Should I not exfoliate a new client on acne rx?

I have a new girl coming tonight. She is a college student under a lot of stress and her mom wanted her to have a relaxing treatment. She is on Acanya , a benzoyle peroxide gel and Acanya and Retin -A. She said she is very sensitive due to the meds.

I am not sure what SS products I can use on her.

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Permalink Reply by Lisa VanBockern on February 26, 2014 at 8:54am

Hi Robin:

I would use a Raspberry Peach or Coconut enzyme with a very light microderm (or dermafile). I would not use any acids. Complete it with the Seaweed Mask or the Goji Berry Mask. If ever in doubt always lean towards the light side of treatments. I hope this helps!

Lisa

Permalink Reply by Robin Lemon on April 9, 2014 at 1:41pm

I am pleased to announce that after her 2nd visit with me she has decided to go off the acne rx and start some more intense treatments and she is purchasing SS products this month! How long do you think she needs to be off the rx for before her skin is able to tolerate a pomegranate? I think I will start with raspberry peach and then bump it up gradually.

Permalink Reply by Lisa VanBockern on April 9, 2014 at 3:36pm

Robin:

One week is normally acceptable to be off retin-a before starting treatments with acids. However, I like your idea of starting with the raspberry peach to be on the safe side and working up to the Pomegranate enzyme.