Skin Treatments
Alkaline Wash
Please follow the personalised instructions from your practitioner, as they take priority over this general guidance.
View treatment details →Alkaline Wash is a professional treatment that gently softens and dissolves the keratin structure of fine vellus ("peach fuzz") hair while lightly exfoliating the skin. It leaves the skin smoother, brighter, and enhances the absorption of skincare products.
Following these instructions will help achieve the best results while protecting your skin.
BEFORE YOUR TREATMENT
For 3–5 days before your appointment:
Keep your skin well hydrated.
Wear SPF 50 daily.
Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning.
Inform your therapist if you have recently used prescription skincare or have very sensitive skin.
Stop using the following products for 3–5 days before treatment:
Retinol or Retinoids (Vitamin A)
Glycolic, Lactic or Salicylic Acids
Benzoyl Peroxide
Exfoliating scrubs
Home chemical peels
Strong Vitamin C serums if your skin is sensitive
Avoid for 5–7 days before treatment:
Waxing or threading of the treatment area
Dermaplaning
Laser hair removal
Electrolysis
Other exfoliating facial treatments
Please inform your therapist if you:
Are pregnant or breastfeeding
Have active cold sores
Have eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, or rosacea in the treatment area
Have open wounds, cuts, or skin infections
Have recently undergone laser resurfacing or a medium/deep chemical peel
AFTER YOUR TREATMENT
It is normal to experience:
Mild redness
Slight warmth
Tightness
Mild sensitivity
A smoother skin texture
These effects usually settle within a few hours.
FIRST 24 HOURS
DO:
Keep your skin clean and hydrated.
Apply the moisturiser recommended by your therapist.
Use SPF 50 if you are outdoors.
Drink plenty of water.
AVOID:
Makeup (if possible)
Touching or rubbing the treated area
Exercise that causes excessive sweating
Swimming
Saunas
Steam rooms
Hot baths or hot showers
Direct sun exposure
FOR THE NEXT 5–7 DAYS
Avoid:
Retinol or Retinoids
Glycolic, Lactic, Salicylic or other exfoliating acids
Facial scrubs
Home exfoliation devices
Waxing, threading, or dermaplaning
Picking or scratching the skin
Allow the skin barrier to recover naturally.
SUN PROTECTION
The skin may be more sensitive to UV exposure after treatment.
Apply SPF 50 every morning.
Reapply every 2 hours if outdoors.
Wear a wide-brimmed hat when spending time in the sun.
Daily sun protection helps prevent pigmentation and maintains your results.
HOMECARE ROUTINE
Morning
Gentle Cleanser
Hydrating Serum
Moisturiser
SPF 50
Evening
Gentle Cleanser
Hydrating Serum
Moisturiser
Your therapist will advise you when to safely resume active ingredients such as retinol or exfoliating acids.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Following your Alkaline Wash treatment you may notice:
Removal of fine vellus ("peach fuzz") hair
Smoother skin texture
Brighter, more radiant skin
Improved makeup application
Better absorption of professional skincare products
A softer, refreshed complexion
For best results, treatments can be repeated as recommended by your MC Aesthetics therapist based on your skin type and hair growth cycle.
PLEASE CONTACT MC AESTHETICS IF YOU EXPERIENCE
Please contact us immediately if you experience:
Severe or prolonged redness
Blistering
Significant swelling
Increasing pain
Signs of infection (such as pus or fever)
Any unexpected reaction
YOUR SKIN JOURNEY
Healthy skin starts with professional care and consistent homecare. Following your personalised treatment plan and daily skincare routine will help you achieve smoother, healthier, and more radiant skin.
Thank you for choosing MC Aesthetics.
MC Aesthetics
"Beautiful skin begins with expert care."