Straight answer first: NOLA Chill doesn’t offer HydraFacial. Our CryoFacial is a different kind of visit: about 4 minutes of cold air moved around your face and neck in a 10-minute appointment, with no products, no extractions and no downtime. Here’s how the two compare, and when each one fits.
HydraFacial vs. CryoFacial at a glance
| HydraFacial | CryoFacial at NOLA Chill | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A patented, device-based facial that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts and applies serums | A staff-guided cold-air facial. The XCryo applicator keeps moving around your face and neck. |
| On your skin | A peel, suction extraction and hydrating serums | Cold, dry air only. No products and no extractions. |
| Where | Medical spas and dermatology offices | A private room at 6045 Magazine Street |
| Time | Usually under an hour | About 4 minutes of cold air, in a 10-minute appointment |
| Price | Healthline cited an average of about $175 per session | $40. Packages: 5 for $160 or 10 for $250. |
When a HydraFacial is the better pick
- You want a deep clean, exfoliation and extractions.
- You want serums applied as part of the treatment.
- You have a specific skin concern you’d like a licensed esthetician or dermatologist to look at.
When a CryoFacial fits better
- You have 10 minutes. Before work, on a lunch break, or the morning of an event or photos.
- You’d rather skip products. Nothing goes on your skin but cold air.
- You want to try it for $40. No membership needed, and you can pay after your visit.
- You’re already here. Add it to a sauna or cryotherapy visit when times line up.
- You’ll come back. A 10-pack is $250, or $25 a visit, and packages last 12 months. Coming often? It’s included in The Chillest membership.
A CryoFacial is a cold-air wellness experience, not an acne treatment or a promise of a cosmetic result. Experiences vary.
Pair it with LED light
For mild to moderate inflammatory acne or lines around the eyes, compare Celluma Pro LED. Its FDA clearance covers those uses. A 30-minute Celluma appointment is $35, and a CryoFacial plus Celluma is $75 as two appointments. Our Celluma LED light therapy guide explains what a session involves and how it compares with a CryoFacial.
Before you book
Tell staff about any skin condition, recent facial procedure or sensitivity to cold before your session, and ask the team about screening. If your skin is irritated or broken, wait until it has settled.
Frequently asked questions
Does NOLA Chill offer HydraFacial?
No. We offer the CryoFacial, a quick cold-air facial for $40, and Celluma Pro LED light therapy for $35.
What is a CryoFacial?
A brief, staff-guided facial in a private room. The XCryo applicator moves continuously around your face and neck, using cold, dry air only. It’s about 4 minutes of cold air in a 10-minute appointment, for $40.
Is a CryoFacial the same as a HydraFacial?
No. A HydraFacial cleanses, exfoliates, extracts and applies serums. A CryoFacial uses cold air only, with no products or extractions.
Does a CryoFacial hurt?
Many clients find the cold refreshing. Tell staff if it feels uncomfortable and they’ll adjust or stop.
Can I combine a CryoFacial with LED?
Yes, when times are available. A CryoFacial plus Celluma LED is $75 as two appointments.
How much is a CryoFacial in New Orleans?
At NOLA Chill it’s $40, or 5 for $160 and 10 for $250. It’s also included in The Chillest membership, which gives daily access to every retail service except CryoSlim for $350 a month.
NOLA Chill, 6045 Magazine Street, Uptown New Orleans. Open Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm, Saturday 9am to 4pm and Sunday 10am to 3pm, with parking in front. Source: Healthline on HydraFacial (medically reviewed 2020).