As Seen in Vogue: First Facial Journey

In a recent Vogue feature titled “It’s Never Too Late for Your First Facial,” fashion editor Mark Holgate visits New York–based facialist Cynthia Rivas for his first-ever professional skincare treatment. Known for her results-driven approach and ability to merge advanced skin technology with holistic techniques, Rivas guides him through a completely personalized, judgment-free experience.

Holgate arrives with no skincare routine to speak of—no moisturizer, sunscreen, or cleanser beyond a basic drugstore scrub. But in the hands of Cynthia Rivas, that’s not a problem. With a calm, confident presence, she meets him where he’s at, focusing on education, empowerment, and long-term skin health.

“Rivas is a terrific facialist, for sure,” Holgate writes, “but what makes her so good is her ability to sensitively intuit how to work with her clients.”

Throughout the treatment, Cynthia blends science and touch: oxygen therapy, lymphatic massage, and gentle extractions, all tailored to his unique skin concerns. What begins as a simple facial becomes a full-circle moment in self-care.

By the end, Holgate notes brighter, healthier, softer skin—and more importantly, a new mindset. With Cynthia’s thoughtful product guidance and clinical insights, the mirror becomes a symbol not just of where your skin is, but where it can go.

→ Read the full article on Vogue
→ Experience a facial with Cynthia Rivas