Your Products & Your Esthetician

How to know when to DIY — and when to go pro

The modern skincare world can feel like a choose-your-own-adventure novel.
Serums promising miracles. Masks for every mood. Devices that hum, pulse, and glow.

So where does your esthetician fit in?
And when should you lean on professional treatments versus your at-home routine?

Let’s break it down.

The foundation: your daily products

Your products do the quiet, consistent work.
They maintain balance, hydration, and barrier health day after day — the invisible groundwork that keeps professional treatments from being wasted effort.

Think of your cleanser, exfoliant, and moisturizer as your everyday training plan. They teach your skin resilience, help regulate turnover, and keep inflammation at bay.

Without a solid at-home foundation, professional results fade faster.

Bottom line: Good skin begins — and stays — at home.

The boost: professional treatments

When your skin needs a reset or deeper correction, that’s where an esthetician comes in.
They have the training, equipment, and controlled environment to safely push your skin past what you can achieve in your bathroom mirror.

Common reasons to go pro:

• Persistent texture or congestion issues that home exfoliation can’t clear

• Visible signs of aging: loss of tone, fine lines, dullness

• Pigmentation concerns that require targeted peels or light therapy

• A professional analysis — sometimes, knowledge itself is the treatment

Professional care isn’t an either/or — it’s the next level once your home regimen is stable and your skin is ready to handle more active interventions.

When to start

There’s no magic age. Start when your skin’s needs outgrow what your current products can deliver.

• Twenties: Focus on prevention — consistent cleansing, hydration, and sun protection. Optional: occasional gentle facials to maintain balance.

• Thirties to forties: Add exfoliation, resurfacing, and massage-based treatments to support collagen and circulation.

• Fifties and beyond: Skin slows its repair cycle; targeted professional treatments (microneedling, firming facials, enzyme therapy) help wake it back up.

If you’re unsure, book a consultation, not a commitment. A skilled esthetician will tailor a plan that respects both your skin and your schedule.

After the appointment: how to protect your glow

What you apply after a professional treatment matters just as much as the treatment itself.
Freshly exfoliated or resurfaced skin is vulnerable — its protective barrier has been temporarily thinned to allow deeper renewal. The wrong products can cause irritation or slow recovery.

Always discuss post-treatment care with your esthetician to confirm which products are appropriate for your specific skin and the exact treatment received. Every protocol is different, and your professional’s advice should always come first. Your esthetician can easily review our product ingredients for procedure compatibility by clicking the "formula" tab for each product you would like to use. 

That said, 7 Day Glow’s all-natural, gently formulated products can provide an ideal follow-up to your treatment — supporting hydration, balance, and recovery under your esthetician’s guidance.

Here’s how to support your skin post-treatment while keeping your glow intact:

After Dermaplaning

Dermaplaning removes dead cells and fine hair, revealing new, delicate skin that’s prone to dryness.

• Step 1: Mist with HYDRATE Probiotic Essence to instantly rebalance and restore moisture.

• Step 2: Follow with NURTURE Deep Nutrition Moisturizer to cushion and protect newly revealed cells.

• Avoid: Exfoliating acids, retinol, or scrubs for 48 hours.

🩵 Your goal: Cushion and calm. Keep the barrier hydrated and protected. Don't forget sunscreen! It is especially important after exposing new, fresh cells.

After Microneedling

Microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries to stimulate collagen. Your skin needs gentle, non-active support while it heals.

• Step 1: Wait 12 hours before cleansing. When ready, cleanse with RECLAIM Radiance Nourishing Cleanser — its creamy, gel-to-milk texture gently lifts impurities without stripping or stinging.

• Step 2: Spritz with HYDRATE Probiotic Essence to soothe redness and deliver post-treatment comfort.

• Step 3: Seal in moisture with INFUSE Anti-Aging Moisturizing Face Oil — its nutrient-dense botanicals support repair and elasticity without heaviness.

• Avoid: Vitamin C, exfoliants, or makeup for 48–72 hours.

🩵 Your goal: Hydrate, calm, and protect. Think recovery, not results.

After a Basic Facial

Your skin is balanced and freshly cleansed, but slightly more permeable. Keep your post-facial routine simple and nutrient-rich.

• Step 1: Skip exfoliation for the next 24 hours.

• Step 2: Two nights later, reintroduce BOOST Resurfacing Treatment to maintain that smooth, refined glow. Tip: Start with short application times, such as 2 minutes, and build from there.

• Step 3: Lock in hydration with NURTURE Moisturizer or layer INFUSE Moisturizing Oil over top for added nourishment.

🩵 Your goal: Maintain the balance your esthetician created — gentle continuation of care, no overload.

The perfect partnership

Your home products and your esthetician should complement, not compete.
The best professionals love clients who invest in good daily care — because they know those results last longer.

And when you use high-quality formulations made with bio-active botanicals, you’re prepping your skin to respond even better in-clinic.

Think of your esthetician as your coach — and your skincare as your daily training.
Together, they build skin that glows with endurance, not just effort.

Your next step

Keep your daily glow strong with formulas designed for real results.
7 Day Glow products deliver advanced botanicals that prepare your skin for professional treatments and extend their results between visits.

Explore the full collection → www.7dayglow.com

Christine Untiedt | CEO, 7 Day Glow

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