“How to Keep Your Skin Hydrated After a Facial”
Short version: That post-facial glow isn’t just luck — it’s hydration. After your treatment, your skin is in its most receptive and delicate state, and how you care for it over the next few days determines how long that glow lasts. Here’s how to keep your skin plump, hydrated, and radiant after your facial treatment.
1. Lock in Moisture with the Right Products
Your skin barrier is freshly cleansed, exfoliated, and prepped to absorb active ingredients. The key now? Seal it in.
Use a gentle, nourishing moisturiser right after your treatment and morning/night for the next few days.
Look for ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and squalane.
Avoid harsh actives (retinol, strong acids) for at least 48 hours.
This simple step can make your glow last days longer — not just hours.
2. Hydrate from the Inside
Water isn’t a magic fix, but it does help your skin hold onto moisture more effectively when your barrier is supported.
Aim for 2–3L of water daily.
Add electrolytes (or a pinch of sea salt + lemon) for better hydration balance.
Herbal teas and hydrating foods (like cucumber or watermelon) also help.
Think of it as feeding your glow from the inside out.
3. Protect Your Skin Barrier
Post-facial skin is more sensitive to the environment. Barrier support = longer lasting hydration and results.
Skip exfoliating for 2–3 days.
Avoid saunas, hot showers, or strong skincare.
Keep your skincare routine gentle and hydrating.
Related: [How Collagen Works (And Why You Should Start Supporting It Early)]
4. SPF Is Non-Negotiable
UV exposure can dehydrate skin fast — and undo your facial results.
Use SPF 30+ daily (even if it’s cloudy).
Reapply if you’re outdoors.
Wear a hat or avoid peak sun when possible.
Especially for clients in Jannali or the Sutherland Shire, where UV is strong year-round, SPF is the most effective way to protect your glow.
5. Add an LED Boost (Optional)
If you want to take hydration to the next level, adding a LED Light Therapy session 2–3 days after your facial can help soothe, repair, and lock in that glow. Red light increases circulation and supports moisture retention.
Final Tip: Gentle Is Best
The best thing you can do for your skin after a facial is nourish, protect, and support it — not overwhelm it. Hydration is the foundation of healthy, glowing skin, and with the right aftercare, your results will last much longer.
Book Your Next Glow-Up in Jannali
Our customised facial treatments are designed to restore, hydrate, and protect your skin barrier. Book your next facial at our Jannali clinic and let us create a glow that lasts well beyond the treatment room.