Some facials can cause extreme reactions—but that doesn't mean it's normal or should be expected.
So if you're dealing with a specific skin condition, Dr. Shah suggests being cautious and only considering facials that are specifically tailored to treat those conditions., you might want to steer clear entirely, adds Dr. Zeichner. “If you have moderate or severe rosacea, I do not recommend facials because the skin tends to be extremely sensitive,” he says.
in Rancho Palos Verdes, tells SELF that it isn’t necessarily something to worry about. “Facials stimulate the skin and ‘turn it on,’ ” she says. “The skin’s response is to function, and that’s healthy. It can result in breakouts, but it should be rare.” In most cases, these breakouts will calm down in a day or two.
But a post-facial freak-out could also be the result of your skin not tolerating certain ingredients, which is especially the case for people with certain skin conditions. “Especially if you have sensitive skin or rosacea, you may not be able to tolerate the same products used in the facial; as they contain ingredients that you are not normally using on your face.”
Chemical peels are designed to exfoliate the skin in such a way that removes the top layer of dead skin cells and stimulates cell turnover for younger-looking skin. “After a peel, you should expect some redness and peeling or flaking skin,” Dr. Shah says. “Your skin may also be more sensitive than usual—but with some light peels, you may not experience either and just have a glow.”
You can mitigate the risk of irritation after a facial by following a few simple rules. For one, avoid powerful products like acid exfoliators and retinoids in your skincare routine for at least a week after a facial, as they can exacerbate existing inflammation.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Wealthy Investors Question Paths To Sustainable InvestingMany millionaires are finding it a struggle to invest in a way that actually makes the world better rather than just one that makes it worse.
Read more »
How to De-risk Your First InvestmentsTrish Costello, CEO of Portfolio chats with Women 2.0 CEO Kate Brodock about investing models, getting started and getting better as an investor, and more.
Read more »
Forbes Update: Building From Our Mistake To Champion Inclusive CapitalismWe made a mistake, we’re learning from it and we’re taking active steps to do better.
Read more »
The test results that best explain the STEM gender gap are not the math scoresA new study suggests there are fewer women in STEM not because girls are marginally worse at math, but because they’re measurably better at reading.
Read more »
The True Story Behind the Most Famous Mineral Facial Water in the WorldThis Famous Facial Spray Heals Everything from Acne to Eczema—What Makes It So Special?
Read more »
Forget About Self-Driving Cars, Just Make A Robot That Can DriveSuppose instead of pursuing self-driving cars we instead focused on making robots that can drive. It's worth thinking about.
Read more »