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You don’t have time to wait twelve weeks to see if something’s working. That’s why every treatment we offer is built around immediate, visible change—whether you’re dealing with acne scars, sun damage, dullness, or fine lines that showed up faster than you expected.
HydraFacial treatments pull out congestion and push in hydration in under an hour. Microneedling with SkinPen triggers collagen where you actually need it. Chemical peels resurface without leaving you red for days. Each service is customized during your consultation, not picked from a menu and applied the same way to everyone.
You walk out looking like you slept better, drank more water, and finally found something that works. Because you did.
Wake Skincare is based in Wake Forest and serves clients throughout the Triangle, including Moncure. Jacqueline Grace, our founder and the licensed esthetician behind every treatment, has been named Best Esthetician in Wake County three years running and holds HydraFacial Master Certification—a distinction earned by less than one percent of providers worldwide.
She’s also taken first place internationally in the Pigmentation Artist of the Year category at The Skin Games, which means the methods we use aren’t just effective locally—they’re recognized at the highest level. Moncure clients drive in because the results are consistent, the approach is personal, and there’s no pressure to buy products you don’t need.
Every appointment begins with a free skin evaluation. What you’re dealing with gets addressed with a plan that makes sense for your skin, your schedule, and your goals.
First, you schedule a free consultation. This isn’t a sales pitch—it’s a real evaluation where your skin is analyzed under proper lighting and your concerns are heard without interruption. You’ll talk through what’s bothering you, what you’ve tried before, and what kind of results you’re hoping to see.
From there, a treatment plan gets built. It might be a single HydraFacial before an event, or it could be a series of microneedling sessions spaced four weeks apart to address deeper texture issues. Either way, the recommendation is based on what your skin actually needs, not what’s trending or most profitable.
During the treatment, everything is explained as it happens. You’ll know what’s being applied, why it’s being used, and what to expect afterward. Most services take between 30 and 90 minutes depending on the treatment. There’s no downtime with HydraFacial or dermaplaning, and minimal redness with microneedling or light peels.
After your appointment, you’ll get clear aftercare instructions and a realistic timeline for results. If follow-up treatments make sense, that’s discussed upfront—not sprung on you later.
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We offer HydraFacial, SkinPen microneedling, chemical peels, dermaplaning, Botox, and customized facial treatments. Each service can stand alone or combine with others depending on what you’re trying to fix. HydraFacials are the most popular option for first-time clients—they cleanse, extract, and hydrate in one session with zero downtime, making them ideal before weddings, photos, or just when your skin needs a reset.
Microneedling works deeper. It’s used for acne scars, large pores, uneven texture, and fine lines that topical products can’t touch. The treatment creates controlled micro-injuries that trigger your skin’s healing response, building new collagen over the following weeks. Most people need three to six sessions spaced a month apart for full correction.
Chemical peels range from light to medium depth and target everything from dullness and hyperpigmentation to rough texture and early signs of aging. Downtime varies—some peels let you go straight back to work, others involve a few days of flaking. That gets explained during your consultation so there are no surprises.
Moncure is a small, tight-knit community where word travels fast. Clients here tend to come back not because of aggressive marketing, but because the treatments work and the experience doesn’t feel transactional. You’re not upsold. You’re not oversold. You get what you came for.
A HydraFacial typically takes between 30 and 45 minutes from start to finish. That includes cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, and infusion of serums tailored to your skin type. There’s no downtime, so you can book one during lunch or right before an event without worrying about redness or peeling.
Results are immediate. Your skin looks clearer, smoother, and more hydrated as soon as you stand up from the treatment table. That glow lasts about five to seven days on average, which is why many clients book monthly sessions to maintain results. If you’re prepping for a wedding, photoshoot, or important meeting, schedule your HydraFacial one to three days before for peak results.
For deeper concerns like hyperpigmentation, fine lines, or congestion, a series of treatments spaced two to four weeks apart will give you more lasting improvement. But even after one session, people notice.
