the day and replenish moisture.
- Remove makeup and sunscreen. Stone Crop Cleansing Oil can be an optional first cleanse. Follow with a gentle cleanser if needed, using lukewarm water and light fingertips.
- Review active products. Follow the treatment plan recommended for you. Avoid automatically using a resurfacing cleanser, scrub and leave-on acid in the same routine.
- Apply suitable moisture. Use your chosen moisturizer. For dry, dull-looking skin, Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque is an occasional moisture-focused option to use according to its label.
- Watch your skin’s response. If it becomes sore, persistently tight or irritated, leave out optional exfoliation and ask for advice. Do not try to scrub away the discomfort.
A complete facial at home
A gentle routine for a refreshed complexion.
Choose familiar products and leave the professional peels in the spa. A home facial can be useful without heat, steam or several exfoliating steps.
Begin with a thorough cleanse
Eminence options: Stone Crop Cleansing Oil + Stone Crop Gel Wash
- Wash your hands, remove makeup and sunscreen, and cleanse gently.
- An oil cleanse followed by a gel wash is optional when one cleanse does not remove everything.
- Rinse well and pat dry.
- Tie longer hair back and keep a clean towel and your chosen products within reach.
How to use this suggested product
- Stone Crop Cleansing Oil: Smooth a small amount of Stone Crop Cleansing Oil over the face and neck with gentle circular fingertip movements.
- Stone Crop Cleansing Oil: Add water to emulsify if desired, then rinse thoroughly.
- Stone Crop Cleansing Oil: Follow with a second cleanser only if needed to remove remaining makeup, sunscreen or residue.
- Stone Crop Gel Wash: Mix a small amount of Stone Crop Gel Wash with water in your hands.
- Stone Crop Gel Wash: Gently work over the face and neck, keeping clear of the eyes.
- Stone Crop Gel Wash: Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a clean towel.
Exfoliate only when appropriate
Optional Eminence product: Stone Crop Oxygenating Fizzofoliant
- Use the retail product according to its label only when your skin is comfortable and cleared for exfoliation.
- Choose one exfoliant.
- Skip this step if you are irritated, sunburned, recovering from a peel or unsure how it fits with prescribed skincare.
How to use this suggested product
- Tip a small amount of dry Stone Crop Oxygenating Fizzofoliant into a wet palm and add a few drops of water.
- Rub your palms together to make foam, then gently massage over your face in circles, avoiding the eye area.
- Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Use this as your only exfoliant in the session, once your skin has been cleared for exfoliation.
Select one suitable masque
Eminence options: Clear Skin Probiotic Masque or Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque
- The probiotic masque is an option for suitable blemish-prone skin; the Kombucha masque provides rich, moisture-focused care for dry, dull-looking skin.
- Choose for your skin’s condition rather than layer both.
- Follow the selected product’s application and removal directions.
- Remove a rinse-off masque with lukewarm water and a soft damp cloth; soften dried areas before lifting away.
- If you choose the leave-on Kombucha masque, do not rinse it off; it can serve as your moisture step.
How to use this suggested product
- Clear Skin Probiotic Masque: Blend a small amount of Clear Skin Probiotic Masque with a few drops of water in your palm.
- Clear Skin Probiotic Masque: Spread evenly over clean skin, keeping clear of the eyes and lips.
- Clear Skin Probiotic Masque: Leave for 5–10 minutes, then remove gently with a lukewarm, damp cloth and rinse thoroughly.
- Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque: Spread Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque evenly over face, neck and upper chest, avoiding the eyes.
- Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque: Allow 5–10 minutes to absorb. Leave on; do not rinse.
- Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque: Gently tissue off excess. It can serve as your moisture step when suitable.
- Choose one masque for this session.
Add gentle cooling massage if desired
- On comfortable skin, a clean, cool roller can be an optional massage tool.
- Use light pressure over a product that provides enough slip, without dragging.
- Avoid inflamed blemishes, broken skin and irritated areas.
- A roller is not essential to the routine.
- Use the clean roller on skin with enough slip, moving gently outward over the cheeks.
- Keep the roller comfortably cool; do not freeze it or press hard to create a stronger sensation.
- Clean the tool after use according to its instructions and let it dry before storing.
Choose your finishing oil or serum
Eminence option: Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil
- If it suits your skin, apply the oil as directed, or use your familiar serum instead.
- You do not need both.
- Leave out optional active products if your skin feels sensitive after the earlier steps.
How to use this suggested product
- Smooth 2–3 drops of Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil in a thin layer over the face and neck, using gentle circular movements.
- Leave on. The product directions allow once or twice daily use; follow the plan your esthetician recommends.
- Apply any daytime sunscreen last. Stop optional massage if the roller drags against your skin.
Finish with appropriate moisture
- Use a moisturizer that leaves skin comfortable.
- If you chose the leave-on Kombucha masque, follow its directions and assess whether you need another layer.
- Avoid adding products simply to make the routine longer.
