AviClear® pre & post-care.
A little preparation makes your AviClear® session smoother and your skin happier afterward. None of it is complicated — but a few things matter, especially what to pause beforehand. Here's everything you need, before and after. If your provider gives you instructions that differ from this page, follow theirs — they're looking at your skin.
Set a few things down first.
Easing off a few actives beforehand leaves your skin calmer and lowers the chance of irritation during treatment.
- Retinoids / retinol
- Exfoliating acids (AHA / BHA — glycolic, salicylic, lactic)
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Physical scrubs and aggressive exfoliation
- Keep skin hydrated and your barrier calm
- Avoid sunburn and heavy sun exposure beforehand
- Arrive with clean skin if you can — or we’ll cleanse it for you
- A list of your current products and medications
- Sunscreen for afterward
- Any questions — there’s no such thing as a silly one
What to expect.
Come with clean skin and, ideally, no makeup on the treatment area — we can remove it if needed. Wear something comfortable. Plan for the appointment itself plus a few minutes to settle in and review anything with your provider.
There’s typically no need to arrange a ride or take time off — most patients return to their day right after.
- Cool it if it feels warm — a clean, cool compress is fine
- Sunscreen, every day — non-negotiable, and ongoing
- Skip the actives — no retinoids, acids, or benzoyl peroxide yet
- Cleanse gently with a mild cleanser and lukewarm water
- Hands off — let your skin do its thing
- Hold off on heavy workouts, saunas, and very hot showers for the first day if your provider advises
What's normal — and what's not.
- Mild redness or warmth that fades
- Skin feeling slightly more sensitive at first
- Breakouts not changing immediately — results are gradual
- Most patients can ease actives back in after the first 48 hours, as their provider directs — start low and slow
- Redness, swelling, or discomfort that worsens instead of settling
- Blistering, open areas, signs of infection, or anything that worries you
Between and after sessions.
Day to day, AviClear® patients do best with a simple, barrier-friendly routine: gentle cleanser, moisturizer, daily SPF, and whatever targeted or prescription step your provider has set. The goal is consistency, not a shelf full of products — and keeping paused actives paused around each session.
Questions before your session?
Ask us at your visit, or call your location — we'd rather over-explain than have you guessing.