AquaFacial Pre & Post Care
How to Prepare Your Skin, Protect the Barrier, and Extend Your Results
An AquaFacial is designed to deeply cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin while maintaining barrier integrity. Because the treatment optimizes the skin’s surface and hydration levels, proper pre- and post-care help preserve results and keep the skin calm, balanced, and responsive.
At Denver Dream Medspa, AquaFacial care protocols are intentionally conservative—focused on supporting skin function rather than overstimulating it.
Why Pre & Post Care Matters for AquaFacials
Even gentle exfoliation temporarily increases skin receptivity. Proper care ensures that:
Hydration is maintained
Sensitivity is avoided
The skin barrier remains intact
Results last longer
When care is handled correctly, AquaFacials leave skin healthier—not stressed.
Before Your AquaFacial
Preparing your skin properly ensures safe exfoliation and optimal hydration.
Recommended Pre-Treatment Guidelines
In the days leading up to your appointment, patients are generally advised to:
Avoid aggressive exfoliation (retinoids, acids, scrubs) for 3–5 days
Avoid waxing or hair removal in the treatment area
Avoid excessive sun exposure or sunburn
Maintain a gentle skincare routine
Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin
Your provider may adjust these recommendations based on your skin type, sensitivity, or recent treatments.
Why These Steps Are Important
Strong actives or recent exfoliation can compromise the skin barrier. Allowing the skin to normalize before treatment ensures the AquaFacial remains gentle, effective, and comfortable.
Immediately After an AquaFacial
After treatment, the skin is freshly exfoliated, deeply cleansed, and well hydrated.
It is normal for skin to feel:
Clean and refreshed
Smooth and supple
Calm, without redness or irritation
Targeted serums and barrier-supportive products are applied immediately following treatment.
Post-Treatment Care: The First 24 Hours
The first day after your AquaFacial should focus on protection and hydration.
Recommended Aftercare
Patients are typically advised to:
Continue using gentle, hydrating skincare
Apply broad-spectrum SPF daily
Avoid aggressive exfoliants or active treatments
Avoid excessive heat, steam, or sweating
There is no downtime—but protecting the skin helps extend results.
Ongoing Aftercare & Maintenance
In the days following treatment, consistent care helps maintain clarity and hydration.
Best Practices
Maintain daily SPF use
Keep the skin well hydrated
Reintroduce active ingredients gradually, if appropriate
Follow any personalized product recommendations
Because AquaFacials improve product absorption, quality skincare becomes even more effective after treatment.
What to Avoid Between AquaFacials
To protect the skin barrier and avoid overstimulation:
Avoid layering multiple exfoliating treatments too closely
Avoid frequent at-home extraction or abrasive tools
Avoid aggressive peels without professional guidance
AquaFacials work best when they are the primary exfoliation method, not one of many competing exfoliants.
AquaFacial Pre & Post Care Within Skin + Tox Club™
Within the Skin + Tox Club™ Grande Membership, AquaFacials are spaced strategically to allow the skin to fully benefit from each treatment without stress.
Membership supports:
Proper treatment intervals
Provider-guided product use
Seasonal skin adjustments
Long-term barrier health
This structure helps patients maintain results without irritation or guesswork.
When to Contact Your Provider
Although AquaFacials are extremely well tolerated, you should contact your provider if you experience:
Unusual or prolonged sensitivity
Unexpected irritation
Questions about product use
Your comfort and skin health are always the priority.
Simple Care, Better Results
AquaFacials deliver their best results when paired with simple, consistent aftercare. By supporting hydration and barrier health, results remain smooth, balanced, and long-lasting.
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⭐ Why Denver Dream Medspa
At Denver Dream Medspa, AquaFacial protocols prioritize barrier protection, hydration, and long-term skin health. Our care standards are designed specifically for Denver’s dry, high-altitude environment and real-life skin needs.
