After finishing a microdermabrasion treatment, estheticians should advise their clients to:

After finishing a microdermabrasion treatment, estheticians should advise their clients to:

• A. Use Heavy Exfoliants Immediately
• B. Apply Sunscreen and Makeup Only
• C. Avoid Moisturizers for 24 Hours
• D. Avoid Chemical Exfoliants and Scrubs

Answer: (D)

After microdermabrasion, the skin’s surface is smoother but more sensitive, with a temporary disruption of the protective barrier. To support healing and minimize irritation, it’s best to avoid any further exfoliation, which means steering clear of chemical exfoliants and physical scrubs. These can over-exfoliate or irritate the freshly exposed skin, leading to redness, stinging, or peeling. The recommended aftercare focuses on gentle cleansing, nourishing moisturizer, and sun protection, since a calm, hydrated skin surface responds best and is less prone to irritation or pigment changes. The other options don’t align with this protective approach: heavy exfoliants right away are too harsh, avoiding moisturizers hinders recovery, and restricting to sunscreen and makeup doesn’t address the need to maintain a protective, hydrated barrier.

After microdermabrasion, the skin’s surface is smoother but more sensitive, with a temporary disruption of the protective barrier. To support healing and minimize irritation, it’s best to avoid any further exfoliation, which means steering clear of chemical exfoliants and physical scrubs. These can over-exfoliate or irritate the freshly exposed skin, leading to redness, stinging, or peeling. The recommended aftercare focuses on gentle cleansing, nourishing moisturizer, and sun protection, since a calm, hydrated skin surface responds best and is less prone to irritation or pigment changes. The other options don’t align with this protective approach: heavy exfoliants right away are too harsh, avoiding moisturizers hinders recovery, and restricting to sunscreen and makeup doesn’t address the need to maintain a protective, hydrated barrier.