Aftercare

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT

• Skin may feel calm, hydrated, and comfortable immediately after treatment
• Some clients experience mild sensitivity or light breakouts as congestion and impurities surface — this is temporary and part of the skin’s rebalancing process

FIRST 24 HOURS

Please Avoid:

• Touching or rubbing the face
• Makeup or fragranced skincare products
• Strong sunlight or UV exposure
• Heat-based treatments (sauna, steam room, hot yoga, sunbeds)
• Smoking and alcohol, which can impair skin healing

FIRST 48 HOURS

Please avoid:

• Exfoliating products or tools
• Active or anti-ageing skincare, including retinol, retinoids, steroid creams, AHAs, and BHAs

Focus on gentle cleansing, barrier-supporting moisturisers, and daily SPF.

SUPPORTING YOUR SKIN FROM WITHIN

• Drink plenty of water to support hydration and help the skin rebalance
• Maintain a simple, nourishing skincare routine while the barrier recovers

WHEN TO CONTACT ME

Please get in touch if you experience:

• Persistent irritation or discomfort
• A reaction that feels unusual or worsening
• Any concerns about your skin’s response to treatment

I am always here to support your skin.

OPTIMISING YOUR RESULTS

• Barrier repair facials work best when combined with consistent homecare
• Avoid over-exfoliation between treatments
• Daily SPF use helps protect the skin barrier
• Regular treatments can support long-term skin resilience, particularly for sensitive, compromised, or midlife skin

If you need product guidance or support between appointments, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT

• Mild redness, warmth, tightness, or sensitivity for 24–72 hours is normal • Light flaking or peeling may occur between days 2–7, depending on the type and strength of peel used • Skin may feel dry, tight, or slightly itchy as it renews

THE FIRST 24-48 HOURS

After your peel, I will apply a moisturiser and an SPF so your skin feels comfortable.

Please avoid:

• Touching, picking, or exfoliating the skin • Wearing makeup • Exercise, sweating, or hot yoga • Saunas, steam rooms, or hot showers directly on the face • Swimming • Sun exposure • Active skincare (retinol, AHAs, BHAs, vitamin C) • Fake tan or sunbeds

AFTER 24-48 HOURS (depending on how your skin feels)

You may begin to use: • A gentle, non-foaming cleanser • A soothing, barrier-supporting moisturiser • Broad-spectrum SPF

Avoid scrubs, exfoliating tools, fragranced products, and all active ingredients during this phase.

PEELING PHASE (Days 2–7) – this does not happen for everyone

• Allow skin to shed naturally — do not pick or peel any flaking skin • Keep the skin well hydrated using the recommended moisturiser • Avoid facial treatments, waxing, threading, or dermaplaning • Mineral makeup may be used sparingly if the skin is comfortable

AFTER 5-7 DAYS

If your skin feels calm and settled, you may reintroduce: • Vitamin C (if previously tolerated) • Light active ingredients suitable for your skin type

Avoid retinol for at least 7 days, or longer if advised.

AFTER 7-10 DAYS

You may gradually return to your normal skincare routine unless a personalised treatment plan has been provided. Continue to protect your skin with daily SPF 30–50, reapplying as needed.

WHEN TO CONTACT ME

Please get in touch if you experience: • Excessive redness lasting longer than 72 hours • Severe swelling or discomfort • Signs of infection (increasing heat, yellow crusting, pain) • Darkening of the skin or unusual pigmentation changes • A rash, hives, or any reaction that feels out of the ordinary

I am always here to support your healing.

OPTIMISING YOUR RESULTS

• Chemical peel results improve with consistency • Most clients benefit from a course of treatments, spaced according to peel type and skin goals • Strict sun protection and recommended homecare are essential to prevent pigmentation and maximise results

If you need guidance, reassurance, or product advice between appointments, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT

• Mild redness, warmth, tightness, and light swelling for up to 24–48 hours is normal • Some clients experience light dryness or flaking between days 2–5

THE FIRST 24 HOURS

Please avoid: • Touching or picking the treated area • Makeup • Exercise, sweating, or hot yoga • Saunas or hot showers directly on the face • Swimming • Sun exposure • Active skincare (retinol, AHAs, BHAs, vitamin C) • Fake tan or sunbeds

Please use only the products advised/provided by your practitioner during this time:

Evening of the treatment:

• Wipe with saline and gauze • Apply serum

Following morning

• Wipe with saline and gauze • Apply serum

Following evening

• Wipe with saline and gauze • Apply serum

AFTER 24-48 HOURS (depending on how your skin is feeling)

You may begin to reintroduce:

• A gentle cleanser • A soothing moisturiser • Broad spectrum SPF

Avoid exfoliation, active ingredients, and fragranced products during this phase.

AFTER 3 DAYS

You may reintroduce:

• Light active ingredients (if previously tolerated) • Vitamin C (if suitable for your skin) • Makeup (mineral makeup preferred)

Avoid retinol for at least 5–7 days unless advised otherwise.

Gentle exfoliating acids may be reintroduced after 5–7 days, depending on your skin’s response.

AFTER 7 DAYS

You may return to your normal skincare routine unless a personalised treatment plan has been provided. Continue to protect your skin with daily SPF 30–50.

WHEN TO CONTACT ME

Please get in touch if you experience: • Excessive redness lasting longer than 48 hours • Unusual or increasing swelling • Signs of infection (heat, yellow crusting, increasing discomfort) • A rash or hives • Any reaction that feels out of the ordinary

I am always here to support your healing.

OPTIMISING YOUR RESULTS

• Microneedling results are cumulative • Most clients benefit from a course of 3–6 treatments, spaced 4–6 weeks apart, depending on skin goals and age • Consistent SPF use and recommended homecare will significantly improve outcomes

If you need guidance, product recommendations, or support between appointments, please don’t hesitate to reach out.