- Smooth a comfortable layer over your face and neck without vigorous rubbing.
- If skin feels tight or uncomfortable, simplify the remaining steps rather than add another active treatment.
How to use this suggested product
- Spread Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque evenly over face, neck and upper chest, avoiding the eyes.
- Allow 5–10 minutes to absorb. Leave on; do not rinse.
- Gently tissue off excess. It can serve as your moisture step when suitable.
Protect during daylight
- Finish a daytime routine with broad-spectrum sunscreen.
- Follow the label for application and reapplication.
- For an evening facial, finish with your moisture step and apply sunscreen the next morning.
- Choose broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher and cover your face, ears, neck and exposed upper chest evenly.
- Apply 15 minutes before going outdoors. Reapply at least every two hours outdoors according to the label; choose a water-resistant formula for swimming or sweating.
- Use shade and protective clothing alongside sunscreen.
Adjust the routine to your skin.
Dry or tight skin
Prioritize gentle cleansing and comfortable moisture. Optional exfoliation can wait until your skin feels settled.
Congestion with excess oil
Discuss the probiotic cleanser and masque with your esthetician. A clearer-looking complexion does not require leaving your skin dry.
Rosacea or frequent flushing
Ask about a gentler facial and a suitable home routine. Do not reproduce the warming stage or use strong products to chase a rosy glow.
Explore our facial collection
Other approaches to professional skincare.
Choose according to your skin, the experience you prefer and the concerns you want to discuss.
Broadly customized Eminence care
The Knotstop Signature Facial
A versatile facial with personalized product choices and one included eligible enhancement. Ask about suitability if you need gentler care.
Congestion & breakouts
Clear Skin Facial
Focused care for clogged pores and breakout-prone skin, with extractions where appropriate and relevant home-care education.
An introduction to Lira Clinical
The Red Carpet Treatment
Our introductory Lira treatment with professional resurfacing, a lifting masque, massage and finishing skincare.
Your first visit
Begin at the Member Rate.
New guests receive the applicable Member Rate on their first qualifying service, applied at checkout. The Detox Facial qualifies. Paid enhancements are additional.
Seasonal Facials and Couples Massage are excluded from the first-visit offer.
Ongoing care
Explore The KnotClub.
KnotClub members receive Member Rates on qualifying services. The skincare membership includes The Knotstop Signature Facial each month.
Ask Guest Services about current eligibility and any additional payment for a different facial. Your appointment plan should reflect your skin’s response.
Before you book
Questions about The Detox Facial
What does “detox” mean in this facial?
Here it describes a cleansing and exfoliating facial intended to refresh dull, congested or tired-looking skin. It is not a treatment to remove toxins from your body. The distinctive experience combines professional exfoliation, warming and cooling sensations, and chilled facial rollers.
Is The Detox Facial suitable for sensitive skin or rosacea?
The standard treatment includes Blueberry Detox Firming Peel, which Eminence excludes for very sensitive and rosacea-prone skin. Contact the spa before booking if that describes your skin. Your esthetician can discuss a more suitable facial rather than assume every step of this treatment will be appropriate.
What does the warming peel feel like?
The Blueberry Detox Firming Peel contains paprika and may create warmth, tingling and temporary redness. Tell your esthetician how your skin feels throughout the treatment. You should not tolerate intense burning to obtain a result; discomfort needs prompt attention.
Will the rollers lift my face or remove puffiness permanently?
No. Cooling facial massage may temporarily soften the appearance of puffiness and feels refreshing. Jade and rose quartz rollers do not permanently lift the face, remove facial fat or erase wrinkles. The professional exfoliation and finishing skincare have separate roles in the facial.
Are extractions included?
Your esthetician examines the skin after cleansing and initial exfoliation and performs extractions if appropriate. Not every blemish should be extracted. If ongoing acne or congestion is your main concern, Clear Skin Facial offers another focused option to discuss.
Can I book if I use retinol, acids or prescription skincare?
Contact us before booking and share your product names, medications and recent professional treatments. They affect exfoliation choices and timing. Do not stop or change prescribed medication without guidance from your prescribing clinician. Your esthetician will explain preparation and when to resume optional active skincare.
Is this facial suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Please contact the spa before booking so we can review the complete planned treatment with you. Organic skincare is not automatically suitable for every pregnancy or breastfeeding situation. Your maternity care clinician can advise on medical restrictions, and your esthetician can discuss appropriate service choices.
Does The Detox Facial include the Signature enhancement choice?
No. The Detox Facial includes its own professional exfoliation, masque care, chilled roller experience and massage as described on this page. The choice of an included enhancement belongs to The Knotstop Signature Facial. Other enhancements require a separate suitability and pricing discussion.
Should I book immediately before an event?
Tell us about your event before scheduling. Warmth, redness, sensitivity or flaking may affect how your skin looks and how makeup sits. Allow time to learn your response, especially before your first stimulating facial; we cannot guarantee an immediate event-ready result.
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