Pre & Post Care

BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT

Pre-Care Facials

  • Hydrate Well – Drink water in the days leading up to your facial to support your skin’s moisture barrier.

  • Arrive Bare-Faced – If possible, skip makeup. Arriving bare-faced will allow us more time to work on your skin.

  • Stop using any retinol, AHAs, BHAs, or dermatologist acne prescription 5-7 days prior to your appointment.

  • Use Gentle Skincare Leading Up – Stick to basics (cleanser, hydrating serum, SPF) in the 2–3 days before.

AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT

Post-Care

    1. Keep Skin Hydrated – Use a gentle hydrating serum or moisturizer to lock in moisture and help repair the barrier.

    2. Apply SPF Religiously – Your skin will be more sensitive to the sun, even after non-invasive facials.

    3. Use Lukewarm Water – Keep cleansing gentle and avoid hot water for at least 24 hours.

    4. Stick to Soothing Products – Think: aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, squalane, or ceramides.

    • No makeup for 24 hours – Give your pores time to breathe and reduce the risk of clogging or irritation.

    • Avoid active ingredients for 3–5 days – Skip retinoids, exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide, and strong vitamin C.

    • No heavy workouts or saunas – Sweating too soon can irritate freshly treated skin and cause breakouts.

    • Avoid touching or picking – If you had extractions, touching the skin can lead to breakouts or scarring.

    • Don’t exfoliate for at least 3 days – Your skin has likely already been exfoliated during the facial.

  • Why Monthly facials?

    Getting a professional facial every 4–6 weeks works in sync with your skin’s natural renewal cycleCellular turnover is the process where old, dead skin cells are shed and replaced by fresh, new cells from the deeper layers of the skin. As we age, this process slows down, leading to:

    • Dull, rough texture

    • Fine lines becoming more visible

    • Congestion, enlarged pores, and breakouts

    • Uneven skin tone or hyperpigmentation

Your skin deserves intentional care — not just a routine.

Let’s create a plan that works for you.

ASTORIA, NY | By appointment only