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
Synonyms / Sinônimos
facial cleaningfacial treatmentface cleansingskin clearing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limpeza facial
Most common term used in beauty and skincare context
Rio de Janeiro
limpeza de pele / limpeza facial
Both terms are used interchangeably in cosmetic salons
São Paulo
limpeza facial / tratamento facial
More formal and clinical usage in upscale spas
Portugal
limpeza facial / higienização facial
Similar usage but may emphasize hygiene aspect

Related Words

facialskincareacne treatmentdermatologyexfoliationcleansing

Related Idioms & Phrases

clear the face
facial treatment
skin clearing procedure
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