Layering ESPADA BHA+PHA Gel with Blue Light Therapy

Quick answer

Apply ESPADA BHA+PHA Blemish Solution gel first, let it dry, then use ESPADA 2 blue light therapy. This order lets the gel treat blemishes while light kills bacteria without blocking the device.

Step-by-step layering routine

1. Cleanse your face: Wash with a gentle cleanser and pat dry. Do not apply any other products yet. Skipping cleansing can leave oil or makeup that blocks both the gel and light.
2. Apply ESPADA BHA+PHA Blemish Solution gel: Use a thin layer on active blemishes or the entire acne-prone area. Avoid rubbing in; let it sit. Using too much gel can take longer to dry and may cause irritation.
3. Wait for the gel to dry completely: Give it 2-3 minutes until the skin feels dry to the touch. The gel needs to absorb before light therapy. Applying blue light on wet gel reduces effectiveness and may cause uneven heating.
4. Use ESPADA 2 blue light therapy: Turn on the device and treat each area for the recommended time (usually 2-3 minutes per zone). Hold it close but not pressing. Moving the device too fast reduces light exposure; follow the timer in the app.
5. Finish with a moisturizer (optional): If your skin feels dry, apply a non-comedogenic moisturizer after light therapy. Do not reapply the gel. Moisturizer after light therapy helps maintain the skin barrier without disrupting the gel's work.

Products used in this routine

• ESPADA BHA+PHA Blemish Solution: Contains 2% salicylic acid, witch hazel, niacinamide, tea tree oil, lactobionic acid and panthenol. This combination exfoliates, soothes, and hydrates blemishes, making it ideal before light therapy.

  

• ESPADA™ 2: FDA-cleared medical device that uses blue LED light to eliminate acne-causing bacteria. Using it after the gel ensures the light reaches bacteria without interference from a wet product layer.