A regular facial focuses on relaxation and surface-level cleansing. It feels nice, but it’s not designed to correct skin issues or deliver clinical results. A medical spa treatment uses medical-grade products, advanced technology, and techniques that actually change your skin at a deeper level.
HydraFacial, for example, uses patented vortex technology to extract debris from pores while simultaneously infusing peptides, antioxidants, and hyaluronic acid. Microneedling creates controlled injury to stimulate collagen production, which you can’t achieve with massage or steam. Chemical peels use acids at strengths that require professional application and can visibly reduce pigmentation, texture, and fine lines over time.
The other big difference is customization. At a medical spa like ours, your treatment is adjusted in real time based on how your skin responds. The products, the depth, the technique—it all gets tailored. You’re not getting the same service as the person before you, and that’s the point.
Microneedling isn’t painless, but it’s not unbearable either. We apply a topical numbing cream about 20 minutes before the treatment starts, which takes the edge off. Most people describe the sensation as light pressure or a scratching feeling, not sharp pain. Sensitive areas like the forehead or around the nose might feel more intense, but it’s over quickly.
Right after the treatment, your skin will be red and slightly swollen—similar to a moderate sunburn. That usually calms down within 24 hours. Some people are back to normal the next day, others take two to three days depending on how deep the treatment went. You’ll be told exactly what to expect based on your specific plan.
Avoid makeup, heavy sweating, and direct sun exposure for at least 24 hours post-treatment. After that, you can ease back into your routine. Flaking or dryness may happen around day three or four as your skin starts to renew itself, but it’s not the obvious peeling you’d get from a deeper chemical peel. Results build over four to six weeks as collagen production ramps up, so patience pays off here.
You’re never required to buy anything. If what you’re currently using works well with your skin and supports the results of your treatment, there’s no reason to switch. That said, some drugstore or department store products can actually interfere with healing or irritate freshly treated skin, especially after microneedling or chemical peels.
During your consultation, your current routine gets reviewed. If something you’re using could cause a problem—like a retinol that’s too strong post-peel or a cleanser that’s stripping your moisture barrier—we’ll point that out with an explanation, not a sales pitch. Recommendations are made when they’ll genuinely improve your results or protect your investment in the treatment.
We carry medical-grade skincare, which means higher concentrations of active ingredients and better absorption than over-the-counter options. But it’s not pushed on you. If you want to add something to your routine, the option is there. If you’d rather wait or stick with what you have, that’s respected. The goal is results, not a big product sale at checkout.
It depends on what you’re treating and what your goals are. For general maintenance and that “I just had a facial” glow, most clients book a HydraFacial every four to six weeks. That keeps your skin clear, hydrated, and bright without a major time or financial commitment.
If you’re working on something specific—like acne scarring, melasma, or deep wrinkles—you’ll likely need a series of treatments up front, then transition to maintenance. Microneedling is usually done in sets of three to six sessions spaced four weeks apart, then once or twice a year after that to keep collagen levels up. Chemical peels follow a similar pattern depending on the depth and your skin’s response.
During your free consultation, a realistic treatment schedule gets mapped out. There’s no pressure to pre-pay for a package or commit to more than you’re comfortable with. Some people come in once before a big event and never come back. Others become monthly regulars. Both are fine. Your plan is based on your skin and your life, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
It’s possible, but not always recommended depending on the type of facial. Botox needs to stay in place after injection, so anything that involves heavy massage, heat, or lying face-down for an extended period can cause it to migrate. That’s why we usually suggest spacing them out by at least 24 hours if the facial is intensive.
HydraFacial is gentle enough that it can often be done on the same day as Botox as long as the Botox is injected after the facial, not before. Dermaplaning is another option that pairs well since there’s no pressure or manipulation of the muscles. Microneedling, on the other hand, should be scheduled at least two weeks away from Botox to avoid any complications or interference with results.
The best approach is to mention during your consultation that you’re interested in both services. We’ll create a safe, effective schedule so you get the most out of each treatment without compromising either one. Timing matters more than most people realize, and getting it right makes a noticeable difference in how well everything works together.
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