4 Common Mistakes When Performing A Facial At Home

Mistake #1: Using professional-grade chemical peels

It may be tempting to seek out a professional-grade chemical peel to do at-home, but this is extremely dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. When using these products incorrectly you run the risk of long-lasting redness, pigment irregularities, and even scarring. Leave chemical peels to the professionals, please!

Mistake #2: Combining too many active ingredients

Getting a professional facial is the art of layering products that work in tandem together – yes, science! The general rule of thumb is to only use one active product (retinols, acids, niacinamide, etc) during any facial, otherwise, you risk potential sensitivity, inflammation, and even burns or scarring.

Mistake #3: Attempting to do extractions yourself

You knew it was coming… Squeezing a pimple or picking at your skin can first and foremost lead to the spread of bacteria and, ultimately, more pimples. Although it may be tempting, don’t touch it!

Mistake #4: Using microdermabrasion or microneedling kits

Using professional microdermabrasion and micro needling tools at home isn’t wise. These tools require a high-sanitary environment. If used incorrectly you can really harm your skin and bring more bacteria into the skin cells.

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