Post Facial Care

To get the most out of your facial, there are a few key things to remember:

• Don’t pick your skin! Ideally, you shouldn’t do this anyway, but you really need to avoid picking at your skin after getting a facial. It’ll be especially sensitive after all the scrubbing, extractions and pore-opening treatments; messing with it some more can cause irritation and even scarring.

• Avoid using heavy makeup (48 hrs). After a deep cleanse, your pores will be more open, leaving them more susceptible to bacteria. It may be tempting to load on your full coverage foundation if your face is looking a little red, you should allow your skin to settle. Lastly, make sure you’ve cleaned your brushes and applicators thoroughly when you do apply it again.

• Avoid the gym (and the sauna!). It’s always good to work up a sweat but you should reschedule your gym session 48-72 hours following a facial. Sweat can irritate freshly exfoliated skin. Similarly, saunas are a no-go post-treatment. You’ve already been cleaned and steamed; heating your face up and steaming it some more is likely to irritate your skin or lead to broken capillaries.

• Avoid Touching Your Face: After a facial, your skin may be more sensitive, so it’s important to avoid touching your face, as this can transfer dirt, oil, and bacteria, leading to breakouts or irritation.

• Avoid Sun Exposure: Your skin may be more sensitive to sunlight after a facial, especially if exfoliating or brightening products were used. Avoid direct sun exposure and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) to protect your skin from UV damage.

• Use Gentle Skincare Products: For the first 24-48 hours after a facial, avoid using harsh products such as exfoliants, toners with alcohol, or products with strong active ingredients (like retinoids or acids) that may irritate freshly treated skin. Stick to gentle cleansers and moisturizers.

• Follow Your Esthetician’s Recommendations: Your esthetician may provide specific aftercare recommendations based on the type of facial you had (e.g., products to use or avoid, when to schedule your next facial). Following their advice helps optimize the results.

• Maintain Your Skincare Routine: After a facial, it’s a great time to assess your skincare routine. Consider incorporating products that complement your skin's needs, such as hydrating serums, soothing masks, or anti-aging treatments. Consistent care helps maintain the glow and benefits from the facial.

  
  

By following these post-facial tips, clients can ensure their skin heals properly and continues to look radiant long after their treatment.

One of the key things to remember about any treatment, is that there’s no quick fix. Facials – like any other beauty treatment – should be thought of as one part of a wider regimen. If you haven’t got your daily skincare routine down, one facial won’t be that transformative.

It’s also unlikely that you’ll be leaving the spa with perfectly poreless skin. In fact, you may experience a break out in the days following a treatment. This is because facials pull the impurities deep within your pores to the surface; for some people, the skin gets worse before it gets better. Ultimately though, facials detox the skin, they can remove years of built-up sebum, and dead skin cells from the pores leaving your face feeling squeaky clean.