Back Facial in NYC. For the Skin You Cannot Reach Yourself.
From $17545 minNo downtime
A back facial in NYC does for your back what you cannot do in a mirror: steam, a salicylic peel for congestion, extractions of the blackheads and bumps between the shoulder blades, a calming mask and a moisturizing finish. Forty five minutes face down on the bed, so it is also quietly restful. At Club 116 on Central Park South it is $175, no downtime, and booked most before summer, weddings and holidays.
Medically reviewed · September 2026
Back Facial Before and After. What It Can Look Like.
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Every caseWhat a Back Facial Does for Back and Shoulder Breakouts.
A back facial is a clinician led treatment for the skin of the back and shoulders. It combines steam and cleansing, a salicylic acid peel to loosen congestion, manual extractions of blackheads and bumps, a calming mask and a moisturizing finish. It is used for back breakouts, congestion from training and sweat, and dry rough skin. At Club 116 in Manhattan it costs $175 for 45 minutes.
The skin on the back is thicker than the face, with larger pores and more oil glands, and it spends the day under clothing, sweat and a backpack strap. That is why it congests, and why the congestion is hard to shift at home: you cannot see it, cannot reach it, and the products that work on the face are too weak for it. Salicylic acid is used because it dissolves in oil and reaches into the pore. Steam softens the plugs so the clinician can extract them with even pressure rather than force. The mask brings redness down, and the moisturizer restores a barrier that is often dry and rough from friction. A back facial helps congestion and breakouts; it does not treat acne as a medical condition, and if the clinician sees the kind that needs medication, you are told and the doctor can see you.
Who it is for
Back and shoulder breakouts, congestion from training, sweat and gym gear, dry rough skin, ingrown hairs after waxing, and anyone with an open back outfit, a beach or a wedding on the calendar. Men book it as often as women.
Why do it here
A clinician reads your skin under proper light before choosing the treatment, and adjusts the peel strength and the amount of extraction to what they see. Nobody works on commission. If a cheaper option would do more, or if the problem needs a prescription rather than a facial, you hear it first. One visit, no commitment: start with one, decide the rest later.
Before, During and After.
A short read of the skin on your back under proper light, your history, any medicines, and what you use in the shower. Inflamed or cystic breakouts are noted and left alone, and if they are the main problem, the clinician says so and the doctor is consulted for prescription options.
You lie face down, draped to the waist. A cleanse and steam, then the salicylic peel goes on for a few minutes and is removed. Extractions follow, concentrated between the shoulder blades and across the shoulders where congestion collects. A calming mask sits while the skin settles, then a moisturizer and, in summer, sunscreen. Most people find the position and the warmth restful enough to doze.
Clearer, smoother skin the same day. Some pinkness around extraction sites for a few hours, hidden under clothing. A loose top is easier than a tight one for the rest of the day.
Clearer and smoother immediately, and calmer over the following week as the extracted pores settle. A course of three before summer, four to six weeks apart, keeps the back clear through it. The clinician notes what was extracted and what was used so the next visit builds on this one.
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Downtime and aftercare
None. Keep it simple for the rest of the day: no acids, scrubs or retinol on the back that night, no sauna or hard training until tomorrow, and sunscreen if the skin will see the sun. Shower after training rather than sitting in damp gear, and change the pillowcase; the clinician writes down anything else specific to you.
Not for you if
You have an active cold sore, open lesions or a skin infection, a sunburn, or you have used isotretinoin (a prescription acne medicine that thins the skin) in the last six months. Some peels are not used in pregnancy; tell us and we adjust rather than cancel. Inflamed or cystic breakouts are not extracted.
Members
Members pay $140, 20% off list, and the first signature facial is included when you join.
Individual results vary
Nothing on this page is a guarantee of an outcome or a substitute for the consultation. Suitability is confirmed by a clinician before anything is booked, and consent is taken in writing.
Back Facial in NYC: Questions People Ask First.
How much does a back facial cost in NYC?
At Club 116 on Central Park South a back facial is $175 for 45 minutes, and members pay $140. No consultation fee, no deposit to book, and the price is published so you can compare before you call anyone.
How often should I get a back facial?
Every four to six weeks while the skin is congested, and a course of three before summer is the common plan. Once the back is clear, most people book as needed before events. Start with one and decide after you see how your skin responds.
Does a back facial help with bacne?
It helps the congestion and breakouts that people call bacne: blackheads, blocked pores and small bumps. It does not treat acne as a medical condition. Inflamed, cystic or scarring breakouts need medication, and the clinician will say so and refer you to the doctor rather than keep extracting.
Does a back facial hurt?
Extractions feel like firm pressure and a brief sting, and the back tolerates them better than the face. The peel tingles for a minute or two. Most people find the treatment relaxing.
When should I book a back facial before a wedding or holiday?
A week before, so any pinkness has settled and the skin has had time to calm. If the back is congested, a course of three starting two to three months out gives the best result.
Can I combine it with something else?
Yes. LED can be added to calm the skin further, and many people book it with a sports and recovery massage in the same visit, since you are already face down. The clinician will suggest what fits rather than sell you an add on.
Often Booked Alongside.
Back Facial in NYC, from $175
Start with one. A clinician reads your skin first, tells you if a facial is the right tool or if the doctor should see you, and the exact figure is in writing before anything starts.
No consultation fee·No deposit to book·Exact price in writing before anything starts