Pre & Post Procedure Care

Pre & Post Procedure Care

Enhance your next treatment with our advanced pre & post procedure lineup. Prepare, protect, and heal for exceptional results.

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Pre & Post Procedure Skincare: Prep, Protect, Recover

Peels, microneedling, laser and injectables all work better, and heal faster, with the right skincare before and after. Shop clinical prep cleansers, growth-factor and exosome recovery serums, barrier-repair creams and calming masks from (plated), AnteAGE, Omnilux, Hydrinity, Vivier and Epicutis. SkinCrew is an authorized clinical retailer, every brand sourced direct, fresh, authentic, fast US shipping.

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  • ( plated )™ Skin Science Intense Serum ( plated )™ Skin Science Intense Serum

    ( plated )™ Skin Science Intense Serum

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  • AnteAGE MD Biosome System Serum + Accelerator AnteAGE MD Biosome System Serum + Accelerator

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  • Omnilux Hydrogel Facial Mask (3 pack) Omnilux Hydrogel Facial Mask (3 pack)

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  • Alumier Recovery Balm Alumier Recovery Balm

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  • Omnilux Hyaluronic Acid Serum Omnilux Hyaluronic Acid Serum

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  • HydraRescue BioCellulose Face Mask (4-Pack) HydraRescue BioCellulose Face Mask (4-Pack)

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  • Hydrinity Prelude Facial Treatment Cleanser Hydrinity Prelude Facial Treatment Cleanser

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  • Epicutis Lipid Recovery Mask for Face (5 pack) Epicutis Lipid Recovery Mask for Face (5 pack)

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  • Vivier V-STAT™ Advanced Repair Gel Vivier V-STAT™ Advanced Repair Gel

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How to Care for Skin Before & After a Procedure

Peels, lasers, microneedling and injectables all put skin through a temporary period of increased sensitivity and compromised barrier function. The right prep and recovery products can reduce discomfort, calm inflammation and support the skin's own repair process, often shortening the time before it looks and feels normal again.

Below are our best-selling pre and post procedure products from (plated), AnteAGE, Omnilux, Hydrinity, Vivier and Epicutis, chosen to prep, calm, repair and protect treated skin at every stage of recovery.

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Prep the Skin

Gentle, clinical-grade cleansers and mists reduce bacteria and prepare skin for treatment.

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Calm Inflammation

Post-treatment skin is reactive; soothing, fragrance-free formulas reduce redness and discomfort.

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Rebuild the Barrier

Growth factors, peptides and lipids speed the barrier's return to normal function.

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Accelerate Recovery

Exosome and growth-factor technology can shorten visible downtime after in-office procedures.

Best-Selling Pre & Post Procedure Products

Recovery serums, barrier creams, calming masks and prep cleansers. Tap any product to shop.

Plated
( plated )™ Skin Science Calm Serum
Best for: post-procedure calming and recovery
$258Shop now →
AnteAGE
AnteAGE MD Biosome System Serum + Accelerator
Best for: clinical-grade growth factor recovery
$314Shop now →
Alumier
Alumier Recovery Balm
Best for: soothing post-treatment moisture
$112Shop now →
Hydrinity
Hydrinity Restorative HA Serum
Best for: rapid barrier repair
$120Shop now →
Vivier
Vivier V-STAT™ Advanced Repair Gel
Best for: reducing the look of scars and healing time
$52Shop now →
Vivier
Vivier Crème 47
Best for: 47-ingredient redness and barrier support
$395Shop now →
Epicutis
Epicutis Lipid Recovery Mask for Face (5 pack)
Best for: intensive barrier and redness recovery
$125Shop now →
NeoGenesis
NeoGenesis Recovery Serum
Best for: comfort and renewal after treatments
$195.50Shop now →

What Recovery Skin Needs & Why

Support the skin's natural healing process at each stage.

Prep

Clinical Cleansing

A gentle, non-irritating cleanse removes bacteria and debris before any in-office or at-home procedure.

Calm

Anti-Inflammatory Support

Soothing ingredients reduce the redness, heat and sensitivity that follow peels, laser or microneedling.

Repair

Growth Factors & Exosomes

Signal-molecule technology supports the skin's own repair processes, often used to speed visible recovery.

Protect

Occlusive Barrier Support

Breathable occlusive gels and balms shield compromised skin while it heals.

