"i wrote a review yesterday, but there is limited type space and wanted to add some things. like i said, the facial helped avoid the purging phase &amp; i also had derma planning done where they remove facial hair which helps skin absorb products. when i use the ziana gel at night, i use one drop to cover my whole face. the first two nights i made the mistake of using about 3 drops &amp; it made my face red. use a washcloth to cleanse/exfoliate-this will help the peeling, drinks tons of water, use cetaphil lotion 30 min to 1 hr after ziana application and you should be good to go. it&#039;s been one week &amp; my face looks great &amp; is hardly peeling. you can also apply more lotion to the dry areas. i pat in the lotion instead of rub to help with absorption."