HydraFacial After Care
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Should I drink water? Always drink plenty of water, before and after HydraFacial treatment, do not become dehydrated.
How long after my HydraFacial can I shower? It is best to allow your skin to relax and allow the nutrient rich formulas to fully absorb into your skin before showering, maybe six hours. Ask esthetician’s advise on which formula is right for you.
When can I wash my face? You should not wash your face for about six hours after your treatment to allow nutrients to fully absorb. You should also avoid taking a shower or engaging in intense exercise that will cause you to sweat. Keeping your face relaxed during this time will allow you to receive optimal results. Ask esthetician which formula is best for you.
Is it necessary to moisturize after a HydraFacial? It is important to continue providing moisturizing nutrients when needed, follow esthetician’s advise.
How long after a HydraFacial can I wear makeup? Your skin is bare and ready to absorb after a HydraFacial, if you want to wear makeup be minimal and ask esthetician which brand they recommend. Avoid subjecting your skin to irritants found in some makeup.
What should I not do after a HydraFacial? After HydraFacial Care: your skin is more sensitive to the sun and environment, so wear a hat, avoid perspiring and washing your face. It is more beneficial to allow up to six hours for the formulas on your skin to absorb, and reapply the same formulas when needed. And it is important to avoid the sun for up to two weeks. Always wear sunscreen. Refrain from makeup for a couple days to avoid adverse reactions. Wait at least 48 hours before exfoliating with products such as salicylic and glycolic acids as well as using benzoyl peroxide(used to treat acne and other skin conditions. Brands: PanOxyl, PanOxyl-4, BenzePrO, Acne-Clear, BP Gel, BenzEFoam, BPO-5, Pacnex, Clearasil Ultra, BPO-10, ...), Tretinoin (Vitamin A derivative, it can treat acne and other skin conditions when applied topically. Its oral form can treat a specific type of leukemia. Brands: Refissa, Retin-A Micro Pump, Retin-A Micro, Tretin-X, Retin-A, Atralin, TRETIN-X Cream Kit, Renova, and Avita) and alcohol products like toner or a face mask. Give your skin at least two weeks before another treatment with HydraFacial or any other treatment… hair removing/waxing in the same area, laser treatments, chemical peels…
How often can I have a HydraFacial? Depending on your esthetician’s recommendations and your preferences, however it is best to wait at least two weeks and then re-evaluate. Periodic HydraFacials along with your personal esthetician is the best assurance in anti-aging and succeeding skin goals, together you will defy time over the long term. Some clients enjoy the HydraFacial once or twice a month, others three to four times a year. Regular scheduled HydraFacials give the best results in keeping a younger and fresher look.