Many people search for a “genio facial” after a friend comes back from one glowing. The machine is actually spelt Geneo, and the facial it performs is called OxyGeneo. You will see both names on this page.
This guide to genio facial treatment in Kuala Lumpur covers the three steps, who it suits, the research, market prices, OxyGeneo vs HydraFacial, and pairing with lasers and boosters.
Not sure a facial is enough for your skin?
Here is a short video from Pollogen, the maker of Geneo, showing how the OxyGeneo facial is done.
Source video: Pollogen on YouTube
Clinical photos published by the brand, not BeauLife Clinic patients. Individual results vary.
Quick Answer: A genio facial is the OxyGeneo facial performed on the Geneo device from Pollogen. A small textured capsule is moved over the skin together with a treatment gel. As they react, the capsule gently exfoliates, the gel releases active ingredients into the skin, and countless CO2 bubbles form on the surface to trigger an oxygenation response.
Pollogen’s Geneo product page calls it a “three-in-one facial treatment” built on a capsule that “combines the beneficial active ingredients together with the exfoliating and oxygenating elements”. The three steps happen at the same time:
Different kits target different concerns. Pollogen lists several Geneo OxyPod kits, including:
| Kit | Maker’s description | Usually chosen for |
|---|---|---|
| Geneo Illuminate | Vitamin C facial for brightening | Dull skin, uneven tone |
| Geneo Revive | Red algae facial for fine lines and texture | Early lines, rough texture |
| Geneo Balance | Charcoal facial for oily skin | Oily skin, visible pores, mild acne |
| Geneo Hydrate | Blue spirulina facial | Dry or dehydrated skin |
| Geneo Retouch | Dual peel that clarifies pores | Congested pores |
Source: Pollogen, Geneo OxyPods page. Kits available can differ by clinic.
At our aesthetic clinic in Kuala Lumpur, the kit is chosen after looking at your skin.
Quick Answer: Evidence is small but positive for surface results. In a 2017 study, all 10 patients reported better texture, brightness and overall appearance after six weekly OxyGeneo sessions, and 7 of 10 saw a minor improvement in fine lines. There were no controls, and machine facials have not been shown to rebuild deeper collagen.
| Measure and study group | Result | Study |
|---|---|---|
| OxyGeneo: better appearance, texture and brightness, 6 weekly sessions (n = 10) | 10 of 10 patients | Diaz et al., 2017 |
| OxyGeneo: skin felt softer and looked younger, same study | 9 of 10 patients | Diaz et al., 2017 |
| OxyGeneo: minor improvement in fine lines, same study | 7 of 10 patients | Diaz et al., 2017 |
| OxyGeneo: noticed better pigmentation, same study | 5 of 10 patients | Diaz et al., 2017 |
| HydraFacial: clear or almost clear acne after 6 sessions (n = 20) | 65%, up from 20% at the start | Storgard et al., 2022 |
| Hydradermabrasion: deeper collagen 2 weeks after one session (n = 8) | No visible change | Razi et al., 2024 |
Source: published studies via PubMed. All are small and uncontrolled; the HydraFacial study had a company-employed author. Amber bars mark weaker or no change.
The OxyGeneo study from the University of Pennsylvania reported no funding or conflicts. A 2008 trial found that serum pushed in during a machine facial changed the skin, while the same serum applied by hand did not. But imaging in a 2024 study showed the surface changes settled within two weeks.
Quick Answer: The OxyGeneo facial suits most adults and all skin types, including darker Asian skin, because it uses no heat or laser light on the surface. It works for dullness, uneven tone, visible pores, early fine lines, dryness and mild acne. People with inflamed acne, active rosacea, broken skin or infections should wait until the skin settles.
For stubborn pigment, PICO laser treatment for dark spots and scars is often the more effective route, with a facial used alongside it.
Quick Answer: Oxygen facials in the Klang Valley typically start from about RM 218 per session. OxyGeneo itself has no published local price range, so BeauLife quotes it after looking at your skin. A medical skin treatment such as PB Serum HA, PICO laser or Profhilo costs more, typically from RM 300 to RM 4,500 per session.
| Treatment | Upper end of range | Market range |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen facial (general market) | From about RM 218 per session | |
| OxyGeneo (Geneo) facial | Quoted after assessment | |
| PB Serum HA facial rejuvenation | RM 300 – 2,000 per session | |
| PICO laser | RM 600 – 2,000+ per session | |
| Profhilo skin booster | RM 2,000 – 4,500 per 2 ml |
Source: publicly listed Klang Valley clinic and salon prices, 2025–2026. OxyGeneo has no published local range, so it is quoted after assessment. Market ranges, not BeauLife’s price list; your exact quote is given after the consultation.
When you compare facial quotes, ask:
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Quick Answer: An OxyGeneo facial usually takes about 30–45 minutes and feels like a gentle, fizzy massage. After cleansing, the capsule and gel are moved across the face in small circles, then the serum is massaged in. There is no numbing and no needles, and most people go straight back to work or out for dinner.
