knowing what to avoid before and after a facial can maximize results and prevent irritation.

 

Great question—knowing what to avoid before and after a facial can maximize results and prevent irritation.

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❌ Before a Facial (24–48 hours prior):

1. No exfoliating products

   • Avoid scrubs, retinol, AHAs/BHAs (like glycolic or salicylic acid).

2. Skip waxing, shaving, or laser treatments

   • These can make skin more sensitive and prone to redness or injury.

3. Limit sun exposure or tanning

   • Sunburned skin is too fragile for a facial.

4. Avoid Botox or fillers

   • If you’ve had injectables, wait at least 7–10 days before a facial.

5. Don’t pick at your skin

   • Estheticians can extract safely—no need to irritate it beforehand.

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✅ Day Of:

• Arrive with clean skin, no makeup if possible.

• Communicate your skin concerns and sensitivities to your esthetician.

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❌ After a Facial (24–72 hours after):

1. Avoid heavy makeup

   • Let your skin breathe, especially after extractions or exfoliation.

2. No exfoliating or active ingredients

   • Skip retinol, acids, or acne treatments for a few days to prevent over-irritation.

3. Stay out of direct sunlight and skip tanning

   • Your skin will be more sun-sensitive—use SPF 30+.

4. Don’t touch or pick your face

   • Let your skin heal, especially if extractions were done.

5. Skip intense workouts or saunas

   • Heat and sweat can irritate freshly treated skin.

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🧴 Do:

• Use gentle cleansers and hydrating serums/moisturizers.

• Drink plenty of water to support your glow from the inside out.