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5 Red Flags During a Facial, Plus What to Do If Your Treatment Goes Wrong

Renee Rouleau

Bad Communication As far as I’m concerned, bad communication from your esthetician is the number one red flag during a facial. During your treatment, your esthetician should explain the steps to you (at least if it’s your first time with them). If it’s not, you should be able to reach out to your esthetician for solutions.

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Facial Phases Explained: What to Expect Before, During, and After

Enlightened Beauty

Understanding the phases of a facial is the key to getting the best results while avoiding surprises like redness or the dreaded purging that can come with treatments like peels. Instead, focus on hydration and gentle care. Focus on hydration and avoid picking at your skin.

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Does the Retinol Sandwich Method Work, and What Exactly Is It?

Renee Rouleau

However, those who have used retinol or retinoids before have likely experienced a period of purging , otherwise known as “the retinol scaries.” This is why I recommend a lighter, oil-free lotion, like Skin Recovery Lotion , that will provide a buffering layer of hydration without blocking the vitamin A product from working.

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Skin Detox: How To Smooth And Refresh Your Complexion

Eminence Organics

If you’re suffering from breakouts and/or pore congestion such as blackheads, whiteheads and milia, our Product Support Team recommends requesting that the esthetician perform extractions to unclog the pores. If you’re suffering from sensitized, dry or dehydrated skin , communicate this to your esthetician as well.

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5 Signs Your Skin Is Reacting And How To Fix It

Eminence Organics

If the new product causes your skin to break out, maybe you’re just purging. To combat the dryness and other issues that come up during the winter, treat your skin with hydration and exfoliate to get rid of dry, flaky skin. If it’s swelling, pain and redness, your best bet is to stop use immediately and consult your dermatologist.

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How To Decongest Clogged Pores

Eminence Organics

.* Charcoal & Black Seed Pro Desincrustation Gel If you were to visit an Eminence Organics spa , an esthetician may assist you with congestion by using the Charcoal & Black Seed Pro Desincrustation Gel. Turmeric Energizing Treatment If it’s a mask you’re looking for, try our pore-purging Turmeric Energizing Treatment.

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Skin Care Routine For Your 40s: Time To Tighten Your Skin

Eminence Organics

You can find the Natural Retinol Alternative in our Monoi Age Corrective Exfoliating Cleanser , Neroli Age Corrective Hydrating Mist and the Bamboo Firming Fluid. Conventional retinol can cause dryness, redness and sensitivity and can cause a purging stage (essentially where your skin will get worse before it gets better).

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