SOM Illuminate
Facial in San Diego
The SOM Illuminate Facial is our signature, dermatologist-designed treatment combining exfoliation, extractions, and brightening for radiant, healthy skin. At SOM Aesthetics in Encinitas, by our medical team.
What is the SOM Illuminate Facial and how much does it cost?
The SOM Illuminate Facial at SOM Aesthetics in Encinitas is about $250, confirmed in consultation. It is our signature, dermatologist-designed facial that combines deep cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and brightening serums for radiant, even-toned skin, with no downtime. Customized to your skin and ideal monthly. Delivered by our medical team under A dermatologist-trained SOM provider.
~$250
Monthly glow
45–60 min
None
Radiant glow
All tones
45–60 minutes
Same day
Monthly upkeep
None
Cleanse, exfoliate, brighten
Dermatologist-trained provider
Our signature facial for radiant skin.
The SOM Illuminate Facial is our signature treatment, designed by a dermatologist. It layers deep cleansing, gentle exfoliation, extractions, and targeted brightening serums into one relaxing, results-driven facial for radiant, even-toned skin.
Every step is customized to your skin, and the whole experience is medical-grade, not a generic spa facial, with zero downtime. Ideal monthly to keep skin glowing and healthy. Our team tailors each visit.
✓ Dermatologist-designed
Our signature protocol, built by a dermatology clinic.
✓ Customized every visit
Steps and serums tailored to your skin each time.
✓ The SOM Method
Dermatologist-trained providers follow the SOM Method.
✓ Brightening focus
Targets dullness and uneven tone for visible radiance.
✓ Relaxing, no downtime
A treat for your skin you can enjoy any day.
Is the SOM Illuminate Facial right for you?
✓ Good Candidates
• Dull tone wanting radiance
• Congestion and clogged pores
• Want a relaxing, results-driven facial
• Monthly skin maintenance
• Any skin tone or type
• Glow before an event
✗ May Not Be Right For
• Active, inflamed acne breakout
• Active cold sore or skin infection
• Recent sunburn in the area
• Very sensitive or compromised skin (ask first)
• Recent ablative laser or deep peel (let it heal)
• Recently on Accutane (ask first)
Our team, under A dermatologist-trained SOM provider, customizes the facial to your skin.
SOM Illuminate vs. other facials.
SOM Illuminate guided by dermatologist-led standards and the SOM Method.
Dermatologist-trained SOM providers plan and deliver SOM Illuminate through the SOM Method, with consultation, candidacy review, individualized treatment planning, documentation, and follow-up.
How much is the SOM Illuminate Facial in San Diego?
Per facial
New patient rate
10% off retail + priority
Available after first visit
For best glow
Membership and package pricing available
Final pricing is confirmed in consultation. 0% APR financing through Cherry and CareCredit for qualifying patients.
Four steps. One personalized plan.
Our team assesses your skin and customizes the steps and serums.
Deep cleansing and gentle exfoliation prepare the skin.
About 45 to 60 minutes. Extractions and brightening serums are applied.
Radiant, even skin with no downtime; repeat monthly for best results.
Before · During · After
How to prepare for your facial
Arrive with clean skin if possible. Pause strong retinoids or acids for a couple of days before, and tell us about any active breakouts, cold sores, or recent sun.
• Pause retinoids/acids a couple days before
• Tell us about active breakouts or cold sores
• Avoid recent sunburn
• Come with clean skin if possible
• Plan monthly for best glow
What happens during a SOM Illuminate facial
Our signature SOM Illuminate facial takes about 45 to 60 minutes. It layers exfoliation, brightening actives, and LED in a customized protocol for radiance. It is relaxing and gentle, with no discomfort and no downtime.
• 45–60 minute signature facial
• Exfoliation + brightening actives
• Finished with LED
• Customized for radiance
• No discomfort or downtime
SOM Illuminate aftercare
Skin looks radiant and feels refreshed right away, with no downtime. You can wear makeup and resume your day. Use SPF daily. A monthly Illuminate facial maintains brightness and pairs well with your other treatments.
• Radiant, refreshed instantly
• No downtime, makeup okay
• Daily SPF
• Monthly to maintain glow
• Pairs with other treatments
Is the facial safe, and what to do after?
✓ Do
• Apply sunscreen daily and reapply outdoors
• Keep skin hydrated
• Use gentle products for a day
• Resume your routine the next day
• Repeat monthly for best skin
• Call us with any unusual symptoms
✗ Don't
• Do not over-exfoliate at home for a day or two
• Do not pick at your skin
• Avoid harsh actives the same day
• Do not treat over active infection or sunburn
• Do not skip sunscreen after
• Do not replace medical review with online advice
SOM Illuminate Facial questions
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SOM Illuminate Facial in Encinitas / North County San Diego.
SOM Aesthetics is at 25 E E St, Encinitas, CA 92024, accessible from Del Mar, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Solana Beach, and Rancho Santa Fe. Call (760) 766-7546.
