Enlightened Beauty

JANUARY 12, 2025

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. For the 48 hours before your appointment, keep it simple: skip retinoids, exfoliants, or anything that might make your skin more sensitive.

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Renee Rouleau

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Breakouts What’s Normal If you’re someone with a lot of clogged pores or breakouts, it’s not unusual to have a little purging after a facial. Here are eight ways you can repair a damaged moisture barrier. This includes retinol, exfoliating acids, and vitamin C.

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Eminence Organics

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

According to Everyday Health , conventional retinol/retinoids stimulate skin cell turnover which manifests physically as an intense exfoliation to reveal new skin underneath. It's no wonder that using these types of exfoliating ingredients with conventional retinol is a no-no. This can lead to dryness, irritation and even peeling.

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First Derm

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Dermatologists recommend gentle, age-appropriate skincare alternatives like mild cleansers, moisturizers, and sunscreen instead of retinol for young skin. In terms of how it works, retinol functions by accelerating the skin’s natural exfoliation process, which helps to unclog pores and prevent the formation of acne. [1]

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Eminence Organics

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

If the new product causes your skin to break out, maybe you’re just purging. Aloe vera, stone crop and botanical hyaluronic acid are soothing and moisturizing for dry, irritated skin. Chamomile and echinacea are known to provide relief for sunburned skin, and coconut oil has moisturizing, antiviral and antibacterial properties.

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Kim Gallo Esthetics

AUGUST 4, 2023

Some people might experience initial skin purging or increased sensitivity when they start skin cycling. Here's a night-by-night how-to: Night 1: Exfoliation On day one, we focus on exfoliation to reveal a fresh, radiant complexion. You have two options: a physical exfoliant or a chemical exfoliant with AHAs or BHAs.

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Renee Rouleau

APRIL 5, 2024

However, those who have used retinol or retinoids before have likely experienced a period of purging , otherwise known as “the retinol scaries.” If you’re in need of additional buffering, I advise using an essence, like Moisture Infusion Toner , along with your toner and serum. In short, no. 1%, on your face.

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