After a facial, how long should I wait until I put makeup on?
In short? Try to avoid piling make-up straight on to freshly cleansed skin.
Shula Starkey, founder of ARK Skincare, recommends leaving it as long as possible before applying make-up – preferably overnight.
“The skin is thoroughly cleansed and massaged, and as pores are opened through steaming, we’d advise clients to allow the products to absorb and the pores to close. However, there is no harm in putting on some make-up straight away — such as a touch of mascara, lip gloss and a mineral powder base.”
Clare Rogers, owner of The Treatment Rooms in Brighton, says: “If your skin reacts to treatments by becoming red and sensitive, avoid base make-up for 24 hours. If you have regular facials and know your skin doesn’t flare up, then you could have a facial in the morning and get away with wearing make-up in the evening.”