Aftercare is light: use sunscreen, skip scrubs and strong acids for a day or two, and keep skin moisturised.
Quick Answer: Most people see fresher, brighter skin straight after an OxyGeneo facial, and skin feels softer for several days. The glow usually fades within about a week as skin renews. In the 2017 study, six weekly sessions improved texture and brightness by week eight. Regular sessions, often monthly, keep the effect going.
| Time after first session | What usually happens |
|---|---|
| Straight after | Skin looks fresher and more even; some people are briefly pink. |
| Days 1–3 | Skin feels smoother and softer. Make-up usually sits more evenly. |
| About week 1 | The glow fades as skin renews; in a course, the next session is due. |
| Weeks 2–6 | A course builds up. The 2017 study used six weekly sessions. |
| About week 8 | Texture and brightness changes were reported at the end of that two-month course. |
| Ongoing | Results do not last on their own. Many people repeat roughly every month to keep the effect. |
Source: Diaz et al., 2017, and timings commonly quoted for machine facials. Typical patterns, not promises.
For longer-lasting hydration, a facial is often paired with a skin booster such as Profhilo treatment, which lasts months rather than days.
Quick Answer: Both are surface facials with no downtime, and a 2024 imaging study found such changes settle within two weeks, so choose by concern. OxyGeneo exfoliates with a capsule and adds CO2 bubbles, suiting dull, rough or dry skin. HydraFacial cleanses and extracts with suction, suiting oily, congested skin. For dark spots, a PICO laser does more than either.
| Feature | OxyGeneo (Geneo) | HydraFacial | PICO laser |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it exfoliates | Textured capsule plus gel, moved over the skin | Spiral tip with suction, plus a gentle peel | No exfoliation; laser energy works on pigment |
| What goes into the skin | Serum from the gel and capsule | Serums delivered through the tip | Nothing applied by the device |
| Special step | CO2 bubbles for an oxygenation effect | Suction extraction of pores | Very short laser pulses |
| Strongest at | Dullness, rough texture, dryness | Blocked pores, oily skin, mild acne | Dark spots and pigment |
| Downtime | None for most people | None for most people | Mild redness for a day or so |
| Typical plan | Single facial or a weekly course | Single facial or a course | A course of several sessions |
| Typical Klang Valley market range | Quoted after assessment | Varies widely by provider | RM 600 – 2,000+ per session |
Source: Pollogen and Hydrafacial official information, PubMed studies and publicly listed Klang Valley prices, 2025–2026. Market ranges, not BeauLife’s price list.
Hydrafacial lists steps including a gentle peel, extraction and serums; its acne study had a company-employed author. For pigment and scars, see PICO laser; for pores and texture that facials cannot shift, Sylfirm X for pores works deeper.
Quick Answer: Yes, and that is often where a Geneo facial is most useful. It can prepare skin before a course of laser or boosters and keep it fresh between them. Timing matters: avoid having it on the same day as a laser or injection unless the doctor plans it, as freshly treated skin needs time to calm.
Quick Answer: The OxyGeneo facial is generally very safe. The 2017 study described it as noninvasive with no downtime. Mild pinkness, tingling or a short-lived warm feeling are the usual effects. Irritation is possible with sensitive skin or strong active ingredients, so tell the clinic about allergies, skin medicines and recent treatments first.
Ask whether the device is a genuine Pollogen Geneo; look-alike “oxygen” machines are common, and the published study tested only the genuine system.
Ready to try a genio facial?
Quick Answer: BeauLife offers OxyGeneo facial treatment in Kuala Lumpur at an MOH-registered clinic (KKLIU 1970/2019) operating since 2017, with LCP-certified doctors. Your skin is assessed first, so you know whether a facial is enough or a laser or booster would help more, and you get the price upfront.
Branch addresses and maps are on our contact and branch locations page. You can also read more about BeauLife’s doctors and approach.
A genio facial, properly called the OxyGeneo facial on the Geneo device, is a gentle way to brighten dull skin, smooth texture and keep pores clear, with no downtime. Its results are fresh but short-lived, so it suits a regular routine or support for lasers and boosters. If your concern is deeper, an assessment will point you to a treatment that does more.
Yes. “Genio” is how many people spell it when they search. The device is called Geneo, made by Pollogen, and its three-in-one facial technology is called OxyGeneo.
Oxygen facials in the Klang Valley start from about RM 218. There is no published local range for OxyGeneo itself, so BeauLife gives you a quote after looking at your skin.
Not directly. The gel and capsule make CO2 bubbles on the skin. The idea, based on the Bohr effect, is that the body responds by sending more oxygen-rich blood to the area.
Often, yes, as it is gentle and has no downtime. Very inflamed acne, active rosacea flares, broken skin or infections should settle first. Tell us about any skin medicines you use.
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