Facial for Fighters: a gentle facial for skin affected by cancer treatment

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we're shining a light on our Facial for Fighters, a gentle facial for skin affected by cancer treatment.

Breast cancer has a way of touching almost everyone. Maybe it's your story, or your mum's, your sister's, your best friend's. Maybe it's a client who's been sitting in our chair for years. This October, we wanted to do more than wear pink, and offer something that genuinely helps: an hour of gentle, expert care for the people going through it.

What is the Facial for Fighters?

The Facial for Fighters is a gentle, deeply nurturing facial created for people going through, or recovering from, cancer treatment. It focuses on comfort first: calming, hydrating and soothing the skin with a light touch, and leaving out anything harsh or aggressive.

But honestly? It's as much about how you feel as how your skin looks. It's time to lie back, switch off and be looked after by skin therapists who genuinely care. No appointments to remember, no decisions to make. Just you.

How cancer treatment can affect your skin

Treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation can change the way your skin behaves. Many people notice their skin becoming drier, tighter, more sensitive or more reactive than usual, and some experience redness or a dull, tired look. Everyone's experience is different, which is why we tailor every Facial for Fighters to how your skin is feeling on the day.

What to expect during your facial

Your therapist will start with a chat about your treatment, your skin and anything you'd like us to avoid. From there, expect gentle cleansing, soothing hydration and calming massage, using products chosen for sensitive skin.

Can you have a facial during chemotherapy or radiation?

It depends on you, your treatment and where you're at, so please check with your oncology team before booking any skin treatment, including this one. When you book, let us know what treatment you're having or have recently finished. We'll adapt everything to suit, keep things gentle, and never work over broken or irritated skin.

How to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month with us

Gift someone some care. When someone you love is going through treatment, it can be hard to know what to say or do. A Facial for Fighters treatment is a way of saying "I'm thinking of you" that they'll actually feel. 

Spread the word. Share this article with someone who'd love it, and tag us on Instagram @the_skinbar so we can say thank you.

Know your normal: a reminder to check your breasts

You know we're big on routines, so here's one more. Get familiar with how your breasts usually look and feel, and if you notice any changes, book in with your GP. It only takes a few minutes, and it's one of the kindest things you can do for yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Who is the Facial for Fighters for?

Anyone going through, or recovering from, cancer treatment who'd like gentle, comforting care for sensitive skin. Each session is gentle, calming, and restorative, free of all active or invasive ingredients.

Where and How can I book?

To make sure everything is handled safely, our Customer Experience team manages all bookings and doctor clearances. 

Prior to your appointment, we’ll need a doctor’s clearance - please send this through via email to enquiries@theskinbar.com.au and we’ll confirm your suitability before booking. If you’re happy to share a contact number, one of our team will give you a call to get everything sorted. We’ll also send a short consultation form so we can understand your skin before your visit.

Thank you for being part of our community, this month and every month. Let's glow for a cause. 

With love, The Skin Bar Team