Just received and was hoping someone would want to share their best way of prepping the skin before/during/after using it? Thank you for any answers.
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I wash before, then moisturize after. I use Retin A (tretinoin) sometimes for really good exfoliation and this gets rid of flaky skin afterward.
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You can use any facial cleanser to cleanse the face before using your SkinVacMD. Before stating with your SkinVac make sure your face is completely dry. After using the SkinVac, I cleanse again to remove dead skin that is left. Follow with a good toner, let it dry then apply moisturizer. Don't forget to use a sunscreen daily.
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I just thoroughly cleanse (make sure all make-up is off), let my skin dry and then use SkinVac. After using SkinVac I use a Vitamin C serum followed by hylaronic acid serum ( hylaronic acid is very soothing despite the name) and finally, a good moisturizer. I use Retin-A regularly, but I don't use it after the SkinVac for at least a day because I've found that to be a little irritating to my skin.
1199953
So far all I have done is melt it down with other ingredients. One of my favorites is a Buttery Coconut moisturizer. See on pinterest for recipe.
327810
Always use a weaker strength and wait a month. Everyones skin is different. Don't be in a rush. Watch skin videos on youtube to give you tips. The secret to using these "acids", is to keep your skin moisturized after. If you do this the skin will peel faster. If it is not, then consider a different acid strength. Always test on a small area off to the side under clothing. I happen to like this company and the quality of their product. I would get it again. It only takes a little bit so my bottles of different strengths are lasting. Good Luck.
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be prepared....this is the second time I have used....Id show you picks but might scare you.....I applied under bandage3 or 4 days in a row.....then left alone.,...spot swelled....itched....got red.....friends said : "go to DOCTOR immediately"..... I am militantly holistic.....after about 10 days it scabbed over....another week scab fell off and looks good... takes a leap of faith....good luck..
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Definitely wash it off. I wouldn't even do it after 8 minutes. I would start with 1 minute and do it gradually more every time you try to get your skin used to it.
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I don't prepare mine. I keep it in the fridge for storage until I need it. I set it out for bout a day before I need it so it can come to room temperature. After that I use it just like lotion but it works so much better. I rub it between my hands and it melts really quick. Don't know how to prepare it if you making things with it
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Ooooo I usually spray (not steam) my backdrop with water once I get it up and I instantly start seeing the wrinkles smooth out. You would want to do this at least a 30min to a hour before your shoot to give it an ample amount of time to dry before you start shooting though. Once dry - it's perfect!
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yes. I just started leaving it on overnight. I use a thin layer so the burn lasts a few seconds while drying. My complexion and glow is improving. By doing this with a thin layer, I also don't have the obvious dead skin peeling.
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Sorry for the delay in answering. I love this product! You can do it either way with great results, make it a thin mask or make it thick it works and your skin feels silky afterwards, so try it in different ways to suit yourself. I order this all the time, and usually 3 jars at a time, just so I don't run out. Great product!
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I use Philosophy's Hope In A Jar. You only need a very small amount. Let the serum dry completely and then apply moisturizer. I have not had any bad reaction by using the two. Hope this helps.
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I put it right on my skin and spread it around, but you can also put it in a spray bottle. There are directions on the bottle.
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Jonathan, just started using this and from what I'd read on different reviews, this is what I do. I clean my face with witch hazel thoroughly, then I rinse it off with water. I wasnt sure if acid will react to witch hazel. I apply the acid, starting on my forehead or cheeks first. I made the mistake of doing it near my nose at first and it pooled on the crease and boy did that hurt! Also when applying near the nose/mouth area, hold your breath and make sure you have good ventilation. I think I was hyperventilating on the first application because Im a sissy with pain and I can feel it stinging a little in my nose and mouth when I was breathing thru my mouth. Definitely do something distracting while waiting for the 5 minutes. I walked around really fast around the house to distract me. The first 3 mins is definitely tough. The more you use it the better it gets. Then rinse with a lot of water. Water is an easy enutralizer. some people use 1tbsp Baking soda/1cup water mixture. I just use the handheld showerhead. Definitely use a good moisturer after. Hope this helps.
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Make sure to wash face before use. And I read somewhere to rinse off in water and let air dry between uses..
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Just use soap and water to clean. As for the instruction, push down on skin evenly and administer shot in opening. Our doctor seems to think it helps.
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No, the instructions state to wash with unperfumed soap, dry and wear. I think they are meant to take the place of lotions. Studies have shown silicone is the most effective way to reduce new and old scars. I was using vitamin E oil but two doctors and the acupuncturist told me about the latest findings using silicone. You must take the strip off before showering and sweating through an exercise class. They do not stick well with lotion at all nor as they start to lose their effectiveness. I take one off and hand wash then put a new one each week trading between two for two weeks. They instruct you wear one for a week so since I split mine in half I trade between the two the get full use at the end of two weeks. I keep the plastic backing after the one I just washed is clean and dry. I carry them in my purse so if one is nearing it's usefulness for a day or I got lotion or sweat around the edges and it's lifting up I wash my arm and apply the other half. I hope this makes sense. I like them much more than the paint on stuff which smelled horrible and flaked off constantly. I find they make the scar feel better when on than off. As I recall the instructions did not recommend using for stomach scars. You should contact the company to find out why. I have a 7" scar, two inches above the elbow and the rest runs over the elbow and down the forearm. The area on the forearm using the scar guard and I suspect the slight pressure leaning that part on my desk chair arm rest seems to have helped keep the scar flat. The part above the elbow is more keloided/raised and red. I am continuing to rub it with the silicone over it as instructed by my OT. No lotion would not allow parts of the scar guard to remain in full contact. I also have had foot surgery. The strips are so long I can cut off an end for my foot but I put tape to keep the shoes I wear from pulling it off. I do not need tape on my arm to keep the silicone in place.
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I bought the vitamin c and the hylauronic acid. I noticed my skin looked different after only a few days. I am really impressed. I have also ordered the 20 percent salicylic peel. I read one review that said her skin peeled. I have used it twice in a 7 day period and have had no sensitivity.
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Hello, this is a good question. I bought it to use my wife, I know she finished using it, use shrink pores effect of the essence, or use some shrink pores effect of toner, or mask. She only used twice a week. I sincerely hope my answers help you.