More people than ever are turning to in-office skincare treatments—from fillers and neuromodulators to lasers, microneedling, and chemical peels—for noticeable, transformative results. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, minimally invasive procedures rose more than 3% in 2024, with neuromodulators (like Botox), filler, and skin resurfacing treatments (lasers, peels, microdermabrasion) leading the way.
These procedures can dramatically improve the look and feel of your skin, but what you do at home afterward is just as important. Think of it like visiting the dentist: that occasional visit for a “big” treatment is important, but daily maintenance ensures lasting results. Choosing the best skincare after in-office treatments—formulas clinically proven to hydrate, calm, and support repair—soothe and support your skin during recovery while maximizing your results.
Key Skincare Needs Following In-Office Treatments
While every in-office procedure is different, each has the same thing in common: your skin requires targeted care afterward to support recovery and enhance results. Immediately post-treatment, skin is often more sensitive and more receptive to active ingredients, which makes product selection especially important. Here are the four most critical skincare needs to address after professional treatments.
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Hydration & Barrier Repair
Procedures like lasers, microneedling, and peels can temporarily disrupt the skin barrier, leading to dryness, tightness, or flaking. Replenishing hydration helps restore balance while reinforcing the skin’s protective layer. Ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and collagen are clinically shown to increase water retention and improve barrier function. When the barrier is intact, skin recovers faster and responds better to ongoing treatments.
Recommended Post-Treatment Skincare: For improved results, use KNESKO’s Amethyst Hydrate Serum both morning and evening. You can pair this serum with any other KNESKO serum to double down on your recovery and post-treatment results. The same is true of our Amethyst Hydrate Face Mask, which you can use once per week. If you’ve had lip work done, add the Amethyst Hydrate Lip Mask to your weekly regimen.
Soothing & Calming
Redness, heat, and sensitivity are common after injectables and resurfacing procedures, including lasers, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning, and peels. This is the skin’s natural inflammatory response, but it can be uncomfortable and may prolong downtime if not managed. Calming formulas rich in aloe, tiger grass, and botanical complexes can visibly reduce skin redness and support skin’s return to equilibrium. Soothing products not only provide comfort but also reduce the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Recommended Post-Treatment Skincare: To soothe skin after in-office treatments, reach for KNESKO's award-winning Green Jade Calm Face Mask, which is formulated with probiotics, hyaluronic acid, and soothing tiger grass, seaweed, and marshmallow extract. Pair it with the Green Jade Calm Serum, which you can use morning and evening.
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Repair & Strengthening
Treatments that create controlled micro-injuries, like microneedling or certain laser therapies, stimulate collagen and elastin production deep within the skin. To support this natural repair process it’s critical to use skincare formulas rich in peptides. These signal the skin to support new collagen growth and visibly improve firmness while colloidal gold enhances delivery and provides antioxidant support. Added collagen further hydrates and reinforces the barrier, creating the ideal environment for recovery.
Recommended Post-Treatment Skincare: KNESKO’s Gold Repair Collection—featuring peptides, colloidal gold, and collagen—helps strengthen skin, reduce downtime, and maximize the results of your in-office treatments. The bestselling Gold Repair Collagen Face Mask is a must, and you can extend that care even further with the Gold Repair Neck and Decollete Mask Combo. To supercharge your results, layer with the Gold Repair Face Serum and Gold Repair Body Serum.
Rose Quartz Antioxidant Collagen Eye Mask
Rose Quartz Antioxidant Collagen Face Mask
Sun Protection & Daily Defense
Post-treatment skin is especially vulnerable to UV and environmental stressors, making daily broad-spectrum SPF 30+ a non-negotiable. For even greater protection, pair sunscreen with antioxidant-rich skincare. Antioxidants like vitamin C, niacinamide, and botanical extracts work synergistically with SPF to neutralize free radicals, reduce oxidative stress, and can visibly minimize and prevent hyperpigmentation.
Recommended Post-Treatment Skincare: Once skin has healed, protect your investment and shield your skin by applying a powerful antioxidant serum every day. KNESKO's Rose Quartz Antioxidant Serum combines dermatologist-loved ferulic acid and vitamin C with anti-inflammatory resveratrol, grape seed and white tea extracts. (You can layer it with any of our other serums for added protection). Also try our Rose Quartz Antioxidant Collagen Face Mask or Rose Quartz Antioxidant Collagen Eye Mask weekly.
FAQs: Skincare After In-Office Procedures
What is the best skincare after in-office treatments?
Always follow directions from your treatment provider. Often, the best skincare combines hydration, barrier support, and sun protection. Immediately post-treatment, your skin is more sensitive and benefits most from formulas that replenish moisture, calm irritation, and help repair microdamage. Look for clinically backed ingredients like hyaluronic acid, peptides, and antioxidants.
Can I use retinol after microneedling or a chemical peel?
It’s best to avoid retinol, AHAs, and BHAs immediately after procedures that resurface the skin. These ingredients can be too harsh while your skin is healing. Most dermatologists recommend waiting at least one to two weeks, or until skin sensitivity fully resolves, before reintroducing them.
How soon can I apply skincare after injectables like Botox or filler?
For injectables, gentle cleansing and hydration can usually resume the same day. However, avoid massaging or pressing on treated areas for 24–48 hours to allow the product to settle. Stick with mild, soothing products during this time and skip anything exfoliating.
What should I avoid in my skincare routine after laser treatments?
Post-laser, steer clear of exfoliating acids, scrubs, or strong actives until your provider gives the go-ahead. Focus on hydration, barrier repair, and broad-spectrum SPF with antioxidant care to protect delicate new skin.
How should I layer serums to improve post-treatment results?
KNESKO’s serums are designed to be layered or used interchangeably, allowing you to tailor care to your skin’s needs. Apply the Gold Repair Serum for peptide-driven repair, follow with Amethyst Hydrate Serum for deep moisture, and add Green Jade Calm Serum to soothe sensitivity. Once skin is healed, you can incorporate the Rose Quartz Antioxidant Serum for daily defense. Together, they create a customizable routine that supports healing and enhances in-office treatment results.
