What to Know Before & After Your Appointment

At Face to Face Skincare in Westminster, Colorado, proper pre-care and aftercare are essential for achieving the best results from your facial, microneedling treatment, chemical peel, waxing service, or sunless tanning appointment. Please review the guidelines below before your visit.

Cancellation Policy

Your appointment time is reserved exclusively for you. A minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required to cancel or reschedule an appointment.

Appointments canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice may be charged 50% of the scheduled service. If Face to Face Skincare needs to reschedule an appointment, as much advance notice as possible will be provided.

Facial Pre-Care

To prepare for your facial:

• Avoid retinol, tretinoin, and exfoliating acids for 3-5 days
• Avoid facial waxing for 5-7 days before your appointment
• Avoid excessive sun exposure or sunburns
• Wait at least 48 hours after Botox or fillers
• Arrive with clean skin whenever possible

Facial Aftercare

For best results after your facial:

• Avoid makeup for 24 hours if possible
• Use gentle, hydrating skincare products
• Avoid exfoliation for 3-5 days
• Wear SPF 30 or higher daily
• Avoid excessive heat, steam rooms, and saunas for 24 hours
• Stay hydrated

Microneedling Pre-Care

To ensure a safe and effective treatment:

• Avoid retinol, exfoliants, and active ingredients for 5-7 days
• Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning
• Do not wax or use depilatory creams for 7 days before treatment
• Avoid blood-thinning supplements if approved by your physician
• Arrive with clean skin

Microneedling Aftercare

For the first 24-48 hours:

• Do not wear makeup for 24 hours
• Avoid sweating, exercise, pools, and hot tubs for 24 hours
• Use only recommended post-care products
• Avoid retinol, exfoliants, and acids for 5-7 days
• Wear SPF daily and avoid direct sun exposure
• Keep skin hydrated

Chemical Peel Pre-Care

Before your peel:

• Stop retinol and exfoliating products 5-7 days prior
• Avoid waxing or laser treatments 7 days before treatment
• Avoid excessive sun exposure
• Inform Megan of any medications or recent skin procedures

Chemical Peel Aftercare

Following your peel:

• Do not pick, peel, or scrub flaking skin
• Use gentle cleanser and moisturizer only
• Avoid retinol, acids, and exfoliants until instructed
• Wear SPF 30+ daily
• Avoid excessive heat, sweating, and sun exposure during the peeling process

Waxing Pre-Care

For the best waxing results:

• Allow hair to grow at least ¼ inch long
• Gently exfoliate 24 hours before your appointment
• Avoid retinol or prescription acne products on the treatment area
• Avoid sunburned or irritated skin

Waxing Aftercare

For 24-48 hours after waxing:

• Avoid hot tubs, saunas, and excessive sweating
• Avoid direct sun exposure
• Avoid exfoliating the treated area for 48 hours
• Wear loose-fitting clothing when possible
• Begin gentle exfoliation after several days to help prevent ingrown hairs

Sunless Tanning Pre-Care

Before your appointment:

• Exfoliate thoroughly 24 hours prior
• Complete all shaving and waxing at least 24 hours before tanning
• Avoid lotions, oils, deodorant, and makeup the day of your appointment
• Wear loose, dark clothing to your appointment

Sunless Tanning Aftercare

To maximize your results:

• Avoid water, sweating, and showering for 8-12 hours
• Wear loose-fitting clothing
• Moisturize daily after your first rinse
• Avoid exfoliating until you’re ready for your tan to fade
• Pat skin dry after showering instead of rubbing

Questions?

If you have questions about your upcoming appointment, contact Face to Face Skincare at 720-325-3415. We’re happy to help you prepare and get the best possible results from your treatment.