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.
Eminence Organics
MAY 22, 2024
This reaction shows that the skin is purging itself of pore-clogging debris and is a normal part of the detox process. Double cleansing is the perfect addition as it lifts away grime and helps purge the pores. For breakout-prone and congested skin types, this exfoliant is ideal to soften the debris that clogs pores.”
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.
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.” ” This can be anything from an increase in breakouts to dryness, flaking, or irritation. What Are There Cons to Sandwiching Retinol?
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. This includes retinol, exfoliating acids, and vitamin C. Speaking of scabs, here’s what happens when microdermabrasion goes wrong.
Lipgloss and Aftershave
JUNE 14, 2024
I use it with 99% of treatments, before a peel, after extractions or exfoliation, and even after or during a mask (if not opaque). So for the next couple weeks, we just did Celluma LED Light Therapy 2 – 3 times a week to assist with the transition of home care and purging.
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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