The Glow Back™ Method: What to Do (and Not Do) for Compromised Skin + Quick Fixes for Common Issues (Part 2)

Ciao, Beautiful,

When skin is sensitive, less is more. Here’s your quick, no-stress cheat sheet.

Face & Eye Area

Do
• Cleanse with alcohol-free, pH-balanced formulas
• Use lightweight hydrating layers morning and night
• SPF 30+ daily (face, neck, and décolleté)
• Apply eye cream with soft pressing motions
• Wear UV-blocking sunglasses outdoors

Don’t
• Scrubs, peels, or harsh exfoliants
• Strong actives or dark-spot treatments during flares
• Rubbing/pulling around eyes or lashes

Body

Do
• Lukewarm showers; pH 4.5–5.7 gentle cleansers
• Pat dry (no rubbing)
• Moisturize twice daily with creams/butters/oils (mango, olive, shea, cocoa, jojoba, calendula, rosehip)
• SPF 30+ on exposed skin
• Choose breathable cotton fabrics

Don’t
• Hot water, saunas, tanning beds
• Loofahs, rough towels, or scratching
• Tight belts/elastics on tender areas

Hands & Feet

Do
• Moisturize 2–3×/day; cotton gloves/socks to lock in hydration
• Keep nails short; use gentle cuticle oil

Don’t
• Cut cuticles or remove callouses
• Acrylic/gel nails or harsh removers
• Extreme heat/sun exposure

Quick Tips for Common Issues

Irritated hands & feet
• Thick, fragrance-free cream/ointment after every wash
• Cotton gloves/socks overnight
• Avoid hot water and detergents without gloves

Itchy scalp
• Gentle, fragrance-free shampoo (avoid alcohol/sulfates)
• Lukewarm water, light massage (no scratching)
• Aloe gel or a lightweight soothing scalp serum as needed

Breakouts on sensitive skin
• Mild pH-balanced cleanser 2×/day
• Spot-treat with non-drying options like niacinamide
• Skip acne actives during flares

Sensitive overall
• Avoid extreme temperatures
• Minimal-ingredient products
• Moisturize within 60 seconds of bathing

Scars (once skin is healed)
• Keep moisturized for elasticity
• Consider silicone gels/sheets
• Daily UV protection to prevent darkening

Thinning brows & shedding lashes
• No rubbing
• Gentle, conditioning serums (ophthalmologist-tested)
• Fragrance-free oil cleanser to remove makeup with light pressure

Shedding hair
• Soft, wide-tooth comb
• If shaving, leave ~¼ inch to reduce ingrowns/infection risk
• Soft caps or scarves for comfort and protection

Radiation-treated areas
• Follow your oncology team’s instructions first
• Avoid occlusive dressings unless advised
• Only use ultra-gentle balms (e.g., aloe, calendula) if approved by your provider

Dry skin (general and treatment-related)
• Moisturize within 60 seconds after bathing or washing
• Layer thin → thick: serum → cream → optional oil
• Consider a humidifier in dry climates

Glow Note
Healing isn’t linear. If yesterday felt great and today feels tender, that’s still progress. Meet your skin where it is—kindness first, then consistency.

Medical & Safety Notes
Educational only; not medical advice. Talk to your provider before changes. Patch test first. SPF 30+ daily.

Remember, the more you know, the more you glow.

xoxo

Jentri 

ps. Next up: Part 3 — Gentle Products That Help (and When to Use Them)

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