I have a bad acne flare up, is it ok to go to a spa and get a facial or just go to the doc and get meds?

i dont want to gross the spa people outI have a bad acne flare up, is it ok to go to a spa and get a facial or just go to the doc and get meds?
DO NOT GO TO A SPA....EVER! They do not have the medical expertise to deal with acne and acne related issues, despite what those snazzy advertisements may say. I had moderate to severe acne for 12 years and still treat it to some degree %26amp; I was specifically told by my dermatologist to never go to a spa for any type of cosmetic facial treatment since I have acne. Good luck.I have a bad acne flare up, is it ok to go to a spa and get a facial or just go to the doc and get meds?
Been there, still there, please, don't even think of going to a spa, Your skin is delicate and unpredictable when you suffer with acne, so the gels, massages etc will play havoc with your skin. As the above answerer said, spa staff are not medically trained, so please don't even go there. Your skin needs TLC at the moment. Go along to your GP instead. Just a suggestion, have you ever tried the contraceptive pill Dianette. It is one of the best things that has ever worked for me, and ive tried near enough everything. Look it up darling, its worth a try. Good luck and dont give up. xxx
If you have a bad acne flare up, I wouldn't suggest doing too much to aggravate your skin and making it worse. No harsh exfoliating beads!!! You don't want to pop them and spread the infection more. May I suggest using a gentle cleanser, a glycolic acid base toner for exfoliation, a salicylic acid or benzyl peroxide treatment and a moisturizer whenever you feel dry. Always wash your face before you go to bed esp. if you wear makeup! If you are the type who has more hormonal breakouts-try using a clay mask to help prevent.
Place conceler/foundation DO NOT POP IT! IT'LL LOOK GROSSER! And just don't touch it when you go, it'll attract more attention(For Future Pimples). Wash it with ';Cetaphil';. I think truthfully you should cancel the spa and reschedule. Go to a DERMATOLOGIST. She'll tell you what to do...Unfortunatly I'm not one.





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i would suggest doing what i did and going to see the doctor. they will b able to give what medication you need for your ane. good luck
facial would make the acne more inflammated, consult to a doc.
the facial wont do **** for your future breakouts... get proactiv!