Radiance Reset Microderm Facial: What to Do the First 72 Hours
By Meraki & Co. Salon & Spa | October 24, 2026
Most important rule: keep your skin cool, clean, and out of the sun for the first 72 hours, because microderm exfoliation leaves fresh skin more reactive than usual.
I love how the Radiance Reset Microderm Facial (55 minutes, $95) makes skin look smoother and more even toned fast, but the first few days are what protect that glow. Here in Greer, SC, heat and humidity can sneak up on you, and post facial sweat is one of the quickest ways to stir up redness. This guide is my simple, time-efficient plan for the first 72 hours so you can get back to real life without accidentally undoing your results.
First 24 hours after your microderm facial: keep it clean, cool, and hands off
Right after microderm, your skin is freshly buffed. That’s the point. It also means it’s easier to irritate. For the first day, I generally recommend you treat your face like it’s in a “quiet phase.”
The short list: skip makeup for at least 24 hours, avoid hot water and heavy sweating, and don’t use acids or retinoids.
Do this (it’s simple)
- Cleanse with lukewarm water and a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser.
- Pat dry. Don’t scrub with a towel.
- Use a fragrance-free moisturizer. Think soothing, not “active.”
- If you have to be outside, start SPF as soon as you’re back in the sun. Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ is the minimum.
Avoid this (even if you feel fine)
- Makeup for 24 hours. It’s not about looks, it’s about keeping bacteria and friction off fresh skin.
- Hot showers, saunas, steam rooms, and very warm face rinses. Heat tends to prolong redness.
- Vigorous workouts. In our Greer humidity, sweat and rubbing (towel, hat brim, visor) can irritate quickly.
- Picking, scratching, or trying to “help” any flaking along. Let skin do its thing.
Quick tip for commuters and shift workers: If you’re heading toward Greenville or Spartanburg after your appointment off SC-101/Highway 101, keep a clean moisturizer and SPF in your bag. Apply with freshly washed hands, not in the car with mystery germs on your fingertips.
Hours 24 to 72: the “protect the glow” window (and what to avoid for 5 to 7 days)
If your skin looks a little pink the first day, that’s common. The goal on days two and three is steady calming care. This is also where people mess up by jumping back into strong products too soon.
Keep doing these basics
- Gentle cleanse morning and night.
- Moisturize twice a day, more if you feel tight or dry.
- Wear broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily. Reapply if you’re outdoors.
Sun note: Treated skin is more UV-sensitive for up to two weeks. Even quick errands can add up, especially in bright South Carolina sun.
Hold off on these for 5 to 7 days
I generally want you to pause anything that speeds up cell turnover or exfoliates. Your skin already got that in your microderm facial.
- Retinol and prescription retinoids
- Glycolic, lactic, salicylic, and other exfoliating acids
- Scrubs, cleansing brushes, peeling gels, and at-home devices
A simple product lineup for microderm aftercare (no guessing aisle)
You don’t need a dozen steps. You need the right types of products, used consistently, and nothing “spicy” for a few days.
My go-to aftercare basics
- Gentle cleanser: fragrance-free, pH-balanced, no grit.
- Moisturizer: fragrance-free, barrier-supporting, not overly active.
- SPF 30+ broad-spectrum: pick one you’ll actually wear daily.
If you’re acne-prone, sensitive, or you’re using prescription skin care, tell me what’s in your routine at your appointment. I’ll help you figure out what to pause and when to bring it back. And if you’re browsing for other self-care while you’re here, you can check out our facials services along Highway 101 in Greer so you’re not guessing what fits your skin goals.
Swimming, hot tubs, workouts: the real-life timing questions I hear every week
Workouts: I’d like you to wait at least 24 hours. If you tend to flush easily or your gym sessions are intense, give it 48 hours. Sweat plus friction is a common irritation combo, especially in Greer’s humid subtropical weather.
Swimming and hot tubs: Plan on 48 to 72 hours before pools, lakes, and hot tubs. Chlorine, heat, and bacteria risk aren’t your friend right after exfoliation.
Makeup: Give me 24 hours. If you absolutely have to wear makeup after that, keep it light, apply with clean brushes or sponges, and remove it gently the same night.
If you booked Radiance Reset because your skin’s been looking dull or rough, I also put together a deeper breakdown of why this service works and what it’s best for. It’s right here: dull, rough skin and the Radiance Reset Microderm Facial.
What’s normal after microderm, and when I want you to call me
A little redness, mild tightness, and a slightly dry feeling can happen. Light flaking can also show up as your skin turns over. The fix is almost always the same: gentle cleanse, moisturize, and protect with SPF.
Reach out to me promptly if you notice prolonged redness that isn’t calming down after a couple of days, significant swelling, blistering, increasing pain, or anything that looks like infection.
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one of our long-time clients
That “you’re in good hands” feeling matters in skin care too. I’m right along the SC-101/Highway 101 corridor on the north side of Greer near the I-85 interchange, so it’s an easy stop if you’re coming from Duncan, Lyman, Reidville, Pelham, or Taylors. If something feels off, call the salon. I’d rather answer a quick question than have you sit at home wondering if you messed up your results.
One more thing: If you found me while searching “hair salon near me, ” “hair styling near me, ” “haircut near me, ” or even “massage places near me, ” you’re in the right spot. A lot of people like knocking out hair, skin, massage, extensions, and makeup planning in one place, but after microderm I want your next 72 hours to stay quiet and skin-focused.