Skincare experts recommend 9 things to stop doing immediately if you want a beautiful face.
A good facial is the ultimate beauty gift. Not only does it fulfill your self-care needs (especially the massage part), it also helps you achieve your skincare goals, whether it’s clearing up acne or smoothing out uneven skin tone.
Three beauty experts reveal what they hope clients take away from their routines before, during and after treatments. While it may be the little things that rankle them, their advice is guaranteed to help you get the most out of your treatment and achieve the คาสิโนออนไลน์ UFABET ฝากถอนรวดเร็ว เริ่มต้นเล่นง่าย healthy, glowing skin you’ve always dreamed of.
1. Facial treatment with freshly styled hair
“It’s not ideal to schedule a hair appointment right before a facial,” explains Daisy Severino, an esthetician and owner of Seda Skin Studio on Long Island. “If you’re concerned about keeping your hair looking good, it can interfere with my ability to effectively manage your skin, which can lead to problems getting too close to your hairline.” It’s best to come in with hair that hasn’t been washed in a day or two, so you don’t have to worry about your roots getting a little oily or stress about the fact that a headband might flatten your hairstyle.
2. Using products containing active ingredients before performing facial treatments.
“When active ingredients are present, it limits the products and techniques I can use to perform your treatment, which can negatively impact the overall results,” Severino says. She recommends avoiding active ingredients (such as vitamin C, glycolic acid, and retinol) for about three days before your appointment.
3. Buying products while waiting
“When you walk in for a facial and browse through the products, you can make mental notes about what you’re interested in, but it’s important to wait until after your facial before you actually make a purchase,” says Samantha Saska, a leading esthetician at Casa Cipriani in New York City. “Your facialist may have different recommendations for your skin, and it’s better to get product recommendations and advice from someone who cares for your skin, rather than from the receptionist.”
4. Buying products from untrusted websites
“Not everything on the Internet is legitimate,” Saska warns. “Some of it may be expired, which can irritate your skin. It’s best to buy skin care products from people who recommend them, so you can give credit to the professional who treated your skin.”
5. Wait until after the facial treatment is complete to ask questions.
Another thing that Saska really dislikes is “waiting until after your facial to ask questions about products, treatments and aftercare instructions,” she says. “It’s best to talk to your esthetician while you’re with them. If he/she has other clients after your treatment, they may not have the time or attention to give you.
6. Popping pimples or removing facial hair with a razor at home
. “While I encourage you to do your own home remedies to maintain results, some things, like popping pimples and removing facial hair, should be left to a professional,” says Saska. “Doing these things on your own with some tools can lead to permanent damage.”
7. Expecting the best results with the least effort.
“When clients come to me occasionally and neglect their at-home skincare routine, it can be frustrating for both me and them,” Severino explains. “Each appointment feels like we’re starting from scratch, making it difficult to achieve real results. Consistency is key in skincare. It takes commitment and effort for you to see changes. By following a personalized routine and attending regular sessions, we can build on the progress and work together to achieve the healthy, glowing skin you want,” Severino adds.
8. Using a sauna or steam room after a facial treatment.
Sure, a sauna feels great, but “going into a steam room right after a facial can actually negate the benefits of the treatment,” Severino says. “We’ve just applied a powerful product to your skin, and all that sweating can dry out your skin and negate the benefits.”
9. Expect immediate results of brighter skin .
“One thing I want my clients to stop doing is expecting immediate results after a single treatment, especially if it’s their first,” says Joan Valentine , esthetician and owner of Reset Skin and Wellness on Long Island. “I want to help my clients in the best and most effective way possible. However, correcting years of skin damage takes time and patience, especially when it comes to pigmentation, which is one of my specialties.”