Everything about PREGAME®, our 5-minute AHA exfoliating mask: how to use it, how often, and how it pairs with HYDRAGLOW™ and CLEARITY®.

<h2 id="what-is-pregame">What is PREGAME&#xAE;?</h2><p>Your skin&apos;s version of a spa day, in five minutes. PREGAME&#xAE; is CLEARSTEM&apos;s brightening and exfoliating facial mask that combines physical and chemical exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and deliver visibly smoother, more radiant-looking skin.</p><p>Made with Fruit Acid AHAs, Bamboo, and Turmeric, PREGAME delivers visibly brightening, smoothing results, the look of softened wrinkles, and visibly faded post-blemish marks, right from your bathroom. It&apos;s the mask we reach for before photos, events, or whenever your skin needs a reset.</p><h2 id="how-do-i-use-it">How do I use it?</h2><ul><li>Apply to clean, damp skin.</li><li>Gently massage onto face, neck, and chest and leave on for 5 minutes, or up to 10 minutes for a more intense exfoliation.</li><li>Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.</li><li>Follow immediately with HYDRAGLOW&#x2122; for a quick smoothing, brightening, and glowing effect without dryness.</li><li><strong>For a deeper exfoliation:</strong> follow with CLEARITY&#xAE; after rinsing.</li><li><strong>Do not use it in the same session as VITAMINSCRUB&#xAE;.</strong> Combining two exfoliating steps in one session is too much for most skin.</li><li>Always follow with SPF the morning after use.</li></ul><p>This product contains an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA), increasing sun sensitivity and sunburn risk. Use sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure during use and for a week after.</p><h2 id="how-often-should-i-use-pregame">How often should I use PREGAME&#xAE;?</h2><p>Up to 2 times per week, morning or evening. Once a week is the sweet spot for most people. It delivers spa-like results and is ideal for prepping skin before photos or events. If you&apos;re also using CLEARITY&#xAE; and VITAMINSCRUB&#xAE; regularly, be mindful of your total weekly exfoliation load.</p><h2 id="why-does-pregame--hydraglow-work-so-well-together">Why does PREGAME&#xAE; + HYDRAGLOW&#x2122; work so well together?</h2><p>Think of it as a &quot;wax on, wax off&quot; partnership. PREGAME&#xAE; helps remove old, dull-looking skin, revealing a fresher, more vibrant-looking complexion. HYDRAGLOW&#x2122; then steps in with Plant Stem Cells and nourishing ingredients for the fresh skin beneath. Exfoliation works best when paired with hydration. Together they amplify each other&apos;s results while keeping your skin barrier happy and intact.</p><h2 id="i-feel-a-tingling-or-burning-sensation-is-that-normal">I feel a tingling or burning sensation. Is that normal?</h2><p>A mild tingling sensation while using PREGAME&#xAE; is normal and usually temporary, especially when you first start using it. It should subside with regular use as your skin adjusts to AHA exfoliation.</p><p>That said, trust your instincts. If the sensation feels more than a mild tingle. If it feels genuinely uncomfortable or is progressing to burning, rinse the product off immediately and discontinue use. Consult a physician if the reaction persists after rinsing.</p><h2 id="what-is-the-shimmer-in-pregame">What is the shimmer in PREGAME&#xAE;?</h2><p>The shimmer comes from Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, a lab-made mineral (synthetic mica) coated with Titanium Dioxide and Iron Oxides for a light-reflecting, luminous finish. It&apos;s a mineral shimmer, not plastic glitter.</p><h2 id="what-does-bamboo-do-in-pregame">What does Bamboo do in PREGAME&#xAE;?</h2><p>Bamboo provides the physical exfoliation component in PREGAME&#xAE;: fine Bamboo particles gently buff the surface of the skin while the AHA fruit acids provide chemical exfoliation. Together they give PREGAME&#xAE; its dual-action effect.</p><h2 id="will-pregame-help-with-acne">Will PREGAME&#xAE; help with acne?</h2><p>PREGAME&#xAE; isn&apos;t an acne treatment, but it&apos;s a great tool for supporting the look of clearer, brighter skin as part of a full routine. The single most important step for breakout-prone skin is removing all pore-clogging ingredients from your skincare, haircare, and makeup. PREGAME&#xAE; supports the appearance of clearer, brighter skin, but those other factors have to be addressed for lasting results.</p><h2 id="can-i-use-pregame-in-the-morning">Can I use PREGAME&#xAE; in the morning?</h2><p>Yes! PREGAME&#xAE; can be used in the morning or evening. If you use it in the morning, always apply YOUARESUNSHINE&#xAE; SPF 50+ as your final step, as AHA increases sun sensitivity.</p><p><strong>Sunburn Alert:</strong> This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin&apos;s sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards. Individual results may vary.</p>

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