facial clearance
[/ˈfeɪʃəl ˈklɪrəns/]
nounpl: facial clearances
limpeza facial
1. A professional skincare treatment involving cleansing and removal of impurities, dead skin cells, and excess oil from the face to improve skin clarity and appearance
She booked a facial clearance at the spa to treat her acne-prone skin.
Ela agendou uma limpeza facial no spa para tratar sua pele propensa a acne.
2. In sports/athletics, the action of clearing the ball or puck away from one's facial area to prevent injury
The goalkeeper performed a quick facial clearance to avoid the incoming shot.
O goleiro realizou um afastamento rápido para evitar o chute que vinha em direção ao rosto.
3. In medical/dental contexts, the removal of obstructions or debris from around the face or facial structures
The emergency team performed facial clearance to ensure proper airway management.
A equipe de emergência realizou uma limpeza facial para garantir o manejo adequado das vias aéreas.
In Brazil, facial clearance is a popular and widely accessible beauty treatment, often combined with other skincare procedures at salons (salões de beleza). It is considered an important part of skincare routines, particularly in urban areas like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The term is also used in medical emergency contexts to describe airway clearance procedures.
NYC Slang
face cleaning / clearing the face
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