Shop by Recovery Need

Find the right product for your specific procedure and healing stage.

A Simple Pre & Post Procedure Routine

Always confirm your exact protocol with your treating provider, this is a general framework.

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Before cleanse with a gentle, non-irritating formula and avoid retinol, acids or waxing for several days pre-treatment as advised.
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Immediately After apply only what your provider recommends, often a calming serum or occlusive balm, skipping actives entirely.
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Days 1 to 3 focus on hydration and barrier support with growth-factor serums, ceramide creams and fragrance-free formulas.
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Days 3+ reintroduce your normal routine gradually as redness and sensitivity subside, always guided by your provider.
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Every Day protect healing skin with broad-spectrum SPF 30+, since post-procedure skin is significantly more sun-sensitive.

Every procedure, a light peel, ablative laser, microneedling, injectables, has a different recovery timeline. Always follow your provider's specific aftercare instructions; the products here are meant to support, not replace, that guidance.

WHAT TO USE, BY RECOVERY STAGE

Match the product to how fresh the treated skin is.

WHAT TO USE, BY RECOVERY STAGE
StageFocusAvoid
Pre-TreatmentGentle cleansing, hydrationNew actives, retinol, waxing
0 to 3 Days PostCalming serums, occlusive balmsExfoliants, fragrance, makeup (if advised)
3 to 7 Days PostBarrier creams, growth factorsStrong acids, retinol
1+ Weeks PostGradual return to normal routineRushing back to full-strength actives

Frequently Asked Questions

What skincare should I use before a procedure?

Most providers recommend a gentle, non-irritating cleanser and pausing retinol, strong acids and waxing for several days beforehand, always confirm the exact timeline with your provider.

What can I put on my skin after a chemical peel?

Typically only what your provider recommends: a calming, fragrance-free serum or occlusive balm, avoiding actives, exfoliants and sun exposure until healed.

Are growth factor serums good for post-procedure recovery?

Yes. Growth-factor and exosome-based serums support the skin's own repair signaling and help reduce visible downtime after treatment.

How long should I avoid retinol after microneedling?

Most providers advise waiting 5 to 7 days, or until texture and redness have fully normalized, before reintroducing retinol.

Can I wear makeup after a facial procedure?

It depends on the treatment; many providers recommend avoiding makeup for at least 24 hours to reduce irritation or infection risk while skin heals.

What reduces redness after a procedure?

Calming, anti-inflammatory serums and masks, cool compresses and strict sun avoidance all help; formulas built for reactive skin work best in this window.

Is sunscreen necessary after a procedure?

Yes, more than ever. Freshly treated skin is far more sensitive to UV damage and pigmentation, so daily broad-spectrum SPF 30+ is essential during recovery.

What is an occlusive balm used for post-procedure?

It creates a breathable barrier over compromised skin, locking in moisture and protecting the healing surface from irritants and water loss.

Can I use hyaluronic acid serum right after a peel?

A gentle, fragrance-free hyaluronic acid serum is often well tolerated and can help rehydrate healing skin, but confirm timing with your provider first.

How soon can I exfoliate after a procedure?

Generally not until skin has fully healed and any provider-directed waiting period has passed, often one to two weeks.

Do I need different products for laser versus microneedling recovery?

The core principles, gentle cleansing, calming, barrier repair, SPF, apply to both, though timing may differ by treatment.

Why buy pre & post procedure skincare from an authorized retailer?

Recovery formulas are sensitive to storage and freshness. An authorized retailer like SkinCrew guarantees authentic, properly stored product for compromised skin.

Is NeoGenesis Recovery suitable after professional treatments?

Yes. NeoGenesis Recovery is a 70% S2RM serum many providers use immediately after microneedling, laser, peels and other in-office procedures to support comfort and the skin's natural renewal. It is fragrance free and can be used on compromised skin from day one; apply it before your moisturizer and keep the rest of the routine simple until skin settles.

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Build a complete, connected routine. These are the concern and ingredient hubs most often paired with Pre & Post Procedure Care at SkinCrew.

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Read the Guides

Side-by-side comparisons and brand guides from The Skin Edit.

GuideBest Post-Procedure SkincareAfter laser, peels and microneedlingRead → GuideBest Barrier Repair ProductsEpicutis vs AlumierMD vs VivierRead → GuideExosomes vs Growth Factors( plated ) vs AnteAGE vs TNSRead →

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