Dry Face after receiving a Facial

[jayhawkgirl21]

I have had several facials in my life, but never an enzymatic facial.  after having one, my face became very irrated several hours later.  It was itchy, feels scaly, and seems very dry.  To be honest, it is very gross feeling.  It has been 5 days and does not seem to be getting any better.  I have been using moisturizers and aloe every morning and night.

I need my healthy skin back!!!  What can I use or do to make it better?  

Thank you!

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
I cannot confirm anything without examination but it sounds like irritant contact dermatitis. Irritant dermatitis, the most common type of contact dermatitis, involves inflammation resulting from contact with acids, alkaline materials such as soaps and detergents, cosmetics, or other chemicals.

Avoid using any lotions and creams over the face for the meantime. Wash your face with a mild cleanser with moisturizing properties like Cetaphil. Pat your face dry. Then apply a good hypoallergenic moisturizer over the area and see if this improves. If the symptoms still persist then you can apply mild steroid like dermacort.

If the irritation persists then please get it evaluated from a dermatologist.
I hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional doubts. Kind regards.