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So I did a 'gentle' enzyme peel on a client with rosacea
Her face got SO red and angry for like two full days, way worse than I expected. I learned the hard way that 'gentle' on the label doesn't mean gentle for every skin type. Anyone have a better calming protocol for reactive skin after a bad reaction?
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patricia31712d ago
Oh man, that "gentle on the label" thing got me too. I used to think if it was sold for sensitive skin, it was safe. Then I tried a "soothing" clay mask on my own rosacea and looked like a tomato for a day. Now I patch test everything on a small part of my cheek first, even the mild stuff. I keep a bottle of plain aloe vera gel in the fridge just for cooling down flares. It's the only thing that doesn't sting.
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paigep206d ago
Yeah, I read that aloe can actually irritate some people.
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wyatt_green3112d agoTop Commenter
Patch test on your cheek or behind your ear?
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