What To Do (and not do!) After Exfoliation
There are three main general guidelines I recommend after exfoliating!
Add Moisture Back To Skin 🧴
Since exfoliation dissolves or physically polishes away dead skin cells, think of this as the removal step. Afterward, it’s a good idea to add nourishment and moisture back to the skin. This can be from a hydrating serum + moisturizer and/or a hydrating/soothing creamy or gel face mask or sheet mask. (Obviously tailored to your skin type/needs!)
2. Apply SPF ☀️
While it’s essential to use sunscreen daily, it’s particularly crucial on the days you exfoliate since your skin is a bit more vulnerable, mainly if you use a chemical exfoliant like AHA or BHA. Hats are a good idea too!
3. Avoid Other Exfoliants 🚫
I recommend skipping other exfoliating products or ingredients for a few days after you exfoliate, like AHA/BHA toners, serums, etc., to prevent irritation, damage to the skin’s protective barrier, and over-exfoliating.
