What is a Back Facial?
A Back Facial is professional skincare for one of the most overlooked areas of the body. It is a customized treatment that deeply cleanses and exfoliates the back to help address congestion, clogged pores, breakouts, rough texture, and dullness — not a shortened face facial done on the wrong area.
Your esthetician selects cleansing, exfoliation, extractions when appropriate, a targeted treatment mask, and finishing products for your skin that day. The goal is smoother, clearer, healthier-looking skin on the back and shoulders so you feel comfortable in open-necklines, workouts, and warm weather.
Part of our facials in Chicago menu. Full pricing: price list.
Back facials in Gold Coast, Chicago
Clients search for a back facial in Chicago when sweat, friction from bags and workout gear, and hard-to-reach cleansing leave the back congested — bumps along the shoulders, clogged pores, or dull, uneven texture. Our Gold Coast studio at 21 W Elm St is set up for professional back cleansing and extractions in a private treatment room.
Whether you live in Gold Coast, River North, Streeterville, or visit before an event or vacation, this 75-minute visit focuses on the back and shoulders with products and techniques chosen for body skin, not a face protocol stretched over a larger area.
Who it’s for — and when to book something else
Book the Back Facial if you notice back congestion, clogged pores, breakouts, rough texture, or dullness on the back and shoulders and want a professional deep cleanse with extractions and a treatment mask tailored to your skin.
Choose the Acne Under Control Facial when breakouts and congestion are mainly on the face and neck — a face-focused protocol with its own booking link and plan.
Back or shoulder waxing is a separate service on our waxing menu — not included in this facial.
Tell us when you book if you are pregnant, use prescription retinoids, had a recent peel or sunburn on the back, or have areas of broken or irritated skin so we can adjust technique and timing.
Your Back Facial treatment steps
Typical flow for a 75-minute visit. Products are selected in the room.
- Consultation. We review congestion, sensitivity, and goals for your back and shoulders so the facial targets today’s skin.
- Deep cleanse and professional exfoliation. Surface buildup, sweat, and oils are removed; exfoliation is scaled to your skin so pores can be addressed without unnecessary irritation.
- Extractions as needed. Clogged pores and congestion are cleared with professional technique when appropriate for your skin.
- Targeted treatment mask. A mask is chosen to help calm, clarify, or smooth the look of congested or dull back skin.
- Finishing skincare. Moisturizer and home-care guidance complete the visit so results last between appointments.
What to expect on your visit
Assessment
We look at congestion patterns on the back and shoulders, note sensitivity or active breakouts, and confirm what you want to improve — clarity, texture, or overall cleanliness. The plan is written for body skin, not copied from a face template.
Treatment
Seventy-five minutes focused on your back and shoulders. Expect thorough cleansing, customized exfoliation, extractions when appropriate, a professional mask, and finishing products. You lie comfortably while we work on hard-to-reach areas you cannot treat effectively at home.
Aftercare
Some pinkness after extractions is normal and usually settles within a day or two. For 24–48 hours, wear breathable fabrics, hydrate, and avoid aggressive scrubs or new strong acids on the back unless we cleared them. Consistent professional care plus simple home hygiene usually beats one-off picking or drugstore spot treatments.
Before you come
Shower if you can and skip heavy body lotion on the back the day of your appointment. If you use prescription retinoids on the body, pause them for a few days before your visit when your skin tolerates it — mention everything at booking.
Avoid picking or aggressive at-home extractions on the back the week of your visit; fresh irritation changes what we can safely do in the room. For more context on shoulder and back breakouts, see our guide professional back facials in Chicago — then book this service when you are ready for a hands-on treatment.
FAQ
- How much does a Back Facial cost in Chicago?
- $255 for 75 minutes at Skin and Beyond Spa, Gold Coast. Flat price on our facials price list. Book the Back Facial service, not a generic salon link.
- What is a back facial treatment?
- A customized back facial includes deep cleansing, professional exfoliation, extractions as needed, a treatment mask, and finishing skincare selected for congestion, clogged pores, breakouts, or dull texture on the back and shoulders.
- Are extractions included?
- Yes — extractions are performed as needed during the facial when your skin is appropriate for them. We do not force extractions on inflamed or compromised areas.
- Is this the same as an acne facial for my face?
- No. The Back Facial is a body treatment for the back and shoulders. For face-focused breakouts, book the Acne Under Control Facial.
- How often should I get a back facial?
- Many clients start every four to eight weeks while congestion is active, then space visits as skin improves. Your esthetician will suggest a realistic cadence after your first appointment.
- Where are you located?
- 21 W Elm St, 2nd floor, Gold Coast, Chicago, IL 60610. Call +1 312 404 7262 or book online.
What clients say
5.0 ★★★★★ 64 Google reviews
Love, love, love Natallia! She is so kind and makes her appointments so enjoyable. She helped me glow for my wedding day and I'll be going back 🙂
She quickly identified what my skin needed and tailored the treatment on the spot. It never felt like a generic session.
I felt relaxed, comfortable, and left with GLOWING skin. I didn’t experience any negative reactions in the days after.
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Skin and Beyond Spa
21 W Elm St, 2nd floor
Gold Coast, Chicago, IL 60610
Serving Gold Coast, Magnificent Mile, River North, Streeterville, and Old Town.
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