Can I use salicylic acid after microdermabrasion?

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Can I use salicylic acid after microdermabrasion?

1. Discontinue use of any all exfoliating agents for one week. Products that have an AHA (alpha hydroxy acid, like glycolic), BHA (beta hydroxy acid, like salicylic), micro beads, enzymes, or a retinol will all further exfoliate the skin.

Should I moisturize after salicylic acid peel?

It is important to moisturize after a chemical peel. The fresh skin is sensitive, and the skin may still be peeling following the treatment. Moisturizers will not prevent the peeling process, as it is part of the chemical peel process.

Can I use moisturizer after microdermabrasion?

8 Post-Microdermabrasion Skin Care Tips Use a rich moisturizer once you have thoroughly dried the skin. Continue to use it for 4-6 days after your treatment as this will prevent any excessive peeling.

What should be avoided after salicylic acid peel?

Here are the top ten things to avoid after a chemical peel.

  • Picking at the skin.
  • Skipping sunscreen.
  • Letting the skin dry out.
  • Not applying moisturizer.
  • Applying too much moisturizer.
  • Being afraid of cold compresses.
  • Exfoliating.
  • Expecting immediate results.

How long after microdermabrasion can I do a chemical peel?

Your skin will not peel for the first 48 hours after your treatment and makeup can be worn during this time.

How long should I wait to moisturize after salicylic acid?

Wait 20 minutes before applying your serum and/or moisturizer to one side, but the other side of your face, apply those next steps immediately.

Does skin peel after microdermabrasion?

Your skin will not peel for the first 48 hours after your treatment and makeup can be worn during this time. At the 48 hour mark, your skin will begin to peel, similar to that of a sunburn. For lighter peels, your skin may peel up to 3 days. For the deeper peels, your skin may peel up to 5 days.

Does your face break out after microdermabrasion?

It can be frustrating when you start a course of microdermabrasion to get clearer skin, and after the first treatment, you end up with a new crop of breakouts. But don’t despair! It is absolutely normal for some people to experience this, and it’s not necessarily a bad thing.

Can salicylic acid peel cause hyperpigmentation?

A chemical peel can cause treated skin to become darker than normal (hyperpigmentation) or lighter than normal (hypopigmentation). Hyperpigmentation is more common after superficial peels, while hypopigmentation is more common after a deep peel.

Can I use salicylic acid before chemical peel?

Salicylic acid is always applied first as it is lipophilic, with the hydrophilic lactic acid applied over the salicylic. Generally, more sensitive skin will tolerate 5% salicylic peels and more robust skin will tolerate up to 30%, over a series of 6 treatments.