To ensure the best outcome, speak with your esthetician and let them guide you on what to do or avoid before your facial treatment. Typically, a week before the process, you may be required to stop using exfoliant acids, such as alpha hydroxy acids like glycolic acid, beta hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide and retinol. Doing so might make your skin too delicate for the treatment. Finally, you may be advised to refrain from shaving, waxing or undergoing hair removal that day.

Interact with your esthetician about what you should expect during the session. Doing that will help you prepare and ease your mind from any worries. Remember, having the right mindset towards a particular treatment is a stepping stone to achieving the desired results. Also, you know how long the process will last, so you can clear your schedule and avoid distractions. 

It never hurts to do your own research still. Hence, we advise asking your esthetician what active ingredients the products to be used contain. Knowing that can help determine if the ingredients align with your desire to address your skin concerns. Nevertheless, that does not mean you shouldn’t trust the professional decision of your licensed esthetician.

After you and your esthetician have struck the particular facial treatment to be conducted on your skin, it’s also vital to ask for the possible risks involved. Familiarizing yourself with the risks will help you make informed decisions and necessary precautions. Aside from that, it also boosts your knowledge of skincare and helps you identify how your skin might react to certain ingredients. You can ask your risk assessment question in these 3 directions.

• Skin Sensitivity: Discuss the potential risks of skin irritation or allergic reactions due to certain products or ingredients used in facials.

• Sun Sensitivity: Highlight the importance of sun protection after facial treatments, as the skin may be more susceptible to UV damage.

• Infection Risks: Address the risks of bacterial or fungal infections if proper hygiene practices are not followed during the facial session.

  
  

For better understanding, facial extraction is a deep pores cleansing process designed to remove product build ups or clear debris or issues like blackheads, etc. However, most estheticians do not use the same extraction method. Some might use tools, while others may use fingers with gloves. Meanwhile, note that some methods can be more aggressive than others. And if your skin isn’t cut out for that, you may risk scarring, broken capillaries or irritation.

Very important! Please note that effects or results from facials are not permanent, but you can extend the duration by practicing a good post-facial glow routine. Also, this is where you ask for the recommended products to use. At the most basic level, you’ll be required to thoroughly clean, moisturize, and use SPF to protect your skin. 

You may also be required to use only mild formulas so you don’t irritate the new skin. At Gold Cosmetics, we recommend using our Bleach Cream Soap, Hyaluronic Acid Serum, Collagen for Face & Neck and Sunblock SPF 50 Regular. In addition, we have other home-use exfoliators like Peeling Gommage.