What To Do After a Facial
Facial treatments are the ultimate way to pamper your skin, revitalize your complexion, and enter a state of pure tranquility and relaxation. But you might wonder what to do after your session to enhance the rejuvenating effects and make the most of your appointment. Today, we’ll explore the many benefits of facials and the best aftercare practices to maximize your results.
What to expect when getting a facial
If you’ve never had a facial before, get excited! Here’s what you can expect from typical facial treatments:
Before treatment
It’s important to prepare your face for a facial treatment to ensure optimal results. Keep your skin hydrated by drinking plenty of water and applying moisturizer every day.
Minimize sun exposure to reduce the risk of adverse effects, and avoid harsh skincare products, shaving, and waxing in the week leading up to your appointment. Make a list of any skin concerns you have, so your treatment provider has a clear picture of your skin.
During the procedure
Facials at Event Skincare are a departure from the traditional spa experience. Every treatment is carefully curated using advanced technologies and refined facial techniques to support long-term skin health, even tone, and a visibly refreshed complexion. Depending on your skin’s needs, your provider may incorporate deep cleansing, enzyme or mechanical exfoliation, sculpting massage, LED light therapy, or rejuvenating technologies like IPL or radio frequency.
Rather than following a one-size-fits-all protocol, each step is selected with the intention to restore skin function, target concerns like pigmentation and texture, and leave you with skin that feels balanced, resilient, and radiant.
After your facial
Redness and sensitivity are common after a facial. After all, these services often remove the outermost layer of skin, exposing fresh layers to the elements.
In most cases, these effects subside within a day or two. More invasive treatments like microneedling may have longer recovery times and a greater risk of adverse effects.
Read more: The Difference Between Spa Facials and Medical Facials
How to care for your skin after a facial
Here’s the big question: What should you do after a facial? As you care for your post-facial skin, keep the following tips in mind:
Stay hydrated
Water flushes toxins from your system and gives your skin a plump, healthy quality. Hydrated skin can prolong the results of your treatment, so drink plenty of water to nourish your outer layer from the inside out.
Keep skin moisturized
A gentle, hydrating moisturizer supports your moisture barrier and promotes proper healing. Use a fragrance-free product with soothing ingredients like hyaluronic acid.
Avoid sun exposure immediately after
Your skin will be more susceptible to sun damage right after your facial, so staying out of the sun is essential. Schedule your facial for a time when you can reliably avoid direct sunlight for 24 to 48 hours afterward.
Use sunscreen
Sun exposure can cause significant discomfort after a facial, but staying inside may not be feasible. Wear protective clothing and a high-quality sunscreen to prevent discomfort, inflammation, and hyperpigmentation if you must go outdoors.
Avoid harsh products
As your skin recovers from your facial, sticking to a minimalist skincare routine will keep your face happy. Stick to lukewarm water in your shower and wash your face with a gentle cleanser. Even after mild treatments like a hydrafacial, opting for soothing products will help you maximize your results.
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Benefits of regular facials in skincare
Regular facials can help you combat breakouts and signs of aging. Here’s how they combat some of the most common skincare concerns:
Cleanses and exfoliates skin
Professional facialists take a methodical approach to skincare, ensuring deep cleansing and gentle exfoliation. By removing oils, makeup, and other impurities from your pores, these treatments can reduce acne breakouts and skin congestion.
Suitable for all skin types
Facials are highly customizable, so it’s easy to find a service that suits your skin. You’ll find options catering to dry, oily, and sensitive skin types, and many can help improve skin concerns like acne, fine lines, and wrinkles. An experienced esthetician should be able to adjust various facials to address your unique skin and deliver bespoke results.
Hydrates and nourishes skin
Dry, dehydrated skin is behind many common skincare issues, and restoring moisture can be challenging. Facials eliminate dead skin cells and expose deeper layers of skin, encouraging better absorption of hydrating topicals like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and other soothing serums. Regular facials may help strengthen your moisture barrier to prevent future dryness and flaky skin.
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Refresh and rejuvenate with luxury facials at Event Skincare!
Whether you’re new to skincare or an experienced client, Event Skincare is here to help you achieve your best complexion yet. Our highly skilled estheticians offer personalized facial treatments to address your cosmetic concerns with treatments tailored to your unique skin.
Ready to begin the relaxing journey to a vibrant complexion? Schedule an appointment online to get started!
