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Thanks for your question about scabs after extractions. Extractions can be very helpful to help remove comedones and help pustules to heal faster. The success of facial extractions are so provider dependent. I recommend a medical practice for these type of facials.
Scabs or sores can occur after extractions if the technique was too aggressive, or if the skin was too sensitive because, for example, the person was on a topical retinoid or some other exfoliating agent. Extractions can be an excellent way of getting rid of persistent or deep comedones, but the results will depend on the technique of the person providing the service. So, no, scabs and sores are not normal after a facial but they can happen. Provide wound care to the area (e.g. Aquaphor or Biafine) so that the irritated areas will heal better and faster. if you go to the same facialist, make sure you discuss what happened with him or her and review your other skin care products.
I absolutely advise my patients against extraction facials. They harm the skin and can even cause permanent marks and dents. What you are experiencing is "normal" for an extraction facial, but again, these should not be done and you can cause permanent damage to your skin, tone, and texture.
To have your facial before your fillers would be great, but if you are planning to do it afterward, you have to wait at least 2 - 4 weeks to have your facial. At that time, your filler will settle in your skin, and if you got swelling and bruises, they would improve by that time. Also, have in...
As Restylane is such an excellent product, some people have facials 2 to 3 days after the treatment, and they have no further complications. But in it's good to wait around two weeks to get a facial to avoid problems in the treated area, the filler will settle into your skin, and the bruises and...
Yes, facials are safe for every kind of skin because they help you clean, exfoliate, and especially hydrate and plump your skin. To have better results, you should get a facial once a month. Usually, they are complemented with dermabrasion, chemical peels, LED light therapy, among others....